International Student
& Scholar Orientation 2007
Adjusting to life in a new environment can be a challenge. Orientation can help you make a smoother transition to life at Pacific, and will give you important information about immigration, working on campus, getting access to health care, and succeeding at your studies.
In order that you will be fully prepared for your time in the
United States, all incoming international students, exchange visitors,
and scholars are required to attend the important International Student
Orientation meeting on Tuesday, August 21st, regardless of class standing
or type of program.
The Office of International Programs also hopes that you can attend some of our optional social events and activities like the trip into Portland and the Fall Kick-off Party, where you can meet some of the other international students who are currently at Pacific.
Schedule
Arrival Days
August 17th, 18th, and 19th
International Programs staff will be available to meet new international students at the airport, escort them to Pacific, and help with check-in for campus housing.
| Monday, August 20th | |
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| 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Shopping Shuttle (Optional)Transportation will be provided to take you to a large shopping complex where you can shop for household goods, bedding, clothing, and personal items. Meeting Place: OIP/ELI Parking Lot |
| 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Introduction to the U.S. Banking System (Optional)Learn about the banking services available in Forest Grove, get assistance opening an account, and learn about using online and automated banking. Location: Marsh 201 |
| 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Fall Kick-off PartyMeet new international students, returning international students, and the Office of International Programs staff at this fun annual event! Dinner will be provided. (Dress is Casual) Meeting Place: OIP/ELI Building Parking Lot |
| Tuesday, August 21st | |
| 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | International Student Orientation (Required)All international students (F-1 visa holders) and exchange visitors/students (J-1 visa holders) must attend this mandatory meeting. Bring your passport and I-20 (for F-1s) or DS-2019 (for J-1s), health insurance card/policy, insurance waiver form (if eligible for waiver), immunization and health history forms, as well as your local address and telephone number with you for a required immigration check-in. This meeting will cover:
Location: Strain 121 |
| 12:00p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Welcome Luncheon with President
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| 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Undergraduate Special Session (Required for Undergraduates)Learn more about what Pacific offers and about university life in the United States:
Location: Marsh 201 |
| Wednesday, August 22nd | |
| 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Portland Trip (Optional)*Undergraduate Freshman & most Professional Programs students will be attending Orientation Events at this time. Please confirm your individual schedule before registering for this event.This is your chance to learn how to use the public transportation system to see Portland and the surrounding communities. Lunch will be provided. Meeting Place: OIP/ELI Building Parking Lot
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