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Miami University International Student Orientation

Welcome, Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 Cohort of International Students!

Missed a past newsletter? Read previous Orientation Newsletters!

In this issue, read about:

Are You Planning to Attend In-Person Orientation?
Living on Campus and Early Move-In
U.S. Healthcare and Health Insurance
Phones and Technology
Academic Support Resources

Are You Planning to Attend In-Person Orientation?

Reminder that all international students arriving to Miami for the first time are encouraged to register for the in-person orientation taking place August 17-19. After completing the in-person orientation registration form, students can update their information anytime.

Complete/Update Registration for Optional In-Person Orientation

ipols leading a group of new students through campus

You are encouraged to use the ISSS transportation option for your arrival to campus so that you can be guided through the arrival process by International Peer Orientation Leaders (iPOLs).

Please complete the in-person orientation form and transportation registration by August 1. Also be sure to submit your "Fall 2021 Study Plan Confirmation" in InterLink before your arrival.

If you have questions and want more information about campus life, COVID testing, vaccinations, and/or health and safety in general, please consider attending the pre-orientation webinar on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 8:00 AM, EDT.

Please be sure to keep checking the Online Orientation Canvas Modules and your MiamiOH.edu email address regularly and send any questions to international@MiamiOH.edu.

Living On Campus and Early Move-In

You should review your housing assignment and other information about living on campus. Students will soon receive information about move-in details. If you are not participating in the in-person orientation, but plan on moving in early, then you will need to request Fall pre-semester housing.

Overview of the U.S. Healthcare System

Heath Insurance

All international students studying in person will be automatically enrolled in the Miami University Aetna Student Health Plan. The health insurance requirement helps to protect students from the high cost of healthcare in the United States. Please review more health insurance information here.

Phones and Technology

hand holding phone looking at Miami's seal

All unlocked, GSM-ready phones will work in the U.S. once you activate a SIM card after your arrival. You can order a SIM card and set up a U.S. phone number before your arrival through CampusSIMS/Mint Mobile. Students can also receive a SIM card when they arrive to campus. Or, after arrival you can set up phone service through the MiTech Campus Store or at other stores in Oxford.

The MiTech Campus Store also has a Miami Student Laptop Program. If you plan to bring a laptop computer or electronic device from home, consider U.S. electrical outlets and charging compatibilities.

More packing suggestions will be shared in the next orientation newsletter. In the meantime, review the following top tech apps for Miami.

Duo Security (two factor authentication)
Canvas
Cbord Mobile ID
Buztrakr (local buses)
Rave Guardian (campus safety)
Miami University Events
GET (room access and ordering campus dining)

Did you know?

Miami's Academic Support Resources

During your studies at Miami, there may be moments when you need to utilize additional resources to ensure high-quality academic work. Several campus resources are available to you at no cost as a student.

The Rinella Learning Center
offers learning assessments, academic counseling and coaching, academic interventions, a study strategies course, a workshop series on effective study strategies, individual and group tutoring in high-demand subjects, and other specialized services.

There are two writing centers at Miami. The Howe Writing Center and English Language Learner Writing Center recognize that all writers have more to learn and provide free support to Miami students. The Howe Writing Center offers help with academic, personal, and professional writing at any stage in the writing process, from brainstorming to polishing. The ELL Writing Center offers more specialized help for students whose first language is not English and who need particular assistance with grammar, word usage, style, and punctuation.

Contact International Student and Scholar Services

Phone: +1-513-529-8600

Email: international@MiamiOH.edu

Website: MiamiOH.edu/international

Follow ISSS on WeChat and other social media

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Global Initiatives YouTube

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