UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
HOW TO OBTAIN A SOCIAL SECURITY CARD/NUMBER
What is a Social Security number?
A Social Security number is intended to accurately record your earnings in this country. International
students in F-1 status have permission to work on campus and are therefore eligible for Social Security
numbers. (Note: there are limitations to this permission -- consult an International Student and Scholar
Advisor for details.) Students or scholars in J-1 status are eligible for Social Security numbers provided
that they have the J-1 sponsor’s permission to work.
Most employees are required to pay a certain percentage of their earnings to the Social Security System
through the Federal Insurance Compensation Act, otherwise referred to as the FICA tax. However, most
F-1 and J-1 employees are usually exempt from the FICA tax.
Note: If you need a Social Security number for any of the reasons listed below but are not eligible for
one, you can apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) at the U-M Payroll Office
(phone number 764-8250). The Payroll Office is located in Room G395 Wolverine Tower-Low Rise,
3003 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1279. You can take AATA bus #36 to Wolverine Tower
free of charge by showing your M-Card to the bus driver. Since the ITIN number itself is not issued by
the Payroll Office, but by the United States government, you will not receive the number
immediately. You may have to wait weeks or even months to receive the number.
Do I need a social security number?
Social Security numbers are needed for:
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Employment: You must have a Social Security number in order to work in the United States.
Therefore, if you plan to work in this country you should apply for a Social Security number.
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Fellowships: If you are going to receive a fellowship or scholarship payment from the University,
you will need a Social Security number or an ITIN (individual taxpayer identification number) if you
are not eligible for a Social Security number.
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms: All students and scholars in F-1 or J-1 status who are nonresident aliens for tax purposes are required to fill out an Internal Revenue Service form every year
even if they have no U.S.-source income. A Social Security number or ITIN (individual taxpayer
identification number) is required on Internal Revenue Service (IRS) forms. For additional
information about these requirements, please consult the International Center.
Social Security numbers are not needed for:
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Registration: It is not necessary to have a Social Security number in order to register for classes.
Students use an eight-digit number called the UM ID number to register for classes.
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Banking: F and J-visa holders do not need a Social Security number to open a bank account or for
most other financial transactions. The bank may ask F and J-visa holders to fill out Internal Revenue
Service form W-8BEN to prove that they are exempt from the requirement of providing a Social
Security number.
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SOCIAL SECURITY CARD INFORMATION, CONTINUED
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Driver's License: Although some states require that you have a Social Security number in order to
obtain a driver's license, the State of Michigan does not have such a requirement. Therefore, you
do not need a Social Security number to obtain a driver's license in Michigan.
How do I apply for a Social Security card?
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To begin, obtain a letter from the International Center on Central Campus.
F-1 Students: The International Center will give you a letter verifying that you are eligible for oncampus employment.
J-1 students or scholars: The International Center can provide a letter to J-1 students or scholars who
are on the University of Michigan's Exchange Visitor program (P-1-142) and have our permission to
work.
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Go to the Federal Building on Liberty Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenues. They are open
weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm. Take the letter from the International Center, your passport, the I-94
form in your passport, and your I-20 form or IAP-66 form with you.
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Complete the Social Security application form, which asks for a mailing address. If you do not yet
have a permanent address in Ann Arbor, then you can use the International Center’s mailing address:
University of Michigan International Center
603 East Madison Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1370.
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Your card will be mailed to you one or two weeks after you apply for it. You may be able to obtain
your Social Security number by phone a few days after applying for it. For further information, call 1800-772-1213.
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Once you receive a Social Security number, please notify the Registrar’s Office at 1524 Literature,
Science & Arts (LS&A) Building or 1212 Pierpont Commons (North Campus). You will need to
bring your Social Security card with you to change your record.
PLEASE NOTE: If your employment (eg. your position as a GSI, GSRA, etc.) begins before your
receive your Social Security Card, please ask for a receipt from the Social Security Office. When
your department gives you employment forms to fill out, give the receipt to the department administrator
together with the employment forms.
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ANN ARBOR BANKS
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National City Bank (www.nationalcity.com)
Central Campus Address: 1100 S. University
North Campus Address: 2901 Plymouth
Tel.: 995-7830
Tel.: 995-7870
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Comerica (www.comerica.com)
Central Campus Address: 777 N. University
North Campus Address: 2665 Plymouth
Tel.: 1-800-643-4418
Tel.: 1-800-643-4418
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TCF Bank (www.tcfbank.com)
Central Campus Address: 401 E. Liberty
North Campus Address: 2701 Plymouth
Tel.: 213-2265
Tel.: 213-2265
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Key Bank (www.key.com)
Central Campus Address: 100 S. Main
 North Campus Address: 2421 Plymouth
Tel.: 741-6582
Tel.: 327-7000
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Bank One (www.bankone.com)
Central Campus Address: 125 S. Main
 North Campus Address: 3500 Plymouth
Tel.: 995-8155
Tel.: 995-8090
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UM Credit Union (www.umcu.org)
Central Campus Address: 333 E. William
Tel.: 662-8200
North Campus Address: Pierpont Commons 2101 Bonisteel Tel.: 662-8200 (ext. 4300)
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Standard Federal Bank (www.standardfederalbank.com)
Central Campus Address: 201 S. Main
Tel.: 747-7600
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Ann Arbor Commerce Bank (www.annarborcommerce.com)
2950 S. State St.
Tel.: 887-3100
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Bank of Ann Arbor (www.bankofannarbor.com)
Central Campus Address: 125 S. Fifth
North Campus Address: 2649 Plymouth
Tel.: 662-1600
Tel.: 662-3800
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Flagstar Bank (www.flagstarbanking.com)
Central Campus Address: 413 E. Huron
North Campus Address: 2001 Commonwealth Blvd.
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University Bank (www.university-bank.com)
959 Maiden Lane
Tel.: 663-9699
Tel.: 994-7800
Tel.: 741-5858
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BANK INFORMATION, TERMS & EXPLANATIONS
Credit Unions: Credit Unions are different from banks because they may have lower fees and higher interest rates for
checking and savings accounts. They may also offer car loans and credit cards with lower interest rates than other banks.
Automated Teller Machine (ATM): You can complete many transactions at an ATM—cash withdrawals, deposits, and
transfers between checking and savings accounts. You can also view your account balance. This is free at your own bank
and its branches, but you will incur a $1.50 - $2.50 charge from your bank AND the other bank when you use another
bank’s ATM. You will need an ATM card or a debit card to use the ATM machine. See below for Safety Tips when using
ATMs.
Debit Card (also called Check Card): A debit card is connected to your checking account and is used almost like a
regular credit card (such as MasterCard or Visa), except that the charges made are deducted from your checking account
immediately upon purchase. Your debit card can also be used in the ATM machine. There is no charge for this service,
but there may be a limit on the number of transactions that can be done per month for free. Check with your bank.
Certificate of Deposit (CD): If you will be depositing large sums of money in the bank, CDs have higher interest rates
than regular checking or savings accounts. However, if you withdraw money before the CD matures, a penalty is assessed.
Credit Card: A credit card allows you to charge items without having to pay the costs immediately. A monthly statement
will show the charges made on the card and the amount the cardholder has to pay the credit card company. If the full
amount is not paid by the due date, fees and high interest rates might apply.
Online Banking & Bill Paying: Online banking allows you to visit a secure website to check your bank balance, transfer
funds, etc. As of May 2002, all campus area banks offered online banking, which is usually free. Online bill paying,
however, costs $5-8 per month.
Direct Deposit: Direct Deposit can be used to have your salary directly deposited into your bank from your employer.
There is no charge, but there may be a limit to the number of free direct deposit transactions per month.
Currency Exchange Services: Services to exchange currency are not offered by most banks. However, there is a
currency exchange service at Boersma Travel, located at 12 Nickels Arcade, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, 994-6204. A fee is
charged.
