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New Student Orientation for Fall 2007: August 15 & 16, 2007 Spring 2008
Welcome letter Download a copy of the new International Students Handbook! Congratulations on your admission to San José State University! The staff of the International Programs and Services Office (IPS) look forward to welcoming you and to helping make your San José experience a productive one. We are planning Orientation sessions for you on Wednesday and Thursday, January 16 & 17, 2008, at the Loma Prieta Room inside the Student Union Building. Both days will begin at 10 a.m. There is no cost for this mandatory International Student Orientation. Students transferring from a U.S. college may attend both days, or come just for the second day. Students who are arriving in the United States for the first time must attend both days. The program will cover topics such as how to complete your immigration transfer from another U.S. institution to SJSU plus immigration regulations pertaining to all international students. In addition, there will be help and instruction about course enrollment and registration procedures; study at SJSU; personal safety, etc. International Student Orientation is a required essential first step in your program at San José State. We strongly urge you to attend these important meetings. It may be your only chance to receive a complete overview of the U.S. regulations that you must follow to remain legally in the U.S., and also the best opportunity to give you a positive head start as you register for your first semester of classes at SJSU. Failure to complete required immigration check-in with IPS at Orientation may put you in violation of your legal F-1 student status. Please be sure to bring your passport and I-20 to complete your required immigration check-in, if you haven't already given them to IPS to copy. Housing in and around San José State can be expensive and difficult to obtain. A good housing option for San José State students is the International House, a residence for 70 students from around the world, including the U.S., located near the campus. Please visit the website at www.sjsu.edu/ihouse for more information. For other campus housing information please check the website http://www.sjsucampusvillage.com. Applying early is essential to locating on-campus housing. Also, waiting until arrival will result in difficulties in locating temporary housing, for which you will find some suggestions on this website. We suggest that you make arrangements before you arrive. If possible, plan to arrive at least 1 week prior to orientation if you need to locate off-campus housing. We are very happy that you have chosen to join San José State University. Please check the IPS website regularly for more information and updates. Sincerely, Helen L. Stevens International Programs and Services offers a 2-3 days orientation that was created in an effort specifically to help prepare international students for living in the United States and attending SJSU. The International Student Orientation is a program that provides a complete overview of the U.S. regulations that must be followed for an international student to remain legally in the U.S. In addition, the orientation provides supplemental information to assist international students with their transition to SJSU. The orientation covers topics such as how to correctly transfer immigration status from another U.S. institution to SJSU and immigration regulations pertaining to both transfer students as well as students who have just arrived in the U.S. In addition, there is an opportunity to learn about course enrollment and registration procedures; living and studying at SJSU; personal safety, etc. The orientation also provides new international students with opportunities to meet other students and staff. Spring 2008 Orientation Schedule:To Check-In, you must bring passport, I-20s, I-94 (See Pre-arrival Info)
Transfer from another U.S. institution
If you haven't completed your transfer, check Transfering to SJSU in the immigration page. International Student Orientation is a required essential first step in your program at San José State. Please confirm your plan to attend the Spring 2008 Orientation. Confirm/Respond online by filling out the Orientation Form (Click here) It is essential that we have such information as your name, your country, your study level, your intended field of study, and any dietary restrictions you may have. While at our website, please take some time to look at the sections on 'Immigration' and 'Things You Can Do Before Orientation'. We recommend that all new & transfering students check the following topics, prepare their questions and try to get some things done before Orientation. Printout the To Do List and go over the things you can do now, and some important dates to remember. Academic advising: Whether you have a major or you are undeclared or unsure, you should meet with an academic advisor Registration & Holds: How to register, schedule and deadlines, and what you need to know about holds. Tips for settling in: getting a student ID card, Banking info, and how to obtain a driving license and or an ID card Medical insurance: International students are required to maintain adequate health insurance throughtout the duration of their studies at the University. Health plans must be approved by the International Programs and Services office. The University offers a comprehensive low cost insurance program through Somerton Student Insurance. From the San Francisco International Airport you may take public transportation to San José State University or to your destination. Caltrain, a Bay Area transit system, is one source of public transportation. You may obtain information from their website at http://www.caltrain.com. From San José International Airport you may also wish to take a van/car shuttle from the airport. From the baggage claim area, go outside to look for SHUTTLE signs. When you see a van shuttle tell the driver where you wish to go. The cost is approximately $20.00 to San José State University. SJSU is located in downtown San José. The campus is bordered by 4th and 10th Streets and San Salvador and San Fernando streets. You may download a map of the campus from the University's website at http://www.sjsu.edu. Additional information may be found at http://www.sjairport.com and at http://www.sanjoseca.gov. The campus is bordered by 4th Street, 10th Street, San Salvador and San Fernando Streets. You may download a map of the campus from the University's website at http://www.sjsu.edu. You can also find additional info @: www.sjsu.edu/inc/content/campus_maps/map.pdf |
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