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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| DATE | EVENT | TIME | LOCATION | DESCRIPTION |
| Monday 8/12/2024 |
AE/ PATHWAY STUDENTS ONLY Check-In/Breakfast |
8:00-9:00am | Atrium State Farm Hall of Business |
Make sure to arrive on time. OIE staff will be there to welcome you. |
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AE/ |
9:00-10:00am |
Room 016 C/D |
Get your University Log-in Identification, and learn how to set up WIFI and log into your e-mail and MY Portal. |
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AE/ |
10:00-11:00am |
Room 016 C/D |
AE and Pathway Students will take their English diagnostic test. This is required to attend classes. |
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AE |
1:00-2:00pm |
Room 016 C/D State Farm Hall of Business |
AE students will take their English language placement examinations. |
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STUDENTS WITH ON-CAMPUS JOBS ONLY |
2:00-4:00pm |
OIE Lobby Second Floor, Fell Hall |
HR will be available to process I-9s for international students who have already accepted on-campus positions. Don’t forget to bring your original immigration documents with you (Passport, Visa, and I-94)! |
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Get your Redbird Card |
3:00-4:00pm |
OIE Lobby, |
We will take you to the Redbird Card Office to receive your Redbird Student ID Card. |
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Shopping Trip |
5:00pm-7:00pm |
OIE Lobby |
We will gather in the OIE lobby to shop for clothing and supplies. Transportation will be provided. |
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Tuesday |
Check-In and Breakfast |
8:00-8:40am |
Prairie Room |
OIE staff will check you in and make sure you are prepared for the week's activities. |
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Welcome from the OIE Executive Director and University President |
8:40-9:00am |
Prairie Room |
Dr. Roopa Rawjee, a former international student herself, will welcome new international students and introduce President Aondover Tarhule to share his remarks. |
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Understanding Your Responsibilities as an F-1/J-1 Visa Student |
9:00-10:30am |
Prairie Room |
Join ISSS for this interactive event! Students will learn about their immigration status, and how to stay in good standing! |
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On-Time, Engaged, and Successful at ISU |
10:30-12:00pm |
Prairie Room |
Learn about academic expectations, strategies for success, and support services. | |
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Welcome Lunch with International Student Panel |
12:00-1:30pm |
Prairie Room |
International students and alumni will share helpful tips and advice. Bring your questions to learn from your peers! | |
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Maintaining Your Health & Wellness |
1:30-2:30pm |
Prairie Room |
Learn about health resources available to students at Illinois State and discuss how to navigate the health insurance process. |
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Campus Safety and |
2:30-3:30pm |
Prairie Room |
Tornado! Fires! Local Laws? How do campus police support the ISU community? Get prepared to deal with emergencies and safety matters. |
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Welcome Reception with University Provost |
3:30-5:00pm |
Prairie Room |
Spend the afternoon getting to know faculty, staff, and academic advisors over casual conversations in an informal setting. Welcome remarks by Provost Ani Yazedjian. | |
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Wednesday |
Breakfast/Admissions/Follow-Up Questions |
8:00-9:00am |
Prairie Room |
Submit transcripts. Have your questions answered. Start making friends! |
| Managing Your Student Account and Finances |
9:00-10:00am |
Prairie Room |
Navigate your student account. Understand your responsibilities. Learn about payment options. | |
| Exploring On-Campus Employment |
10:00-11:00am |
Prairie Room |
Review immigration rules about employment, discover ISU Career Services, and learn how to find an on-campus job. |
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Introduction to Social Security and Taxes |
11:00-12:00pm |
Prairie Room |
Understand the Social Security Number (SSN) application process and review your responsibilities to the U.S. tax system. |
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Lunch | 12:00-1:00pm |
Prairie Room |
Learn about ISU, your fellow redbirds, and win prizes! |
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Conduct and Community Expectations | 1:00-1:30pm |
Prairie Room Bone Student Center |
Make sure you understand the Code of Student Conduct, community rights, and how to become a respectful member of the ISU community. |
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Student Attorney Services | 1:30-2:00pm |
Prairie Room |
The ISU Student Attorney will present on legal advising services and available support. |
| Student Activities and Engagement | 2:00-3:00pm |
Prairie Room |
Discover all of the different co-curricular learning and leadership opportunities available to students at ISU. | |
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Campus Tour |
3:00-4:30pm |
Prairie Room Bone Student Center/ Campus Quad |
Join us for a walking tour of campus. Please make sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and shoes! | |
| Thursday 8/15/2024 |
AE/ PATHWAY STUDENTS ONLY Academic Presentation |
10:00am-12:00pm | Room 212 Fell Hall |
Learn about your about academic requirements, classes, and textbooks. |
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EXCHANGE STUDENTS ONLY |
10:00am-12:00pm |
Room 22 H |
Exchange Students will discuss course registration, bill payment, and academic matters. | |
| PATHWAY MBA STUDENTS ONLY Pre-MBA Module |
5:00pm-6:00pm |
Room 366 |
Pathway MBA students will be provided with information on academic support and services and the Pre-MBA module. |
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| Friday 8/16/2024 |
Assistance with Questions | 9:00am-3:00pm | Room 202 Fell Hall |
Come meet with members of the OIE staff team to answer any individual or case-specific questions. |