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Penthouse Rooms for rent in Tokyo!

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:31:11 +0000

by ces_tokyo (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:31:11 +0000)
We have 2 rooms for rent right next to the Waseda University Station in Tokyo.
The apartment is a penthouse. The building has 6 floors total and we own the 5th and the 6th floor.

We are looking to fit 2 more people in our apartment as we have 2 extra bedrooms available.
now the part that you may be wanting to know,
how much?

it is 60,000 yen a month
the rooms are extremely roomy.
the smallest size is 5jyou.

in total, the apartment is about 1000 sq ft.
we have a rooftop balcony that is the size of 3 rooms where we can do bbqs during the summers.

This will go very fast!!! so contact me asap.
We are looking for people to fill it starting august.

Thanks!
email me at chiakiericas@yahoo.ca
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OPT expiring

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:12:39 +0000

by jumps95 (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:12:39 +0000)
Hi,

I have an OPT that is expiring in august 2009. I have a feeling I chose the wrong major. I can't find any enjoyment from the job opportunities. Therefore I plan to go back to school to study a subject still related to kinesiology but in a new profession.

I would like to eventually apply for an H-1B visa. If I were to earn an associate's degree with my new career (let's say radiologic tech), would I still be eligible for an H-1B visa? I do have a bachelor's in kinesiology (sport psychology emphasis) which is somewhat related to health care.

Thanks
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Student visa

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:08:02 +0000

by april (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:08:02 +0000)
Your friend can study on the H4 visa. He need not take an F-1.
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can opt student open the sole proprietor business?

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:03:48 +0000

by april (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:03:48 +0000)
Hiya,
I believe you are not allowed to work under F-1 visa rules except for on-campus employment and sanctioned CPT and OPT. You should approach the Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). for prior authorization.
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Can I renew my US F-1 visa from UK?

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:38:33 +0000

by april (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:38:33 +0000)
Hey,
From what i understand you'll have to go to the Embassy yourself for the details since they haven't updated their site.
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looking for a good life and a right to education

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:06:50 +0000

by april (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:06:50 +0000)
Hi!
I'm sad for what you've had to go through. Fortunately for you, nowadays all universities have student help centers and centers for international students also. You can check out the websites of respective colleges. I have first hand information about the Centennial College,Ontario as a friend of mine had applied to it. Tell me if i can help you in that regard.
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Video guide to the UK Student Visa application process

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:37:42 +0000

by studentvisauk (Posted Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:37:42 +0000)
We've (Brandosocial.com) put this video (see below) together for the UKBA. It's intended to explain the process of applying for a student visa to the UK. Welcome your comments and if you know someone who may find it useful, please share it with them.

We hope you won't regard this as marketing/promotional; it's an official UK Government video made by us to help pass on a message potential applicants to the UK need to know about.

Please go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keBOZ9rFuuk to see/grab the video.
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15 Year old brother attending private US high School

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 08:32:09 +0000

by Mehdia (Posted Sun, 12 Jul 2009 08:32:09 +0000)
Hi,

I have 2 questions.

I'm interested in having my 15 year old brother study at a private US high school for better standard of education. He is a bright kid. My husband and I are both U.S citizens and live in Ohio. We're looking into private schools here accepting international students. The one school that we're specially interested in offers boarding.

My first question is: In the event that he gets admitted into this school, what would increase his chances for getting an F1 visa? Showing that he will be attending a private high school but staying with his sister who is US citizen or showing that he will be attending a private high school and using their boarding facilities.

My other question is: Is it possible for him to have his current B2 visa transferred into an F1 without him having to go back to his home country.

My parents and the rest of my siblings all live with my brother abroad.

I will appreciate any and all help as I'm very confused these days....for me he's still my baby brother and I want the best for him without taking any unnecesary risks that may hurt his future. Thanks so much in advance.
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15 Year old brother attending private US high School

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 08:15:45 +0000

by Mehdia (Posted Sun, 12 Jul 2009 08:15:45 +0000)
Hi,

I have 2 questions.

I'm interested in having my 15 year old brother study at a private US high school for better standard of education. He is a bright kid. My husband and I are both U.S citizens and live in Ohio. We're looking into private schools here accepting international students. The one school that we're specially interested in offers boarding.

My first question is: In the event that he gets admitted into this school, what would increase his chances for getting an F1 visa? Showing that he will be attending a private high school but staying with his sister who is US citizen or showing that he will be attending a private high school and using their boarding facilities.

My other question is: Is it possible for him to have his current B2 visa transferred into an F1 without him having to go back to his home country.