You don't need a Social Security number to open a bank account, but: if your bank asks for a Social Security Number
and you do not have one, fill out Internal Revenue Service (IRS) W-8 BEN Form, which will prove to the bank that you
are exempt from this requirement. The W-8BEN Form is available at banks or on the web at
http://ftp.fedworld.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw8ben.pdf. There is no charge for the form.
Safety Tips when using ATMs
Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) are conveniently located all around Ann Arbor and in some areas of the UM campus.
They are convenient, but you must be cautious when using one. Thefts do occur, usually at night and in poorly lit areas.
You can protect yourself and your property by following these easy tips:
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Choose a well-lit ATM and have someone with you when using the machine at night.
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Stand directly in front of the ATM, so no one can see you enter your personal identification number (PIN).
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Do not keep your PIN in your wallet or with your ATM card. It should be memorized upon receiving it and then
destroyed.
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TELEPHONE SERVICES
LOCAL TELEPHONE SERVICE ON CAMPUS
Residence Halls
The phone in your residence hall room should be in operation when you arrive. The Residence Hall will advise you on
long distance services and how to obtain them. You can also call 763-0252 for more information.
Family Housing
Set up your telephone service (both local and long distance) by calling ITCommunications Services at 763-2000, or by
going to their office in the Arbor Lakes Buildings (Building Two, Floor One, Suite 1400), 4251 Plymouth Road, Ann
Arbor, MI 48105. You can rent a phone from them. Their hours are 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday, for both
telephone calls and walk-ins. Please call first with your question before you visit. More information about rates,
including international rates, is available at http://www.itcom.itd.umich.edu/telephone/famhouse.html.
LOCAL TELEPHONE SERVICE OFF CAMPUS
GETTING A TELEPHONE
You must either rent or buy your own telephone. Inexpensive phones are available at Meijer, Target or Best Buy (for as
little as $10). Should you choose to rent a telephone, you can get one from an AT&T office.
GETTING LOCAL TELEPHONE SERVICE
1) To order phone service, call Ameritech at 1-800-244-4444. It's a good idea to order your phone as soon as you know
your Ann Arbor address.
Before calling, be sure that you have at least two valid pieces of identification such as:
 passport
 birth certificate
 home country identification card
 social security number (The number is used to check your credit history; if you do not have one, explain to
the operator that you are new to the country. Provide your passport number instead.)
 U.S. driver's license or official state identification card
Ameritech may also ask you any one of these general questions:
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Your name, your date of birth and your local address.
Have you had prior service with Ameritech?
What is your social security number? (If you don't have one, tell them the type of identification you are using
and they will ask for those numbers. Hint: it is best to use your passport.)
 What is the name, address and telephone number of a close family member in your home country?
 Where are you employed? (If you are not employed and if you attend classes at the U of M, tell them you are
a student.)
 Who will be providing your long distance service? (You do not have to know for sure.)
 Do you want your number listed in the phone book or not? (An unlisted phone number will cost an extra
$4.95 monthly.)
 Is there a phone number where the company can call or leave a message? (If you don’t have a phone number
that you can give, you can use the International Center’s number, 734-764-9310.)
Do you want extra options such as call waiting (allows you to receive other calls while you are talking on the phone),
caller ID (displays the name and the number of the person calling you), voice mail (functions like an answering
machine, so people can leave you messages when you cannot answer the phone), etc.
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2) Ameritech may ask for additional information. Be prepared to fax the following to the Ameritech Customer
Verification Center at 1-800-668-6613:
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your name.
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a photocopy of your passport photo page and Social Security Card (if available).
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statement saying you are requesting telephone service in the State of Michigan.
Ameritech will use this information to verify its accounts. To request service, call at least 48 hours after you have faxed
this information. Tell them you have already faxed the above information to the Customer Verification Center.
3) Once you have completed all the necessary steps in the process, the operator will tell you your telephone number and
the date it will go in to effect. It usually takes 2 workdays to check references and 1 - 2 days to install, but it could take
longer at busy times of the year.
*Remember you can change the services or plans provided by your local or long distance companies at any time, so you
might want to start with the cheapest plan (e.g. no call-waiting, etc.) and then add more options later if you want them.
LONG DISTANCE SERVICE
Local phone service is arranged through Ameritech, but long distance service is arranged separately. If you are
going to call home often, you will want to choose the company with the best rates for calls to your home country. You
might ask students from your home country for their opinion.
To establish long distance service, call the carrier directly after you have arranged for your local phone service. Verify
that the carrier provides service to your home country or town. Sample carriers are:
AT&T
MCI WorldCom
US Sprint
1-800-222-0300
1-800-444-3333
1-800-877-7746
Typically, long distance carriers offer different calling plans (i.e. plans that offer discount calling rates to certain
countries during certain hours of the day or on weekends). There is usually a monthly fee for a calling plan. International
calling plans (to any country) are also available.
Once you have called a carrier and chosen a plan, ask the long distance carrier to send you a written confirmation
of the calling plan you have requested, which will describe the long distance rates you will pay. Keep the
confirmation for your records. You can change your long distance carrier or cancel your calling plan at any time, for
any reason.
Calling Cards: Calling cards are free when you sign up for service. They have a number that allows you to make calls
from any telephone and bill them to your home telephone account. Please remember that calling card rates are higher.
Pre-paid phone cards: If you need to call home before your phone services are set up, you can purchase a pre-paid phone
card. Some places near campus that sell phone cards are: Decker Drug Store on South State Street (across from Michigan
Book & Supply), the bookstore at the Michigan Union, and Kroger grocery stores.
GETTING A CELLULAR/ MOBILE PHONE
Some students choose to have a cellular phone (cell phone) instead of, or in addition to, their home telephone. There are
two different types of cellular phones: analog (standard) and digital. Analog is good for local calls or if you are getting a
cell phone for use in emergencies. Digital is better for long distance calls that are outside your cell area, but it costs more.
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There are 3 main providers of cellular phones in the Ann Arbor area; call or check their websites to locate a dealer near
you.
Ameritech/Cingular
Verizon Wireless
Sprint PCS
1-866-246-4852; http://www.cingular.com/
1-800-AIRTOUCH or 1-800-247-8682; http://www.airtouch.com/
1-800-480-4PCS or 1-800-480-4727; http://www.sprintpcs.com
OTHER PHONE SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION
DIAL-AROUND SERVICES
These are services that require you to dial a special phone number each time you call. You dial this number first to access
the service, and then you dial the number you are calling. You can check websites, such as
http://1010phonerates.com/intl.html, for more information, or ask other students for their opinions. A few more
websites are listed below.
INTERNATIONAL LONG DISTANCE CALLS
To call a foreign country, you must know that country’s international access code. The code can be found in the Telecom
Guide section of the phone book, or by calling your long distance carrier. Usually you have to dial 011 before the
international access code, but refer to the phone book for exact details.
INFORMATION ON THE WEB
To find more information about various long distance services, including dial-around, check the following websites:
http://abtolls.com
http://www.zaptel.com
http://www.trac.org
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HOW TO GET A DRIVER’S LICENSE OR
PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION CARD
STATE OF MICHIGAN PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION CARD
If you do not need a driver's license, but do need extra identification, you can get a State of Michigan identification (ID)
card at any Michigan Secretary of State office for $7. The identification requirements are the same as the identification
requirements for a driver's license. However, the Secretary of State office will not issue you an ID card if you have a
Michigan driver’s license, a driver's license from another state, or a driver's license from another country.
STATE OF MICHIGAN DRIVER’S LICENSE
In order to get a Michigan driver’s license, you must pass a written test, a road sign test, a vision test, and a road test. The
first step is to prepare for the written test and road sign test by studying the booklet What Every Driver Must Know. This
booklet and other useful information can be found on the Michigan Department of State’s web page
(http://www.michigan.gov/sos). If you are younger than 18, be sure to read the section of What Every Driver Must Know
that describes the special regulations that pertain to you.
