International Student and Scholar Services

Orientation Dates and Schedule

Mandatory International Student Orientation (ISO)

For All New International Students

All new international students will be assessed a $125 ISO fee regardless of attendance. The US Department of Homeland Security requires that all new international students and scholars check-in and register at their new school. You will be complying with this law by attending the mandatory International Student Orientation (ISO). All new international students on the F-1 or J-1 visas joining Xavier as an Exchange, Graduate, Transfer, or Undergraduate student should plan to arrive early to attend the ISO. As you prepare for your arrival, please view our Pre-arrival Webinar/Information guide.

NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION (ISO)

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Location: Meet in the Smith Hall Atrium (Williams College of Business Building, Ground Floor)

*Informational sessions will be held in Smith Hall, Williams College of Business Building, Ground Floor, Room G28

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9:00 AM: Breakfast

9:30 AM: Welcome

9:40 AM: Understanding Your Visa Status

Overview of F and J visa regulations, CIE programs and services

10:25 AM: Student HUB Presentation

Overview of email, directory, Canvas, self-service, Terra Dotta, academic and event calendars

10:45 AM: International Student Panel

Current international students will be present for a Q&A session

11:15 AM: XU Classroom and Tips for Academic Success

Presented by Margaret Martin, Senior Teaching Professor, Department of Classics and Modern Languages, College of Arts and Sciences

12:00 PM: Lunch Reception (Location: Smith Hall Atrium, Williams College of Business, Ground Floor)

1:00 PM: Title IX Basics

1:30 PM: Xavier Health and Wellness & Health Insurance

Learn about the SHIP, what to do when you get sick, required vaccinations, and how to upload your medical history forms

2:30 PM: Xavier University Police Department

Learn about the Xavier Police Department and safety on and off campus

3:00 PM: Bursar’s Office

Learn how to review your bill and about payment options

3:30 PM: Optional Campus Tour

The tour will leave from the Smith Hall Atrium, Williams College of Business Building, Ground Floor

4:30 PM: Optional Shopping and Dinner with IPMs

Shopping Destinations - Target and Meijer (Grocery, Toiletries, Bed Linens, Housewares, etc.) and Mobile Phone Stores (T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T)

Thursday, August 15, 2024 - Optional Activities

Location: Meet in the Smith Hall Atrium (Williams College of Business Building, Ground Floor)

*Informational sessions will be held in Smith Hall, Williams College of Business Building, Ground Floor, Room G28

10:00 AM: Breakfast

10:30 AM: US Bank Presentation

On-campus bank will present 'Banking Basics for International Students'

11:30 AM: Manresa Check-in

Cintas Center, Main Entrance

11:45 AM: Leave for Factory 52

Excursion to community food court and shopping area

Friday, August 16, 2024 - Optional Activities (For Exchange and Graduate Students)

10:00 AM: Meet at Center for International Education (Gallagher Student Center, Room 230)

10:30 AM: Brunch at Bronte Bistro in the Joseph Beth Bookstore

12:00 PM: Shopping at Rookwood Commons

2:30 PM: Cincinnati Art Museum and Eden Park Overlook

4:30 PM: Return to Campus

Activities and Fun Ideas for the Weekend

Recreational Spaces

Fountain Square (Downtown)
Over-The-Rhine (OTR)
- Findlay Market
- Cincinnati Art Murals
Newport
- Newport on the Levee
- Gameworks
- Newport Aquarium
The Cincinnati Zoo
Hyde Park Farmer's Market
- Sundays - 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Museums

Cincinnati Art Museum (CAM)
Contemporary Art Center (CAC)
Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC)
American Sign Museum
Taft Museum of Art
21C Museum Hotel
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
- Or visit Cincinnati Museums for more!