International Student
Orientation Program
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick Campus
August 26 - August 31, 2013
Center for Global Services
Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs
180 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Center for Global Services
The Center for Global Services is an integral unit of the
Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs
(GAIA Centers) under the leadership of Dr. Joanna
Regulska, Vice President for International and Global Affairs.
The Center for Global Services coordinates cultural
programs and immigration-related services for almost 5,000
international students, scholars, faculty, and their
dependents, and serves the broader campus community in
an administrative & advisory capacity.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Closed every Wednesday except for severe emergencies.
CENTER STAFF
Urmi Otiv, Director, Center for Global Services
uotiv@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Asenath Dande, Associate Director,
Faculty and Scholar Services
adande@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Mohini Mukherjee, Acting Associate Director,
Student Services
mohinim@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Carissa McCarthy, International Student Adviser
carissam@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Justin Schlossberg, International Student Adviser
jschlossberg@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Katsumi Kishida, International Student Adviser
kkishida@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Julie de Klerk, International Student Adviser
jdeklerk@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Greg Costalas, International Sponsored Student Adviser
gcostalas@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Julie Hafeez, International Faculty/Scholar Adviser
jhafeez@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Shanda Spradley, International Faculty/Scholar Adviser
spradley@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Ruimin Zhang, International Faculty/Scholar Adviser
rzhang@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Susan Maldonado, SEVIS Compliance Administrator
susanmal@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Caroline Foga, Front Office Coordinator
cfoga@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Carol Long, Front Office Coordinator
clong@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Eirinn Jones, Insurance & Accounting Coordinator
eljones@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Lauren Tong, Orientation & Office Assistant
ltong@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
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The Center’s
Orientation Program at a Glance
Our orientation program is designed to assist you—as an
incoming international student—adjust to life in the
United States and at Rutgers. The program covers a
wide range of topics in a variety of different formats
over the period of a week, and provides flexiblyscheduled opportunities every day to help you become
familiar with your new surroundings, to settle academic
and administrative matters, to learn about the many
resources and services available to you at Rutgers, and
—just as important to the adjustment process—to begin
forming friendships with other new and returning
international students.
The personalized environment of our program allows
you to interact closely and regularly with members of
our energetic and enthusiastic team of trained student
volunteers, and to learn from their experiences.
Throughout the week you will also have frequent
contact with Global Services staff members, all of
whom participate in various orientation program
sessions and events.
We hope and expect that by the end of orientation
week you will feel that you have accomplished a great
deal, that you have learned a lot about Rutgers, that
you have made some new friends, and that you are
ready and eager for classes to begin!
For students living on-campus:
Your Residence Life staff wants to meet you!
Please check for information in your rooms and
buildings for details on exciting programs and
opportunities to socialize, meet your Residence
Life staff, get to know more about on-campus
living, and just to unwind at the end of a busy
orientation day!
Welcome from the
Vice President for International
and Global Affairs
Dear Students,
Welcome to Rutgers! We are so happy
that you are joining us as part of the
Rutgers University family during this
exciting time of our global reach. As
our largest class of incoming
international students at Rutgers, you
are a historic group of students for our
university. I know you will do
phenomenal things during your time
with us.
Rutgers’ Centers for Global Advancement and International
Affairs is here to engage you in global conversations, offer
exciting programs and opportunities, and provide you with
assistance when you need it. The GAIA Centers advance the
university’s international mission through four pillars – Global
Education, Global Programs, Global Relations, and Global
Services – as well as Rutgers China Office. As a result, the GAIA
Centers are creating new opportunities for students, including
more types of interesting programming, such as our affiliation
with the United Nations Department of Public Information; new
Study Abroad as well as International Service Learning programs
in Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Asia; and expanded
services for international students. The GAIA Centers are also
working on innovative programs in Brazil, China, India, Indonesia,
and Liberia, as well as many new globally-focused initiatives here
on campus and around the world.
We hope that during the academic year you will have the
opportunity to join the many events held on campus, including
the wonderful workshops presented by the Center for Global
Services and the events offered as part of our Biennial Theme –
Global Health! Visit global.rutgers.edu to learn more about our
offices and our upcoming events this academic year.
We want Rutgers to be your home away from home – a
welcoming environment for you to learn and live comfortably.
The GAIA Centers are here to make your stay at Rutgers a
pleasant and productive one. We are always open to
suggestions on how we can make the experience better for our
international community, so feel free to contact us at global@
rutgers.edu.
Best wishes for the new school year!
Joanna Regulska
Vice President for International and Global Affairs
THE GAIA CENTERS
Rutgers has long been committed to
delivering the highest quality education to
its students, to providing its outstanding
faculty with the resources necessary to
make innovative research contributions, to
expanding the reach of this excellence in
teaching and research through service to
the community, the state, and the world.