THE WRITTEN TEST AND THE ROAD SIGN TEST
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TEST INFORMATION: Go to any Michigan Secretary of State Office to take the written test and road sign test.
(Tests are available in a number of different languages.) You will also be asked to take a vision test.
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LOCATION: The branch offices closest to campus are:
Secretary of State
2720 Washtenaw
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
528-0923
Secretary of State
353 North Maple
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103
665-0627
OR
You can get to the Secretary of State offices by public (AATA) bus; please refer to the AATA bus schedule/ride guide (in
your orientation folder) for the appropriate bus routes, or visit their website at www.aata.org.
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HOURS: 11 am-7 pm Wed. and 9 am - 5 pm other weekdays.
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IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: You will need three pieces of identification. Most international students use
a passport, the visa (inside your passport), and an M-Card. The Identification Requirement sheet (follows this page)
lists other acceptable identification.
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PERMIT FEE: $13.00 (you must pay with cash, check or money order)
THE ROAD TEST
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PRACTICE PERIOD: After you pass the written test and receive a temporary instruction permit, you are required to
wait for a 30-day practice period before taking the road test. However, if you have in your possession a Driver’s
License from your country, the 30-day practice period will be waived. The foreign license must be translated into
English unless the parts of the license that list the name, date of birth, country of issue, issue date, type of
license and expiration date are in English. Please see the second part of the "identification requirements" sheet
(follows this page) for translation guidelines.
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OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROAD TEST: You must also have a passport and a valid registration for the
vehicle to be used in the road test, along with proof of its insurance. The vehicle must be in good mechanical
condition.
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LOCATION: Road tests are given by third party companies certified by the Michigan Department of State. You can
get a listing of these companies from any Secretary of State Office or on their website <http://www.sos.state.mi.us/>.
The state does not regulate fees for the road tests, so be sure to call several places to compare costs.
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After you pass the road test, you will receive your Michigan driver’s license. More information can be found on the
Michigan Department of State’s web page (http://www.michigan.gov/sos). Secretary of State branch office employees are
also able to answer questions or provide further assistance. See locations above.
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IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENT FOR
ORIGINAL DRIVER LICENSE OR PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION CARD
Every individual applying for an original driver license, temporary instruction permit, or personal identification card must
present acceptable identification documents for proof of name and date of birth. Any identification document presented is
subject to approval by Department of State personnel. When necessary, additional identification documents may be
required. Individuals under the age of 18 must successfully complete a driver education course and have parental consent
before receiving their Level 1 or Level 2 license.
PHOTOCOPIES OR FACSIMILES OF DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE
Persons under the age of 18--Must present a single document from the Primary Group shown below.
Persons 18 years old or older--Must present three (3) documents from this list. At least one document must be from the
Primary Group shown below. The other two documents may be from either the Primary or Secondary Group shown
below.
PRIMARY GROUP
PRIMARY GROUP DOCUMENTS MUST SHOW THE APPLICANT'S FULL NAME AND DATE OF BIRTH.
EXPIRED DOCUMENTS MAY BE ACCEPTED IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE AUTHENTIC
AND STILL REPRESENT THE APPLICANT.
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4.
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A certified full-size or wallet-size birth certificate, issued by a U.S. or Canadian governmental unit. The document
must have a raised seal or be a true copy. HOSPITAL BIRTH CERTIFICATES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
A photo U.S. military identification card (DD-2).
A photo U.S. military dependent identification card (DD-1173 or DD-1173-1).
An out-of-state or Canadian driver license or identification card with photo.
A U.S. or Canadian passport.
If you were born in a foreign country, the following may be used:
Alien Registration Receipt Cards (INS Form I-551 immigration card), or
Certificate of U.S. Naturalization, or
Certificate of U.S. Citizenship, or
Employment Authorization Document (INS Form I-688B or I-766), or
Passport with a translation of the passport into English. See back of this form for information about translations.
SECONDARY GROUP
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A driver license from another country (other than Canada) with a translation of the license into English. An
International Driving Permit is not an acceptable identity document and is not an acceptable translation of a
driver license from another country.)
 A birth certificate, marriage license, or divorce decree from another country, with a translation of the
document into English. See the back of this form for information about translations.
 A U.S. Department of State non-immigrant visa.
 A vehicle title and corresponding registration from Michigan or another state.
 A marriage license from Michigan or another state. The document must have a raised seal or be a true copy.
 A divorce decree from Michigan or another state. The document must have a raised seal or be a true copy.
 A U.S. court order for a name change. The document must have a raised seal or be a true copy.
 A photo identification card issued by a Michigan governmental agency.
 A certified birth certificate (for a child) showing the applicant as a parent. The document must have a raised
seal or be a true copy.
A Michigan driver education certificate.
A non-photo out-of-state or Canadian driver license.
Michigan adoption record. The document must have a court seal or be a true copy.
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Student identification card with a photo, school records, diploma, yearbook, etc., from a Michigan school, college, or
university.
U.S. military discharge or separation documents (DD-214, etc.).
Bureau of Indian Affairs or Indian Treaty card.
TO OBTAIN CERTIFIED COPIES OF BIRTH, MARRIAGE, OR DIVORCE DOCUMENTS
Birth Records/Marriage Licenses/Divorce Decrees - Michigan
 Contact the registrar in the county where the person was born, married, or the divorce was granted.
 Contact the Michigan Department of Community Health at (517) 335-8656.
Birth Records/Marriage Licenses/Divorce Decrees - Other States
 Contact a central records agency in the state, county, or parish where the person was born, married, or the divorce was
granted.
Birth Records - Other Countries
 Contact the Embassy representing the country in which the person was born.
INFORMATION REQUIRED - TRANSLATION OF A PASSPORT, DRIVER LICENSE, BIRTH
CERTIFICATE, MARRIAGE LICENSE, OR DIVORCE DECREE FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY
A passport, driver license, birth certificate, marriage license, or divorce decree from another country may be accepted as
an identity document when applying for a Michigan driver license or personal identification card. However, if the
information that appears on the passport, driver license, birth certificate, marriage license, or divorce decree is not written
or printed in English, a translation must be provided.
NOTE: It is not necessary to obtain a separate translation for a passport, from another country, that has English
subheadings. The subheadings must be part of the passport, either below or beside the non-English words.
An acceptable translation must be on the letterhead stationery of the agency that employs the translator. (See the note
below for examples of where translation services may be available.) And the translation must include all of the following:
*
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The address of the agency that employs the translator.
The date the translation was prepared.
The following information:
For a passport - All information found on the so-called "biodata" page that contains items such as the applicant’s full
name, date of birth, and the name of the country that issued the passport.
For a driver license - The applicant’s full name, date of birth, the country that issued the driver license, the date the
driver license was issued, the type of driver license issued, and the driver license expiration date.
For a birth certificate, marriage license, or divorce decree - All information items found on the document,
including the information that appears on any seal, and the name of the country that issued the document.
The printed name of the person who prepared the translation. The printed name must be legible.
The signature of the person who prepared the translation.
A daytime telephone number where the translator may be reached, if that becomes necessary.
NOTE: Translation services may be available from colleges, universities, translation-related businesses, community
agencies, attorneys, and governmental agencies.
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DENTAL CARE
Dental care is very important for good health, but it is also expensive. However, there are ways to reduce the cost of dental
care for students and their families. Below are some low-cost dental services in Ann Arbor.
EMERGENCIES
The Emergency Clinic at the School of Dentistry operates on a walk-in basis and is located on the first floor of the Dental
School in room 1334. It is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00am-4:00pm. The best time to check in is between 8:009:30am or between 1:00-2:30pm at the first floor information desk before entering the clinic. You should plan to spend at
least two to three hours waiting. The Emergency Clinic is for adults only. For information call 763-6933.
