Blog Posts in March, 2016 Posted By USI Law 10-Mar-2016 OPT STEM 24 Month Extension - Effective May 10, 2016 On March 10, 2016 a final rule was published in the Federal Register which amends the regulations on some F-1 nonimmigrant students’ participation in optional practical training (OPT) who have received degrees in science, technology, ... Continue Reading Posted By USI Law 7-Mar-2016 Known Employer Pilot - USCIS Streamlines Certain Petitions The Known Employer Pilot On March 3, 2015 a one year Known Employer pilot program was launched in an effort to test a program to streamline certain petitions. The Known Employer pilot includes the participation of nine employers and focuses on ... Continue Reading