The university established the Centers for
Global Advancement & International
Affairs to work toward developing a
comprehensive, campus-wide set of
international initiatives and services, initiate
collaborative projects and strategic
partnerships around the world, and
expand students’ opportunities for
international study and research.
GLOBAL EDUCATION: As part of the GAIA
Centers commitment to expanding
students’ opportunities for international
study and research, the Center for Global
Education is dedicated to enriching the
learning experience for Rutgers students
through study, research, and service
abroad. The Center for Global Education
holds numerous programs every year all
over the world.
GLOBAL PROGRAMS: Exciting things are
happening at Rutgers throughout the year.
The GAIA Centers hope that during your
time here you will join the many events
offered as part of our biennial theme –
Global Health! – as well as other
international events hosted by schools,
departments, and other university units.
Our goal is to create community around
topics of global concern and to present a
variety of forums and opportunities for
learning within the university community.
Our programs are your programs, and we
look forward to your participation in oncampus events, programs growing out of
Rutgers’ affiliation with the United Nations,
and other programmatic initiatives with
global themes.
GLOBAL RELATIONS: Rutgers University
hosts many visitors from around the world
throughout the year, including international
government officials, researchers, faculty,
and administrators. It is the GAIA Centers’
goal to make each visit as productive and
engaging as possible.
GLOBAL SERVICES: The GAIA Centers are
committed to making Rutgers a home
away from home for international students
and scholars. Global Services’ mission is
to provide quality and timely services, to
demystify federal regulations as much as
possible for the constituencies we serve,
and to assist members of the
campus’ international community in the
cultural adjustment process.
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Key to Symbols
This key is your guide to understanding the
meaning of the different symbols used in this
orientation program brochure. To provide you
with as much scheduling flexibility as possible,
we have arranged to offer many of our sessions
more than once during the week. The symbols
below will help you identify categories of sessions
and to select the ones that best meet your needs
and your personal schedule. Do not take these
symbols to mean you are restricted to these
particular sessions only, but rather, that these
sessions are specifically and ONLY for you.
REQUIRED sessions for...
GRADUATE STUDENTS
d WITH TA/GA/FELLOWSHIP
e WITH TA or PTL in A FOREIGN
IN ANY SUBJECT
LANGUAGE (NON-ENGLISH)
l WITHOUT TA/GA/FELLOWSHIP
8 ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXAMINATION
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
z ARE TRANSFERRING FROM ONE US INSTITUTION TO ANOTHER
]NOT STUDY ABROAD EXCHANGE STUDENTS AND ARE NOT SPONSORED STUDENTS
hARE STUDY ABROAD
EXCHANGE STUDENTS
1 ARE SPONSORED STUDENTS (on a visa sponsorship other than Rutgers)
RECOMMENDED sessions
NPICNICS, RECEPTIONS, TRIPS, AND OTHER SOCIAL GATHERINGS
v Sessions that all students will find helpful
n Sessions offered more than once during the week
p
Sessions conceived, developed, and produced by our student volunteers
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Monday, August 26
v
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Program Registration & Welcome
College Avenue Campus (CAC) Gym
Students pick up their orientation packets and get
name tags. Welcome address by Dr. Joanna Regulska,
Vice President for International & Global Affairs,
followed by an introduction to staff, volunteers, and the
orientation program by Urmi Otiv, Director, Center for
Global Services.
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10:30 AM - 12:00 NOON
Information Fair & Ticket Sales
College Avenue Campus (CAC) Gym
Students purchase tickets for trips to Broadway shows,
Philadelphia, & more, receive information on the
English Language Exam, international student
organizations, and immunization requirements.
e
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Special Training Only for TAs & PTLs Who Will Teach a
Language Other than English
Language Institute, College Avenue Language Lab
Training continued throughout the week; get schedule
at Language Lab.
v
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Bus Tour of New Brunswick/Piscataway Campuses &
Introduction to the Campus Bus System
Let experienced student guides take you on a bus ride
and guide you through New Brunswick campuses and
the campus bus system!
Tour 1 begins at 12:15 PM
from the Rutgers Student Center
Tour 2 begins at 1:30 PM
from the Rutgers Student Center
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Center for Global Education (Study Abroad) Exchange
Student Welcome
Teleconference/Lecture Hall, Alexander Library, 4th
Floor, CAC
Introduction of Center for Global Education staff and
an overview of academics, housing, finances, etc.,
as they pertain to exchange students. Lunch will be
served.
