Commonly Used Acronyms

Hofstra Offices/Departments CAE: Center for Academic Excellence CUA: Center for University Advising DOS: Dean of Students Office DSA: Division of Student Affairs FSL: Fraternity and Sorority Life IEI: Intercultural Engagement and Inclusion ISA: International Student Affairs OSLE: Office of Student Leadership and Engagement SAPA: Student Advocacy and Prevention Awareness SAS: Student Access Services SCS: Student Counseling Services SFS: Student Financial Services SHS: Student Health Services SSC: Student Success Collaborative

Important Terms

CBP: Customs and Border Protection CPT: Curricular Practical Training DHS: Department of Homeland Security DOS: Department of State DL: Distance Learning EAD: Employment Authorization Document ICE: Immigration and Customs Enforcement IRS: Internal Revenue Service OPT: Optional Practical Training RCL: Reduced Course Load SEVIS: Student and Exchange Visitor Information System SEVP: Student and Exchange Visitor Program SSA: Social Security Administration SSN: Social Security Number STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics USCIS: United States Citizenship and Immigration Services UW: Unofficial Withdrawal