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International Student Orientation

An International Student Orientation program for newly admitted students is scheduled for August 17-21, 2008. A tentative schedule for International Student Orientation is attached to this letter. During this program, you will receive important information about:

• obtaining a University identification card
• setting up an e-mail and bank account
• meeting your academic advisor
• registering for classes
• taking language tests (if required)
• using the University libraries, computing and health services
• understanding University rules, regulations and academic culture
• maintaining proper immigration status as an international student

Sequence of Orientation Activities

• Check-in
• Take Tests (if required)
• Get Identification Card
• Open Bank & Cell Phone Accounts
• Take Campus Tour
• Meet your International Student Club Representative
• Attend Workshops
• Attend Immigration & University Police Sessions (necessary for course registration)
• Attend UB Paperwork Session (strongly recommended)
• Register for Classes
• Attend Welcome Reception
• Attend Lectures & Workshops
• Go on Shopping Excursion

Immigration & University Police Sessions

All international students must attend the Immigration and University Police Sessions before registering for classes. Make-up sessions will be offered, but you are strongly advised to attend this session during International Student Orientation.

Please remember, you will not be able to register for classes until you have taken any required tests and attended the Immigration and University Police sessions.