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sponsored Student Welcome
30 College Avenue, Room 103, CAC
An introduction for sponsored students (on a visa
sponsorship other than Rutgers) containing a summary
of program requirements, expectations, and the year
ahead.
d
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Orientation to the Graduate School-New Brunswick
Rutgers Student Center, Main Lounge, CAC
ALL graduate students must attend this session EITHER
today OR Tuesday morning. TAs, GAs, & Fellows must
attend this session TODAY. Other graduate students
are advised to attend Tuesday. Essential information:
registration, academic integrity, fellowships, benefits,
and academic policies and procedures.
Repeated for other students on Tuesday, August 27, at
10:00 AM.
v n
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
How to Access Campus & Community Resources
Milledoler Hall, Room 100, CAC
This session will answer frequently asked questions
about campus resources, local transportation,
shopping, and other community resources.
Repeated on Friday, August 30, at 3:00 PM.
v n
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Map Your Orientation Week
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
Experienced Global Services staff and volunteers will
help you plan your week so you can make the most of
what is offered during orientation.
Repeated on Monday, August 26, at 3:30 PM.
v
n p
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Opening a Bank Account in the U.S.
Scott Hall, Room 123, CAC
A panel of experienced student volunteers will
provide information & answer your questions about
opening and managing a bank account in the U.S.
Repeated on Tuesday, August 27, at 3:30 PM.
d
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In and Document Verification
(for TAs, GAs, and graduate Fellows ONLY)
180 College Avenue, CAC
Bring passport, I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1
students). TAs and GAs who miss this session must have
immigration documents verified before Friday.
Repeated daily for other students.
v
n
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Finding Off-Campus Housing
Van Dyck Hall, Room 211, CAC
Looking for space or considering living off-campus?
This session will answer your questions. Issues related to
living off-campus such as legal rights of tenants and
sharing bills will also be discussed.
Repeated on Tuesday, August 27, at 2:15 PM.
v
n
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Paying Student Bills
Milledoler Hall, Room 100, CAC
Explains bill-paying procedures, billing cycles, special
payment plans, late charges, and other matters.
Repeated on Tuesday, August 27, at 2:15 PM.
v
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Map Your Orientation Week
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
See session of same title on Monday, August 28, at 2:15
PM for description.
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5:30 - 7:30 PM
Picnic at
Buccleuch Park
RAIN OR SHINE
Make new friends and have a
great time! Lots of fun & food...and
don’t miss the games planned for
you by our orientation
volunteers!
Tuesday, August 27
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Required Placement Exams for Undergraduate Students
Required of all first-year students (for those who have not
tested yet - remotely or at a previous session)
8:15 AM, Level 1 Test (English & Math), Scott Hall 123, CAC
12:30 PM, Level 2 Test (Math), Scott Hall 123, CAC
Required of all transfer students: (for those who have not
tested yet - remotely or at a previous session)
9:00 AM, English Placement Test, Scott Hall 135, CAC
12:00 PM, Math Placement Test, Scott Hall 135, CAC
Students are required to register for the tests at:
oirap.rutgers.edu/testplace.html. Undergraduates must
take placement tests before they can register for
courses.
Repeated Monday, September 2. Contact the Testing &
Placement Office at (848) 932-8445 for time & location.
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
z
STAR Day (Students in Transition Advising & Registration
Day) Required for all SAS transfer students
Hill Center, Busch Campus
Registration for fall courses, meet with advisers, have
previous coursework evaluated, receive an overview of
Rutgers University, SAS, and learn to use Degree
Navigator, registration systems, and other electronic
resources; learn about placement testing. You cannot
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register for courses until you complete a STAR Day. This
is the last STAR Day before the start of the fall term.
d n
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Staying in Legal Status in the U.S.
(for TAs, GAs, and Graduate Fellows ONLY)
Van Dyck Hall, Room 211, CAC
Rights, responsibilities, and opportunities for work, study,
and travel. Special services provided for international
students at the university, legal obligations, and
benefits of nonimmigrant visa-holders in the United
States also covered. Students must have already
attended “Check-In and Document Verification.” You
MUST bring your passport, & I-20 or DS-2019, & TA/GA or
Fellowship offer letter. Do not leave the session without
getting your International Payroll Form signed!
Repeated daily for other students.
v
n
8:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Check-In and Document Verification
180 College Avenue, CAC
Bring passport, I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1
students). All students who have not yet “checked-in”
must attend this session by Friday of this week.
Repeated daily.
v
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Meningitis Vaccination Clinic
Hurtado Health Center, 11 Bishop Place, CAC
For more information, see flyer in your orientation
packet. Cost: $120.
l
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Orientation to the Graduate School-New Brunswick
(Graduate Students Who Do NOT Have a Rutgers
Assistantship/Fellowship)
Rutgers Student Center, Main Lounge, CAC
See session of same title on Monday, August 26, at 1:00
PM for description.
d
n
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Social Security Applications
(TAs, GAs, and Fellows only)
Bus will depart from Scott Hall, CAC at 10:30 AM.
