Fragomen and University of Pittsburgh Immigration Conference: Understanding Today's Options, Trends, and Alternatives for U.S. Colleges/Universities
June 9, 2026 | 8:30 AM — 12:30 PM EDT

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William Pitt Union, 3959 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Join Fragomen and the University of Pittsburgh for a dynamic half‑day program designed for employers, HR professionals and university stakeholders navigating today’s evolving U.S. immigration landscape. This in‑person event will provide timely updates, practical guidance and interactive discussions led by experienced immigration professionals.
The event opens with a continental breakfast, registration and networking followed by the general session addressing key immigration trends, policy changes, travel restrictions and enforcement updates, followed by a deeper exploration of employment‑based immigration strategies.
Following the general session, attendees will choose from a variety of focused breakout sessions, including:
- Green Card Options 101 – A foundational overview of employment‑based pathways such as EB‑1, PERM, NIW and more
- Hot Topics – Key updates on H-1Bs, OPT transitions, lottery insights, and strategic hiring considerations
- PERM in Detail – A closer look at traditional and special handling PERM cases
- Alternatives to PERM – Exploring options including O‑1, NIW and EB‑1
- Talk It Out Sessions – Interactive, case‑based discussions addressing complex student and non‑student immigration challenges
Please email [email protected] if you are interested in attending.
Speakers:
- Alexander Castrodale, Partner, Fragomen
- Sara E. Jones, Director, PDSO, RO Office of International Services, University of Pittsburgh
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