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Miami University International Student Orientation

Welcome, Fall 2021 Cohort of International Students!

Missed a past newsletter? Read previous Orientation Newsletters!

In this issue, read about:

Arrival Checklist
Arrival and Check-In Procedures
Quarantine Procedures
Packing Suggestions
Contact Information and Support During Arrival

Arrival Checklist

Please make sure you have completed the following before your arrival to the U.S or to campus:

Submit "Fall 2021 Study Plan Confirmation" in InterLink
Submit COVID-19 Vaccination Documents to MedProctor if you have them
Submit Miami ID Photo
Confirm your Rooming Assignment if living on campus
Review ISSS webpage on Fall 2021 and Entering the U.S.
Confirm that you have already registered for classes (check "student" tab in MyMiami)
- Or, prepare for placement testing, academic advising and course registration during orientation. Those who still need placement testing and academic advising will receive additional details via their Miami email.
Understand your quarantine requirement and vaccination status
Complete all Canvas modules before attending in-person orientation
Check your MiamiOH.edu email inbox for updates

Airport Pickup and Check-In Procedures

Airport Pickup

August 12, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

ISSS staff and iPOLs will be at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cincinnati Airport checking in those students who registered for transportation to campus.

Check-in with ISSS

August 12 - August 20, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Undergraduate students arriving on their own should check in at the International Student Center, MacMillan Hall, room 017 (enter through the back parking lot of MacMillan Hall).

During check-in, students will receive their Miami ID Card (or be directed to Campus Services if necessary), orientation schedule, iPOL small group assignment, student health service appointment details, and other orientation materials.

Quarantining On Campus

Those quarantining on campus are expected to remain in their assigned residence hall rooms, with the exception of the visit to Student Health Services on August 15 for COVID 19 testing.

Linens (blanket, sheet, pillow, and towels) will be temporarily provided until the quarantine period ends.

For meals during quarantine, students can use the Food Request Form from Miami Food and Beverage to order food to their room. Check the daily menu and please make sure to submit food orders in advance - the day prior to delivery (see the Food Request Form for how to order). Meals will with charged to students' meal plan swipes.

Students can also use other meal delivery services that deliver to residence halls.

Students who are expecting to quarantine upon their arrival to campus on August 12 should order their meals for that day before they arrive to campus!

Quarantining On-Campus Food Request Form

Quarantine Release

Students who are quarantining will NOT receive a notice of quarantine release but can consider their quarantine period to have begun upon their initial entry into the U.S. and end 7 days thereafter.

Suggestions for Packing Your Bags

Do not pack more than you can physically carry. Even if you are registered for airport hotel to campus transporation, you will be responsible for carrying your luggage to your residence hall or apartment.

Recommendation during travel: always have important documents (Passport, tickets, I-20/DS-2019, etc.) on your person - not in your checked baggage. Carry a change of clothes and necessary toiletries.

Recommended items to bring when you come to Miami University

$250 in cash or credit/debit card that can be used in the U.S. to get you through your first few days before opening a bank account. (Note: ISSS does not recommend bringing large amounts of cash with you when traveling. Also note that Miami’s Oxford campus is cashless and does not accept paper money as a form of payment.)
Smart Phone with relevant apps downloaded (Duo, Canvas, ridesharing, maps, etc.) and charger for U.S. electrical outlets
Clothing appropriate for the season. Check the weather for Oxford, OH before travel.
Comfortable walking shoes
Rain and sun protection (umbrella, hat, sunscreen lotion, etc.)
Toiletries (travel sized: toothbrush and tooth paste, shampoo, body wash, etc.)
Snacks and a water bottle to have on hand until you can purchase food in a dining hall, restaurant or grocery store
Facemask and hand sanitizer

Items you may buy in Oxford:

Bedding (pillow, blanket, sheets, etc.) and towels
Laundry basket, detergent, iron & ironing board, hangers
Television, fan, kettle, or other appliances and electronics
Dishes and cooking utensils
School supplies: pens, paper, folders, etc.

Contact Information and Support During Orienation

In-person support (M-F, 8am-5pm): MacMillan Hall, International Student Center, room 017

General Questions Phone (M-F, 8am-5pm): +1-513-529-8600

Arrival Emergencies Phone (24/7, texting availability): +1-513-582-8737

MUPD: On-Campus Health/Safety Emergencies Phone (24/7): +1-513-529-2222

Email: international@MiamiOH.edu

Website: MiamiOH.edu/international

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