INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

ORIENTATION AGENDA &

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE FOR PARENTS
FALL 2014
Office of International Education, University of Richmond



Dr. Joseph Hoff, Interim Dean of International Education
Ms. Shani Buchholz, Assistant to the Deans of International Education
Ms. Kim Cressy, Special Assistant to the Interim Dean of International Education
Ms. Krittika Onsanit, Director of International Student, Scholar & Internship Services
Ms. Diana Trinh, International Student Advisor
Ms. Michele Cox, Director of Study Abroad
Mr. Chris Klein, Associate Director of Study Abroad
Ms. Abby Ward, Study Abroad & Project Manager
Ms. Amy Bergmann, Study Abroad Advisor
Ms. Jennifer Stevens, Administrative Coordinator


Sunday, August 17


TIME: EVENT: BUILDING/# on map:
9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.


Housing Check-In Office of Undergraduate Housing
Whitehurst/Building 51
5:30 -7:00 p.m. Dinner with your OA group You MUST bring your meal coupon
from housing check-in at Whitehurst. Please be seated by 6 p.m.
Heilman Center Dining Hall North
Dining Room #3/Building 34


7:00 10:00 p.m. Shopping at Target at Willow Lawn Shopping Center (OPTIONAL)
University vans & shuttles depart from the lower level entrance
of Tyler Haynes Commons. Please wear your orientation T-Shirt.

Tyler Haynes Commons/Building 4

9:00 10:00 p.m. Improvisational Comedy Show (OPTIONAL)
(in combination with UR pre-semester programs)
Tyler Haynes Commons Alice
Haynes Room, 1
st
floor/Building 4

10:00 11:00 p.m. DJ Dance Party (OPTIONAL)
(in combination with UR pre-semester programs)
Tyler Haynes Commons Pier &
Current Game Room, 1
st

floor/Building 4

Monday, August 18


TIME: EVENT: BUILDING/# on map:
7:00 9:30 a.m. Breakfast is available during these hours
Starting today you MUST bring your Spider Card if you have a meal plan
or pay cash if you dont-OIE will NOT pay for your meals.
Heilman Center Dining
Hall/Building 34



8:30-11:00 a.m. Student Health Center appointments for students who require
TB screening/testing or other vaccinations, or to submit
documentation for completion of their immunization records.

Special Programs Building,
1
st
floor/Building 31
9:00 11:30 a.m. Orientation Registration **Nonimmigrant Visa Holders - Please bring
your passport, I-94 card if issued, and I-20 (F-1 visa holders), DS-2019 (J -1
visa holders) or other documents proving your nonimmigrant status.
Carole Weinstein International
Center International
Commons/Building 52


11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. WELCOME LUNCH Please be seated by 12:15 p.m. Heilman Center Dining Hall North
Dining Room #3/Building 34


1:30 4:30 p.m.

Student Health Center appointments for students who require
TB screening/testing or other vaccinations, or to submit
documentation for completion of their immunization records.

Special Programs Building,
1
st
floor/Building 31
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. One Card Services, Undergraduate Student Housing, Telecom Services,
Information Services & Recreation & Wellness Center (OPTIONAL)
These offices will be available to handle student inquiries on a walk-in basis.
Visit One Card for your permanent ID, Housing for any housing issues,
Information Services for email account and networking issues, Telecom for
cell phone plans & Recreation & Wellness Center for athletic facility tours.
One Card Services Heilman
Center/Building 34; Housing -
Whitehurst/Building 51;
Information Services & Telecom-
J epson Hall/Building 17; Weinstein
Center for Recreation & Wellness/23d

1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Hourly Campus Tours (OPTIONAL) International OAs will give
hour-long campus tours at 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Please wear
comfortable walking shoes.

University Forum/outdoor area 54
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Shopping at Target at Willow Lawn Shopping Center (OPTIONAL)
University vans & shuttles depart from the lower level entrance of
Tyler Haynes Commons. Please wear your orientation T-Shirt.

