Fall Orientation
International Undergraduate Student Orientation Schedule
Parents are encouraged to stop by the Welcome Center on Saturday if they have any questions and are invited to attend the Parent Orientation program on Tuesday if their schedule permits. In addition, all offices will be open on Monday and parents are welcome to stop by. If you have an emergency and require an immediate response, please contact the Emerson Police Department Office at 617-824-8555.
International Orientation is hosted in the fall semester only. A detailed schedule will be provide to you upon arrival.
Please note this schedule is subject to change.
Saturday, August 25, 2012
| 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
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Residence Halls open for all new International Students You may move into the residence halls. Please refer to the mid-July mailing from the Office of Housing and Residence Life. |
| 2:00 pm–5:00 pm |
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The Welcome Center: Cabaret, Little Building (80 Boylston Street), Lower Level The Welcome Center will provide information on computer and on-campus services, health insurance, and local banking services. Student photo identification cards will be issued at this time. Emerson College International Parents Leadership Council representatives will be present to welcome parents and answer questions. |
| 5:30 pm |
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Dinner: Little Building Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street , 2nd Floor Come meet the outstanding members of the Orientation Staff at dinner! |
| 7:00–8:30 pm |
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Welcome to Emerson! Cabaret, 80 Boylston Street, Lower Level This is your opportunity to relax while learning about the transitions and cultural adjustments experienced by international students. |
Sunday, August 26, 2012
| Parent Programs - see International Parent Orientation for this schedule |
| 7:00–8:45 am |
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| Breakfast: Little Building, Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street , 2nd Floor |
| 9:00–10:00 am |
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Introduction to International Student Orientation: Cabaret, 80 Boylston Street, Lower Level Find out what to expect this week and the rest of the academic year. Members of the administration and faculty will be in attendance to offer greetings. You will be assigned to an Orientation group at this time. |
| 10:10–11:00 am |
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Writing and Oral Communication Evaluation: Ansin Building, 180 Tremont Street, 2nd Floor, Classroom 203 |
| 11:30 am–12:20 pm |
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Center for Health and Wellness Information Session: Ansin Building, 180 Tremont St, 2nd Floor, Classroom 203 Find the answers to using the Center and the College insurance program. |
| 12:30–1:30 pm |
| Lunch: Little Building Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street, 2nd Floor |
| 2:15–3:45 pm |
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Computer and Library Orientations: by Orientation Group
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| 5:30 pm |
| Dinner: Little Building Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street, 2nd Floor |
| 6:30 pm |
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Dessert Reception: Multipurpose Room, 150 Boylston Street, 1st Floor |
| 9:00pm |
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Informal Orientation Group Activity: Campus Center Lobby, 150 Boylston Street, 1st Floor |
Monday, August 27, 2012
| 7:30–9:00 am |
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| Breakfast: Little Building Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street, 2nd Floor |
| 9:30–11:30 am |
| Session 1: Ansin Building, 180 Tremont Street, 2nd Floor Classrooms |
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Group A: Academic Advising Meeting, Room 205 Group B: Visa Issues Meeting / Campus Tour, Room 204 |
| 11:00am - 5:00pm |
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Submit Health Documents: 216 Tremont Street, Room 301, 3rd Floor Students can submit health forms at this time. |
| 11:45 am–12:45 pm |
| Lunch: Little Building Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street, 2nd Floor |
| 1:00–3:00 pm |
| Session 2: Ansin Building, 180 Tremont Street, 2nd Floor Classrooms |
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Group A: Visa Issues Meeting / Campus Tour, Room 204 Group B: Academic Advising Meeting, Room 205 |
| 5:30 pm |
| Dinner: Little Building, Dining Hall, 80 Boylston Street, 2nd floor |
| 7:15 pm |
| Meet with Orientation Leader (OL) group in various locations to walk to social event. |
| 8:00 pm |
| Social Program: Performance by George Watsky: Parampunt Mainstage, 555 Washington Street |
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
| 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
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U.S. students will move in. Come to the Welcome Center at the Bill Bordy Theater, 216 Tremont Street. Consult your Welcome Packet for meal hours and the Freshman Orientation Schedule or Transfer Orientation Schedule for activities. |
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