Subsequent trips from 180 College Ave.
SSN bus schedule in orientation packet. You MUST bring
ALL of the following documents:
■ Passport (original)
■ I-20 or DS-2019 (original)
■ F-1/J-1 students on Rutgers visa sponsorship: “SSN job
confirmation letter” or TA/GA/Fellowship offer letter
■ J-1 Students on non-Rutgers visa sponsorship: “SSN job
confirmation letter” OR job offer letter and letter from
sponsoring agency authorizing on-campus work
Students must have attended sessions on “Check-In
and Document Verification” and “Staying in Legal
Status” before applying for the SSN.
Repeated for other students on Thursday, August 29, at
11:00 AM.
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v
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bus Tour of New Brunswick/Piscataway Campuses &
Introduction to the Campus Bus System
Let experienced student guides take you on a bus ride,
and guide you through New Brunswick campuses and
the campus bus system!
Tour 1 begins at 10:00 AM
from the Rutgers Student Center
Tour 2 begins at 11:00 AM
from the Rutgers Student Center
v n
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Shopping Trips by Shuttle
(schedule in orientation packet) Groups form on Richardson St. side of 180 College Ave.
Shuttle service to local shopping center for food and
household items.
Repeated daily.
v n
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Presenting Your Work: Classroom, Culture, and
University Policies Regarding Academic Integrity
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
This session will provide practical information to help
you adjust to the Rutgers classroom environment and
learn the expectations professors will have about
presenting your own work. There is often a fine line
between being a resourceful student and possibly
violating academic policies regarding plagiarism and
cheating. We will outline the components of
academic integrity and present useful strategies to
help you gain greater confidence in the skills you will
need to succeed in the classroom.
Repeated on Thursday, August 29, at 11:00 AM.
v n
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Health & Insurance Matters
Scott Hall, Room 123, CAC
Information on campus health care facilities,
immunization, the mandatory health insurance
program, balancing healthy living with academic
success, and more!
Repeated on Friday August 30, at 10:30 AM.
v n
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
SCREAM Theater
Voorhees Hall, Room 105, CAC
SCREAM Theater is a peer educational, interactive
theater program operated by the Violence Prevention
and Victim Assistance office at Rutgers. Through their
performance, SCREAM will educate students on issues
including sexual assault, dating violence, bullying, peer
harassment, and more.
Repeated on Thursday August 29, at 10:00 AM.
v
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
TB Testing Visit 1 – free of charge
Hurtado Health Center, CAC
For more information, see flyer in your orientation
packet. See Thursday, August 29 schedule for Step 2.
v
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Finding Off-Campus Housing
Van Dyck Hall, Room 211, CAC
Looking for space or considering living off-campus?
This session will answer your questions. Issues related to
living off-campus such as legal rights of tenants and
sharing bills will also be discussed.
v
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Paying Student Bills
Scott Hall, Room 135, CAC
This session explains bill-paying procedures, billing
cycles, special payment plans, late charges, and other
billing matters.
v n
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Living with Roommates SC&I, Room 212, CAC
A special topics discussion with Residence Life staff on
how to adjust to living with roommates.
Repeated on Friday August 30, at 11:00 AM.
v p
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Opening a Bank Account in the U.S.
Scott Hall, Room 123, CAC
A panel of experienced student volunteers will provide
information and answer your questions about opening
and managing a bank account in the U.S.
v
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Converting “Culture Shock” to Cultural Enrichment
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
Develop a personal plan for adjusting to life at Rutgers
and in the U.S. at your own pace.
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- 11:00 PM
Enjoy Broadway’s smash hit–JERSEY BOYS!
Board bus in front of 180 College Avenue
Tickets must be purchased in advance at
Orientation Registration on August 26 or at 180 College
Avenue thereafter. Tickets are $30 (non-refundable) and
include transportation to the theater and back.
5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
See the musical masterpiece - MAMA MIA!
Board bus in front of 180 College Avenue, CAC
Tickets must be purchased in advance at Orientation
Registration on August 26 or at 180 College Avenue
thereafter. Tickets are $30 (non-refundable) and
include transportation to the theater and back.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ice Cream Social
“Bishop Beach” (outside Tinsley Hall, CAC)
Generously sponsored by the International
Student Affairs Committee (ISAC) of the
Graduate Student Association. Rain location:
front of Graduate Student Lounge, Rutgers
Student Center, College Avenue Campus.
