Below is an example schedule of a previous International Orientation. Check back soon for the updated schedule!
International Orientation Schedule
Virtual Orientation Sessions
There are two mandatory virtual orientation sessions that must be completed before Tuesday, August 13.
| Tuesday, August 12 | ||||
| 10am - 11:30am | MANDATORY CSU Health Network | Learn more about the many health care resources available to CSU students, as well as about health insurance and vaccine requirements. | Virtual, on zoom | View recording here |
| Complete on your own before August 19 | MANDATORY Immigration Information | Learn about important immigration requirements necessary while you are in the U.S. | Virtual, on Canvas | Access Canvas module here. |
| Complete on your own before classes | MANDATORY Academic Integrity | Learn about important policies to keep you in academic status, including the importance of citations, what constitutes cheating or plagiarism, the honor code, and more. | Virtual, on Canvas | Access Canvas module here. |
In-Person Orientation Sessions
The below schedule contains mandatory and optional in-person sessions and events happening during the week of August 12-16.
| Monday, August 17 | Location | ||
| 9:30am - 11:30am | Optional Transportation Workshop, Bike Ride & tour | Learn about transportation in Fort Collins. Enjoy a bike ride tour of campus and get a free bike helmet. | Guggenheim Building Room 107 |
| 12 - 4pm | Optional First National Bank | Open a bank account with First National Bank. Bring your passport, I-20, CSU ID number/email, and US address. | Lory Student Center Room 322 |
| 1 - 4pm | Optional Shopping Trip | Head to Target with us to pick up some essentials to help you get settled! | Meet at Laurel Hall |
| 4 - 6pm | Optional Paint and Sip | Unleash your creativity, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, sip on your favorite non-alcoholic beverages, have some snacks, and connect with fellow students. All materials will be provided—just bring your enthusiasm! | Meet at Laurel Hall |
| Tuesday, August 18 | Location | ||
| 8am - 8:45am | MANDATORY for ALL Students Check-in & Resource Fair | Check-in and complete your Immigration Document Review, then explore on-campus resources. | Lory Student Center Ballrooms A/B |
| 8:45am - 5 pm | MANDATORY for ALL Students Orientation Programming | Attend mandatory sessions for new international students at CSU. There will be a lunch break during these mandatory sessions. | Lory Student Center Ballrooms A/B |
| 5 - 7pm | OPTIONAL for ALL Students Karaoke Night | Join us for an evening of music and performances where students shine and everyone enjoys free food and a fun afternoon at one of Fort Collins' local gems | The Colorado Room (642 S College Ave) |
| Wednesday, August 20 | Location | ||
| 10am - 12pm | OPTIONAL Exploring Green Spaces | Join us on a nice walk while exploring some of the green spaces around campus and end with a sweet treat. Enjoy ice cream and/or coffee after. | Meet at Laurel Hall |
| 2:30pm - 3:30pm | MANDATORY for sponsored students Sponsored Student Orientation | Review sponsored student information with ISSS immigration advisors. | Lory Student Center Room 312 |
| Thursday, August 20 | Details | ||
| MANDATORY FOR UNDERGRADS Ram Welcome activities. | Ram Welcome activities for all new students (domestic and international). | See Schedule here | |
| MANDATORY FOR GRADS Graduate School Programming | Check with your department | ||
| Saturday, August 18 | Location | ||
| 10am - 1pm | Optional Household Goods Giveaway | Come pick up items for your kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms... and much more! | Plymouth UCC Church, 916 W. Prospect Rd. |