International Orientation is for all new international students. All new international students are expected to arrive on campus no later than Sunday, August 20th for International Student Orientation.
The Intercultural Center requires all incoming undergraduate international students to participate in International Orientation. This program will run for several days before the beginning of classes.
The program provides international students with an early start on their RWU experience. During these days, the newcomers will not only get ready to face college life, but will also make friends that will last throughout their college years and beyond.
International Orientation will give you a chance to recover from travel fatigue and confusion before plunging into other orientation activities and academic tasks. During this period you will have the opportunity to meet many of your new classmates and University staff members who will assist you during your first year.
Program Goals
Our program provides the unique opportunity to ask questions and discuss issues with staff and students from throughout the University, including health services, campus safety and academic departments.
You will also get to know the Orientation Advisors - returning RWU students who will help you make a smooth transition to RWU. These experienced international and American students will be there to answer any questions you might have about this exciting new part of your life. And before you begin to think orientation is all work and no play, we remind you that the program includes some great social activities as well.
You will be sent more an orientation schedule and additional information in early August.
If you have questions, email us at: orientation@rwu.edu or mkrueger@rwu.edu.
It is expected that you attend International Student Orientation. Please make every effort to be here for this important program! If your family is traveling with you to Roger Williams, they will also have a chance to participate in some orientation activities of their own. Please note, though, that even if your family will be here sightseeing, you are still expected to attend all orientation sessions.
Additional Infomation
Do you need to be picked up at the airport or bus station? If so, please take advantage of our Meet and Greet Program.
Notify the Intercultural Center by e-mailing mkrueger@rwu.edu or, if you prefer, you may telephone the office 401-254-3121 or fax us the information 401-254-3688.
Be sure to let us know the name of the airline, flight number, the time and date of arrival, and an emergency contact number, in case your flight is delayed. We will respond to your request to confirm that we have received it and will be able to pick you up. The request for us to meet you at the airport or bus station should be made at least two weeks before your arrival in Rhode Island.