Monday, Sept. 3rd at 2pm: Mandatory International Student Orientation and Reception!
International Student Orientation for Graduate Students
Monday, September 3, 2012
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Jacob Sleeper Auditorium
871 Commonwealth Avenue
immediately following
Graduate International Students Reception
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Agganis Club Room
925 Commonwealth Avenue
Meet ISSO staff and new international students from different academic programs.
Refreshments will be served.
The ISSO is excited to offer new graduate international students the opportunity to learn about how best to make a successful transition to the U.S. and to the BU community.
This mandatory orientation session will include the following topics:
• Navigating the U.S. Classroom: We will address the cultural dynamics of the American classroom: teaching styles, communication, participation, organization and more.
• Health Care is Different in the U.S.: How do I find a doctor if I need one? How do I choose health insurance? How do I use that insurance to pay for health services? We will provide you with an overview of where and how to get the health care you need while in the U.S.
• Adjusting to U.S. Culture: Learn about culture shock and adjustment to the United States. Put American values into perspective and learn effective ways to communicate in the U.S. context.
• Visa and Immigration Responsibilities: Critical information about maintaining your lawful immigration status in the U.S. including full-time enrollment, employment, Social Security Numbers, and much more.
Are you a new graduate student? Have you contacted your school or college to find out about new student programs they may be planning for you?
Click here for more admissions and pre-arrival information.