Tyler Haynes Commons/Building 4


5:30 7:00 p.m. Picnic Dinner with Roadmap to Success and Multicultural Affairs
pre-semester programs

Weinstein Center for Recreation &
Wellness/23d

7:00 10:00 p.m. Shopping at Target at Willow Lawn Shopping Center (OPTIONAL)
University vans & shuttles depart from the lower level entrance of
Tyler Haynes Commons. Please wear your orientation T-Shirt.

Tyler Haynes Commons/Building 4

7:00 8:30 p.m. Talent Show (OPTIONAL) Share your special talent or watch other
peoples talents with the Multicultural Affairs pre-orientation program.

Tyler Haynes Commons Room
305/Building 4

Tuesday, August 19


TIME: EVENT: BUILDING/# on map:
7:00 8:45 a.m. Breakfast is available during these hours Heilman Center Dining
Hall/Building 34


9:00 9:45 a.m. How to Have a Successful Cross-Cultural Experience in the U.S.
Dr. J oseph Hoff, Interim Dean, Office of International Education

Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A
10:00 10:45 a.m.

Immigration Issues for F and J Visa Holders - How to Maintain Your
Status in the U.S. (for F-1 & J-1 visa holders only)
Ms. Krittika Onsanit, Director of International Student, Scholar & Internship
Services, Office of International Education

Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A
11:00 11:45 a.m.

U.S. Laws & Campus Safety (for Exchange & Visiting Students & TAs
Only) Officer Angie Dubose, University Police
Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A

12:00 12:45 p.m. Lunch Heilman Center Dining
Hall/Building 34


1:00 2:00 p.m. Staying Healthy at UR Student Health Center, Counseling and
Psychological Services (CAPS) & International Health Insurance Plan
Student Health Center & CAPS staff, University Health Services
Mr. Daryl Trawick, Trawick International

Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A

2:00 2:15 p.m. UR Transportation Center Services
Ms. Natalia Green, Director, Parking Services

Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A
3:29 7:32 p.m. Explore Richmond on the GRTC #16 city bus with your OA group
You MUST bring your Spider Card & GRTC transit pass in your orientation
folder with assigned transportation times, destinations, map and schedules.

Transportation Center, Tyler
Haynes Commons, lower level
entrance/Building 4

Wednesday, August 20


TIME: EVENT: BUILDING/# on map:
7:00 8:45 a.m. Breakfast is available during these hours Heilman Center Dining
Hall/Building 34


9:00 9:45 a.m. Campus Diversity, Civic Engagement, Chaplaincy, Women Involved in
Living & Learning (WILL) & Jepson School of Leadership Studies
Dr. Glyn Hughes, Director, Common Ground; Ms. Cassie Price, Community
Initiatives and Program Manager, Bonner Center for Civic Engagement; Ms.
Emily Cobb, Director of Multifaith Initiatives, Chaplaincy; Dr. Holly Blake,
WILL Director & Dr. Kerstin M. Soderlund, Associate Dean for Student &
External Affairs, J epson School of Leadership Studies
Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A


10:00 10:45 a.m. University Registrar Services & Policies
Ms. J ean Creamer, Manager of Registration & Operations, Registrar
Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A



11:00 11:45 am Understanding the U.S. Educational System
Dr. Nuray Grove, Director of ESL Services; Dr. J oe Essid, Director, Writing
Center & Roger Mancastroppa, Associate Director, Academic Skills Center
Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A



12:00 - 12:45 p.m. Lunch Heilman Center Dining
Hall/Building 34

Open Meeting with International Student Advisory Board (ISAB)
All international students are encouraged to meet the new Board members
and learn about this international student consultation & advocacy group.

Carole Weinstein International
Center Commons/Building 52

1:00 1:45 p.m. Meeting with Academic Advisor for Business Exchange Students
Dr. Thomas Coss, Associate Dean, International Business Program &
Ms. Fae Bell, International Business Program & Residencies Coordinator,
Robins School of Business
Queally Hall, Ukrop Auditorium,
1
st
floor/Building 1A

2:00 4:00 p.m.

Course Schedule Changes for Business Exchange Students Only
(OPTIONAL) Business exchange students who need to make
changes to their course schedule will be able to work with Dr. Coss
on an individual, first-come, first-serve basis.