My parents and the rest of my siblings all live with my brother abroad.

I will appreciate any and all help as I'm very confused these days....for me he's still my baby brother and I want the best for him without taking any unnecesary risks that may hurt his future. Thanks so much in advance.
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I intend to become a Physican Scientist

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 02:25:44 +0000

by bioprodigy (Posted Sun, 12 Jul 2009 02:25:44 +0000)
Hello,
I am intending on applying to the Med School in the US. Here are my strengths but am still not sure whether i am competitive compared to the prospective applicants who are either US citizens or permanent residents.

Strengths:
1) I have done my masters in Life Science from US (Behavioral Neurosciences), with a first author publication of my research work in one of the high impact journals. GPA was 3.62.
2) I am currently doing my PhD in Biomedical Research in a Med School, trying to understand the mechanism underlying epliepsy (Neurosciences). However, my goal is to venture into neurosurgery and become a Physician Scientist. Current GPA = 3.5
3) I had taken my MCAT two years back and my scores were Phy: 9, Bio9,Ver:6 and writing :Q. I am just not able to get beyond 6 in verbal because English is not my first language.
4) I have presented my research work in a couple of International meetings both in the US and outside.
5)I am the Vice President of the Council for Biomedical Graduate Students.
Do you think i stand any chance of entering Medical School with these credentials, considering that i am an international student. Everybody i have spoken have provided me with a very grim picture bcoz i am a non-resident alien trying to make a career medicine.

I will be applying for my permanent residentship in the US but it might take a while before that happens.
Please guide me. I am doing whatever i can do make my application as strong as possible.

Major Weakness: I am an international student.
Do you think American Medical Schools will entertain applicantions from international students like me who can demonstrate intellectual curosity and the burning desire to help the humanity by being a Physician Scientist.
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UK GPA Conversion! Please Help!

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 10:42:13 +0000

by craigangus110686 (Posted Sun, 12 Jul 2009 10:42:13 +0000)
Hey guys, hoping someone could give me some advice!

I really want to do a MBA in the States, hoping to apply in 2010 to start in 2011, but I am a bit confused with GPA.

I have converted me unit scores to GPA (using A=4, B=3 etc etc) and my average GPA for all 4 years of my graduate degree comes out at 2.8, however, I kinda struggled to find my feet in the first two years and had average GPAs of around 2.4.

However, I did buckle down and worked very hard in my third and 4th year, with a 3.0 in 3rd and 3.8 in 4th year. This meant that I actually achieved a 1st Class Honours Degree in the end.

So my question is, what will the Business Schools in the States consider more important, my average GPA (which is poor) or my graduating degree (1st class)?

I would love to hear your feedback and thoughts.

Thanks,
Craig

***
I've just seen this website http://www.wes.org/gradeconversionguide/index.asp which converts scores to GPA, but I still dont understand if my overall graduating grade is more important than my individual module grades.

Thanks again
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International Student Financial Statement

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:49:18 +0000

by Alannah (Posted Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:49:18 +0000)
Hi Crawley! My university sent me the ISFS which stated:

'Each financial institution where any portion of these funds is on deposit must sign and stamp/seal this form in the section corresponding to the amount pledged. If your financial institution is not willing to sign and stamp/seal this form, a separate bank statement or verification of funds in English on official bank letterhead must be provided. The amount must be clearly written in US dollars or converted to US dollars using an official and current conversion rate'

I had the bank sign and stamp the form, I didn't need an accompanying bank letter did I? Also I am having a dilemma (surprise surprise ): I sent out the ISFS so I'm now waiting for my I-20 but I am not using Uni housing and need to pay a deposit on a rental, Now that i've proved to my Uni that I have the funds am I able to use funds from that account for my deposit? I am not sure if I need the funds still in my account for my visa interview?

Thanks
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Jobs in Marketing, Sales in Bordeaux, France

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:40:46 +0000

by bazzer09 (Posted Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:40:46 +0000)
Good Afternoon,

My Name is Sam Barrie and I am an economics graduate from Swasea University. I am looking for a career in marketing and would love the chance to do so in Bordeaux as I very much like the city and want to improve on my French which I studied to A level. I work very hard, am highly reliable and work excellently in a team.
I read your advertisement of marketing in Bordeaux and would like to apply.

If you require my CV along with referees, please contact me on the e-mail address stated below and I shall forward these on to you immediately. (the option of attaching to this message does not seem present)

I look forward to hearing from you.

