San Francisco, CA, 3rd April 2024
The Curious Maverick LLC is thrilled to announce the launch of the “Unshackled Campus Tour,” a transformative initiative dedicated to educating and empowering highly skilled international students on the intricacies of the United States immigration system. This pioneering month-long journey will span 15 universities nationwide, aiming to reach over 4000 students in person and engage with over 15,000 virtually. The campus tour started on the 2nd of April and goes on till the 23rd of April 2024, visiting some of the prime stops in the tour, which includes Harvard University, UC Berkeley, UT Dallas, and a flagship event hosted in Boston, MA, with over 500 registrants. The Boston event, along with many others on the tour, is free and open to the public to join beyond international graduate students.
The “Unshackled Campus Tour” was born out of the book “Unshackled,” authored by Soundarya Balasubramani (and Sameer Khedekar), as well as an online community filled with 400+ talent visa aspirants, both under the umbrella of The Curious Maverick LLC. However, the tour is more than just a roadshow to promote the book or the community. Rather, it’s a mission-driven effort to equip international students with the knowledge and resources they need to secure their future in the United States (and beyond). With discussions extending beyond traditional avenues like the H-1B visa, the tour will delve into lesser-known pathways such as the O-1 extraordinary visa, cap-exempt H-1Bs, International Entrepreneur Parole, and others, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of their options post-graduation — both to work and start companies in the United States (and beyond).
“Our mission with the ‘Unshackled Campus Tour’ is to empower talented international students with the tools they need to navigate the complex landscape of U.S. immigration,” said Ms. Balasubramani. “By providing them with insights into various visa pathways and practical guidance on building their profiles, we aim to help these top students unlock their full potential and secure their place in the United States, Canada, and beyond.”
The “Unshackled Campus Tour” will be accompanied by top lawyers and visa experts from esteemed firms, including MobSquad, a Canadian relocation startup, Bay Area Immigration, and GreenbergTraurig, both law firms based out of California, Gonzalez Olivieri LLC, a law firm based out of Texas, Summit Legal, a law firm based out of New York, and Banyan Law, a law firm based out of California. These partners will provide invaluable expertise and guidance to students throughout the tour.
“By partnering with leading legal experts, we’re able to offer students unparalleled access to insights and advice on navigating the U.S. and Canadian immigration system,” said Ms. Balasubramani. “Together, we’re committed to empowering international students to achieve their academic and professional goals in the United States — and beyond.”
As Ms. Balasubramani articulates, this initiative aims to unlock the full potential of international students, paving the way for their seamless integration into the fabric of global innovation and entrepreneurship. With the “Unshackled Campus Tour,” the future looks brighter for aspiring talents seeking to navigate the complexities of immigration and carve their path toward success.
For international students graduating this year or next, the “Unshackled Campus Tour” presents a timely opportunity to gain insights into various visa types and begin building a strong profile for success in the U.S. job market. This is more timely than ever, given the upcoming election season. The tour serves as a beacon of stability and reassurance amid the uncertain political landscape, offering concrete guidance and resources to navigate potential policy changes.
For more information about the “Unshackled Campus Tour” and to RSVP for the free events across the country, please visit tour.readunshackled.com.
About The Curious Maverick LLC:
The Curious Maverick LLC is dedicated to promoting talent mobility across the world through the power of education, mentorship, and community. Through innovative programs, events, and partnerships, The Curious Maverick LLC strives to foster a supportive environment where international students and talent can thrive and achieve their academic and professional goals.
Published by: Martin De Juan
