International Orientation Schedule

International Student Orientation is designed for new internationals coming to the University of Washington. The FIUTS orientation program provides a chance for students to learn more about the University of Washington and Seattle, receive information about immigration, health care, personal safety and meet current international students. FIUTS will contact you directly before you arrive with detailed orientation information. Please attend as many events as possible.

Some social activities have required sign up and cost a small fee (cash or checks only please). We look forward to meeting you!

See our Getting Ready page for more information on preparing for your life as a new student or scholar at UW.
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Fall Quarter 2008 Schedule
*This schedule was last updated on September 2nd, 2008

Monday, September 8 - Wednesday, September 10- OPEN!
Greeting Table, Husky Union Building (HUB) Lobby Open from 10 am - 1 pm

Your first point of contact, at the Greeting Table you can learn from current UW students how to check in with the Office of International Students and Scholars, sign up for orientation activities and get your new international student arrival packet.
*Tickets are required for all ISS Check-In Sessions during the month of September. Pick up your ticket at the Greeting Table or FIUTS Office.

Thursday, September 11:
Sponsored by Bank of America, Lorig Property Management and Cell Towns
Opening Day, HUB Ballroom 9am

Your official welcome to the University of Washington. FIUTS and the UW will welcome more than 1000 new international students. The day will start of with breakfast and information tables. The morning's agenda includes speakers from the University of Washington and FIUTS along with guest speakers from the community.

Campus and the University District Tour, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Following Opening Day's events, FIUTS facilitators will provide a guided tour of campus and the "Ave" where many commercial businesses are located.

*Please note, there will be no ISS check-ins on Opening Day.

Friday, September 12: Sponsored by Bank of America

Greeting Table, 10 am - 1 pm

Info Sessions, 11 am -1 pm

Downtown Seattle Tour, 1:30 pm
Visit Seattle's main attractions and get to know other's on this guided tour of downtown Seattle. The tour will end at Woodland Park, which is the site of the Welcome Barbeque.
Meet at the Burke Cafe at 1:30pm. (No sign up required, FREE)

Welcome Barbeque (BBQ), Woodland Park, 6 pm - 9pm
Meet with currents students, community members, and other new internationals at an American-style BBQ. Enjoy a game of soccer or ultimate frisbee. Families welcome! All food, condiments, water and sports equipment will be provided by FIUTS. For those not going on the downtown tour meet at the Burke Cafe at 5:15pm. (No sign up required, FREE)

Saturday, September 13 - Sunday, September 14:

Camp Arnold Eatonville
Make friends and have fun at this overnight event. There will be fun activities such as hiking, sports, campfire, dancing, cultural skits and more. Bring a sleeping bag, clothes, shoes, lunch and water for the hike. No alcohol allowed! Meet at the Burke Cafe at 8:00 am. If you are moving into the dorms this weekend, we have a special room reserved where you can leave your stuff. Go to Terry Hall, meet inside at the Front Desk at 7:30am on Saturday morning. (Advanced sign-up required, $40)

Monday, September 15: Sponsored by WSECU

Greeting Table, 10 am - 1 pm

Info Sessions, 11 am -3 pm

Pub Quiz, 5 pm
Students will be put into teams and then display their international knowledge. Prizes will be given out to the team with he most correct answers. This event is open to all ages-bring money for food and drinks! Meet at the Burke Cafe at 4:30pm. (Advanced sign-up required, $2)

Tuesday, September 16: Sponsored by Global Law Partners

Greeting Table, 10 am - 1 pm

Info Sessions, 11 am -3 pm

Space Needle & Dinner Out
One of Seattle's best known landmarks, built for the 1962 World's Fair. At the top of this structure you can have a 360 degree view. Then join FIUTS facilitators for dinner at Zeek's Pizza. Meet at the Burke Cafe at 4:30pm. (Advanced sign-up, $30)

Wednesday, September 17: Sponsored by Expedia

Greeting Table, 10 am - 1 pm

Info Sessions, 11 am-3 pm

Games Night at the HUB, 7 pm - 9 pm
Get together with other students for a fun evening of bowling, table tennis, pool and more. Meet at the HUB Basement at 7pm. (Advanced sign-up, $6)

Thursday, September 18: Sponsored by KDDI Mobile

Greeting Table, 10 am - 1 pm- LAST DAY!

Info Sessions, 11 am -3 pm

International Welcome Night at the Burke Museum, 7 pm - 9pm
Did you stay with a FIUTS host family or have a FIUTS friendship connection? If so, you and your host family or Friendship Connection are invited to join this reception to thank all of our community volunteers. All are welcome, even without family or Friendship Connection. Meet at the Burke Museum at 7pm. (Advanced sign-up required; Free for students with homestays or Friendship Connection; $7 without)

Friday, September 19:

Info Sessions, 11 am -3 pm

FIUTS's Mini World Cup
Men and women from various countries and regions will compete for the ultimate FIUTS World Cup title! This is a mini soccer (football) tournament played on shortened fields and shortened periods. Come play and/or cheer on your country mates. Meet at IMA Soccer Field at 4pm. (Advanced sign-up, walk-ons welcome; FREE)

Saturday, September 20:

Dim Sum Breakfast in International District and Shopping,
Enjoy a traditional Cantonese-style brunch in the International District--always a favorite! Foods contains pork and shrimp. Following Dim Sum the group will be taken in UW vans to IKEA and a shopping mall to make your first purchases. Meet at Burke Cafe at 11am. (Advanced sign-up $20)

Sunday, September 21:

Rotary International Boat Cruise, 12 pm - 3:30 pm
Join the Rotary Club for a scenic harbor cruise and dinner aboard the Argosy Cruises' Spirit of Seattle. Enjoy views of downtown Seattle at sunset. Meet Rotarians and their high school exchange students. This is a great chance to meet the international community of Seattle. (Advanced Sign-Up, limit to 350) Meet at the Burke Cafe at 10:15am to be at the Pier by 12:00 pm. (Advanced sign-up; $25)