Welcome Series Events & New Student Resources

The Fall '23 orientation schedule is posted below! We look forward to engaging with you virtually for multiple important information sessions as you begin to make your travel plans. After you arrive, we welcome you to join us in person for a Fall 2023 Welcome Party! 

Fall 2023 Info Session

Please check out our Fall 2023 Info Session to learn more about attending Georgia Tech. https://mediaspace.gatech.edu/media/t/1_jvgnyll6

July 12 - Pre-Arrival, Check-In, and New Student Q&A 

This session will primarily feature information about the OIE required Check-in process and important pre-arrival information for new students and scholars. ISSS staff will also answer some new student frequently asked questions.  

This event was held on July 12. 

To view a recording of the event, click here: Fall 2023 Pre Arrival Webinar

Pre-Arrival Webinar Survey, click here.

 

July 19 - Health, Safety, and Wellness

This session will feature presentations from Wellness Empowerment Center, Student Health Services, GTPD, and the Counseling Center. Topics covered will include health and medical services at GT, health insurance for students, safety on-campus, scam awareness, and wellness services/resources. 

This event was held on July 19. 

To view a recording of the event, click here: Fall 2023 Health, Safety, and Wellness Recording

Health, Safety, and Wellness Survey, click here.

July 26 - How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder

In this session, we will focus on the federal regulations for F-1 and J-1 visa holders and review how to maintain visa status while at Georgia Tech. We will also briefly review pre-arrival and check-in information. All new international students and scholars need to plan to attend this very important session. 

This event was held on July 26. 

To view a recording of the event, please click here: How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Recording

How to Succeed Webinar Survey, click here.

August 2 - GT Traditions and U.S. 101

This session is a "crash course" on the U.S. and Georgia Tech. Topics covered include academics at GT and tips for navigating life in Atlanta. The Student Alumni Association (SAA) will be in attendance to teach students about GA Tech’s history and traditions. The Student Government Association (SGA) will also attend to share more about their role at GT. 

This event was held on August 2.

To view a recording of the event, please click here: GT Traditions and US 101 Recording

GT Traditions and US 101 Survey, click here.

August 8 - Ask Me Anything Panel

Have questions unrelated to immigration? Need help navigating life at GT? Join us for a student panel where you can ask your peers all of your non-immigration questions about the international student experience. We look forward to this session every semester as we always get lots of fun and interesting questions! Topics covered previously include food, TV shows, research experiences, immunizations, taking the bus, emailing professors, U.S. Southern slang, and more! 

This event was held on August 8. 

To view the recording for this event, click here: Fall 2023 Ask Me Anything Panel Recording.

Ask Me Anything Panel Survey, click here. 

August 9 - How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Make Up

In this session, we will focus on the federal regulations for F-1 and J-1 visa holders and review how to maintain visa status while at Georgia Tech. We will also briefly review pre-arrival and check-in information. All new international students and scholars need to plan to attend this very important session. 

This event was held on August 9.

To view the recording for this event, click here: How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Make Up Recording

August 16 - Get to Know Campus Scavenger Hunt

Date: August 16

Time: 1:00 PM EST

Location: Harrison Square

 

August 17 - Welcome Party

Date: August 17

Time: 3:30 - 5:30 PM EST

Location: Tech Green

 

In addition to the Welcome Series content above, the following Bilateral Exchange Student events content serves our incoming non-degree exchange student population as there are requirements, reminders, and engagement specific to their short-term program.

July 14 - Exchange Pre-Arrival Webinar 

This session will feature pre-arrival information specific to non-degree seeking bilateral exchange and TECHsplore students. ISSS staff will also answer some new student frequently asked questions.  

This event was held on July 14. 

To view a recording of the event, click here: Fall 2023 Exchange Webinar

 

August 17 - OIE Incoming Exchange Student FASET Session

The session takes place during the Exchange FASET Orientation offered by Georgia Tech's New Student and Transition Programs for non-degree seeking bilateral exchange and TECHsplore students. Information covered includes check-in, registration, how to pay one's bill, resources, and upcoming events. 