For a dental or medical emergency you can go to the U-M Hospital Emergency Room. It is open 24 hours a day, including
evenings and weekends.
The University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1101 North University (at Fletcher)
Adults (starting at 14 years old)
The School of Dentistry offers a wide variety of dental services to the public and University community at reasonable costs.
Most of the services are provided by student dentists, supervised by faculty members. There may be a wait of several weeks
for an appointment. If you wish to become a patient, call 763-6933 to request an appointment for a screening examination.
Your first examination will take about 2 hours. The clinic is located in the Dental School building and is open weekdays
8:00am to 5:00pm.
Children
The School of Dentistry also offers a Children's Clinic serving patients under14 years of age, including patients with special
needs. The clinic emphasizes the prevention of dental disease and is located in the Dental School building. They accept
most forms of insurance. To schedule an appointment, call Pediatric Dentistry at 764-1523 between 8:00am and 5:00pm,
Monday through Friday.
Washtenaw Children's Dental Clinic, Mack School, 920 Miller, Ann Arbor
This clinic offers very low cost dental care services for low income, eligible children who do not have dental insurance
coverage. A simple form is filled out to determine if the child is eligible. This service is only available to children who
attend school in Washtenaw County. An initial exam, including cleaning and x-rays, only costs $17.00. The clinic is staffed
entirely by dentists who volunteer their time and is open only during the school year. For more information, call the child's
school nurse or call the clinic directly at 663-7073 and leave a message.
Hope Dental Clinic, 9 S. Adams, Ypsilanti
The Hope Clinic provides general preventive and restorative dental care at a low cost. In order to be eligible for use their
services, you must not have dental insurance and you must meet eligibility guidelines based on family size and income.
Everyone who can is asked to pay $20 for an annual fee, but no one is refused services if they cannot pay. The clinic is
staffed mostly by volunteer dentists, so you may not be able to get an appointment right away. You can reach the clinic by
taking bus #6 from outside the Union. To learn more about their services, hours and directions or to schedule an
appointment, please call the clinic directly at 480-9575.
Community Family Health Center, 1230 N. Maple, Ann Arbor
This health center offers both medical and dental services, although the primary focus is health care. The Center offers only
preventive dental services like cleaning and x-rays and so does not do restorative work. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale,
meaning that the cost is determined by your income. You will need to show proof of your income. They do accept dental
insurance, but you don’t need to have dental insurance to use their services. For more information or to schedule an
appointment, please call 998-6117.
Private Dentists
Private dentists are available throughout Ann Arbor, but their fees are generally higher than the clinics described above. If
you are not sure which dentist to see, you can ask your friends, classmates, or professors for recommendations. The
University of Michigan also has a clinic called the Dental Faculty Associates Clinic where patients are treated by faculty
dentists. Fees are similar to private dentists, but this clinic may be convenient for students and their families since it is
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located in the School of Dentistry. The clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8am-noon and 1:00-5:00pm. For more information or
to schedule an appointment, call the clinic at 764-3155.
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HOW TO GET USED TO A NEW COUNTRY
QUICKLY & COMFORTABLY
I.
Explore - get familiar with your environment:
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Go on a campus tour.
Talk to the office staff, faculty and students in your department.
Ask other students if they would show you around the department.
Attend local events and seminars (see Current Magazine, The Record and The Michigan Daily newspapers for
listings).
Enjoy walks or take a bus around the University with a new friend or on your own.
II. Learn about cultural norms - Pay attention to other people’s behavior:
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How do they greet each other?
How do they line up for a bus? How do people seat themselves on a bus?
How do people interact in professional settings, like offices? in the classroom? in a store? on the street?
III. Be slow to judge:
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Ask someone who knows the culture about your observations. Be sure to ask “why” people do what they do.
Compare how things are both similar and different in your country. These comparisons may offer you a new,
insightful perspective on your own culture.
* One of your best resources for cultural information is the U-M International Center. They will be glad to
answer ANY questions that you may have.
IV. Go to events where you can meet new people:
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International Center programs
Speakers, workshops, and “brown bag” seminars
Intramural sports
Student groups
V. Be open to starting conversations:
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With other students
With students and people in the community from your own country who have been in the U.S. for awhile.
U-M staff and faculty
Other people you meet out in the community (in restaurants and stores, at the library, on public transportation,
etc.)
VI. Read:
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Local newspapers (The Michigan Daily, The Ann Arbor News, The Detroit News and Free Press, USA Today)
Magazines
Books about American culture and etiquette
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SUGGESTIONS FOR LOCATING & BUYING A USED CAR
To find a used car, look in:
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The Ann Arbor News classifieds (daily newspaper for the Ann Arbor community).
The Michigan Daily classifieds (campus newspaper).
Detroit Free Press or Detroit News (daily newspaper; the Sunday edition is especially good for used cars.)
The University of Michigan Credit Union (bulletin boards).
University Kiosks (large pillars covered with signs and various posters/announcements).
University bulletin boards: especially useful are the boards located at the International Center, Pierpont
Commons, bus shelters serving the North Campus/Geddes area, and Northwood Family Housing (posters placed in
laundry rooms and on notice boards in parking lot areas).
 The Tradin’ Times: a listing, like the newspaper classifieds, of hundreds of used cars for sale by private owners and
dealers. It is available at many drugstores or gas stations, or you can check out their website (www.traderonline.com).
 Used Car Dealerships: costs might be higher if you purchase your car through a dealer.
Before you purchase a used car, you may want to hire a mechanic to inspect it:
Many local repair shops or service stations will inspect the vehicle for a fee. Check in the yellow pages under “Auto
Repair” for a listing of shops. When calling, make sure that the shop will check all the vital systems (brakes, belts,
steering, oil, cooling system, exhaust, shocks, tires) and make sure they will test drive the vehicle. Below are some
local service stations that perform diagnostic inspections. Please remember that the International Center cannot
guarantee the quality of any specific mechanic.
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Service Stations in the North Campus Area:
Plymouth-Broadway Shell Station, 662-2444
1800 Plymouth Rd., on the corner of Broadway & Plymouth Rd.
Hours: station is open 24 hours; garage is open Mon.-Fri. 9am to 6pm, Sat. 10am -3pm
Cost Estimate: “pre-purchase inspection” costs $50.
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Service Stations in southeast Ann Arbor:
Amoco Certicare South Main, 761-1170
402 S. Main, corner of Main and William St.
Hours: The station is open 24 hours; garage is open Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 6 pm, Sat. 9 am to 3 pm. You must call in
advance to schedule an appointment.
Cost Estimate: $45 (basic inspection)
Weaver's Marathon Station, 994-4510
1500 E. Stadium, corner of Packard and Stadium, near U-M Stadium
Hours: The station is open Mon.-Fri. 6:30 am-10 pm, Sat. 7 am-9 pm, Sun. 9 am-7 pm; garage is open Mon to Fri.
8am to 5pm. You must call in advance to schedule an appointment.
Cost Estimate: $75 (full inspection, including brakes)
Responsibilities and costs that you will have if you purchase a car:
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Michigan Driver's License (visit http://www.michigan.gov/sos for more information or see page 13 of this
packet)
Auto Insurance (required)
License Plates and Tax
City parking fees and University parking meter fees
General preventive maintenance expenses for your car
Safety seats for children under the age of four
To see a web version of this handout with helpful links, visit the International Center’s website at:
http://www.umich.edu/~icenter/intlstudents/a2life/usedcar.html
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You can also find some useful information about mechanics and cars on the Car Talk website at:
http://www.cartalk.cars.com
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BUYING A BICYCLE
Bicycle Shops sell new bikes and accessories and do repairs and maintenance. In addition:
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Most have very knowledgeable sales people who are willing to answer your questions.
They provide a full range of services for your bicycle.
They offer a variety of bicycles and accessories.
