International Student Handbook 2013

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Telephones Cell Phones Computers Software & Technology

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Employment Options ● ●

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On Campus Employment Off Campus Employment Curricular Practical Training Optional Practical Training Economic Hardship Academic Training Getting a Social Security Number

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Art and Cultural Events Festivals Parks and Gardens Religious Centers Restaurants and Groceries Shopping Shopping Malls Furniture Textbooks Sports and Recreation Outdoor Activities Weekend Getaways

Getting to Know the Campus

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Important PSU Buildings Places of Interest on Campus Family Resources Recycle and ReUse at PSU

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Health Insurance

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PSU’s Student Coverage Health Insurance Waiver Fees, Coverage Requirements and Deadlines

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PSU Residence Halls First Year Experience Housing Non First Year Furnished Rooms Global Village Meal Plans Other Housing Options University Pointe at College Station College Housing Northwest Host Family (Short-term and Long-term) Short-term, Temporary, or Emergency Housing Off-Campus Housing

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Housing ●

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