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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.

 

Spring 2026
International Student Orientation
Tentative Schedule of Events

 

DATE EVENT TIME LOCATION DESCRIPTION
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.

 

Get your Redbird Card

3:00-4:00pm

OIE Lobby,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday
1/6/2026

Shopping Trip

2:00-4:00pm

OIE Lobby,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

We will gather in the OIE lobby for a trip to College Hills Mall to shop for clothing and supplies. Transportation will be provided.

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday
1/7/2026

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday
1/8/2026
All sessions on this day are mandatory for new students.

Welcome and Breakfast

9:00-9:50am

OIE Lobby,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Get checked-in and enjoy breakfast with other new students.
 

Understanding Immigration Responsibilities 

10:00-11:00am

Room 280,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Learn about immigration regulations for F/J visas and how to maintain status.

 

On-Time, Engaged, and Successful at ISU

11:00-12:00pm

Room 280,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Discuss classroom expectations, strategies for success, and the academic support services to help you thrive.
 

Peer Panel Lunch

12:00-1:00pm

OIE Lobby,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Enjoy lunch and listen to helpful tips and advice from current ISU international students!

 

Maintaining your Health and Wellness

1:00-1:40pm

Room 280,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Explore the health resources available to you through the campus and review the health insurance process so you can stay healthy!

 

Campus Safety

1:40-2:20pm

Room 280,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Your safety matters! Discover how campus police help keep ISU and our community safe.
 

Life at ISU

2:20-3:00pm

Room 280,
Second Floor, Fell Hall

Gather information about community organizations, parking and transportation, student activities and involvement, recreation, banking, and more!

 

 

     
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.

  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.

  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.