Many are on, or close to, campus. Consult the Yellow Pages of the Ann Arbor telephone directory for other bike
shops in the area.
They may be more expensive than some other types of stores that carry bicycles (see below).
Examples of Bicycle Shops:
Great Lakes Cycling and Fitness 564 S. Main (668-6576)
Ann Arbor Cyclery 1224 Packard Road (761-2749)
Two Wheel Tango 3162 Packard Road (528-3030)
Student Bike Shop 607 S. Forest Ave. (662-6986) or 336 Maynard St. (327-6949)
Department Stores also sell bikes that are less expensive than at bike shops. However:
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The bikes usually come unassembled, and specific tools may be needed to put them together.
The sales staff is usually not as well informed as in bicycle shops.
Examples: Meijer 3825 Carpenter Rd. (973-1200)
Meijer at 3145 Ann Arbor Saline Rd. (769-7800
K Mart 215 N. Maple Rd. in Maple Village (761-8557)
Target 2000 Waters in Oak Valley Mall (996-0700)
*If you plan to take the bus and return with your new bike, remember either to take a taxi or arrange a ride with a friend on
the way back. Although all AATA buses have racks to hold bikes, only 2 bikes can be transported at a time, so don't count
on the bus for taking your new bike home. Unassembled bicycles are not allowed on the bus. For getting to these stores,
please refer to the AATA bus schedule/ride guide (in your orientation folder) for the appropriate bus routes, or visit their
website at www.aata.org.
Used Bikes are sometimes sold through the newspaper in the classified ads section. See the Ann Arbor News or the
Michigan Daily. Used bikes are also sold at garage sales, which are advertised in the newspaper. You may also buy a used
bike from a police auction; call the Properties, Lost and Found Department, at 994-2874, for the time and place of the next
auction in either the fall or spring.
AVOID THEFT!
Unfortunately, many bikes are stolen in Ann Arbor. In order to avoid theft:
1) Buy a good quality bike lock. Locks are available at all bike shops and at the department stores listed above. NOTE: If
you lose your bike lock's key or if the lock gets stuck, you will have to call a bicycle shop and pay them to cut off the
lock. You will need proof that the bike belongs to you, such as a receipt or registration.
2) Register your bike because, if your bike is stolen, it is easier for the police to return it to you. You can register your
bike at:
 The City Clerk's Office on the second floor of the City Hall building, located at Huron and 5th St.
 Bicycle shops, but only if you purchase the bike in their shop.
 The U-M Department of Public Safety (DPS) offers bike registration at the beginning of fall semester.
NOTE: The cost of registration is usually $2.50. Also, remember to provide your bike's serial number, which is engraved
on the frame of the bike.
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SHOPPING IN ANN ARBOR
GENERAL INFORMATION
Prices
There are different stores in the Ann Arbor area that carry the same items. Since prices are not fixed in the United
States, they may differ from one store to another. You may want to check prices in different stores before you make
a purchase.
Sales Taxes
Michigan’s sales tax is 6 % (in 2002) for all products except food, medicine and periodical publications
(newspapers and magazines but NOT books). Note: The marked prices at stores do not include sales tax.
Payment
* Personal Checks
To make purchases with a personal check, you are required to provide an identification card with your photo. The
best identification is a Michigan driver’s license or a State of Michigan identification (ID) card. Major credit cards
or student ID cards can also sometimes be used as pieces of identification, although student ID cards may not be
accepted at stores away from campus. It is not necessary to carry or show your passport.
* Credit Cards
When buying expensive items, consider using a credit card rather than carrying large amounts of money because it
is much safer. Using a credit card defers payment until you receive a bill once a month. Read the information that
comes with your credit card carefully. Pay close attention to the interest that will be charged if you do not pay the
total amount due and the fees charged for late payments. Major credit cards in the U.S. include VISA, Mastercard,
American Express, and Discover.
* Cash
It is always convenient to carry money in small bills (e.g. $5, $10, $20) because large bills, such as $50 and $100,
may not be accepted in some small stores.
*ATM and Check Cards
At most stores, you can make purchases with your check card or debit card. Remember that the money for the
purchase will be automatically deducted from your bank account at the time of purchase.
Coupons
Using coupons can save you money on food and daily necessities. You can get coupons from newspapers (Detroit
News, Detroit Free Press, Ann Arbor News), and you may also receive coupons in the mail. At the beginning of
each term, coupons for downtown restaurants and stores are distributed around campus. Check the expiration date
on coupons and make sure that you are buying the same items shown on the coupons; some require you to buy two
or more items in order to receive a discount.
Store Savings Card
Farmer Jack and Kroger offer a free coupon card (called a Bonus Savings Club Card at Farmer Jack and a Kroger
Plus Card at Kroger) that allows discounts on certain products. The card acts just like a coupon but can be kept in
your wallet or on a key chain. Ask a store cashier for more details.
Return Policy
If you are not satisfied with what you bought or the service you received, you should return the item as soon as
possible. All stores require a sales receipt to make a cash refund or credit your credit card account. Large stores
will sometimes exchange the item or give you store credit even if the item has been used or the receipt is lost, but
this is usually when a product or item is defective. Underwear, bathing suits, and “sale” items are almost always not
returnable (ask for details before you make a purchase.)
Alcoholic Beverages
State law requires that the buyer of alcoholic beverages be 21 years or older. You will probably be asked for an
identification card when purchasing alcohol even though you may appear to be over 21.
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BUYING THE RIGHT THINGS FROM THE RIGHT STORE
Below you will find several categories of items that you will most likely need during your stay in Ann Arbor. For each
category, you will find a list of stores that are close to campus (walking distance from Central Campus) and off campus.
Please note that stores close to campus are more expensive than stores off campus. At the end of this list, there will be
addresses and phone numbers for each mall. For getting to these malls, please refer to the AATA bus schedule/ride guide
(in your orientation folder) for the appropriate bus routes.
CLOTHING
Close to Campus: For winter jackets and other clothes for outdoors: Bivouac on S. State; EMS on S. State, Harry's on E.
Liberty; Sam's Clothing on E. Liberty
For snow boots, shoes, scarves, earmuffs, etc: Mast Shoes on E. Liberty; Footprints on S. University
For fashionable, but more expensive, clothing: Voila on Main St; Vintage to Vogue in Kerrytown Shops
Off Campus: For snow boots, scarves, earmuffs, etc: K-Mart and Meijer in Maple Village; Target in Oak Valley; Wal-Mart
in Roundtree Plaza
For inexpensive clothing: K-Mart in Maple Village; Marshalls in Arborland; Mervyns in Cranbrook Village; Target and
Dots in the Oak Valley Mall; Wal-Mart in Roundtree Plaza; TJ Maxx in the Westgate Shopping Center
For more expensive clothing: Jacobson’s and Marshall Field's the Briarwood Mall
Note on Winter Jackets: Since Ann Arbor has cold and snowy winters, you will definitely need a warm, water-proof and
wind-proof coat or jacket. You should buy a coat that is made out of wool, a quilted fabric, or filled with down or synthetic
fiber. The jacket should also be big enough to layer clothing and long enough to cover your hips. Styles that cover the neck,
have close-fitting cuffs, and are tight at the waist are best for very cold weather.
COMPUTERS
Close to Campus: U-M Computer Showcase in the Michigan Union offers computers and accessories at special prices. For
more information, http://www.itd.umich.edu/Sales.
ELECTRONICS (televisions, music systems, VCRs, etc)
Close to Campus: Ulrich’s Electronics on S. University
Off Campus: Best Buy on Ann Arbor-Saline Rd; Sears in the Briarwood Mall; Wal-Mart in the Roundtree Plaza; Big
Georges on W. Stadium
FURNITURE
Close to Campus: Instant Interiors at 341 E. Liberty St has used furniture for rent or purchase; Treasure Mart at 529
Detroit Street has used furniture and will also sell your used furniture for you; Stollhaus Used Furniture at 300 W.Liberty
sells antique to modern furniture; Dream on Futon at 303 S. Ashley sells futon mats for sleeping and futon frames with
mats, which can be used for sofas and beds.