Kindest Regards,

Sam Barrie

tel. 07702 796053
e-mail. barrie501@hotmail.com
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OPT DENIED because of DSO's neglect/oversight/error

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:04:18 +0000

by racoonraja (Posted Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:04:18 +0000)
Hi Esimon,

Thanks a lot for your kind response. I am sure another door will open up with a better opportunity. I checked in all places and the USCIS says the I-765 has to be filed within 30 days of DSO's recommendation. Seems they dont even take the receipt date. Will hope for the best...
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nursing school graduate

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:21:20 +0000

by mimi (Posted Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:21:20 +0000)
I am currently nursing student in community college (F1 visa holder).I will graduate in few months as RN(register nurse) I know that I can work in US for 1 year after graduation as practical training. I want to stay and work here. Do you know what the requirements for this and what type of visa should I have? Do I have to have bachelor degree?
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Moving to study in Brisbane from England

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:25:25 +0000

by captainsensible (Posted Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:25:25 +0000)
I finished university in England in July 2008, and took some time out to earn some money and go travelling. I fell in love with Brisbane in February, and since I've been back home I've decided I want to go back there to study accounting, and hopefully work for a firm at the same time so I can live out there too.
I got a 2:2 at uni and would like to gain a professional qualification to enhance my career. Should I start by applying to companies in Australia and ask whether they would sponsor me to do the further education? Or should I apply to an Australian university (Would this be expensive as an international student?) and then work on finding employment once I start to study?
Is it possible to learn accounting as an evening class or something too?
I'm still in the process of researching my options, and would appreciate any help.
Thank you!
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UK Student Visa - Evidence of Funds Query (help please?)

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:13:46 +0000

by RobC (Posted Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:13:46 +0000)
Hi
I am in the process of applying for a UK student visa. I am back in Australia and have my original uk bank statement to demonstrate my funds. When i went for my biometrics, one of their staff told me that i need the bank statement to be stamped by the bank. Obviously I can't now as I have left the UK, however, it is an orignial statement i have. I thought you only needed it stamped by the bank if it was an electronic statement? Does anyone know?

thanks alot
Rob
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UK Student Visa - Evidence of Funds (help anyone?)

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:52:59 +0000

by RobC (Posted Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:52:59 +0000)
Hi
I am in the process of applying for a UK student visa. I am back in Australia and have my original uk bank statement to demonstrate my funds. When i went for my biometrics, one of their staff told me that i need the bank statement to be stamped by the bank. Obviously I cant now as I have left the UK, however, it is an orignial statement i have. I thought you only needed it stamped by the bank if it was an electronic statement? Does anyone know?

thanks alot
Rob
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Technical Question About UL's

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:25:38 +0000

by heaths (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:25:38 +0000)
Thanks for the comment bigbird. I couldn’t agree more. A little helpful information never hurt anybody!
simulationcredit
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Steps and Guidance to Attending High School in the USA

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:12:55 +0000

by Dyscrasia (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:12:55 +0000)
Alright, here's the situation.
I'm 18, live in Canada, and this year I was suppose to graduate but I didn't. Because of personal problems and issues with my high school. I went to the guidance counselor and the vice principle to allow me to transfer and leave their school's attendance list. But they refused to let me. So I stopped attending any ways.

Now I wish to attend high school in the USA because of other issues. My boyfriend lives in the USA and we've talked it over for me to move in with him.

So I was wondering how would I do that. I will have a place to stay with him but I also want to go to high school and possibly to college/university after I get my last semester completed. What steps should I do to attend high school in the USA? (such as visas, passports, people I need to talk to, etc.)
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Advise Regading HND and PG Program ( which is good)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:22:43 +0000

by rohankandpal (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:22:43 +0000)
hey i got ur email id from international student forum. so r u still interested in studying in uk if yes just reply to my mail with the following detailes

first name
middle name
last name
date of birth
address
country of residence
nationality
email adress
phone number

regards
rohan
kandpal_r@yahoo.co.in
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Which University?!

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:57:37 +0000

by rohankandpal (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:57:37 +0000)
just contact me at kandpal_r@yahoo.co.in
for any kind of advice if you r interested in coming to birmingham
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Help Required! for Addmission in MBA at Ireland

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:52:36 +0000

by rohankandpal (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:52:36 +0000)
dont need to worry bro..........just contact me and i can provide you with some great help my email id is kandpal_r@yahoo.co.in
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room for a couple in a colocation in Paris !

