Orientation Information

New International Student Orientation provides useful information about adjusting to life in the US and becoming familiar with campus and immigration requirements. Each semester we provide a specific calendar for new international students.  This calendar will contain information about a series of events for you to attend. The events that are marked “M” are mandatory and you must attend. There are other events that you may choose to attend, as they prove helpful to you. Please note that, if you choose to attend other Texas A&M programs, you should select a date that will be prior to the International Check-In.

During the orientation, you will receive important information about:

• adjusting to life in the US
• understanding university rules, regulations and academic procedures
• maintaining proper immigration status as an international student
• using the university health services and purchasing health insurance
• registering for classes
• accessing TAMU computer resources
• other services available to you on-campus and in the Bryan/College Station community

2008 Agenda
Orientation Agenda for fall 2008 [] * Orientation rooms are often cold. We advise all students to wear layers so that they may be comfortable throughout the program

2008 Calendars
Calendar for Fall 2008 1) Undergraduate (& Transfer Student) [] 2) Graduate Calendar 2008 [] 3) Explanations of Check-In and Orientation Events [] * Please note that dates and times of events are subject to change. We suggest you check back frequently for the most up-to-date information.

In addition, international undergraduate students are required to attend the New Student Conference offered by the Dean of Student Life. The Office of Graduate Studies offers special programs for all new Texas A&M University graduate students. Most departments have orientation programs for new graduate students. For more information, check your department web site.

Orientation Packets – This important information will be useful to all international students upon their arrival to Texas A&M University. Some of this information will be covered in Orientation, however, you may wish to access these resources immediately.

• Orientation Packets
• Orientation Presentations
• Little Maroon Handbook for Graduate Students
• 2008 New Student Handbook
• Gallery
  - 2004 Orientation

• Welcome Party
• Community Dinner for New International Students