• International flags next to a map of the world

    Center for International Education

  • An international experience opens the door to more choices. It introduces language acquisition, career options, new kinds of learning, new cultures, and new people. Â鶹ӳÏñ´«Ã½hb University’s Center for International Education (CIE) supports students toward international opportunities as they strive to become democratic citizens in a global environment.

    We’re here to give them the world. 

  • International Orientation Schedule - Fall 2024

    Tuesday, August 13

    5:00 p.m.Pick up at Chicago O'HareMcDonalds Near Terminal 5Ìý
    10:00 p.m.Arrive at Â鶹ӳÏñ´«Ã½hbThe Woods/Res HallsÌý
    Ìý- Get Connected to Wi-FiÌýÌý
    Ìý- Confirm you have everything you need in your room for the first nightÌýÌý

    Wednesday, August 14

    9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Welcome BreakfastCIE (UC 122)Meet your volunteers at 9:00 a.m.
    10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Meet with Information Technology: Validate, I.D.s, EmailCIE (UC 122)IMPORTANT: Bring your laptop, phone & chargers
    12 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m.Donations, Walmart & TB TestingÌýCheck your small group schedule
    5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.ÌýDinner*CafeteriaÌý
    6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Moving Night at The Woods Theatre*The Woods OfficeÌý

    Thursday, August 15

    8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast*CafeteriaÌý
    9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.The Woods Lease Signing & Campus ToursThe Woods OfficeCheck your small group schedule
    11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.On Campus Employment - Tanya VaughnCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.U.S. Classroom Expectations - Carrie TrimbleCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Paying your Bills & The Woods Utilities - Sandy Renfro & BrianaCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Get to know Â鶹ӳÏñ´«Ã½hb's Campus - Scavenger HuntÌýÌý
    3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Visit Downtown Decatur (set up a U.S. bank account)*ÌýÌý

    Friday, August 16

    8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast*CafeteriaÌý
    9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.New I-20 & Required Paperwork; Navigating MoodleCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Living with Roommates - Nicole DeLiberisCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Library Resources - Matt OlsenCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Safety with Drugs & Alcohol - Chris Ballard (Play Tea Video)CIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Office of the Registrar - Lisa HillCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Your Goals at Â鶹ӳÏñ´«Ã½hb - Vision BoardCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Student Success Center - Carrie PiersonCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    Before 4:00 p.m.Get your TB test readHealth CenterÌý
    6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.ÌýPool Party & BBQ*The Woods ClubhouseHosted by ISO

    Saturday, August 17

    8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast*CafeteriaÌý
    9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.YogaThe QuadYoga matts will be provided
    10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.F-1 Visa Regulations & KahootCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.I-94, SEVIS Check-In Form & PrintingCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Human Bingo; Q&A with current studentsCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.International Friendship Family ProgramCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.ÌýDinner*CafeteriaÌý

    August 18 - August 25

    New Student Welcome Week!
    Your attendance is required!

    Monday, August 26

    Good Luck on your First Day of Classes!

  • CIE by the Numbers

    • 116

      Students

    • 35

      Countries

    • 75+

      Organizations & Clubs

  • International Student Services

    International ApplicantInternational Student HandbookTraveling outside of the U.S.International Student Employment

  • International Student Services