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End of 540 Day Extension for EADs: International Affairs - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/immigration-updates/end-of-540-day-extension.html

Effective 30 October 2025, DSHS will end its automatic 540-day extension for EAD renewals.

Critical care - adult: APP Fellowship - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/app/programs/app-fellowships/app-specialties/app-critical-care-adult.html

details about UT Southwestern APP program for specialty: Critical care - adult

Current Status of Embassies in the Middle East : International Affairs - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/immigration-updates/middle-east-embassies-status.html

Current Status of Embassies in the Middle East

Visa Applicants Must Now Apply in Country of Citizenship or Residence: International Affairs - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/immigration-updates/visa-applicants-apply-in-country.html

Immigration update on Visa Applications

H-1B and H-4 Visa Holders: Appointment Cancellations and Delays

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/immigration-updates/h1b-h4-visa-holder-appointment-cancellations.html

The U.S. Department of State has begun reviewing the online presence of H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. As a result, several U.S. consulates in India have started cancelling and rescheduling visa appointments scheduled for December 15 or later.

African American Alliance BRG - UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/access/business-resource-groups/african-american-brg.html

African-American Alliance BRG supports UT Southwestern’s mission by creating a positive and inclusive environment facilitating personal growth, institutional advancement, health and wellness.

Veterans Alliance BRG - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/access/business-resource-groups/veterans-brg.html

Veterans Veterans Alliance Business Resource Group (BRG) promoting military and veteran support from all branches of the military, creating a positive and inclusive environment through increased learning, employee development, and employee engagement.

FAQ - Imposed $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visa Applications

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/immigration-updates/faq-president-fee-h1b-visa-applications.html

President's Proclamation: Starting September 21, 2025, U.S. employers must pay a $100,000 fee per worker to bring an H-1B employee from abroad, unless an exception applies.

Proposed Rule Change for the Duration of Status for F and J Visa Holders: International Affairs - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/immigration-updates/duration-of-status-for-f-and-j.html

Immigration update on proposed rule change for the duration of status for F-1 and J-1 Visa Holders

Temporary Visa Interview Pause - UT Southwestern

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/international-affairs/students/temporary-visa-interview-pause.html

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has announced a worldwide temporary pause on unscheduled F-1 and J-1 visa appointments. According to the DOS, the pause will last "until further guidance is issued in the next few days.”