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WELCOME TO UW-LA CROSSE
International Education & Engagement (IEE) at the University of
Wisconsin-La Crosse welcomes you to our campus and diverse
community. We strive to promote inter-cultural communication and
exchange as well as developing cross-cultural understanding through
transformational programs and experiences on a global scale. IEE’s
vision is to support UW-La Crosse’s commitment to comprehensive
internationalization by working collaboratively to infuse global and
comparative perspectives on campus, in the community and through
our international partnerships.
Our office is a key point of contact for the international community.
Please feel free to approach a staff member with any concerns you may
have during your time in La Crosse. If we are not the right people to
assist you, we will connect you with the appropriate people to better
help you.
Welcome and we hope your experience is transformational.
Sincerely,
International Education & Engagement
Fred, Yoo Mee, Diane, Miranda, Susan, Kabee, Callie and Allie
UWL Students will be available to accompany
new students to lunch and dinner during
arrival days on Monday, January 18 and
Tuesday, January 19, 2016. Please meet the
students in the lobby of Eagle Hall at noon
for lunch and 6 p.m. for dinner. You will be
expected to purchase your own meal during
these times.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
International Education & Engagement
1209 Centennial Hall
1725 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601 USA
Email: international@uwlax.edu
Phone number: +001.608.785.8016
Fax number: +001.608.785.8923
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Visit us online at www.uwlax.edu/iee
Arrivals – January 18 & 19, 2016
TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2016
8:00 p.m.
Mandatory Residence Hall Meetings
Eagle and Reuter Res Hall Lobby
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2016
8:00 a.m.
8:15-8:45 a.m. 8:45 a.m.-Noon 9:00 a.m.-Noon 10:30 a.m.-Noon 12:15-1:15 p.m. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1:30-4:00 p.m. 2:00-3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Meet in Residence Hall Lobby
Breakfast ESL Exam Immigration Check-In (bring passport, I-20/DS-2019)
Welcome Activities
Lunch Oral ESL Exam
Immigration Check-In (bring passport, I-20/DS-2019)
Welcome Activities
Leave Eagle Hall for Shopping Trip and Dinner
1209 Centennial Hall
1209 Centennial Hall
1209 Centennial Hall
Port O’Call
Port O’Call
1209 Centennial Hall
Port O’Call
THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016
8:00 a.m.
8:15-9:00 a.m.
9:00-10:30 a.m.
9:00-10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.-Noon Noon-1:00 p.m. 1:15-2:30 p.m. 2:45-3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Meet in Residence Hall Lobby
Breakfast
F-1 Staying in Status and Health
Insurance Presentation
J-1/Exchange Student Session and
Health Insurance Presentation
Campus Tour
Lunch Technology Presentation Resource Presentations
Campus Police Presentation
Group Dinner
6:30 p.m.
Meet in residence hall lobby to walk to Recreation Eagle Center (REC) for tour and play
1300 Centennial Hall (Cameron Hall of Nations)
1300 Centennial Hall (Cameron Hall of Nations)
1234 Centennial Hall
1300 Centennial Hall (Cameron Hall of Nations)
WING 6
1300 Centennial Hall (Cameron Hall of Nations)
1300 Centennial Hall (Cameron Hall of Nations)
TBD
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2016
8:00 a.m.
8:15-8:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
9:00-10:00 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Meet in Residence Hall Lobby
Breakfast ESL Results
Textbook Rental
Student Billing & IT Questions
Bus leaves for Banking Session/Lunch 9:00 p.m. Residence Hall Welcome Back Event
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
Meal plan starts with dinner 4:30 to 8 p.m.
1209 Centennial Hall
1209 Centennial Hall
1209 Centennial Hall
1209 Centennial Hall
1209 Centennial Hall
Eagle Hall Global Village
ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
GLOBAL BUDDY PROGRAM
Connecting international and domestic students across campus.
Sign up online at www.uwlax.edu/International-Education/Get-involved
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AWARENESS THROUGH PERFORMANCE — Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Sunday, January 24 ­— 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m..
Thursday, April 7 — 6:00 p.m.
WELCOME SOUP SUPPER- HOSTED BY L.F.I.S. (La Crosse Friends of International Students)
Thursday, January 28, 2016 — 5:00 p.m.
Faith Lutheran Church - 1407 Main St, La Crosse, WI 54601
RES LIFE WELCOME BACK SOCIAL
Friday, January 29, 2016 — 8:00 p.m. | Eagle Hall Basement
STUDY ABROAD FAIR — Wednesday, February 10 — 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Port O’Call, Cartwright Center
CULTURAL COFFEE HOUR — Enjoy free coffee, tea and conversation.
Tuesday’s in the 1300 Centennial Hall (Cameron Hall of Nations)
February 16 — 5:00 p.m.
April 12 — 5:00 p.m.
March 9 — 5:00 p.m.
April 26 — 5:00 p.m.
March 28 — 5:00 p.m.
W
IEE MEET AND GREET
OTHER HELPFUL LINKS:
Saturday, February 27 — 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 20 — 4:00 p.m.
STUDENT LIFE OFFICE
www.uwlax.edu/student-life
SPRING BREAK — March 12 - 20, 2016
51ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL BANQUET
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
STUDENT SUCCESS
www.uwlax.edu/student-success/
FINALS WEEK — May 9 - 13, 2016
MYORGS
https://uwlmyorgs.collegiatelink.net
RECREATIONAL SPORTS
www.uwlax.edu/recsports
UNIVERSITY EVENTS CALENDAR
www.uwlax.edu/Events-Calendar
UWL ATHLETICS
www.uwlathletics.com
New International
Student Orientation
Wednesday, Jan 20 -Friday, Jan. 22, 2016
www.uwlax.edu/iee