Queally Hall, Center for
International Business Programs,
Suite Q291/Building 1A
7:30 8:30 p.m. President's Welcome for New Students & Families
(for undergraduate 4-year students in the class of 2018 only)
Robins Center Arena/Building 23b



Thursday, August 21


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9:30 10:15 a.m. Honor Council Presentation & Test (for Undergraduate Exchange &
Visiting Students Only)
Richmond & Westhampton Honor Councils

J epson 118/Building 17

10:30 - 11:15 a.m. A Guide to Working in the U.S. for Exchange & Visiting Students
Ms. Leslie Stevenson, Director of Career Development, Office of Alumni &
Career Services

J epson 118/Building 17

11:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m.
Library Tour (for Exchange & Visiting Students & TAs whose
family names begin with A-K only) (OPTIONAL)
Dr. Marcia E. Whitehead, Humanities Librarian, Boatwright Library
Reference Desk, Boatwright
Memorial Library/Building 5



12:15 12:45 p.m. Lunch Heilman Center Dining
Hall/Building 34


1:00 1:45 p.m. Library Tour (for Exchange & Visiting Students & TAs whose
family names begin with L-Z only) (OPTIONAL)
Dr. Marcia E. Whitehead, Humanities Librarian, Boatwright Library

Reference Desk, Boatwright
Memorial Library/Building 5
2:00 5:00 p.m. Registrars Office (for Non-Business Major Exchange &
Visiting Students & TAs only) (OPTIONAL) The Registrars office is
available to work with you on class schedules on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Brunet Hall/Building 18
Friday, August 22


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12:00 5:00 p.m. UR Downtown tour with your OA group (for Exchange & Visiting
Students & TAs only) Please refer to the information in your orientation
folder for your shuttle departure time from campus and itinerary.

Transportation Center, Tyler
Haynes Commons, lower level
entrance/Building 4





Orientation Schedule for Parents
Monday, August 18


Parents of international students are welcome to attend the following programs organized by the
Roadmap to Success pre-semester program.

8:309 a.m. Continental Breakfast, Booth Lobby, Modlin Center (Building 50 on map)

910 a.m. Welcome and Introduction to a Richmond Education
Edward L. Ayers, President
J acquelyn Fetrow, Provost
Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall (Building 38)

10:0010:30 a.m. Welcome and Introduction to Student Life
Steve Bisese, Vice President for Student Development
Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall

10:3011:00 a.m. Academic Advising at Richmond
Libby Gruner, Associate Dean of Arts & Sciences
Director, Academic Advising Resource Center
Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall

11:0011:15 a.m. Break with refreshments and snacks
Booth Lobby, Modlin Center

11:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. Coordinate College Welcome and Introduction:
J oe Boehman, Dean of Richmond College, Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall
J uliette Landphair, Dean of Westhampton College, Alice J epson Theatre, Modlin Center

1:30-2:30 p.m. A Conversation: The University of Richmond and the International Student

International students figure prominently in the Universitys strategic plan. The University has structures in place to
provide services for international students and to help facilitate their transition from home to the U.S. culture and
educational system. Parents will have an opportunity to ask questions and to discuss their concerns and interests.

Location: International Commons, Carole Weinstein International Center/Building 52
Presenters: Ms. Krittika Onsanit, Director of International Student, Scholar & Internship Services, Office of
International Education & Mrs. Marilyn Hesser, Senior Associate Director, Office of Admission

2:30-3:30 Campus Tour for Parents
Departure Location: International Commons, Carole Weinstein International Center/Building 52

Parents are responsible for paying for their own meals on campus during orientation.




International Student Health Issues

If your student health record is incomplete, you will receive a notice at orientation check-in on
Sunday, August 17th to go to one or more Student Health Center appointments. This is
mandatory so that you will comply with the Universitys health requirements. Please go to these
appointments even if you must miss other sessions and activities. Please bring your appointment
sheet with you to the Health Center.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
FALL 2014

Sunday, August 17

Improvisational Comedy Show & DJ Dance Party
Come to a FREE comedy show and dance party in the Tyler Haynes Commons Alice Haynes
Room & Pier & Current Game Room with new students from the Roadmap to Success,
Multicultural Affairs, WC Outdoor Adventure and RC Appalachian Trail Challenge pre-semester
programs.

