International Undergraduate Student Orientation is hosted by International Students and Scholars (ISS) to welcome new international students to campus, connect to local resources, and start their journey of belonging at the University of Arkansas!

Please RSVP here!

International Undergraduate Welcome Day – Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Union Verizon Ballroom

• University welcome from Graduate School and International Education (GSIE), International Students and Scholars (ISS), and campus partners
• Small group breakouts per college with Cross Cultural Mentors (CCMs) 
• Lunch provided by ISS 

• Interactive presentations on Academic Integrity, American Culture, Academic Success Strategies, UA Police Department 
• International Resource Fair with community and campus partners 
• Identity Mixers with domestic students in collaboration with the Multicultural Center and New Student and Family Programs
• Optional: Transportation to Walmart
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International Undergraduate Advising Day – Wednesday, August 14, 2024 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Holcombe Hall

• Meet at Holcombe Hall at 8:30am
• Advising appointments for undergraduate first-time and transfer students
• Lunch provided by ISS
• Library Exploration (mandatory for undergraduate students) 

• Campus Tour
• Optional: Transportation to Walmart

Dinner in an American Home (for International Undergraduate Students) – Saturday, August 17, 2024, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 

• Experience a family meal in an American home 
• Registration required, transportation from campus provided
• Register here (if form is closed, please check back later).

For any questions, please contact us at issworld@uark.edu.