My study abroad experience was cancelled. How can I add a global experience to my resume?

For many Penn State students, the pandemic impacted Spring, Summer & Fall 2020 study abroad programs: https://news.psu.edu/story/622560/2020/06/08/academics/global-programs-announces-cancellation-fall-education-abroad#:~:text=UNIVERSITY%20PARK%2C%20Pa.,Eric%20Barron%20on%20June%2015.

There are many ways to stay engaged globally. Check out some of the resources below for more information:

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By Jana Jaffa
Jana Jaffa Associate Director of International Employment and Specialty Graduate Programs
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The BCC will be operating virtually until further notice

The Business Career Center will be operating virtually until further notice.

Visit nittanylioncareers.psu.edu to schedule a virtual appointment with a career coach.

Once logged into NLC click the ‘Counseling Appt’ Button along the left side. Then click the ‘Request New …

By Emily Tressler
Emily Tressler Marketing Communications Specialist
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Is the Rise in H-1B Petitions from U.S. Employers a Good Sign for International Students?

Last week, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it received 201,001 petitions from U.S. companies for H-1B visas this year, a 6 percent increase over the number it received last year and the first time in three years …

By Sherry Rice
Sherry Rice Director of Professional Development & Programming
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Approval Rate Declines for H-1B Visas: The Wall Street Journal

This article from the Wall Street Journal explains that the approval rate for H-1B visa applicants has declined in the past few years. See the complete article here.

The Trump administration is demanding supporting evidence in many more applications …

By Emily Yanchuck
Emily Yanchuck Marketing Communications Specialist
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