Wednesday, August 28
d
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Teaching Assistant Orientation, Day 1
Rutgers Student Center, Multipurpose Room, CAC
(Breakfast will be served)
All new international teaching assistants (TAs) are
required to attend this session on Rutgers’ instructional
practices, its diverse undergraduate population, and
the role of the TA. All teaching assistants should have
registered for this session, but if not, please contact the
Graduate School, 25 Bishop Place, (848) 932-7747.
v
n
8:40 AM - 10:15 AM
Check-In and Document Verification
180 College Avenue, CAC
Bring passport, I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1
students). All students who have not yet “checked-in”
must attend this session by Friday of this week.
Repeated daily.
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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
English as a Second Language (ESL) Exam
(for some Graduate Students only)
Murray Hall, Room 210, CAC
Graduate students whose admission documents
require them to take an English language examination
should attend this session to receive academic and
language support. If you are an International Teaching
Assistant (ITA): Please log-on to ita.rutgers.edu to sign
up for the SPEAK Test (oral language exam). In order
to gain certification to instruct as an ITA, graduate
students must be evaluated by the Graduate ESL & ITA
office. For more information, please contact
gradesl@rci.rutgers.edu or visit us at esl.rutgers.edu.
v n
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Library Services
Introduction to services and to the print and digital
collections of the university libraries.
* Students in physical and life sciences go to the
Conference Room, 1st floor at the Library of Science
and Medicine, Busch Campus
* Students in Humanities and Social Sciences go to
Teleconference Lecture Hall, Room 403 at the
Alexander Library, CAC
* Students in professional programs, ask your
department which library you are most likely to use.
Repeated on Friday, August 31, at 1:00 PM
FUN FACT: DiversityInc. ranks Rutgers among the
nation’s top five higher education institutions for
commitment to diversity!
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v n
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Computing on Campus
PC-IML Room 156, Records Hall, CAC
(Space limited to first 29 students)
This session will introduce you to computer facilities
and services available to Rutgers students, as well as
information on how to set up a Rutgers email account.
Repeated on Thursday, August 29, at 9:15 AM.
v n
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Shopping Trips by Shuttle
(schedule in orientation packet)
Groups form on Richardson St. side of 180 College Ave.
Shuttle service to local shopping center for food and
household items.
Repeated daily.
v n
10:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Staying in Legal Status in the U.S.
Milledoler Hall, Room 100, CAC
Rights, responsibilities, and opportunities for work,
study, and travel. Special services provided for
international students at the university, legal
obligations, and benefits of nonimmigrant visaholders in the United States also covered. Students
must have already attended “Check-In and
Document Verification.” You MUST bring your
passport, and I-20 or DS-2019 and job offer letter (if
any). Do not leave the session without getting your
International Payroll Form signed!
Repeated daily.
v
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Walking Tours of Individual Campuses
Join our expert volunteers in taking a guided walking
tour of the campus of your choice - tours will leave
from their point of origin (see below) promptly at 10:30
AM. You can take the Rutgers bus to get to your
campus (see bus schedule in orientation packet).
• College Avenue: Meet in
front of Rutgers Student
Center
• Busch: Meet in front of
Busch Student Center
• Livingston: Meet in front of
Livingston Student Center
• Cook: Meet in front of Cook
Student Center
• Douglass: Meet in front of
Douglass Student Center
v n
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Be Alert: Safety Matters
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
Information session on the role of university police, the
community policing program, and tips on how to
protect yourself from becoming a victim of crime.
Repeated on Thursday, August 29, at 3:30 PM.
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v p
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Getting Involved: Becoming Part of Student Life at
Rutgers
* Undergraduate Panel: Van Dyck Hall, Room 211, CAC
* Graduate Panel: Voorhees Hall, Room 105, CAC
A panel of representatives from various student
involvement offices and student organizations will point
you to the many and diverse opportunities to get
involved in campus life and activities.
v p
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
A Humorous Twist on Culture Shock
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
Let our student volunteers entertain you with their
humorous impressions of the cultural adjustment
experience.
v
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Introduction to Student Legal Services
Milledoler Hall, Room 100, CAC
Find out about the Office of Student Legal Services on
campus.
v
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Academics and Student Life at Rutgers
* Graduate students: Scott Hall, Room 123, CAC
* Undergraduate students: Scott Hall, Room 135, CAC
Every campus has its own “culture,” its own way of
doing things. From perceptions of ethical conduct to
having a good time, new and transfer students will find
this session essential. Veteran student volunteers will
share their experiences and answer your questions.
N4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Welcome Reception hosted by
Dr. Richard L. Edwards
Executive Vice President for
Academic Affairs
Rutgers Student Center Multipurpose Room,
College Avenue Campus
All new international students are invited to
this event being held in YOUR honor!
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7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Surviving & Thriving:
An evening of fun and entertainment!
Rutgers Student Center,
Multipurpose Room, CAC
Through entertaining skits and informal
conversations, the orientation volunteer team
offers helpful hints and lots of laughs.
