Orientation Schedule
Please read carefully, attend all your mandatory sessions, and arrive on time. Prioritize this time to focus on essential learning specific to your international student status.
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| Monday 1/5/2026 |
IT Help Walk-Up Station | 2:00-3:00pm |
Room 231, Fell Hall |
Get connected with ease! Our friendly IT staff are ready to help you set up your devices and get you plugged into the ISU network. |
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Get your Redbird Card |
3:00-4:00pm |
OIE Lobby, |
The Redbird Card Office will issue your official Redbird Student ID - your key to campus life! Note: Please bring your passport as your form of I.D. |
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Tuesday |
Shopping Trip |
2:00-4:00pm |
OIE Lobby, |
We will gather in the OIE lobby for a trip to College Hills Mall to shop for clothing and supplies. Transportation will be provided. |
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Wednesday |
IT Help Walk-Up Station |
9:00-10:00am |
Room 231, Fell Hall |
Get connected with ease! Our friendly IT staff are ready to help you set up your devices and get you plugged into the ISU network. |
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Thursday |
Welcome and Breakfast |
9:00-9:50am |
OIE Lobby, |
Get checked-in and enjoy breakfast with other new students. |
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Understanding Immigration Responsibilities |
10:00-11:00am |
Room 280, |
Learn about immigration regulations for F/J visas and how to maintain status. |
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On-Time, Engaged, and Successful at ISU |
11:00-12:00pm |
Room 280, |
Discuss classroom expectations, strategies for success, and the academic support services to help you thrive. | |
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Peer Panel Lunch |
12:00-1:00pm |
OIE Lobby, |
Enjoy lunch and listen to helpful tips and advice from current ISU international students! | |
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Maintaining your Health and Wellness |
1:00-1:40pm |
Room 280, |
Explore the health resources available to you through the campus and review the health insurance process so you can stay healthy! |
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Campus Safety |
1:40-2:20pm |
Room 280, |
Your safety matters! Discover how campus police help keep ISU and our community safe. |
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Life at ISU |
2:20-3:00pm |
Room 280, |
Gather information about community organizations, parking and transportation, student activities and involvement, recreation, banking, and more! |
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| Friday 1/9/2026 |
AE/ PATHWAY STUDENTS ONLY Academic Presentation |
9:00-11:00am | Room 212, Second Floor, Fell Hall |
Get set for academic success! Discover what you need to know about course requirements, class registration, and where to find the right textbooks. |
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EXCHANGE STUDENTS ONLY ISSS Meeting |
11:00-12:00pm |
Room 238,
Second Floor, Fell Hall |
Dive into exchange student specific information on course registration, bill payment, and academics. |
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| OIE Walk-Up Support | 1:00-4:00pm | OIE Lobby, Second Floor, Fell Hall |
Need a little extra guidance? Connect with the OIE staff for personalized support and helpful resources to answer any remaining questions before classes start. |
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