H-1B1 Visa for Singaporeans and Chileans

If you’re from Singapore or Chile, the H-1B1 visa offers a unique post-graduation work opportunity in the U.S., designed exclusively for citizens of these two countries. This guide explains how the H-1B1 visa works, how it compares to the standard …

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Summer 2026 Pre-Law Tips for New Students

Welcome to UMass! Whether you’re just starting your college years, or transferring into UMass to continue what you started elsewhere, the Pre-Law Advising Office is here to help. Below you’ll find the substance of the Pre-Law sessions that I (along …

By Diane Curtis
Diane Curtis Pre-Law Advisor & Senior Lecturer
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Finding Your People: How New Student and Family Programs Made UMass Feel like Home

Starting college is one of those things that looks a lot smoother from the outside than it feels on the inside. It’s exciting in the best way possible – but also terrifying. And if you are coming from another country, …

By Siddhi Chhaya
Siddhi Chhaya
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Why I Never Expected to Join Greek Life at UMass and Why I’m Glad I Did

Coming to UMass Amherst for the first time, I already knew I would have to spend some time getting fully acclimated to such a big campus. I would be so ready to join so many new clubs and organizations, but …

By Jeselle Rosario
Jeselle Rosario
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Canada Is Still One of the Best Career Destinations for International Students in 2026

For international students weighing where to launch a global career, Canada remains one of the most attractive options on the table, even as the country tightens its immigration system and U.S. visa policies grow more uncertain. 

Canada’s openness to skilled …

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Building Influence and Impact: Career Journeys at UNICEF UK

In this exclusive feature with UNICEF UK, we sit down with three leaders who embody the transition from talent to institutional influence. Shaulan Chanlewis, who is helping to shape the voice of the organisation as Copywriter and Editor, the latest …

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How to Get a Work Visa in the United States

Many foreign nationals want to work in the United States, but most must obtain a work visa before starting employment. U.S. immigration law allows foreign workers to fill certain jobs temporarily or permanently when employers cannot easily find qualified workers …

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How to use LinkedIn to do creative Full time Job Search by References

One of the challenges that we face in current economic situation with too many people looking for jobs is how to get our resume selected and get it through the door. As all of you know, the best way to …

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Studying Abroad Sophomore Year

Choosing to go abroad in the spring semester of my sophomore year was an intimidating decision I feared might’ve been a mistake. Most of my peers had expressed their undergraduate timeline to include studying abroad during their junior year, so …

By Chloe Donahue
Chloe Donahue
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Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Congratulations, SBS seniors! YOU DID IT!!! This is an enormous accomplishment, and you have much to be proud of!

We hope you enjoy these next days, and stay safe as you reflect on your time here, and prepare for what …

By Carol Sharick
Carol Sharick Exec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
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