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Google Hangout On Air For New Int’l Students
by International Student Services Pacific Lutheran University
July 17, 2014
Welcome to Our Google Hangout!
IntroductionsNew Student OrientationInternational Student PopulationRemindersQuestions and Answers
Introductions
Kindra GalanInternational Peer Advisor
Akane YamaguchiAssociate Director of Int’l Student Services
Shuying WangInternational Admissions Intern
New Student Orientation (NSO)● Sunday, August 31- Monday, September 8
o First 5 days are designed specially for int’l students● By participating in NSO, you will experience smooth
transition into the PLU Community by: o becoming familiar with the campuso being prepare for PLU courseso getting to know your classmateso understanding PLU’s many services and resourceso and understand how to maintain and use benefit of
your non-immigrant student status (F & J visas)
Who is going to participate in NSO?
● 85 students from 21 different countries!o Top 5 countries of origins
Norway (28) Denmark (13) China (11) Saudi Arabia (7) Vietnam (5)
● Plus 700 American students!
New Int’l Student Types for Fall
● Transfer (34)● Non-degree undergraduate (18)● First year (15)● Graduate (12)● Non-degree graduate (6)
Get Ready for NSO!
● Read “New Students” section of ISS website● Read pre-departure newsletters● Reserve your spots NOW for…
o On the Roado Global Campus Connectiono The HOMe Programo Common Reading Program
For Students w/ On-Campus Housing
● Send arrival info and request airport pick up● Prepare linens for your room
Questions & Answers!Submit YOUR Questions Online!
Q: Do I have to mail all documents?
A: Official transcript must be sent via postal mail. Other documents such as Health History Form can be scanned and emailed to address specified on forms. More info about sending official transcripts
Q: How do I get from the airport to PLU?
A: Seattle Tacoma International Airport is about 40 minutes by car to PLU Campus!Arrange a personal airport-pick up service or shuttle in advance!
Q: Can I move in earlier than August 31?
We ask students with on-campus housing to move in on either Sunday, August 31 or Monday, September 1st. If you have difficulty moving in on these days, please email [email protected] explaning your particulat situation!
Q: What’s the weather like?
A: In the puget sound region of Washington state, you can experience four seasons. We only get several days of really hot weather or snow. You will need variety of clothing and shoes. It will be handy to have a waterproof jacket with a hood and a pair of waterproof shoes/boots. People here also tend to dress in layers and very casual on campus.
Q: Does my on-campus room comes w/ linens?
A: Your room will be furnished with a bed, a mattress, a desk and shelvings but otherwise empty! Please arrange your own linens including bedding sheets, comforters, pillows, towels, etc… Linens and BeddingsSuggested Items to Bring For Your Room
Q: Can I ship items to my on-campus address?
A: Please alert Mail Services in advance! Otherwise, your items will be shipped back to the sender! To learn more, visit this page.
What your on-campus address looks like:Your Full Name
Residence Hall Name, Room #Pacific Lutheran UniversityTacoma, WA 98447 USA
Q: What else should I bring?
A: We recommend you to bring items or traditional clothing from your home country! During Fall, there will be some event in which you can participate to showcase your country.
