SDSUI.V. Campus International Student Orientation

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SDSU-I.V. CampusInternational Student Orientation

• August 27, 2008
• 900 am 430 pm

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Welcome and Introductions

• Miriam C. Castañón International/Graduate
• Programs Coordinator
• Dr. Stephen Roeder
• Campus Dean
• Miguel RahiotisAssistant Deanfor Student Affairs

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Introductions

• 12 International Students
• Finland Vaasa (3)
• France - Sup de Co (2)
• Germany -Viadrina (4)
• Japan (1)
• Mexico (2)

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Why are you here??

• Here??
• Where is here??..

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Brief Overview of Imperial Valley SDSU/IVC
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Maps provided

• Imperial County
• Calexico, Calipatria, Holtville, El Centro,
  Heber, Westmorland, Niland, Brawley
• Mexicali, Mexico
• California
• San Diego Area
• Los Angeles Orange Counties

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In our surroundings

• Las Vegas, NV 300 miles
• Phoenix, AZ 250 miles
• Los Angeles, CA 225 miles
• San Diego, CA 125 miles
• Mexicali, Mexico 6 blocks
• Desert, Snow, Ocean/Beaches, Sand Dunes,
  Mountains, etc

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SDSU/IVC
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Why are you here?? and How do you get the
most out of being here??
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WHY??

• To obtain a degree from SDSU
• To take courses and obtain credit at home
  institution
• To learn about a different educational system
• To make friends
• To learn about the US culture
• To acquire a global world-view

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First.

• Understanding and dealing with
• Culture Shock
• will help you get
• to where you want to be

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Cross Cultural Adjustment Cycle

Honeymoon Period
Acceptance Integration
Reintegration
Initial Adjustment
Return Anxiety
Reentry Shock
Mental Isolation

• Application
• Anxiety

Culture Shock
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Suggestions for dealing with Culture Shock

• Keep in touch with friends and family
• Try not to dwell on negative things about the US
  culture
• Find out where people meet and socialize
• Take care of yourself..... By exercising, getting
  enough sleep, eating properly
• Keep your sense of humor!!!!

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Howdo you get the most out of being here??

• By maintaining your GPA
• By participating in class
• By meeting new classmates
• By exploring extracurricular activities
• By interacting with people everywhere you go
• By following SDSU guidelines

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Break 10 minutes
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Cheating, Plagiarismand Student Conduct

• Miguel Rahiotis
• Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

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Lunch at Hometown Buffet
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Housing Issues

• Debbie Collet
• Senior Property Manager, SDSU Foundation
• Jon LJ Edney
• Property Management

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Class Schedule

• Review Class Schedule
• Grade, Credit/No Credit and Audit classes
• For classes added during late registration, you
  will need an add code provided only by
  instructor
• Last day to add/drop/make changes
• Monday, September 22, 2008

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Undergraduates

• All must register for a minimum of 12 units
• Exchange students must check with home
  institution to see what classes transfer
• Int. students should see advisor
• MPA Ms. Barbara Romero or bromero_at_mail.sdsu.edu

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Graduates

• Graduate Students must register for minimum of 9
  units
• MSBA exchange students must register as fallows
• Fall 2008 ACCT 661, MGT 723 Econ 565 and
  approved elective
• Spring 2009 IDS 753, MGT 710, MKT 767 and FIN
  654
• Summer 2009 MGT 790 and approved elective

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Cultural Academic Differences

• Once a Week Classes (procrastination)
• Forms for Everything
• Fees (possibility of increasing)
• Graduation is not Automatic
• Class Attendance is Required

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Break 10 minutes
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Information Technology Services and Support

• Javier Fajardo
• Information Technology
• Manager

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Health Services and On-Campus Employment

• Veronica Vadillo-Santiago
• Health Services and Work Study Coordinator

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Other Important Issues

• Student RED ID Number - memorize
• Student ID Card
• Drivers License
• Bank Account
• Copies/Fax
• Local Transportation

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Academic Calendar

• Academic Calendar
• Plan vacation times accordingly
• You can not leave before final exams

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Preparing for Spring 2009

• Purchase Health Insurance and Remove F Hold
• Provide Proof of Immunizations
• (Measles and Rubella)
• Pay Registration Fees
• Select and Register for Classes
• IMPORTANT!!!

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Reminder SD Orientation

• Mandatory Orientation San Diego Campus (F and J
  Immigration Regulations)
• Friday, September 19, 2008
• Departure from Campus Parking Lot at 745 am (on
  time)
• Return to the Campus approx. 500 pm

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IMPORTANTAll must take passport, I-94, and I-20
or DS2019
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Counseling Services

• If you are considering counseling services for
  yourself or if you are concerned about a friend,
  our therapists want to talk directly with you by
  phone for a brief 10-15 minute consultation. This
  conversation will allow the therapist to hear
  your concerns and help identify the best way for
  you to get the help you need.
• Call [phone] between the hours of 830 am
  and 4 pm and ask for a consultation with a
  therapists.
• http//www.sa.sdsu.edu/cps/index.html

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ASC Introductions and Student Panel

• Ricky Valenzuela
• ASC President
• and
• AS Council Members

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Questions???