Off Campus: Value Village at 1401 Michigan Ave in Ypsilanti; Target in the Oak Valley Mall sells furniture which
requires assembly and there is no delivery; Apartment Furniture Rental and Sales, Inc., at 4801 Washtenaw (half mile
from East US 23, next to McDonald’s), has a large selection of new and used furniture (sofas, love seats, bedroom sets, etc)
to be purchased or rented, and they will deliver.
GROCERIES
Close to Campus: White Market on E. William; Village Corner on S. University; People's Food Co-op at 216 N. Fourth
Off Campus: Kroger (many locations); Meijer on Carpenter and on Ann Arbor-Saline Rd; Busch’s Valu Land at 2020
Green (corner of Green & Plymouth) and on S. Main St; Hillard's on Washtenaw.
Note on the Ann Arbor Farmers’ Market: This is an outdoor market that is close to campus and has fresh vegetables, fruits,
flowers, and arts & crafts available at reasonable prices. The market is next to Kerrytown, between Fourth Ave., Kingsley,
and Fifth Ave. Hours: Wednesday and Saturday 7am-3pm (May-December), Saturday 8am-3pm (January-April).
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HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AND APPLIANCES
Close to Campus: For small household items, such as linens, dishes, and towels: Decker Drugs on State St. may carry these
items, but their prices or selections might not be the best; Kitchen Port in Kerrytown Shops has lots of household items,
including small appliances, but it may be expensive.
Off Campus: For small household items, such as linens, dishes, and towels: K-Mart in Maple Village; Meijer; Sears and JC
Penney in the Briarwood Mall; Target in the Oak Valley Mall; Mervyns in Cranbrook Village; Wal-Mart in Roundtree
Plaza
For larger appliances, such as toasters, washing machines, irons, etc: Sears in the Briarwood Mall; ABC Warehouse at 890
Eisenhower; Best Buy on Ann Arbor-Saline Road (next to Meijer).
For fabric stores: Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts in the Oak Valley Mall; Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts and Wal-Mart in the
Roundtree Plaza; Hancock Fabrics in Maple Village and at 3170 Carpenter.
PHARMACY/DRUG STORE
Close to Campus: For medicine (prescription drugs and contraceptives): University Health Service Pharmacy on Flectcher
sells most prescriptions drugs and offers prescription contraceptives (birth control pills and diaphragms) and nonprescription contraceptives (condoms, contraceptive foams, jellies, sponges) at prices that are usually lower than at regular
pharmacies; Decker Drugs on State St; the Village Apothecary on S. University
For cosmetics: Michigan Book and Supply on State St; Decker Drugs on State St; The Village Apothecary on S. University
Off Campus: For medicine (prescription drugs and contraceptives): CVS at 3535 Plymouth (Corner of Green &
Plymouth); Rite-Aid in the Plymouth Mall; Meijer
For cosmetics: Jacobson’s and Marshall Field's in the Briarwood Mall; Mervyns in Cranbrook Village; Wal-Mart in the
Roundtree Plaza
TEXTBOOKS
Close to Campus N.Campus Commons Bookstore in Pierpont Commons; Michigan Book and Supply on S. State;
Michigan Union Bookstore in the Michigan Union; Shaman Drum Bookshop on S. State; Ulrich’s on S. University
INTERNATIONAL FOOD MARKETS
Near Eastern, Greek, Indian, & Pakistani
Big Market, 341 E. Huron, 662-4445 - carries a wide variety of Near Eastern and Greek foods.
Foods of India, 1168 Broadway, 332-0500 - carries a wide variety of Indian foods.
Golfside Market, 2642 Golfside, 434-4433 - carries a lot of food from the Middle East.
Far East Asian
Manna International Market, 1156 Broadway, 663-6868 - carries a wide variety of food from all over the world,
especially Korean products.
Tsai Grocery, 3115 Oak Valley Drive, 995-0422 - carries a wide variety of Chinese and Japanese food products.
Dong-Yu China Market, 2765 Plymouth Road, 669-8821.
Asian Market, 345 Maynard St., 668-2348 - carries a wide variety of Asian food products.
Great Land Supermarket, 4177 Carpenter Road, 677-8288 - carries a variety of Asian (especially Chinese) food.
European
Merchant of Vino, 2789 Plymouth Rd., 769-0900 - carries a variety of everyday and gourmet items from all around the
world, especially European, Indian and Mexican.
Zingerman's Deli, 422 Detroit Street, 663-3354 - A deli has everything from corned beef to imported cheeses to gourmet
mustard, teas and olive oils (the prices are on the expensive side).
Miscellaneous
Arbor Farms, 2215 W. Stadium, 996-8111 - carries a wide variety of natural foods that contain no preservatives, including
some ethnic foods such as Mexican and Japanese.
Big Ten Party Store, 1928 Packard Rd., 662-0798 - carries a wide variety of Italian, Asian, and Indian foods, along with
imported wines, cheeses, coffee and tea.
Whole Foods Market, 2398 E. Stadium, 971-3366 - carries a wide variety of natural foods that contain no preservatives or
pesticides, including vegetarian and some ethnic foods.
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Ciaccio’s, 407 N. 5th Street in Kerrytown Shops, 665-2558 - small gourmet grocery store with a variety of foods and
produce; some ethnic foods and spices are sold there.
RESALE SHOPS FOR USED CLOTHING, FURNITURE OR HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
To keep your costs down, you may want to consider resale shops, which usually offer used items at much lower costs than
new merchandise.
Old Woman in the Shoe, 1241 Rosewood, 994-1206. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, closed on Sunday.
Used clothing for kids.
Kiwanis Club Sales, 2000 S. First (Corner of Washington and First Streets, Ann Arbor), 665-0450. Hours: Sat. 9am-noon.
This organization sells a variety of items, including furniture, clothing, books and kitchen utensils. There are also three
annual sales. No delivery.
The Tree, 419 Detroit St., Ann Arbor (across from Zingerman's Deli), 663-2008. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30am-5pm, closed on
Sunday. Used clothing for all ages and household items.
Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop, 1621 S. State, 996-9155. Hours: Tue. - Fri. 11am-6:30pm, Sat. 11am-6pm, Sun. 11am-5pm,
closed Mondays. Sells clothes, household items, etc.
Recycle Ann Arbor Reuse Center, 2420 S. Industrial, 662-6288. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10am - 6pm, Sat. 9am - 5pm. Sells
major appliances & furniture.
U of M Property Disposition, 3241 Baxter, 764-2470. Hours: Mon. noon-5:55pm, Tues. - Thurs. noon - 3:55pm, Fri.
7:30am - 11:30am. They offer used university furniture at cheap prices (under $50).
Garage Sales
Garage sales are primarily listed in the Ann Arbor News in the classified ads section. Most garage sales are held in the
summer on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some people put up fliers on trash dumpsters and in the laundry rooms
of apartment buildings. These sales are a good inexpensive place to buy furniture and household items.
MALL AND STORE LOCATIONS
For locations listed as “Close to Campus,” they can be reached by walking from Central Campus. Please note that UM
buses can be used to travel between North Campus and Central Campus. From North Campus, you can walk to the Traver
Village Mall, which has a Kroger Grocery Store.
For locations listed as “Off Campus,” You can use The Ride, the Ann Arbor bus system. Please refer to the bus map and
schedule for more details (in your orientation folder). A list of bus routes, maps, and time schedules are also available at the
AATA Bus Terminal and on the internet at http://www.theride.org Please note that in the front of each AATA schedule/ride
guide, you will find a list of common destinations, which includes many of the locations in the preceding list of stores, and
the buses that go to those destinations.
