IC Announcements

• Orientation Workshops Continue
• Welcome Desk Begins Next Week!
• Peer Advisor Blogs Now Available
• Advising Highlight: After Arrival to the U.S.

Resources

• Introduction to the English Language Institute
• Parade of Properties: Off Campus Housing Events
• Preparing for the F/J Visa Interview
• Student Visa Info, Health Policies, Health Insurance, & More

Reminders

• August International Coffee Hour
• Ice Cream Social 🍦
• Orientation Social Events (In Person!)
• Enroll in the IC's Orientation Canvas Course

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Orientation Workshops

Continuing Next Week!

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 next week's sessions below!

Adjusting to Life in the U.S.

Monday, August 11

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Virtual

How to Use Your U-M International Health Insurance

Tuesday, August 12

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Virtual

University Health Service (UHS) Information Session for International Students

Wednesday, August 13

10:00 - 10:45 AM

Virtual

It’s Not Just a Good Idea …

It’s the Law!

Thursday, August 14

10:00 - 11:30 AM

Virtual

Adjusting to Life in the U.S.

Friday, August 15

12:00 - 1:30 PM

Ross School of Business, B2560

In-Person & Lunch Provided!🍕

U-M Library Basics

(Central Campus)

Friday, August 15

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Virtual

Welcome Desk: In-Person Office Hours

Starting on Monday, August 11, Summer Orientation Peer Advisors will staff an in-person Welcome Desk outside of the International Center in the lobby of the Student Activities Building. Stop by to get questions about life in Ann Arbor & at U-M answered by fellow international students!

Week of August 11:

• Monday - Friday: 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm

Week of August 18:

• Monday: Closed for International Student & Family Welcome Day
• Tuesday: 9am-12pm and 1pm-3pm
• (Ending early so that everyone can attend the Ice Cream Social!)
• Wednesday: 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm
• Thursday: 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm
• Friday: 9am-12pm

Peer Advisor Blog Posts

Now Available!

Your Orientation Peer Advisors share their insights and tips as U-M international students on the IC's Blog site! Check out their blog topics + click on the link below to read!

• Study Spaces I Love (and When to Use Them) by Aurora Bi
• Memories That Made Ann Arbor Feel Like Home by Pavan Prativada
• Don't Just Expect The Unexpected, Explore The Unexpected by Tiffany Sudijono
• Missing Home: How to Deal with Homesickness by Laura Estepa
• K-Pop and Anime? How it's Done Done Done by Soo Hyun Choi
• How to Make Friends Outside of My Cohort by Maurice Krzyzanowski
• Who the Heck is Dancing at Pwall? — An Overview of the U-M Dance Community by Will Peng
• Belonging Takes Time - But It’s Worth the Journey by My Tran
• Why Living on North Campus Isn’t as Bad as You Think by Hanson Liu
• Best One-Day Trips from Ann Arbor: Quick Escapes into Nature, History, and Charm by Archi Agrawal
• Beyond Maps and Myths: Making UMich My Own by Kehinde Sowunmi

Advising Highlight: After Arrival to the U.S.

Download Your I-94

The I-94 is processed electronically during your admission to the U.S.. After your entry, you can access your I-94 online. Your Most Recent I-94 shows the details of your most recent entry to the US. and it is how you prove your status while in the U.S. So it's very important to check your I-94 soon after travel in case there is an error (see graphic above for what to look for). If there is an error, notify the International Center so we can discuss options for correction with you.

All non-U.S. citizens over the age of 18 must be able to prove "registration" at all times. As an F-1 or J-1 student, your proof of registration is your accurate Most Recent I-94. We recommend that you carry a printed copy and an electronic copy with you at all times.

Introduction to the English Language Institute

The English Language Institute (ELI) exclusively serves members of the University of Michigan community with English for Academic Purposes courses and resources, GSI preparation, and TESOL courses that prepare students to teach English as a second or foreign language. Learn more about ELI's services for undergraduate students, as well as graduate & professional students by viewing the videos below!

ELI Undergraduate Students Introduction

ELI Graduate & Professional Students Introduction

Parade of Properties: Off Campus Housing Events

Friday, August 8 and Saturday, August 23

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

We know that some students may be still searching for housing for the forthcoming fall semester. In response to this, a number of housing providers in Ann Arbor are pleased to announce two additional opportunities to learn more about the housing that is available for the coming year. These brand new events, coordinated by Beyond the Diag, will allow students (and friends/family members) to visit, take a tour, talk with the property team and maybe even pick up some swag and giveaways!

The Parade of Properties event will take place on Friday, August 8 and Saturday, August 23. No registration is necessary, so please feel free to stop by any of the properties 10:00am-2:00pm on either of these dates. View full details below.

Preparing for the F/J Visa Interview

Are you currently navigating the F/J Visa application process? Watch our advisor-led video to walk through every step of the F and J visa application process. Learn what documents to prepare and what to expect during your visa interview. Whether you’re feeling anxious or just want to be prepared, this video will give you the confidence and information you need for a successful interview.

Additional Resources

Click links Below to Learn More!

• 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

• August International Coffee Hour is coming up next week! Please join us on Tuesday, August 12 @ 3:30 PM if you're in town already!
• Our Ice Cream Social welcome event for new international students is happening on Tuesday, August 19. Have you registered yet??!
• Orientation In-Person Social Events are happening throughout the month of August! See any that you'd like to attend?
• Enroll in our Orientation Canvas Course to view recordings of orientation sessions & find resources to help you navigate your transition to U-M!

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