Date: August 17

Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

Location: TBA

 

August 23 - Exchange Welcome Reception

This event serves to welcome non-degree seeking bilateral exchange and TECHsplore students to Georgia Tech. Exchange students will have an opportunity to connect with their Land @ GT buddy and learn more about campus and community resources. 

Date: August 23

Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM EST

Location: Ferst Center Lobby

Pre-Arrival Communications

• Pre-Arrival E-mail #1 
• Pre-Arrival E-mail #2
• Pre-Arrival E-mail #3
• Pre-Arrival E-mail #4
• Pre-Arrival E-mail #5

Surveys

• Pre-Arrival Webinar Survey
• How to Succeed Webinar Survey
• Health, Safety, and Wellness Survey
• GT Traditions and US 101 Survey

Recordings

• Pre-Arrival Webinar
• Exchange Webinar
• Health, Safety, and Wellness Recording
• GT Traditions and US 101 Webinar 
• How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Webinar
• How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Make Up Webinar

Though they are from previous semesters, there are still plenty of useful resources in these archives. Take a look! 

Spring '23

• Pre-Arrival Communications
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #1 
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #2
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #3
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #4
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #5
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #6
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #7
  • Pre-Arrival E-mail #8
• Session Slides & Recordings
  • Pre-Arrival, Check-in, and Q&A
    • Recording
  • Health, Safety, & Wellness
    • Slides
    • Recording
  • How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder
    • Recording
  • Exchange Webinar
    • Recording
• Event Surveys
  • Pre-Arrival, Check-in, and Q&A

Fall '22

• Pre-Arrival
  • Pre-Arrival Webinar
  • Pre-Arrival and Check-In Webinar Recording
  • Pre-Arrival and Check-In Transcript
• GT Traditions and US-101
  • Transcript
  • Slides
  • Video
• How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Student 
  • Slides 
  • Video
• Health, Safety, and Wellness
  • Slides
  • Video 

Spring '22

Session Slides

OIE Spring 2022 Pre-Arrival Webinar Center for Assessment, Referral, and Education (CARE)

 

Session Recordings

• GT Counseling Center Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 1
• Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 2
• Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 3
• Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 4
• Georgia Tech Police Department Campus Safety & Awareness
• Health Initiatives
• Stamps Health Services
• Mental Health & Well-Being at Georgia Tech
• How to Succeed as an International Student
• GT 101
• GT Traditions
• Student Government Association

Fall '21

Fall 2021 Ask Me Anything Panel

Fall 2021 GT Traditions and GT 101

Fall 2021 Health, Safety, and Wellness

Fall 2021 How to Succeed for F-1/J-1 Visa Holders

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival, Check-In, and New Student Q&A

Campus Compass

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Webinar

OIE Info Session Recording

Stamps Health Services

GT Health Initiatives Overview

GT Counseling Center Overview

Center For Assessment, Referral, and Education (CARE)

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #1 

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #2 

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #3 

Fall 2021 New Student Welcome E-mail 

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #4 

Fall 2021 Update Regarding OIE Welcome Party & Other Resources

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #5

Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #6

Spring '21

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Webinar Slides

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Webinar Recording

Spring 2021 How to Succeed for International Students Session Recording

Spring 2021 How to Succeed for International Students Slides

Spring 2021 Health, Safety, and Wellness Session Recording

Spring 2021 GTPD Campus Safety & Awareness Slides

Spring 2021 Counseling Center Mental Health and Well-Being at GT Slides

Spring 2021 Health Initiatives Virtual Programs

Spring 2021 GT Traditions and GT 101 Session Recording

Spring 2021 GT 101 Slides

Spring 2021 Student Government Association Slides

Spring 2021 Student Alumni Association Slides

Spring 2021 Ask Me Anything Student Panel Session Recording

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Campaign 1 11/20/2020

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Campaign 2 12/4/2020

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Campaign 3 12/31/2020

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Campaign 4 1/6/2021

Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Campaign 5 1/13/2021

Spring 2021 Orientation Closeout 1/22/2021