ADDRESSES
Arborland Consumer Mall: 3645 Washtenaw (At US 23), 973-0851
Briarwood Shopping Center: 100 Briarwood Circle, 761-9550
Cranbrook Village: 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway
Kerrytown Shops: Fourth Ave, between Fifth Ave and Kingsley Street (walking distance from Central Campus)
Maple Village: corner of W. Stadium & N. Maple
Oak Valley Mall: 2000 Waters
Plymouth Mall: 2781 Plymouth (corner of Plymouth & Nixon)
Roundtree Plaza: 2515 Ellsworth Road
Traver Village Mall: 2641 Plymouth Road (walking distance from N. Campus)
Westgate Shopping Center: 2467 West Stadium Boulevard
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IMPORTANT LAWS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR UM, ANN
ARBOR AND MICHIGAN
The purpose of this handout is to familiarize you with certain University of Michigan policies, Ann Arbor ordinances, MI
laws and general procedures for dealing with law enforcement that you should know. These policies, ordinances and laws
apply equally to both U.S. citizens and non-citizens, and the University is committed to providing a safe, respectful and
supportive environment for all those attending, living, visiting and working here.
Laws, Ordinances and Policies
Violence, Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault
Everyone—all students, staff and faculty members—should realize that behaviors that hurt or threaten others will not be
accepted or tolerated. These include actions that harm your own family members and anyone else in the community. Below
are some, but not all, of the behaviors that would violate Michigan laws and/or University policies. All have serious penalties.
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Pushing, shoving, hitting, punching, kicking, slapping, emotionally or sexually abusing your spouse, partner, child or
family member. This is known as domestic or dating violence. This includes using a weapon or object (i.e. knife, gun, or
chair) or threat of violence to control and harm a person against her or his will.
Repeatedly following someone to class, home, work, or around campus without her or his permission. This is known as
stalking.
Causing a person to feel frightened or intimidated by repeatedly contacting the individual without permission through the
telephone, mail and/or e-mail. This is also known as stalking.
Repeated unwanted physical contact of a sexual nature, such as touching, pinching, tickling, grabbing or brushing up
against a person; asking someone for sexual favors; talking about a person in a sexual manner; displaying sexually explicit
pictures, drawings or writings, which create an intimidating work or educational environment. These are all considered
sexual harassment.
Forcing a person to engage in any form of sexual contact or to perform sexual acts against his or her will. This is known as
sexual assault or rape.
Noise Ordinance
If any music or noise can be heard beyond your property line or the physical space of your property between the hours of 10
pm and 7 am, you are violating the City of Ann Arbor noise regulations. The maximum penalty for each offense is $500. All
loud parties are subject to these penalties.
Clean Community Ordinance
This ordinance stipulates that all public and private properties are to kept clean and free of litter. The ordinance applies to
your property, the public sidewalk, and the extension to the curb. If found in violation, you will be given a warning,
followed by a charge from the City for clean up. You will also be fined for littering.
Garbage containers must be kept covered and out of public view. For weekly pick-up, garbage containers should be brought
to the curb no more than 24 hours before your weekly pick-up time and should be removed no more than 12 hours after pickup. If found in violation, you will be issued a warning, followed by a ticket.
Big, bulky trash, such as furniture and appliances, will NOT be picked up by the City of Ann Arbor; and, if you leave big
trash for garbage collection, the property owner will be fined. To call to pay for bulky trash pick-up by the City of Ann
Arbor’s Solid Waste Department, the number is 994-2807.
Underage Drinking Law
For anyone under the age of 21, it is illegal to consume alcoholic beverages in the U.S. Michigan law also states that a person
who knowingly supplies alcohol to someone under 21, or who fails to make diligent inquiry as to whether someone is under
21, is guilty of a misdemeanor. Penalties for violation are $1,000 and 60 days in jail for the first offense; $2,500 and 90 days
in jail for the second offense.
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Procedures for Dealing with Law Enforcement: Crime Prevention and Crime Reporting
Crime Prevention Tips
 Take well-lit and well-traveled streets; do not take shortcuts through wooded areas, parking lots or alleys.
 Don’t flash large amounts of cash, jewelry or expensive clothing.
 Carry a purse close to your body; put a wallet in an inside coat or front pants pocket.
 Have your car or house key in your hand before you reach the door.
 If you are working late, ask someone to walk you to your car or bus stop.
 Always roll up car windows and lock your car, even if you’re coming right back!
 Don’t park in isolated areas and be especially alert in underground parking garages.
 Report all crimes to the police (see the “Crime Reporting” section below).
 Telemarketing Fraud: If you receive phone calls from people offering free vacations or scholarships, or from people
asking for donations, it is very possible that the calls are fraudulent and you should ignore them. If you are told to call a
1-900 number for information on these offers, please be aware that you will be charged for these calls.
Crime Reporting
You should report crimes and any suspicious activities that you see. Suspicious activity is an event that is out of the ordinary or
should not be occurring. Knowing your neighbors and their habits will make it easier to recognize and report any suspicious
activities taking place in your neighborhood.
How to Report Suspicious Activity:
 If you need to report suspicious activity, persons or vehicles, dial 911.
 State if it is an emergency. If you say no, the 911 Operator might put you on hold in order to check other lines for true
emergencies.
 Stay on the phone and answer all questions. Do NOT hang up until the Operator tells you to! Follow the Operator’s directions
because she or he is trained for emergencies and will guide you through the entire process.
 Give your location and the specific location of the suspicious activity.
 Be sure to remain calm and speak clearly.
Contact Information for University of Michigan Offices and City of Ann Arbor Offices
University of Michigan Offices
SAPAC (Sexual Assault & Prevention Awareness Center)
712 North University, Suite 202 (http://www.umich.edu/~sapac)
24 hr. Crisis Line: (7 days a week) ............................................... 936-3333
Business Line ............................................................................... 998-9368
U-M International Center ............................................................................... 764-9310
CAPS (U-M Counseling & Psychological Services) ....................................... 764-8312
Department of Public Safety........................................................................... 763-1131
U-M Family Housing ....................................................................................... 647-2235
Emergencies (Police, Ambulance) ................................................................... 911
City of Ann Arbor Offices
Emergencies ..................................................................................................... 911
Fire Department .............................................................................................. 994-2772
Non-Emergency Requests for Police Dispatch .............................................. 994-2911
Non-Emergency Requests to Make Police Reports ...................................... 994-2875
Crime Prevention............................................................................................. 994-8775
Neighborhood Watch Program ...................................................................... 994-8775
Anonymous Tips .............................................................................................. 996-3199
Parking Complaints......................................................................................... 994-2908
Animal Control Complaints ........................................................................... 994-2911
Recycling ...................................................................................................... 662-6288
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Solid Waste 994-2807
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J-1 VISITING SCHOLAR & PROFESSOR STATUS OVERVIEW
DEFINITIONS
Exchange Visitor Program: The general purpose of the program is to promote international educational and cultural exchange in
order to develop mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries.
A J-1 visiting scholar is an individual primarily conducting research, observing, or consulting in connection with a research
project. He/she may also teach or lecture.
A J-1 professor is an individual primarily teaching, lecturing, observing, or consulting. He/she may also conduct research.
DOCUMENTS
DS-2019/IAP-66: Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitors (EV)
• Issued by the educational institution or organization after determining the exchange visitor (EV) has the appropriate
credentials. The individual shall not be a candidate for a tenure-track position. The departments should request the Forms DS2019/IAP-66 from the International Center.
• EV uses the DS-2019/IAP-66 to obtain a J-1 visa at an American Embassy or Consulate abroad to enter the U.S.
• The DS-2019/IAP-66 should be endorsed by the Responsible Officer of the J-1 program before traveling outside of
the U.S. for re-entry to the U.S.
