Past Events

As an international student, it can be quite difficult to search for jobs because of the student visa status and the barriers to sponsorship from companies. There are still a few ways, however, in which they can tackle these obstacles. In this information session, Attorney Julie Opet, a solo-practitioner, Ms. Katharine Marianacci of the Center for Career and Professional Development, and Jaheen Maru of NBC Universal, will run down the important information for international students to know in order to navigate their post-college career effectively.

Qualifying for state financial aid? Cross that off. Studying abroad while in college? Not a chance. Undergraduate students who fall under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (D.A.C.A.) category are limited to enjoy certain benefits that higher education offer. In this short documentary titled, “Not Like You”, the audience will explore the daily life of students under D.A.C.A. on their college campuses, followed by a panel with the featured students and other D.A.C.A. students.

It is true that the United States has more immigrants than any other country in the world. As a matter of fact, immigration has long supported the growth and dynamism of the U.S. economy. But how much do we, as citizens, allies, or even immigrants, know about how immigration has benefited America? In this event, Attorney Chris Casazza of Solow, Isbell & Palladino Immigration and Nationality Law, will cover the basis and depths of immigration and how it impacts our society today.

The Faculty and Staff of Color Network (FSCN) strive to enhance the retention and promotion of faculty and staff of color with the provision of promoting professional development, mentoring, community involvement and social events at Lehigh University. We work to educate the larger community by providing awareness concerning particular issues that surround faculty and staff of color.