Spring 2011 Orientation
International Student Orientation for Spring 2011 entrant students will be held on Friday, January 21st 2011 from 8.30am - 12.00pm in Room 301, Goizueta Business School. Students will be required to bring their passport, I-20/DS-2019 and I-94 to this session.
2. Spring Orientation 2011 Schedule
Students should refer to our Pre-Arrival Guide for information on preparing to arrive in the United States.
2. Spring Orientation 2011 Schedule
Emory University is proud that you have chosen to come to our campus and we are happy to provide you with an orientation program that will assist you in maintaining your legal status as a student, adjusting to life in Atlanta, and learning the academic procedures on our campus. Maintaining proper visa status is imperative to your education and your future success, and the ISSP office provides this orientation to inform you of your visa requirements.
Session Date: Friday 21st January 2011 - 8.30am - 12.00pm
Venue: Goizueta Business School Room 301
Session Schedule (*subject to change)
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8.30am |
Registration Breakfast snacks and drinks provided by Goizueta Business School. Students should be prepared to submit their immigration documents for copying at this time. |
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8.45am |
Welcome and Introduction Official welcome from International Student and Scholar Programs and an overview of who we are and what we do. |
| 9.00am |
Practical Matters This session will give basic information on topics such as public transportation, housing, social security numbers, and driver's licenses which will aid in your adjustment to Emory University and the United States. |
| 9.50am |
Break |
| 10.00am |
F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Immigration Session This session will explain how to maintain your visa status and provide travel information for non-immigrants. |
| 11.00am |
F-1/J-1 Employment Session This session will cover regulations regarding employment opportunities for F-1/J-1 status holders. |