Visa: Permission to Apply for Entry into U.S. at a Port of Entry
• Issued by an American Embassy or Consulate abroad (Canadian citizens need a DS-2019/IAP-66 but do not need a visa.).
• Must be valid to enter / re-enter the U.S., except from Canada, Mexico, and the adjacent islands (with some restrictions).
• As long as the EV remains in the U.S., it does not matter if the visa has expired since it is a travel document, and not the
permission to stay.
I-94: Arrival - Departure Record
• A small card issued to a non-immigrant alien by the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS) (formerly the
Immigration and Naturalization Service – INS). upon entry into U.S. indicating legal entry, status at the U.S., and the permission
to stay. It is often stapled to the passport.
• D/S - “Duration of Status” means the length of time necessary for the scholar/professor to complete a specific program or
level (as indicated on the Form DS-2019/IAP-66), plus a 30-day grace period.
MAINTAINING LEGAL STATUS
To maintain legal J-1 status, an Exchange Visitor must:
 Have a valid DS-2019/IAP-66 (unexpired). Extension can be completed with your J-1 sponsor.
 Have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months into the future on the day you return from your
trip abroad.
 Conduct employment as indicated on the DS-2019/IAP-66. Please contact the International Center if the department
wishes an EV to engage in collaborative work outside of UM or if the EV wishes to participate in occasional lectures at
another institution.
 File timely and appropriate transfer and extension notification to the Exchange Visitor Program (EVP) through the sponsoring
agency.
 Maintain required health insurance coverage.
 Update address within 10 days of change, in Wolverine Access.
TWO-YEAR HOME PHYSICAL PRESENCE REQUIREMENT (HPPR)or 212 (e)
Under specific circumstances, the EV may incur a “two-year home physical presence requirement." This means that when an EV
completes his/her J-1 program, he/she may not change immigration status to H-1, L-1 or Permanent Residency without first
returning to his/her country for 2 years, or obtaining a waiver of this requirement. The J-2 dependents are subject to the HPPR if
the J-1 principal participant is subject to that requirement. IF HPPR applies, change of status to another non-immigrant
classification such as F-1 in the United States is prohibited.
DEPENDENTS J-2
Dependent spouses and children of J-1 visiting scholars or professors enter on J-2 visas. Having J-2 status does not inherently
give the J-2 the permission to work, but it gives the person the right to apply for work authorization from the BCIS. BCIS will
usually grant the permission to work if the earnings of the J-2 will not be used to support the J-1. The International Center has the
instructions and forms needed for the application. The application processing time may take 2 - 4 months. The J-2 does not have
legal permission to work until the approval is given in the form of Employment Authorization Document (INS Form I-766).
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Note: This is a brief overview only. Because of the complexity of immigration regulations
it is advisable to consult with an ISSA for details.
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INTERNATIONAL CENTER STAFF
Rodolfo (Rudie) Altamirano
Room 2
Director
rudiea@umich.edu
Louise Baldwin
Room 24
Assistant Director
lbaldwin@umich.edu
Julie Barth-Jones
Room 23
Faculty/Staff Immigration Advisor
Preparation of H-1B and Permanent
Residency petitions.
jbarthj@umich.edu
Lisa Bobrowski
Room 8
Peace Corps Coordinator
Peace Corps information and recruitment.
peace.corps@umich.edu
Dorothy Christensen
Room 19
International Health Insurance Billing
Coordinator`
dorothyo@umich.edu
Kay Clifford
Room 20
Associate Director
kaycliff@umich.edu
Joe Dupont
Room 1 (Reception Desk)
Receptionist
Front office reception, I-9 forms, and general
information.
jodupont@umich.edu
Mee-Yong Hare
Room 5 A
Secretary
Preparation of Forms I-20 and IAP-66
harem@umich.edu
Tara Hawkins
Room 23A
Immigration Assistant
Support for preparation of H-1 and Permanent
Residency petitions.
Simmi Isaac
Room 22
Faculty/Staff Immigration Advisor
Preparation of H-1B and Permanent
Residency petitions.
sdisaac@umi.ch.edu
Brigitte Maassen
Room 18A
International Visitor Coordinator
Programs for short-term international visitors.
bmaassen@umich.edu
James Montgomery
North Campus Office
B510 Pierpont Commons
International Student/Scholar Advisor
Information about visas, immigration
regulations, re-entry to the U.S. after travel,
eligibility to work, practical training, and
taxes.
mfj@umich.edu
Bill Nolting
Room 10
Director of Overseas Opportunities
Information for students, faculty and staff
going abroad for study, work or travel. This
office also sells Youth Hostel Cards and
International Student Identity Cards (ISIC).
bnolting@umich.edu
Melinda Waterhouse
Room 17
Insurance Coordinator
Health insurance assistance for international
students and scholars.
internationalinsurance@umich.edu
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Samira Pardanani
Room 18
International Student/Scholar Advisor
Information about visas, immigration
regulations, re-entry to the U.S. after
travel, eligibility to work, practical training,
and general tax information.
psamira@umich.edu
Rachel Persico
Room 15
International Student/Scholar Advisor
Information about visas, immigration
regulations, re-entry to the U.S. after travel,
eligibility to work, practical training/academic
training, and general tax information.
Information about financial resources, and
moving and shipping. Assistance with personal
concerns.
rpersico@umich.edu
Jill Scott
Room 5
Administrative Assistant
Administrative support and accounting.
jillsctt@umich.edu
Sharron Wenzel
North Campus Office
B 510 Pierpont Commons
Receptionist
I-9 forms, front office reception and general
information.
smwenzel@umich.edu
Kate Zheng
Room 16
International Student/Scholar Advisor
Information about visas, immigration
regulations, re-entry to the U.S. after travel,
eligibility to work, practical training, and
general tax information.
xdzheng@umich.edu
The University of Michigan International Center
Central Campus: 603 East Madison Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1370
North Campus: B510 Pierpont Commons
Central Campus: (734) 764-9310, North Campus (734) 936-4180
FAX (734) 647-2181, Email: icenter@umich.edu, URL: http://www.umich.edu/~icenter
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SOME USEFUL U-M WEBSITES
The University of Michigan has many useful websites. Here we have listed some of the most useful (and popular) sites for
international students.
University of Michigan Gateway
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http://www.umich.edu
General information about the University, with links to all of the University’s websites sorted under many categories.
University of Michigan Directory
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http://www.directory.umich.edu
General directory for faculty, staff, and students. Good way to find email addresses.
International Center
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http://www.umich.edu/~icenter
An essential website for international students and scholars! We provide lots of information for the international
community here at the University.
Wolverine Access
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http://wolverineaccess.umich.edu/
You can register for classes, check your transcript, change your address, check your student account information, and
check for class availability, among other services.
Campus Information Center
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http://www.umich.edu/~info
If you have any questions about the University, see this website. They have a good search option too.
Telephone Information
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Residence Hall Telephone Information: http://www.itcom.itd.umich.edu/telephone/resrates.html
 Family Housing Telephone Information: http://www.itcom.itd.umich.edu/telephone/famrates.html
Other Sites: http://abtolls.com, http://www.1010phonerates.com/intl.html, http://www.trac.org
University Health Service
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http://www.uhs.umich.edu
You can find detailed information about UHS including a list of clinicians, hours of service, and other important health
information.
Financial Aid for International Students
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http://www.finaid.umich.edu/international.htm
There is limited aid for international students, but it is worth checking to see whether you are eligible for any financial
aid. The International Center website also has information about financial aid.
University Housing
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http://www.housing.umich.edu
Information about on- and off-campus housing. Also a good place for students living in dorms to find updated
information about residence hall services.
Foreign News
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http://ajr.newslink.org
Links to newspapers, magazines, broadcasters, and news services from around the world.
Guide to Campus and Community for Graduate/Professional Students
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http://www.Rackham.umich.edu/StudentInfo/Publications/rounding/contents.html
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