Event Schedule
8:30 a.m.: Breakfast & Mingle
Location: Conference Room 220, Second Floor Student Center
8:45 a.m.: Introduction and Ice Breaker
9:00 a.m.: Culture Shock
Presenter: Lisa
Description: Transition is difficult for everyone. Learn some strategies for managing the transition to a new country and American culture.
9:30 a.m.: U.S. Health Insurance
Presenter: Mike Pigou
Description: Learn about the U.S. health-care system and understand how your student health insurance will work and the benefits available.
10:00 a.m.: Counseling
Presenters: Bailey, Carly & Gypsy
Description: Meet the counseling team and learn what resources are available to you.
10:15 a.m.: Accessibility Services
Presenter: Lisa
Description: Learn about the resources and support for students with disabilities, as well as the faculty and staff involved in their education.
10:30 a.m.: Break
10:45 a.m.: Living on Campus and Knowing the Code
Presenters: Zach & Hannah
Description: Learn what to expect living on campus, find out what resources are available, and know the code that everyone is expected to uphold.
11:00 a.m.: Academic Success
Presenter: Emily
Description: Get an understanding of the University’s academic expectations and all the resources available to help you succeed.
11:30 a.m.: Getting Involved and Campus Tour
Description: Tour the beautiful historic campus and see where different facilities are located. Learn about opportunities to join clubs and organizations.
12:00 p.m.: Lunch
12:40 p.m.: Technology
Presenter: Matt Cowley
Description: This session will help you navigate the various technologies available to UIU students. Topics covered include UIU email, myUIU, uiuLearn, MyApps, printing on campus, Wi-Fi, IT Help Desk, and more! If you have a laptop or tablet, bring it to this session.
1:00 p.m.: Title IX
Presenter: Lisa
Description: Gain an understanding of Title IX and your rights as a student.
1:15 p.m.: Understanding your visa and I-20/DS 2019 requirements
Description: This session will provide essential information on topics such as maintaining lawful status, and understanding your I-20 or DS-2019 and their multi-functions.
1:30 p.m.: Tips, Tricks, and Tasks
Description: Find out where to pick up mail, food service hours, what amenities are available for students, get a student ID, finish up paperwork.
2:00 p.m.: Trip to Walmart
Description: Walmart Supercenters offer a one-stop shopping experience by combining a grocery store with fresh produce, bakery, deli and dairy products with electronics, apparel, and home furnishings.
