EVP Orientation to USC

22 CFR 62.10(c) Orientation. A sponsor must offer and record participation in an appropriate orientation for all exchange visitors. Sponsors are encouraged to provide orientation for the exchange visitor's accompanying spouse and dependents, especially for those exchange visitors who are expected to be in the United States for more than one year. Orientation must include, but is not limited to, information concerning:

Please schedule our meeting at your convenience several days before the program start date on Form DS-2019.

Life and customs in the United States;
- You have been added to the JSCHOLAR listserv for regular email newsletters including Things to Know and Things to Do.
- USC Calendar of Events
- Experience Columbia
- South Carolina's Information Highway
- Culture of the United States
- American culture: Traditions and customs in the United States
- 101 Characteristics of Americans/American Culture
Local community resources (e.g., public transportation, medical centers, schools, libraries, recreation centers, and banks), to the fullest extent possible;
- Living in Columbia
- Spouse and Dependent Resources
- Transportation
  - Driving: Applying for a South Carolina driver's license; you will need passport with unexpired visa, I-94, DS-2019, employment verification letter from HR-OIS
  - COMET Bus System
  - USC Transit
  - Blue Bike SC
  - Buy a used bike at Cola Town Bike Collective
- Medical Centers/Hospitals - Emergencies & specialized doctors
  - For emergencies dial 911 for medical ambulance, fire, or police
  - Prisma Health Baptist & Richland
  - MUSC Health Columbia
  - Lexington Medical Center
- Urgent Care - non-emergencies, no appointments
  - Doctor's Care
  - Minute Clinic
- Schools
- Libraries
  - Richland Library
  - Lexington County Library
- Recreation Centers
  - City of Columbia Parks and Recreation
  - Richland County Recreation Commission
- Banking - you will need to open an account for direct deposit if you are employed by USC
  - Banks
  - Credit unions
- Phone services
  - Verizon
  - AT&T
  - T-Mobile
  - Mint Mobile (SIM cards available in ISSS)
Available healthcare, emergency assistance, and health insurance coverage;
A description of the exchange visitor program in which the exchange visitor is participating such as information on the length and location of the program; a summary of the significant components of the program; information on any payment (e., stipend or wage) an exchange visitor will receive; and deductions from wages, including for housing and transportation;
- International Payroll Office
Sponsor rules that exchange visitors are required to follow while participating in their exchange visitor program;
- Out of Country Travel
Name and address of the sponsor and the name, email address, and telephone number of the Responsible Officer and Alternate Responsible Officer(s);
- International Student and Scholar Support, 1705 College St. Close-Hipp 470, Columbia, SC, 29208; 803-777-7461; j1evp@sc.edu
- Responsible Officer: Harlan Smith, Director of ISSS
- Alternate Responsible Officer: Amanda Finnen, Assistant Director for Scholar Support
- Other ISSS AROs: Raquel Harless, Priscilla Rhym, Chris Reid
The Office of Designation's address, telephone number, facsimile number, Web site and email address, and a copy of the Exchange Visitor Program brochure or other Department of State materials as appropriate or required;
- The Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs office assigned to administer designations of sponsors.
Wilberforce Pamphlet on the Rights and Protections for Temporary Workers; and
The requirement that an exchange visitor must report to the sponsor or sponsor designee within ten calendar days any changes in his or her telephone number, email address, actual and current S. address (i.e., physical residence), and site of activity (if the exchange visitor is permitted to make such change without prior sponsor authorization).

Campus Resources

CarolinaCard
Recreation
- Facilities
- Membership (staff or affiliate)
- Outdoor rec
- Contact
Wifi on campus

Identification

After HR-OIS Onboarding:

Social Security Number (SSN)

After ISSS validates your SEVIS record, you must apply for a U.S. Social Security Number, which functions as an ID# for tax and other financial purposes.

Here is the application process (both online and in person steps required).
Request an Employment Verification letter.
Once you receive your SSN card in the mail, provide it to your department's HR person.
If you already have a SSN card but no longer have the document, you must request a replacement card.

SC Driver's License or State ID

After you receive a SSN, you will be eligible to apply for an ID.

Apply for a South Carolina driving license or state ID document.
Request a DMV letter.

USC Carolina Card

After HR approves the affiliate e-Form/employee onboarding, you will be able to:

Claim your USC email/network ID; and
A few days later, apply for a Carolina Card.
Access your email and other resources.

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Residency Requirements and Bars

If you apply for a waiver, please let me know!

International Student and Scholar Support