Are you an F-1 or J-1 student planning summer travel? Whether you're heading home, joining a global program, or traveling within the U.S., preparing for summer travel can be a particularly stressful moment, especially as you juggle final exams, finalizing your summer plans, and packing all your belongings into one suitcase.

In this episode of Worldview Wavelengths, we sit down with Andrew Shiotani, Director of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), and Kelsey Dennis, Assistant Director, International Student Services (Undergraduates) to break down how to proactiely plan your trips and what to consider if you're staying local.

We discuss:

Travel & Re-entry Essentials: crucial immigration, visa, and documents every international student needs to have in order before traveling.
Domestic vs. International Travel: best practices and required documentation for crossing borders versus traveling within the United States.
Guidance for Graduating Students: advice for May graduates transitioning to Optional Practical Training (OPT) status.
Navigating Campus Resources: A quick refresher on how ISSS can connect you with broader support during your time at Brown.

Resources Mentioned:

Travel Resources for International Students (ISSS): carefully review this page for all the information you need to know, including a list of required and recommended documents for traveling.
ISSS News and Announcements
2026 Summer Travel Guidance
Current Travel and Visa Restrictions by Presidential Proclamation
Assessing Travel Safety
ISSS Gateway Portal
Request a Travel Signature
Schedule an appointment with an ISSS Advisor
Office of Global Travel Operations, Risk & Resilience
TravelSafe Registration

Music provided by Blue Dot Sessions, Greylock.