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01/07/2026

[ADVISORY] J-1 EXCHANGE VISITOR VISA IS NOT A PATH TO U.S. CITIZENSHIP

The Philippine Embassy in Washington DC reminds the public that the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program visa is a temporary, non-immigrant program designed for cultural exchange. It is not an employment/work visa.

Filipino teachers should be aware that participation in the program does not lead to U.S. permanent residency or citizenship. Please be reminded of the terms of the program:
• J-1 teachers are required to return to the Philippines after completing the program
• Filipino teachers are subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement. Waiver of this requirement is difficult to obtain, not guaranteed, and requires exceptional hardship or highly meritorious circumstances.
• Overstaying in the United States beyond the authorized period of stay is a serious violation of U.S. immigration law, and can result in deportation and long-term bans.

The Embassy has received reports of illegal recruiters, unscrupulous agents, and individuals posing as immigration lawyers who:
• Demand large sums of money for immigration assistance
• Promise U.S. permanent residency or citizenship through the J-1 program, and
• Encourage overstaying, misusing visas, or filing asylum claims solely to remain in the United States

Teachers who are J-1 visa holders or applicants are urged to participate in the program only with a clear understanding of its objectives and limitations. Those considering long-term immigration options must seek advice from a qualified U.S. immigration attorney.

For questions, please contact the Philippine Embassy (https://tinyurl.com/wdcpedirectory) or your nearest Philippine consulate (https://tinyurl.com/yck559z8)

12/24/2025

Olympians! Scholarship applications are now open, and the last day to apply is February 17, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to get financial support to help you reach your goals!

✨ Why Apply?
✅ FREE to apply
✅ Over 115 scholarships available
✅ Awards range from $250–$2,000
✅ Open to all enrolled Mesa College students
✅ All GPAs encouraged to apply

👉 Apply at: https://buff.ly/odiIURQ

Have questions? Email: [email protected]

12/20/2025

🔔 IMPORTANT UPDATE! Deadline has been extended to December 29, 2025! 🔔

All high school juniors and seniors who attend high school in California, especially those from our state’s diverse Asian and Pacific Islander communities, are invited to join more than 1,000 alumni leaders in the Golden State for the Asian Pacific Youth Leadership Project.

Learn more and sign up at: https://www.apylp.net/

12/18/2025

Ring in the New Year with ease 🎉

Free rides start after 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve across San Diego on all MTS buses and Trolley lines and on NCTD COASTER, SPRINTER, and BREEZE services.

We’re also running extra late-night service on all Trolley lines, with service past 2 a.m. to help you get home safely. Skip the parking and rideshare surge and start 2026 right.

Full schedules: https://www.sdmts.com/rider-info/events/new-years-eve

12/02/2025

The Old Globe is hosting a FREE Sensory Friendly event and a discounted Sensory Friendly performance of Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! 🎄

🗓️ Saturday, December 13
8-10am is a FREE family event, with festivities including music and arts and crafts. Tickets to the sensory friendly performance are not required to attend.

10am is a Sensory Friendly performance of Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! with tickets starting at $57

Tickets available by phone only.
Please call the Ticket Services Department at (619) 234-5623.

Learn more about the Globe’s Grinch Sensory Friendly programing: https://tinyurl.com/5btc3p43

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4265 Fairmont Avenue
San Diego, CA
92126

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