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 8/11/2025 |
IT Help Walk-Up Station | 1:00-3:00pm |
Room 212, Fell Hall |
IT staff will assist you in setting up your devices to work on the ISU network. |
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Get your Redbird Card |
3:00-4:00pm |
OIE Lobby, |
The Redbird Card Office will issue your Redbird Student ID Card. |
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Shopping Trip |
5:00-7:00pm |
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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Tuesday |
Sign-In and Breakfast |
8:00-8:50am |
Atrium, |
Staff will check you in and make sure you are prepared for the week's activities. |
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Welcome from the Executive Director |
8:50-9:00am |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Dr. Roopa Rawjee, the Executive Director of OIE, will welcome new international students. |
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Understanding Immigration Responsibilities |
9:00-10:30am |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Learn about immigration regulations for F/J visas, and how to maintain status. Attendance is mandatory/compulsary. |
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On-Time, Engaged, and Successful at ISU |
10:30-12:00pm |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Academic expectations, strategies for success, and support services. | |
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Welcome Lunch with International Student Panel |
12:00-1:30pm |
Atrium, |
International students and alumni will share helpful tips and advice. Ask questions and learn from your peers! | |
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Maintaining your Health and Wellness |
1:30-2:15pm |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Health resources at ISU and discuss how to navigate the health insurance process. |
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Paying Your Bills |
2:15-3:00pm |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Student Accounts staff will review the accounts portal and discuss payment options. |
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Student Attorney Services |
3:00-3:45pm |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
ISU Student Attorney will present on legal advising services and available support. |
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Campus Safety and |
3:45-4:30pm |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
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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Wednesday |
Breakfast and Admissions Follow-Up |
8:00-9:00am |
Atrium, |
Submit transcripts. Have your questions answered. Start making friends! |
| Exploring On-Campus Employment |
9:00-9:45am |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
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 |
9:45-10:30am |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Understand the Social Security Number (SSN) application process and U.S. tax expectations. |
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Resources Expo. | 10:30-12:00pm |
Atrium, |
Learn about banks, host families, parking and transportation, student activities and involvement, student recreation, cell phone providers, and more! |
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Lunch | 12:00-1:30pm |
Atrium, |
Enjoy lunch and make new friends! |
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Campus Tour |
1:30-3:00pm |
Atrium, State Farm Hall of Business/ ISU Campus Quad |
Join us for a walking tour of campus. Please make sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and shoes! | |
| Thursday 8/14/2025 |
AE/ PATHWAY STUDENTS ONLY Academic Presentation |
9:00-11:00am |
Caterpillar Auditorium, |
Academic requirements, classes, and textbooks. |
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EXCHANGE STUDENTS ONLY |
10:00-11:00am |
Room 231, |
Exchange Students will discuss course registration, bill payment, and academic matters. | |
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AE/ |
1:00-3:00pm |
Computer Lab, |
Complete your placement tests. |
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| MBA STUDENTS ONLY | 5:00-6:00pm |
Room 356, State Farm Hall of Business |
Mandatory orientation for MBA students. |
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| Friday 8/15/2025 |
AE/
PATHWAY MBA STUDENTS ONLY Module Orientation |
10:00-11:00am | Room 202, Second Floor, Fell Hall |
A session for AE/Pathway MBA students. |
| Questions and Support | 4:00pm | OIE Lobby, Second Floor, Fell Hall |
Students can meet with Dr. Trish Klass for extra support. |
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