IC Announcements

• Week 2 of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Conversations: July 28 - August 1
• Coming Soon! Orientation Workshops: August 4 - 28
• Save The Date - August International Coffee Hour: August 12
• Preparing for Arrival to the U.S.

Reminders

• International Student & Family Welcome Day
• Enroll in the IC's Orientation Canvas Course

Additional Resources

• Student Visa Info, Health Policies, Health Insurance, & More

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Week 2 of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Conversations!

P2P Conversations are virtual orientation sessions led by current international students sharing their advice about a variety of topics to help prepare new international students for success at U-M. Our Peer Advisors will provide information and resources based on their personal experiences and answer your questions. Each session starts with a short presentation on a specific topic and then is followed by a Q&A. 

P2P Conversations Continue Next Week!

Check out offerings below & click on each link to register:

Cultural Differences In the Classroom

Monday, July 28, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Buying a Car & Getting A U.S. Driver's License

Tuesday, July 29, 8:30 - 9:30 AM

Healthy Relationships & Dating in the U.S.

Tuesday, July 29, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

How to Navigate Canvas & Wolverine Access

Wednesday, July 30, 8:30 - 9:30 AM

Things to do in Ann Arbor

Wednesday, July 30, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Shopping in Ann Arbor

Thursday, July 31, 8:30 - 9:30 AM

Health & Wellbeing at U-M

Thursday, July 31, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Exploring Michigan & The Midwest

Friday, August 1, 8:30 - 9:30 AM

Personal Safety at U-M

Friday, August 1, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

You may register for as many sessions as you are interested in! All sessions are listed in Michigan's time zone: Eastern Daylight Time. If you are unable to attend a session live, a recording of each P2P Conversation will be added to the International Center Summer Orientation Canvas course.

Coming Soon!

Orientation Workshops

August 4 - August 28

Virtual & In-Person Offerings

As a part of the International Center's Orientation series, we offer a number of workshops presented by staff from departments and organizations on and nearby campus. You may register for as many sessions as you are interested in! Most of these sessions are virtual with a few occurring in-person at U-M, and all sessions are listed in Michigan's time zone: Eastern Daylight Time.

Learn More about these sessions below &

stay tuned for more details next week!

Save the Date:

August International Coffee Hour

Tuesday, August 12, 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Michigan Language Center

(715 E Huron Street)

Come meet new international students and learn about the Michigan Language Center (MLC)! This is a “meet and greet” event, so you can come and go at any time you like. The event will take place outside on MLC's front lawn. Snacks and drinks provided!

MLC is a private English language school in Ann Arbor, which makes it a great option for spouses/partners who are interested in improving their English language skills and finding community in Ann Arbor. So, spouses/partners are also welcome to attend this event!

This event is co-sponsored by the International Center and MLC.

Preparing for Arrival to the U.S.

Check Your I-20 or DS-2019

We know you are busy with your preparations... there is so much to pack and prepare! The International Center advising team recommends that you include in your preparations an early review of your U.S. entry documents. Checking documents early means that you will have time to address any potential issues before they become urgent.

Check out the full list of documents to prepare for entry to the U.S. below!

International Student and Family Welcome Day

Monday, August 18, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Various Venues on Campus

Register Now!

Have you registered International Student and Family Welcome Day, yet?! Attendance at this event is strongly encouraged for both undergraduate and graduate international students, along with their family members who travel with them to campus. Highlights include sessions on cultural adjustment, maintaining immigration status, international student health insurance, and more. This is also a great chance to meet other new international students from all around the world! Don't miss this opportunity to ease into campus life!

Stay Informed with the International Center’s Canvas Course!

The International Center provides essential orientation resources through a dedicated Canvas Course. Access recordings and slides from virtual orientation sessions that have already occurred, important announcements, and a regularly updated calendar of events. All incoming international students are strongly encouraged to enroll to ensure you don’t miss any orientation-related materials or events!

• Fall 2025 Frequently Asked Questions for New Students
• 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

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