Description: Representatives from the Ann Arbor Social Security office will help international students, scholars, and their dependents who are affiliated with U-M apply for a social security number and card or for a “letter of ineligibility”. Please arrive at the time specified.
Description: Gain insight into the resources and services available at the library and learn strategies for efficiently finding information for your research projects.
Join a U-M Librarian as the questions below are explored:
Description: Every country has norms for what is acceptable and unacceptable, and similarly for what is legal and illegal in that particular country. This session will offer important information on what is and is not permitted in the United States. Learn this information now; don’t risk being embarrassed, or even fined or arrested!
Description: This presentation will cover detailed information about how to use the University's required health insurance (the International Student/Scholar Health Insurance Plan). You'll learn how and where to obtain medical treatment if you need it and how to avoid unnecessary expenses by understanding how this health insurance works.
This session is being offered as part of International Orientation; however, registration is open to continuing students, as well.
Description: The psychologists at the Counseling and Psychological Services will explain what stress is, discuss stressful experiences that international students may go through, talk about mental health and how to get help, and provide tools to manage stress.
This workshop is co-sponsored by Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
This session is being offered as part of International Orientation; however, registration is open to continuing students, as well.
Description: Are you new to driving in the United States? Driving conditions and customs may be different than what you are used to in your home country. This workshop will provide information to help you prepare for driving in the U.S., including driving tips, driving etiquette, and important skills to keep you safe on the roads in good and bad weather.
This workshop is co-sponsored by Michigan AAA.
Important Information:
Description: If you are a new Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) or Graduate Student Research Assistant (GSRA) or a student whose fellowship will include GradCare insurance, come to this workshop for a brief explanation about how insurance works in the U.S., followed by information about selecting and using your insurance plan, including information about some important deadlines. The insurance coverage and other benefits you receive as a GSI/GSRA are very valuable but can be confusing -- this is your chance to learn from experts.
Description: This workshop will answer questions about starting a bank account, using your bank account, keeping track of your money, protecting yourself from “identity theft,” ongoing financial issues, and different kinds of accounts.
This workshop is co-sponsored by PNC Bank.
Description: This session is designed for international students and scholars who are interested in learning about basic eligibility requirements and specific procedures for H-1B visas. The program will conclude with time for questions.
Presenter: Dawn Welk Wise from the Law Firm of Irani & Wise.