Thursday, August 29
d
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Teaching Assistant Orientation, Day 2
Rutgers Student Center, Multipurpose Room, CAC
(Breakfast and lunch will be served)
See session of same title on Wednesday, August 28, at
8:30 AM for description.
9:00 AM - 1:30 PM (varying start & end times)
Undergraduate Academic Advising Sessions
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Name of Undergraduate School
and Location
Time
School of Environmental &
Biological Sciences
Foran Hall, Room 138A,
Cook Campus
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
School of Arts & Sciences
1st Year & Transfer Students
Tillett Hall, Room 232, Livingston
Campus
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
School of Engineering
Transfer Students:
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
First Years Students:
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Engineering Building, Room B100,
Busch Campus
School of Pharmacy
William Levine Hall, Room 102-C,
Busch Campus
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mason Gross School of the Arts
Civic Square Building, Dean’s
Office, 33 Livingston Ave.,
New Brunswick
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rutgers Business School:
Academic Advising Overview
Beck Hall Auditorium,
Livingston Campus
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Computing on Campus
PC-IML Room 156, Records Hall, CAC
(Space limited to first 29 students)
See session of same title on Wednesday, August 28, at
9:30 AM for description.
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Public Transportation
Van Dyck Hall, Room 211, CAC
You don’t have to have a car to get to fun, interesting,
and useful destinations. Experienced volunteers will
share their knowledge and experience of local and
long-distance transportation options that will help you
maximize your mobility around New Brunswick and
surrounding area.
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10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
SCREAM Theater
Voorhees Hall, Room 105,
CAC
See session of same title on
Tuesday, August 27, at 1:00
PM for description.
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Shopping Trips by Shuttle
(schedule in orientation packet)
Groups form on Richardson St. side of 180 College Ave.
Shuttle service to local shopping center for food and
household items.
Repeated daily.
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10:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Staying in Legal Status in the U.S.
Scott Hall, Room 135, CAC
Only for students who have already completed
“Check-In and Document Verification.”
See session of same title on Wednesday, August 28, at
10:15 AM for description.
Repeated daily.
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Check-In and Document Verification
180 College Avenue, CAC
Bring passport, I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1
students). All students who have not yet checked-in
must attend this session by Friday of this week.
Repeated daily.
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Social Security Applications
Bus will depart from 180 College Ave. at 10:30 AM.
SSN bus schedule in orientation packet. You MUST bring
ALL of the following documents:
■ Passport (original)
■ Printout of I-94 and I-20 or DS-2019 (original)
■ F-1/J-1 students on Rutgers visa sponsorship: “SSN job
confirmation letter” or TA/GA/Fellowship offer letter
■ J-1 Students on non-Rutgers visa sponsorship: “SSN
job confirmation letter” OR job offer letter and letter
from sponsoring agency authorizing on-campus work.
Students must have attended sessions on “Check-In
& Document Verification” & “Staying in Legal Status”
before applying for the SSN. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenting your Work: Classroom, Culture, &
University Policies Regarding Academic Integrity
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
See session of same title on Tuesday, August 27, at
11:00 AM for description.
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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Downtown New Brunswick Walking Tour
Groups form in front of 180 College Avenue, CAC
Walk to downtown New Brunswick buildings, banks,
and stores.
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Tastes of the States:
An American Food Fest
Brower Commons
Dining Hall, CAC
Join us in exploring “Tastes of the States”
through flavors, favorites, and fun games
respresentative of different states of America.
**Win an orientation T-shirt & other prizes!
Drawing at 5:30 PM. You must be there to WIN.
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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
International Friendship Program (IFP)
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
The IFP brings international students together with
American friends from Rutgers and its surrounding
communities for the purpose of sharing friendship,
cross-cultural exchange, and English language
practice. Join us at this information session and sign
up!
Repeated on Friday, August 30, at 3:00 PM.
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Be Alert: Safety Matters
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
Information session on the role of university police,
the community policing program, and tips on how to
protect yourself from becoming a victim of crime.
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Enjoy the thrilling, spectacular
Broadway show: THE LION KING!
Board the bus in front of
Brower Commons picnic.
Tickets must be purchased in advance at
Orientation Registration on August 26 or at 180
College Avenue thereafter. Tickets are $60 (non
-refundable) and include transportation to the
theater and back to your campus.
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3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Bicycle and Pedestrian Workshop
Murray Hall, Room 210, CAC
By New Jersey Ambassadors in Motion (NJ AIM). Learn
about the principles of traffic laws, helmetfitting, crash-avoidance, where to purchase (or rent) a
bike, proper signage, and how to ride safely at night.
