Special Student Relief (SSR)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

3:20 PM – 4:10 PM PDT

Location: Junior C

Presenter(s)

Shelby King, Masters in International Relations

SEVIS & Immigration Advisor; PDSO
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, Washington

Chair and Presenter(s)

Sonia Toudji, PhD (she/her/hers)

Director of International Student & Scholar Services
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, Washington

Slides

Presentation Description: Learn about SSR (Special Student Relief), discuss its intricacies and regulations, as well review SSR countries’ recent and historic hardships. This presentation will be broken into two sections; the first section will give attendees historical context to the reasons why countries are eligible for SSR, the second portion of the presentation will cover SSR best practices in regards to the F-1 visa. This information session is geared towards P/DSOs, although all are welcome.

Learning Objectives:

Describe Special Student Relief (SSR) Eligibility
Discuss best practices and application of SSR
Recall historical context and reflect on SSR adaptability