Monday, August 18

Picnic Dinner
J oin the Roadmap to Success and Multicultural Affairs orientation groups for a picnic dinner at
the Weinstein Center for Recreation & Wellness for a fun evening of food, games, and sports at
URs main recreational facility. This is a mandatory event that is free of charge.

Tuesday, August 19

How to Have a Successful Intercultural Experience in the U.S.
This session will explore intercultural values and differences in social relationships and academic
expectations that international students may experience while studying in the U.S.

Immigration Issues for F-1 and J-1 visa holders - How to Maintain Your Status in the U.S.
F-1 and J -1 students will learn about maintaining their student status in the U.S. and regulations
and procedures for studying, traveling, and working on and off campus.

U.S. Laws & Campus Safety
A UR Police officer will provide safety advice and regulations to follow at the University and in
the U.S. Students will learn about U.S. laws for alcohol consumption, drug use, and driving.
Definitions of crimes such as theft, sexual assault, and harassment will be given as well as civil
rights and legal protections.

Staying Healthy at UR Student Health Center, Counseling and Psychological Services
(CAPS) & International Health Insurance Plan
Staff from the Student Health Center and CAPS will explain their services and policies.
Students will also learn about the U.S. health care system, how to use the UR international
student health insurance plan, and the plans benefits and exclusions.

UR Transportation Center Services
UR has a comprehensive system of cars, shuttles & buses to transport students around campus
and to the city of Richmond. Learn about the different transportation options & how to use them.

Explore Richmond on the GRTC Route 16 city bus with your OA group
Students will ride the bus from campus with their OA group to an urban area with the option of
either taking the bus roundtrip back to campus without stopping or exploring the surrounding
area and attractions with their group and coming back to campus on the bus, connecting UR
shuttle, or on their own. Students assigned bus departure times and destinations, GRTC transit
passes, maps & schedules are in their orientation folders. Students should also bring their Spider
Card in case they want to ride a UR shuttle back to campus. OIE will NOT pay for any
transportation, entertainment, sightseeing, or other expenses associated with this outing.

Wednesday, August 20

Campus Diversity, Civic Engagement, Chaplaincy, Women Involved in Living & Learning
(WILL) & Jepson School of Leadership Studies
Representatives from the Office of Common Ground, Bonner Center for Civic Engagement,
University Chaplaincy, Women Involved in Living & Learning, and the J epson School of
Leadership Studies will talk about campus resources for diversity & inclusion, volunteerism and
civic engagement, spiritual life, and academic programs in womens and leadership studies.

University Registrar Services & Policies
The University system of units and credits, the grading scale, the educational privacy act,
transcripts, course registration, and class & examination schedules will be explained.

Understanding the U.S. Educational System
Staff from the Writing Center, Academic Skills Center, and ESL Services will discuss faculty
expectations and academic support to assist students with writing, academic & language skills.

Open Meeting with International Student Advisory Board (ISAB)
ISAB is a bridge from the international student community to OIE and other University
departments. Meet the new Board members and learn how they can represent you at UR.

Thursday, August 21

Honor Council Presentation & Test for Undergraduate Exchange & Visiting Students
Honor Council members will explain the Universitys honor system, including expectations and
sanctions for honor code violations. All exchange students except for LAW and MBA students
are required to take this exam during international student orientation.

A Guide to Working in the U.S. for Exchange & Visiting Students
Career Services staff will discuss job search preparation and strategies for working in the U.S. as
an international exchange student, both during and after your exchange program. Topics such as
resume writing, interviewing skills, networking, and resources for job listings will be covered.

Boatwright Library Tour for Exchange & Visiting Students & Teaching Assistants
Exchange & visiting students and teaching assistants will have the opportunity to take a guided
tour of the University's main library. The tour will include an explanation of the resources
available, including the curriculum materials center.

Friday, August 22

UR Downtown tour (for Exchange & Visiting Students & TAs only)
UR Downtown is a University resource located in downtown Richmond that connects UR with
the Greater Richmond community. Students will ride the UR Downtown shuttle with their OA
group, tour the facility, and visit a nearby attraction. Students will have the option of going out
downtown afterward and coming back to campus on their own at their own expense.