Fall 2023 International Student Orientation

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

Do you have questions after watching the orientation videos? Join the ISSS advising team for this opportunity to meet the advisors and get answers to your questions.

Presenters: Becky Greenstrom, Erin Provost, Katie Barvinchak, Jackie Murrer, and Lorraine Medionte

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

Come learn the ins and outs of thriving at Binghamton! In this informative session, we will talk about the importance of getting involved outside of the classroom, the best places to look for in-person & virtual involvement opportunities, as well as what clubs, groups and organizations to join and more. We will also discuss tips for adjusting to life in the US and some health and safety reminders.

Presenters: Christina MacDavitt and Becky Greenstrom

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

International student parents and family members are welcome to attend this orientation session to ask any questions they may have!

The offices that will be represented include:
- Dean of Students CARE Team
- Harpur Academic Advising
- International Student and Scholar Services
- New Student Programs
- Residential Life

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

The first step to success is understanding the resources available to you both on and off-campus. In this session, new students will have the opportunity to learn more about U.S. academic expectations and culture while interacting with other participants. Some topics that will be discussed include: tips for success, in-class participation, group work, school/life balance, time management, tutoring, and writing assistance.

Presenter: Dr. Kevin Murphy, Assistant Director, International Education and Global Affairs

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

Join Lorraine Medionte from the ISSS for a conversation about international student health insurance. Information will be available for both funded and non-funded students.

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

Join current students for a walking tour of campus. Learn where to find helpful campus resources such as the Counseling Center, Dean of Student Office, Multicultural Resource Center (MRC), Fleishman Career Center, and more!

Please note that this tour starts at UU120 (University Union, Room 120).

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

Want to learn about attending office hours, how to make friends in the States, where to eat on campus, and/or how to join campus clubs and organizations? Come meet some current international students and ask them questions about their experiences at Binghamton University!

Presenters: [student names to come]
Moderated by: Christina MacDavitt, ISSS Programming Coordinator

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

New students will receive a guided tour from the knowledgeable staff of the Bartle Library. This is a great way to learn about the physical collections and available library resources and services!

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Undergraduate Students

On Wednesday, August 16, the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development will lead a program on making connections. This is a great way to make new friends and to learn about the upcoming Job and Internship Fair!

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - All New International Students

Students will have the opportunity to eat a delicious meal and to learn about the Binghamton University community, meet the staff of ISSS and various university offices, as well as make new friends!

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Do you have questions after watching the orientation videos? Join the ISSS advising team for this opportunity to meet the advisors and get answers to your questions.

Presenters: Becky Greenstrom, Erin Provost, Katie Barvinchak, Jackie Murrer, and Lorraine Medionte

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Come learn the ins and outs of thriving at Binghamton! In this informative session, we will talk about the importance of getting involved outside of the classroom, the best places to look for in-person & virtual involvement opportunities, as well as what clubs, groups and organizations to join and more. We will also discuss tips for adjusting to life in the US and some health and safety reminders.

Presenters: Christina MacDavitt and Becky Greenstrom

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

New students will receive a guided tour from the knowledgeable staff of the Bartle Library. This is a great way to learn about the physical collections and available library resources and services!

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Join current students for a walking tour of campus. Learn where to find helpful campus resources such as the Counseling Center, Dean of Student Office, Multicultural Resource Center (MRC), Fleishman Career Center, and more!

Please note that this tour starts at UU120 (University Union, Room 120).

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

The first step to success is understanding the resources available to you both on and off-campus. In this session, new students will have the opportunity to learn more about U.S. academic expectations and culture while interacting with other participants. Some topics that will be discussed include: tips for success, in-class participation, group work, school/life balance, time management, tutoring, and writing assistance.

Presenter: Dr. Kevin Murphy, Assistant Director, International Education and Global Affairs

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Join Lorraine Medionte from the ISSS for a conversation about international student health insurance. Information will be available for both funded and non-funded students.

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Join current students for a walking tour of campus. Learn where to find helpful campus resources such as the Counseling Center, Dean of Student Office, Multicultural Resource Center (MRC), Fleishman Career Center, and more!

Please note that this tour starts at UU120 (University Union, Room 120).

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

The first step to success is understanding the resources available to you both on and off-campus. In this session, new students will have the opportunity to learn more about U.S. academic expectations and culture while interacting with other participants. Some topics that will be discussed include: tips for success, in-class participation, group work, school/life balance, time management, tutoring, and writing assistance.

Presenter: Dr. Kevin Murphy, Assistant Director, International Education and Global Affairs

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Want to learn about attending office hours, how to make friends in the States, where to eat on campus, and/or how to join campus clubs and organizations? Come meet some current international students and ask them questions about their experiences at Binghamton University!

Presenters: [student names to come]
Moderated by: Christina MacDavitt, ISSS Programming Coordinator

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

Want to learn how to take the public bus? See a local movie theater, supermarket (Walmart), and ice cream shop? Learn more about the area surrounding campus?

Leadership volunteers (volunteers who are continuing students) will then join you on the 3:30pm Bus #47 to travel to the Town Square Mall. Leadership volunteers and participants will then take the 5:05pm Bus #47 back to campus. You should be back to campus by 5:40 pm. Bring your student ID so that you can ride the bus for free.

Fall 2023 International Student Orientation - New Graduate Students

On Tuesday, August 15, the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development will lead a program on making connections. This is a great way to make new friends and to learn about the upcoming Job and Internship Fair!