Attendees will also learn how to serve as bicycle and
pedestrian Ambassadors throughout NJ. For more
info, please visit www.njbikeped.org.
Friday, August 30
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9:00 AM- 10:00 AM
Check-In and Document Verification
180 College Avenue, College Avenue Campus (CAC)
Bring passport, and I-20 or DS-2019. All students who
have not yet checked in must do so today!
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
TB Testing Step 2 (Reading)
Hurtado Health Center, CAC
For more information, see flyer in your orientation
packet. Cost: $20.
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Did you know? We are a place of history and
tradition. Founded in 1766, Rutgers is the eighth
oldest college in the nation. It is also the
birthplace of college football.
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Shopping Trips by Shuttle
(schedule in orientation packet)
Groups form on Richardson St. side of 180 College Ave.
Shuttle service to local shopping center for food and
household items.
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10:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Staying in Legal Status in the U.S.
Milledoler, Room 100, CAC
Only for students who have already completed
“Check-In and Document Verification.” See session of
same title on Wednesday, August 28, at 10:15 AM for
description.
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Health & Insurance Matters
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
See session of same title on Tuesday, August 27, at 1:00
PM for description.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Bringing Dependents to the U.S.
SC&I Building, Room 203, CAC
All students who wish to request immigration
documents for dependents in the near future must
attend. Program is offered once each month throughout the year at the Center for Global Services.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Living with Roommates
Van Dyck Hall, Room 211, CAC
See session of same title on Tuesday, August 27, at 2:15
PM for description.
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ISAC Graduate
Student Reception
Rutgers Student Activities Center,
613 George Street, CAC
Generously sponsored by ISAC, the
International Student Affairs Committee of the
Graduate Student Association (GSA). Come
snack and socialize with your new friends!
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8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Undergraduate Student Life Welcome
Livingston Student Center
Join Student Life at the Livingston Student
Center for ice cream and entertainment at the
Rutgers Zone! Free ice cream, a movie, and
new friends…come join us!
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Library Services
See session of same title on Wednesday, August 28, at
9:30 AM for description.
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Drop-Ins—Do You Still Have Questions?
SC&I Building, Room 203, CAC
Center staff and volunteers will be happy to assist you
with any unanswered questions.
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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
International Friendship Program (IFP)
SC&I Building, Room 212, CAC
See session of same title on Thursday, August 29, at 1:30
PM for description.
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3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
How to Access Campus & Community Resources
Milledoler Hall, Room 100, CAC
See session of same title on Monday, August 26, at 1:00
PM for description.
Did you know?
Almost 5,000 international students from 125
countries come to Rutgers to study.
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Zimmerli Museum (CAC)
Open Specially For You on Friday, Aug 30
The Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers
University is one of the largest & most
distinguished university-based museums in the
country. It collects, preserves,
researches, & exhibits world-class works of art
to provide the university community & diverse
regional, national, international audiences with
direct experience of the visual arts.
FREE ADMISSION for Rutgers Students
71 Hamilton St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
848.932.7237
zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu
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All tickets for trips and Broadway shows must
be puchased at Orientation Registration on
August 26 or 180 College Avenue thereafter.
Ticket prices vary by trip.
Saturday, August 31
All off-site trips for Saturday, August 31 are for graduate students only. Undergraduate students are highly
encouraged to participate in the New Student Convocation.
2013 New Student Convocation will take place on Saturday, August 31 at High Point Solutions Stadium on
Busch Campus. Visit convocation.rutgers.edu for event details.
Convocation is the formal university welcome event for the new Rutgers students featuring speeches by
students & administrators, as well as several performances. Convocation is followed by an outdoor BBQ
(remember your RUID) and Carnivalé.
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8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Trip to Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
Board bus at campus
centers according to
schedule on your ticket.
Visit historical sites, museums, shops,
cafes, and parks on the banks of the
Delaware River. The cost is $10 for
round-trip transportation; students
pay for their own costs in
Philadelphia.
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11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Broadway Matinee: Watch
the legendary love story
magically come to life in
THE PHANTOM OF THE
OPERA
Board the bus in front of
180 College Ave.
Tickets are $40 (nonrefundable) and include
transportation to the theater and
back to your campus.
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11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Broadway Matinee: Enjoy
the thrilling, spectacular
show:
THE LION KING!
Board the bus in front of
180 College Ave.
Tickets are $60 (nonrefundable) and include
transportation to the theater and
back to your campus.
Sunday, September 8
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11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Broadway Matinee: See
the thrilling superhero
adventure Spiderman Turn off the Dark!
Board the bus in front of
180 College Ave.
Tickets are $30 (nonrefundable) and include
transportation to the theater and
back to your campus.
Wednesday, September 18
In case you are unable to get a ticket for a trip
or a show at this time, please note that we will be
offering a variety of exciting trip options during
the year as well!
