OIS Programs

OIS sponsors numerous unique and exciting programs designed to foster cross-cultural exchange within the campus and Triangle communities. International students, scholars, family members, American students, NC State faculty and staff, and community members are encouraged to participate. The benefits of these programs extend to all who take part.

For NC State’s international community, each program provides an additional way to interact with Americans outside of the classroom and learn firsthand about American culture. Together, they promote a more fulfilling experience at NC State University. Whether you enjoy volunteer work, would like to share your own culture through presentations and performances, want the opportunity to practice English with native speakers or simply want continued interaction with the campus and Raleigh communities, we have a program for you!

Through involvement, American participants will learn about other cultures and assist students and scholars, through friendship, in their transition to the United States. The international community represents a wide range of countries and cultures and combines to bring the world to NC State. At OIS, our programs range in time commitment so we have a program to fit any availability. From one time meal hosting through our Breaking Bread program to weekly volunteering at English Conversation Club, we have something for everyone!

What’s going on at OIS?

	August 2019
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				1 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 1, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	2	3
4	5 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 5, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	6 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 6, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	7 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 7, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details F-2/J-2 Dependent Check-in F-2/J-2 Dependent Check-in August 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Daniels Hall 320 Students and scholars are encouraged to schedule a separate check-in appointment for their dependent (spouse).Please note: Dependent check-in is required for J-2 visa holders. During a dependent check-in the OIS staff reviews resources for dependents and provides a general introduction to life in the United States, and Raleigh more specifically. All spouses must bring their immigration documents with them to the check-in: I-20 or DS-2019, passport, visa, and I-94 printout. J-2 visa holders must also provide proof of health insurance coverage (insurance card and benefits page). Registration is required. To register or learn more about the dependent check-in, visit our Family Resource page. See more details • •	8 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 8, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	9 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 9, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	10
11	12 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 12, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	13 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 13, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details •	14 New International Graduate Orientation New International Graduate Orientation August 14, 2019 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Talley Student Union This orientation is required of all new international graduate students attending NC State on a F-1 or J-1 student visa. More information can be found on our orientation webpage. See more details New International Undergraduate Orientation New International Undergraduate Orientation August 14, 2019 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Nelson Hall, room 3400 See more details • •	15 Information Fair Information Fair August 15, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Talley Student Union Ballroom New students are encouraged to attend to meet with several important campus offices, student organizations, and community groups. The Information Fair is a great place to discover many of the valuable resources NC State has to offer in one, easy-to-access location. The Information Fair is optional, but recommended and is open to all new international students. See more details Mini Sessions Mini Sessions August 15, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Engineering Building II, Engineering Bldg II, 890 Oval Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA OIS Mini-Sessions are short, conference-style sessions that will provide new students with more details about NC State and community resources. Topics will include: Getting Around Without a Car, Driving in North Carolina, Practical (Consumer) Matters, University Recreation and Intramural Sports, Student Legal Services, the City of Raleigh, and more! The sessions are optional, but recommended. See more details New International Undergraduate Orientation New International Undergraduate Orientation August 15, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Nelson Hall, room 3400 See more details • • •	16 Check-in Sessions Available Check-in Sessions Available August 16, 2019 All new international students on F-1 or J-1 visas must check in with OIS as soon as possible after arriving in the U.S. OIS Check-in is mandatory for all new international students so that we may meet you in person and have a record of your arrival. At Check-in, OIS staff will scan your immigration documents and provide important information regarding your immigration status, as well as a checklist to help you accomplish important tasks upon your arrival to NC State. Please visit the OIS Check-in webpage to register for a check-in session. An appointment is required. See more details New International Undergraduate Orientation New International Undergraduate Orientation August 16, 2019 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Nelson Hall, room 3400 See more details • •	17
18	19	20	21 First Day of Classes First Day of Classes August 21, 2019 See more details F-2/J-2 Dependent Check-in F-2/J-2 Dependent Check-in August 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Daniels Hall 320 Students and scholars are encouraged to schedule a separate check-in appointment for their dependent (spouse).Please note: Dependent check-in is required for J-2 visa holders. During a dependent check-in the OIS staff reviews resources for dependents and provides a general introduction to life in the United States, and Raleigh more specifically. All spouses must bring their immigration documents with them to the check-in: I-20 or DS-2019, passport, visa, and I-94 printout. J-2 visa holders must also provide proof of health insurance coverage (insurance card and benefits page). Registration is required. To register or learn more about the dependent check-in, visit our Family Resource page. See more details Global Welcome Celebration Global Welcome Celebration August 21, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm NC State Memorial Bell Tower Lawn Head to the lawn between the Bell Tower and Primrose Hall for a global welcome to NC State! Enjoy games, free food, pictures with the Bell Tower, and a behind the scenes Bell Tower tour. See you there! See more details • • •	22	23 English Conversation Club (Main Campus) English Conversation Club (Main Campus) August 23, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Daniels Hall See more details •	24 Packapalooza! Packapalooza! August 24, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm Hillsborough Street, Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, USA Head to Hillsborough Street for NC State's street festival to kick off the Fall 2019 semester. This event is free and will feature activities, music, and more! https://packapalooza.ncsu.edu/ See more details •
25	26 International Tea Time International Tea Time August 26, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Wolf Ridge Apartments, Tower Hall, 1910 Entrepreneur Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA Tea and light snacks around the world will be served. Meet peers, learn about different cultures, relax and support each other. All students are welcome to attend. No registration is required. International Tea Time meets in the Multipurpose Room of the Wolf Ridge Tower next to Oval Dining and the Pack Shop. https://internationalservices.ncsu.edu/2017/02/23/international-tea-time-on-centennial-campus/ See more details •	27	28 Social Security Campus Visit Social Security Campus Visit August 28, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Duke Energy Hall at Hunt Library See more details •	29	30 English Conversation Club (Main Campus) English Conversation Club (Main Campus) August 30, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Daniels Hall See more details •	31

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