Fall International Graduate Student Orientation

Welcome to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign! As you prepare for arrival, please review this page and keep the following important dates in mind.

The International Graduate Student Orientation welcomes new international graduate students; assists with acclimation to campus life and culture; and provides an overview of important topics and resources, including maintaining visa status, planning for career success, campus safety, and many more.

Orientation Format & Topics

During the virtual orientation, students will hear from various offices on campus and have the opportunity to ask questions. The tentative schedule is as follows:

Time	Topics
10:00 – 10:05 AM	Welcome
10:05 – 10:25 AM	International Student and Scholar Services
10:25 – 10:40 AM	Graduate College
10:40 – 10:55 AM	University of Illinois Police Department, Counseling Center
10:55 – 11:15 AM	University Library, Writers Workshop, Scholarly Commons, Research Data Service
11:15 – 11:25 AM	Break
11:25 – 11:45 AM	Technology Services, Career Center
11:45 AM – 12:05 PM	University Bursar (Billing & Finances)
12:05 – 12:30 PM	McKinley Health Center, Student Health Insurance
12:30 – 12:35 PM	Closing Comments

Date & Registration

Fall 2024 International Graduate Student Orientation will be held virtually from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Monday, August 19, 2024.

Registration is required to attend. Please click the button below to register for the event.

Social Events

August 20, 2024

Illini Union Fun Night
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Illini Union (1401 W. Green St., Urbana)

Phone and Bank Fair (Day 1)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Illini Union, Pine Lounge (1401 W. Green St., Urbana)

August 22, 2024

Phone and Bank Fair (Day 2)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Illini Union, Pine Lounge (1401 W. Green St., Urbana)

Chancellor’s Welcome Reception
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts (500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana)

Resource Fair
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts (500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana)

Virtual Resource Fair

ISSS is pleased to offer a Virtual Campus Resource Fair! This Box folder includes a wealth of information about our campus partners’ services that you can view at any time. Our campus partners are excited to welcome you to campus!

Parent & Family Programs

Parents and families can stay connected with the Office of New Student and Family Experiences. (NSFE). NSFE sends families a bi-weekly electronic newsletter (known as the E-Update) offers educational resources, and parent weekends. NSFE also provides information through our Facebook page and on Instagram. Learn more on the New Student and Family Experiences website. We also encourage all parents, family members, and friends to review our Resources for Parents and Friends page.

New International Student Orientation Parent & Guest Agenda

Join us for activities and informational sessions specifically designed for parents and families during New International Student Orientation in August.

Date	Parent Event	Time	Location
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024	Parent & Guest Orientation	1:15pm - 5:00pm	Greg Hall, Room 112
	Session 1: Campus Partners	1:15 - 2:45 PM
	Session 2: Campus Involvement	3:00 - 4:00 PM
	Session 3: Academic Expectations	4:00 - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024	Parent Meet & Greet	9:00 - 11:00 AM	Campus Instructional Facility, Room 0035
	Welcome and Mingle	9:00 AM
	Student Panel	9:30 AM
	Optional Campus Tour	10:30 AM
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024	Cultural Centers & Museum Tours (optional)
	Spurlock Museum Tour	2:00 PM	Spurlock Museum
	Krannert Performing Center for the Arts	2:00 PM	Krannert Performing Center for the Arts
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024	Family Sendoff Event	3:00 PM	Anniversary Plaza
Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024	Family Sendoff Event	3:00 PM	Anniversary Plaza