Pre-Arrival Information

New international and domestic grad students admitted for the Spring 2027 term will begin to receive pre-arrival information starting in late May. This information will include instructions for activating their University Log-In ID (ULID) and setting up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on their devices.

Once this is complete, students will be directed to their appropriate pre-arrival platform. New international students will access the ISSS Student Portal, where the International Student Orientation Team will share important pre-arrival information and resources. New graduate students will access a dedicated Canvas page with graduate orientation materials. Other new students will receive information through their designated university onboarding platforms.

Additionally, all new students are encouraged to attend a series of Pre-Arrival Zoom Sessions offered throughout the summer. These sessions, presented by staff from various offices and units across the university, provide in-depth guidance on key topics such as immunization requirements, academic advising, and other essential steps for a successful transition to ISU.

Please see the tentative schedule below for details:

Thursday, November 12th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Gettings Started - Arrival, Immigration, and Orientation"

• • Dr. Wouter Van Alebeek — Office of International Engagement
  • Boris Escalona — The Graduate School

Tuesday, November 17th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Academics and Course Registration"

• • Ella Metzger — University College
  • Paisley Hartman — Office of International Engagement
  • John Hawkins — The Graduate School

Wednesday, December 2nd, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Housing and Living in Normal"

• • Scott Calovich — University Housing Services 
  • Ronald Givens and Team — The Dean of Students Office

Thursday, December 10th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Paying for School and Employment On Campus"

• • Tyler Yozze — Office of International Engagement
  • Jessica Vietzen and Team — Student Accounts
  • Tamanna Tasmin — Career Services

Tuesday, December 15th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Health and Immunizations"

• • Bobbie Stevens and Team — Student Health Services
  • Jason Hartzler — Student Health Insurance

Monday, December 21st, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Traveling to ISU and getting started in the U.S. "

• • International House Team — Office of International Engagement

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Please Note: These are private events for incoming students. Links for the different events will be provided to students through the ISSS Student Portal, Graduate School Canvas page, and/or through e-mail.