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12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Broadway Matinee: Enjoy
Broadway’s smash hit–
JERSEY BOYS!
Board the bus in front of
180 College Ave.
Tickets are $30 (nonrefundable) and include
transportation to the theater and
back to your campus.
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12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Broadway Matinee: Fall in
Love with the new
musical-First Date
Board the bus in front of
180 College Ave.
Tickets are $20 (nonrefundable) and include
transportation to the theater and
back to your campus.
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6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
International Student Day at the United Nations, NY
Enjoy this exciting opportunity to discover United Nations
Headquarters and get a behind- the-scenes view of the
Organization at work. Participate in the International Day
of
Peace ceremony and student conference.
Board the bus in front of 180 College Ave.
Tickets are $20 (non-refundable) and
include transportation NY and back.
Upcoming
Events
International Friendship Program
(IFP) Welcome Party
Thursday, September 5
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Red Lion Cafe
Rutgers Student Center CAC
All IFP members and those
interested in IFP are welcome to
this first event of the year! For more
information see the IFP handout
in your packet or contact Carissa
McCarthy at
carissam@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu
Douglass International Student
Association Welcome Event
Friday, September 6
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Douglass Campus Center
Trayes Hall
This fun-filled event will feature
performances, a sampling of food,
and the opportunity to make
new friends. Whether you are an
international student, have a close
connection with another country,
or are just interested in learning
about and meeting people from
other cultures, we would love to
have you there! For more
information about the Douglass
International Student Assocation
(DISA), please visit
http://douglass.rutgers.edu/
Rutgers International
Student Association (RISA)
Undergraduate Student
Reception
Thursday, September 5
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Red Lion Cafe
Rutgers Student Center CAC
Welcome to RISA, the Rutgers
International Student Association
(for undergraduate students). Get
involved, find out about
leadership opportunities, make
friends, and be the first to know
about RISA’s exciting events for
the upcoming year! For more
details see the RISA handout in
your packet or send an email to
isa.rutgers.nj@gmail.com.
Get Involved
on Campus!!
The Korean Student Association
New Student Orientation
Sunday, September 8
Time TBA, Livingston Student
Center Multipurpose Room
Rutgers Chinese Student &
Scholar Association Orientation
Sunday, September 1
8:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Allison Road Classroom (ARC),
Room 103, Busch Campus
Rutgers Indian Graduate
Student Association (RIGSA)
rigsa.rutgers.edu
The Association for
Indians at Rutgers (AIR)
ruair.webs.com
TWESE, Association of Africans
and Friends of Africa
rutwese.weebly.com
The International Student Affairs
Committee (ISAC)
Social Hour
Friday, September 13
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Busch Campus Center
All graduate students are
welcome to this first Social Hour of
the year. Come and meet veteran
international grad students! For
more information see the ISAC
brochure in your packet or email
at isac@gsa.rutgers.edu.
Turkish Student Association
ruturkish.wordpress.com
Taiwanese American
Student Association (TASA)
rutgerstasa.org
Involvement Fairs
The Fall and Spring Involvement
Fairs are a great way to learn
more about the 300+ student
organizations, the 60+ fraternities
and sororities, and numerous
departments. Visit the displays,
talk with members, ask questions
and pick up information.
The 2013 Fall Involvement Fair will
be held on Monday, September
2nd, 2013 on College Ave
Campus from 2:00 - 6:00 PM.
Come meet the world
at Rutgers!
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6:00 PM
5:00 PM
4:00 PM
3:00 PM
2:00 PM
1:00 PM
12:00 PM
11:00 AM
10:00 AM
9:00 AM
8:00 AM
7:00 AM
Picnic at
Buccleuch Park
5:30-7:00
Program
Registration &
Welcome
9:00-10:20
Information Fair &
Ticket Sales
10:30 - Noon
Monday,
August 26
Ice Cream Social
7:00-8:00
Tuesday,
August 27
Surviving & Thriving
7:00-8:15
Welcome Reception
4:30-5:45
Wednesday,
August 28
International Food
Fest & Games
5:00-7:00
Thursday,
August 29
ISAC Graduate
Student Reception
5:00-7:30
Friday,
August 30
Saturday,
August 31
Personal Schedule, Monday, August 26 - Saturday, August 31
WELCOME!
Our office (previously known as the Center for International
Faculty & Student Services) has very recently transitioned to
a new name, the Center for Global Services, your source for
international faculty and student services.
Please visit us at globalservices.rutgers.edu for orientation
related information and a variety of resources.
It doesn’t end here! Information sessions, workshops, social
events, and other activities are regularly announced on the
Center for Global Services website.
Now find us on Facebook by searching:
“Center for Global Services”