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Advising Highlight

• Mandatory Immigration Check-In

Events & Resources

• Orientation Workshops Next Week
• Information & Technology Services (ITS) at the IC
• Spouse & Partner Event Series
• Welcome Desk: Talk with Peer Advisors at the IC
• IKEA Shopping Trip (Registration Opens Sunday, August 23!)

Reminders

• Social Events: Meet Other New Students!
• Orientation Canvas Course

Additional Resources

• Student Visa Info, Health Policies, Health Insurance, & More
• Welcome to Michigan Events (For All New Students)

Stay Connected!📱

Mandatory Immigration Check-In

Welcome to Ann Arbor, Michigan! After your arrival, the International Center is required to activate your SEVIS record. Before we can activate your SEVIS record, you are required to complete the immigration check-in. We cannot make any changes to your SEVIS record, including travel signatures, until your SEVIS record is active. Immigration check-in is completely virtual and includes three parts (outlined above). If you have any questions, please reach out to the International Center to ask. 

Failure to complete the immigration check-in can result in loss of your F-1 or J-1 immigration status.

Get started with the virtual mandatory immigration check-in below!

Orientation Workshops

Continue Next Week!

Virtual & In-Person Offerings

The International Center offers a number of workshops presented by staff from departments and organizations on and nearby campus as a part of orientation. Learn more about next week's sessions below!

Click on each title to register:

Lunch & Learn: Writing Effective Emails presented by the English Language Institute

Tuesday, August 25

12:00 - 1:30 PM

1010 Weiser Hall

Lunch Provided!

Academic English Resources for U-M Undergraduate Students presented by the English Language Institute

Wednesday, August 26

8:30 - 9:00 AM

Virtual

Information & Technology Services (ITS)

at the IC

Tuesday, August 25

1:00 - 3:00 PM

Want to learn about recommended U-M apps and technology needs during your studies? Stop by the International Center next week to speak with representatives from Information & Technology Services (ITS)! Representatives will be in the Student Activities Building lobby (right outside of the International Center, 515 E. Jefferson Street). Stop by any time between 1 - 3 PM on Tuesday, August 25!

Spouse/ Partner Event Series

For New International Families

Did you move to U-M with your spouse, partner, children, or other family members? Adjusting to life in the United States and Ann Arbor with your family can take time, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Join the events below to explore helpful resources, discover new opportunities, and connect with other international families. All family members of international students and scholars, including children, are welcome to attend!

Orientation & Networking

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch Provided!

Ross School of Business, Room: B3580

Everyday English Workshop & Tour of Ann Arbor

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Workshop)

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Tour)

Michigan Language Center (110 N State Street)

All events will be led by the Michigan Language Center (MLC) in partnership with the U-M International Center.

Welcome Desk: Talk with Peer Advisors at the IC

Outside of International Center (Suite 1500)

Student Activities Building

(515 E Jefferson St)

Stop by to get questions about life in Ann Arbor & at U-M answered by fellow international students! Next Week's Hours:

• Monday, August 24: Closed for International Student & Family Welcome Day!
• Tuesday, August 25: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 - 3:00 PM**
• **Ending early so that everyone can attend the Ice Cream Social!
• Wednesday, August 26: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 - 4:00 PM
• Thursday, August 27: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 - 4:00 PM
• Friday, August 28: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Please note that the International Center and the Welcome Desk are closed between the hours of 12 PM -1 PM.

IKEA Shopping Trip

Registration Begins: Sunday, August 23 @ 9:00 AM

Bus Trips to IKEA: Sunday, August 30

Join us for a day of shopping at IKEA, a popular Scandinavian store selling thousands of items for your kitchen, living room, bedrooms, and more.

Any small items that you buy can be stored in the baggage compartment of the bus, but remember that you will also have to transport these items from the Student Activities Building to your room or apartment. Delivery may be available for larger items through IKEA, including options starting at $19 for IKEA Family members. You can also sign-up in advance to verify your student status in order to get 15% off your purchase on the day of your shopping trip.

There are three trip options available on Sunday, August 30, all departing from outside of the Student Activities Building on Central Campus:

• Departing at 9:30 AM
• Departing at 11:00 AM
• Departing at 12:30 PM

This trip is free, but registration is required!

Registration Opens on Sunday, August 23 at 9:00 AM

Space is limited!

🍦Our Ice Cream Social welcome event for new international students is happening Tuesday, August 25. Have you registered yet??!

Join any additional IC events, designed for new students like YOU to meet other incoming students at U-M:

⚽Soccer with the IC (TODAY @ 5 PM!)

🌽Kerrytown District Tour

〽️Central Campus Tour

🎂August Birthday Celebration

💻Enroll in our Orientation Canvas Course to view recordings of orientation sessions & find resources to help you navigate your transition to U-M!

• 10 Points to Remember When Applying for a Student Visa
• M Card Student Identification Photo Submission Page
• Health-Related Policies and Recommendations for International Students & Scholars
• Health Insurance, COVID-19, and Flu Information for International Students & Scholars

Welcome to Michigan Events

Monday, August 24 – Monday, September 7

Various Locations Across Campus

Kick off your U-M experience with Welcome to Michigan, a campus-wide series designed to help new students transition into the university community. Meet fellow Wolverines from around the world while enjoying Game Night, Craft Night, Trivia Night, Outdoor Movie Night, Beats & Treats, and more. Events take place at various campus locations, offering plenty of opportunities to make friends, explore U-M, and start feeling at home.

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Plus check out our YouTube 2026 International Orientation Playlist!