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University of Michigan International Center Serves international community, facilitates intercultural and international education, and fosters a global campus community.
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08/07/2024

Meet more of our Summer Orientation Peer Advisers today!

👉Peer advisor: Dicle Taskin
Hometown: Ankara, Turkey
Degree level: Doctoral
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: Watching movies at the Michigan Theater!

👉Peer advisor: Eva Hayes Whelan
Hometown: Dublin, Ireland
Degree level: Undergraduate
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: I love finding new spots on campus to get smoothies and tea.

08/07/2024

Meet more of our Summer Orientation Peer Advisers today!

👉Peer advisor: Zhuo (Zoe) Li
Hometown: Beijing, China
Degree level: Undergraduate
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: Argo Park Kayak!

👉Peer advisor: Mariana Martinez
Hometown: Florida, Miami, and Bogota, Colombia
Degree level: Undergraduate
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: Go on walks in the Arb and downtown!

08/06/2024

Meet two of our Summer Orientation Peer Advisers today!

👉Peer advisor: Jasper (Po-An) Hsieh
Hometown: Taipei, Taiwan
Degree level: Masters
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: Watch movies at the State Theater. 🎬

👉Peer advisor: Adya Jatia
Hometown: Kolkata, India
Degree level: Undergraduate
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: Get Boba with friends! 🧋

08/06/2024

Let’s start to meet our Summer Orientation Peer Advisers! Our Summer Orientation Peer Advisers will staff an in-person Welcome Desk starting on August 12. All international students are welcome to come and ask questions.

👉Peer advisor: Timilehin Ayelagbe
Hometown: Ibadan, Nigeria
Degree level: Doctoral
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: I love to go sightseeing. 🏞️

👉Peer advisor: Mohamed Elrayyes
Hometown: Gaza, Palestine
Degree level: Masters
Field of study: Biomedical Engineering
Favorite thing to do in Ann Arbor: Exploring new restaurants never fails! 🍴

08/05/2024

Explore Ann Arbor with us! Introducing popular eateries, parks, museums and more!

08/05/2024

Join us to learn all about transportation options and getting around in Ann Arbor!

08/05/2024

Join on Tuesday, August 6 at 10 AM to learn how to use the University's required health insurance (the International Student/Scholar Health Insurance Plan). You'll learn how and where to obtain medical treatment if you need it and how to avoid unnecessary expenses by understanding how this health insurance works!

This is a part of the Summer 2024 Orientation Workshop sessions. Register Here: https://loom.ly/2GAniB0

08/04/2024

Join the U-M English Language Institute (ELI) for a virtual session to learn about ELI courses and other resources to support undergraduate students who speak English as an additional language on Tuesday, August 6 at 9 AM. This is a part of the Summer 2024 Orientation Workshop sessions. Register Here: https://loom.ly/L11ohp4

08/03/2024

Join us to learn all about managing money and budgeting in UMich!

08/03/2024

Join us to learn all about on-campus employment at UM!

07/31/2024

Learn about experiences in these roles from current international students!

07/31/2024

Join us to learn all about how to get a driver's license and buy a car!

07/30/2024

Be gone moving stress! Join us to learn how to set up your second home at UMich!

07/30/2024

Join us to learn all about Canvas, U-M's learning management system, and Wolverine Access, your online U-M portal!

07/29/2024

Making new friends might be daunting, but we are here to help. Join us to learn all about campus involvement and connecting with the UM community!

07/29/2024

Join us to learn how to collaborate and communicate with UMich faculty during your time here!

07/27/2024

Join us to learn about expectations of students and faculty in the American education system!

07/27/2024

Join us to learn all about shopping for groceries, clothes, textbooks, etc!

07/26/2024

Join us to learn all about dating in the U.S., healthy relationships, and sexual misconduct awareness!

07/26/2024

Welcome, New International Students!!!

Did you know that the International Center organizes a wide variety of orientation events, workshops, and resources throughout July and August to help you navigate your journey at U-M? These include:

- Virtual and in-person presentations on a wide range of topics related to life in Ann Arbor and at U-M.
- A Canvas Course with resources, videos, and slides from presentations
- Blog posts and YouTube videos created by Peer Advisors (coming soon!)
- Welcome Desk offering in-person office hours (starting the week of Monday, August 12)
- In-person social events, like tours of Central and North campuses, hiking in the Arb, a visit to Kerrytown and the Farmer’s Market and more (Registration details coming soon!)
- An event series for spouses and partners of international students.