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:28:31 +0000

by broufouniou (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:28:31 +0000)
hi,
I search a couple to occupy (from 1st sept 2009) the second room of an apartment of 68 m². The rent amounts to 430 euros (=597 dollars) per person (which is cheap for Paris).
The apartment is furnished by the owner. The lounge is spacious, bright and with an equipped kitchen (fridge, oven, stools). White walls, former parquet.
The room has a bed and a storage. The window overlooks a courtyard.
I am professor at the university and I am used to live in colocation.
looking forward to reading you,

to visualize the location :
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=fr&q=rue ... a=N&tab=wl

contact : broufouniou_yahoo.fr
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Cultural Diplomacy

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:05:13 +0000

by cdurkin@stanford.edu (Posted Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:05:13 +0000)
The International Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy 2009

Call for Applications

Berlin, 27th – 31st July, 2009

The International Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy 2009 will bring together an interdisciplinary, international group of participants with an active interest in international affairs. The weeklong program will consist of lectures and panel discussions featuring experts from the fields of academia, politics, and the private sector that will focus on the role of soft power in the international environment.

The following are a selection of the confirmed speakers for the Symposium:

· Jorge Sampaio, UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, Former President of Portugal (1996-2006)

· Joaquim Chissano, Former President of Mozambique (1986-2005), Former Chairperson of the African Union (2003-2004)

· Dr. Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga, Former President of Latvia (1999-2007)

· Cassam Uteem, Former President of the Republic of Mauritius (1992-2002)

· Dr. Vasile Puşcaş, Romanian Minister for European Affairs

· Ints Dālderis, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Latvia

· Borys Tarasyuk, Member of Parliament and Former Foreign Minister of the Ukraine (1998-2000, 2005-2007)

· Dr. Erkki Tuomioja, Member of Parliament and Former Foreign Minister of Finland (2000-2007)

Further information about the Symposium can be found under: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academ ... osium-2009

The program brochure, including the timetable, can be found under: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academ ... osium-2009

I would be grateful if you could pass this information on to your colleagues and inform members of your community who you feel may be interested in attending.
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Content Internship in Manila, Philippines

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 10:18:43 +0000

by onthego (Posted Tue, 07 Jul 2009 10:18:43 +0000)
We're looking for Japanese, Korean and Chinese college students who have great English communications skills apart from excellent communication skills in their native language.

Quote:

Job Summary
The Content Intern plays an integral role in developing content for our company’s organic websites and other media. The Content Intern will work closely and report to the Content Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Interact with project team to understand business objectives and user goals
• Collaborate on site navigation, labels and content organization
• Collaborate with Management team to determine the conceptual and copy direction of branding and advertising initiatives
• Work with art directors and designers to ensure copy tone and style are consistent with visual tone and style
• Create, review and edit site contents
• Evaluate and create site metadata
• Research content strategy and development best practices
• Maintain high standards of copywriting and exercise quality control on all copy

Requirements

• Under graduate, preferably in linguistics, journalism, communications or a related field
• Extracurricular experience as either a copywriter or content analyst (including experience with interactive media and direct marketing) is a plus
• Self-motivated with a keen enthusiasm for and demonstrable understanding of the Web industry and its technologies
• Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to write in a range of voices and styles for varied projects with diverse audiences, and concisely communicate complex or demanding subject matter
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Detail oriented
• The candidate should be fluent in English and at least one of the following languages: Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese) and Korean

Other/Notes

The Content Intern will be encouraged to regularly attend skill-building seminars and workshops, and will be encouraged to contribute to forums and venues where content topics are discussed.

If interested, please email your resume to genny.g@jobsdb.com.ph. Please mention this referral/posting in your email.

Thanks!
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Guide To High School Study In Usa

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:54:01 +0000

by achiever (Posted Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:54:01 +0000)
@november.anxiety,
Dude, its good that your family members live in United States.
Which state of USA your mother lives ?
You can suggest your mother to ask in respective high schools in and around the state or town where she lives, so that you will get information directly from the schools.
I know now-a-days many students from China and South Korea are coming to USA for highschool education, so it won't be hard for you to cometo USA for highschool.

Does that make sense for you ?

If you want more information let me know.

All the Best.
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Wanting to Study in USA (from luxembourg)

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:47:10 +0000

by achiever (Posted Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:47:10 +0000)
@Eak,
Dude, I would suggest you to opt USA as your educational destination for Bachelors and thereafter.
You can finish your highschool in your home country and then can give a exam called SAT and on the basis of your SAT score and acdemics you can come to USA.
If you want any further information let me know.

I hope it helps.

Good Luck !
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