WE’RE HERE FOR YOU

Your Support Network

We’re here to help you succeed academically, professionally, and personally throughout your journey at Drury, from the visa interview to the day you graduate.

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Most requested

The four things students ask us about most often.

Immigration advising Maintain your visa status Work authorization CPT, OPT, and work permits Taxes & SSN Filing requirements and resources Health & insurance LewerMark, clinic, and care

STAGE ONE

Before you arrive

Preparing for arrival Everything between your deposit and your first day: I-20 and visa, your Drury account, payment, registration, forms, travel, and move-in. New student orientation Arrival information, the check-in process, and orientation schedules for new students.

STAGE TWO

Settling in

Springfield The city around campus: parks and trails, festivals and the arts, history, and everyday life here. Housing On-campus residence halls, off-campus options, and housing policies. Banking Opening a U.S. bank account, local banks near campus, and financial tips. Driver’s license Missouri requirements, the application process, and local license offices.

ONGOING

Status & work

Immigration and SEVIS status Full-time enrollment, reduced course loads, program extensions, travel signatures, reporting changes, and what puts you out of status. Family visits Inviting family to visit or to graduation: visitor visas, invitation letters, and what to expect. Employment & work authorization On-campus jobs, CPT, OPT, the STEM OPT extension, and Academic Training for J-1 students. Taxes & Social Security Tax filing requirements, SSN applications, ITIN information, and free tax assistance.

ANY TIME

Health & safety

Healthcare & insurance LewerMark insurance, the Panther Clinic, mental health services, and emergency care. Title IX & safety Your rights, reporting options, confidential support, and Campus Safety.

ACROSS CAMPUS

Office of Student Support Services

Beyond our office, Student Support Services works across the university to make sure every student is treated with dignity and respect, and that differences are met as something that enriches the place. Stop by or get in touch, they welcome walk-ins.

OFFICE OF STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Kunti Bentley

Director of Student Support Services

OFFICE FSC 116

PHONE +1 417-873-6827

EMAIL kbentley@drury.edu

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OFFICE OF STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Sara El Tahawi

Graduate Assistant

OFFICE FSC 117

PHONE +1 417-873-7825

EMAIL iss@drury.edu

Contact the Office of International Admission

We are your first stop for anything tied to your visa status, immigration paperwork, work authorization, admission, or costs. For campus-wide matters: affinity groups, accommodations, and university policy, Student Support Services is the office to ask.

Schedule an appointment WhatsApp +1 417-607-6394

OFFICE

900 North Benton Avenue, Bay 130
Springfield, MO 65802

EMAILiadmissions@drury.edu WHATSAPP+1 417-607-6394

OFFICE+1 417-873-7506