Don't miss these opportunities! You will learn how to make your transition to U-M as smooth as possible while also making new friends, meeting U-M staff, and learning about resources available to you!! Learn more here: https://loom.ly/mcE_fcQ

07/26/2024

Join us to learn more about staying healthy both mentally and physically during your studies!

07/12/2024

And that's a wrap!! In partnership with local U-M alumni associations, many outstanding U-M student leaders, , , and others, the International Center hosted 6 in-country Pre-Departure Orientation programs for newly admitted international students this spring and summer. Programs were held in Taipei, Seoul, New Delhi, Mumbai, Shanghai, and Beijing and provided uniquely tailored orientation sessions to more than 600 students plus their family members. Thank you to the teams who made these programs possible, and WELCOME to our new Wolverines from around the globe! We are so excited for you to join the U-M family this year! Go Blue! 〽️

05/15/2024

The IC is continuing our soccer games throughout the summer! Join us tomorrow from 5 - 7 PM at Mitchell Field. We hope to see you there!

05/06/2024

This session is intended for international students and scholars in F-1 and J-1 status. Permanent residency authorizes a foreign national to work in the U.S. indefinitely. Topics covered in the workshop include basic eligibility requirements and specific procedures.

Register here: https://loom.ly/DIOZDs8

04/30/2024

🎓Happy graduation! The International Center is excited to celebrate the academic achievement of our international graduates this year. We hope that graduating international students will join us for a reception in the South Lounge of the Michigan Union (first floor, across from Sweetwater’s) to enjoy a few treats and pick up a graduation cord!

Register here: https://loom.ly/t2JTAkQ

04/16/2024

🍴Take a break as finals are kicking in! Join our April's International Student Lunch Conversation (ISLC)! ISLC is a casual time and space for international students to connect with each other and talk about life as an international student in the U.S. and at U-M.
👉April's ISLC will take place at the Hatcher Graduate Library’s Gallery Event Space from 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Lunch will be provided!

Register here: https://loom.ly/AN6VjGA

04/15/2024

3, 2, 1, Action! Dive into the warmth of home-cooked dishes, the joy of beaming smiles, and the comfort of fluffy friends at MEAL @ Michigan! Stay tuned and join us for the cross-cultural exchange for each fall & winter semester!

04/15/2024

Want to know more about H-1B visa? This session is designed for international students and scholars who are interested in learning about basic eligibility requirements and specific procedures for H-1B visas. We will be open for questions if you have any near the end of the session.
Register here: https://loom.ly/9bq-jfY

04/12/2024

⚽️Come play another pick-up soccer game with the IC! The game will be played indoors at the Sports Coliseum on a hard court (much like futsal). This will be a very casual game and is meant for meeting other international students and scholars.
🎽We recommend bringing athletic clothing, gym shoes, and a water bottle. See you there!

04/11/2024

Traveling as a student can be an amazing experience, but it can also be challenging if you're not well-prepared. This presentation will provide a general guide to help you prepare for smart and safe travel. Key points will include what to pack, transportation options, finding accommodation, budgeting, and more.

Register here: https://loom.ly/9voF3MM

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515 E Jefferson Street
Ann Arbor, MI
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Website

http://www.internationalcenter.umich.edu/

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Videos

MEAL @ Michigan is actively accepting applications for hosts! This program is a valuable opportunity for U-M faculty and staff to host international students at their homes for an evening of dinner and conversation. Check out this reel to hear from past hosts, Janelle and John, about their favorite experiences from MEAL @ Michigan! Apply by March 1st to join as a host for Winter 2024!

It's almost 2024! As our calendars turn their pages towards 2024, we want to invite you to embrace the New Year's spirit of renewal and hope. The U-M and the International Center will be taking a holiday hiatus from 3 P.M. on December 22nd, 2023 - January 1st, 2024. As we hibernate during the break, we'll also be refueling our spirits. We will reopen our office on January 2nd, 2024, at 8:30 A.M., see you after break! In the meantime, enjoy this beautiful season, and we wish you a happy new year!🎉 #beautifulseason #thenewyear #renewal

Curious about dating in the United States? Not sure what the cultural norms and what traditions are common? Come hear from IC Peer Advisors about dating in the U.S. and their advice for approaching a potential date safely and respectfully. Register here: https://sessions.studentlife.umich.edu/login?r=/track/event/session/53889