International Orientation Schedule

Welcome to the University of Washington! International Student Orientation is provided by FIUTS for all new international students at the University of Washington including graduates, undergraduates, exchange students and visiting scholars. At Orientation you will learn about important resources available to you as a UW student, as well as have an opportunity to meet other local and international students and discover Seattle!

Summer Quarter orientation will begin the Friday before classes start. Some social activities cost money - please bring cash, check or credit card with you. We look forward to welcoming you to Seattle!

Friday, June 19
Orientation - Official Welcome to the University of Washington
2:00-4:00pm, Husky Union Building (HUB) Room 309

4:00-5:00pm Orientation Reception
FIUTS Office, HUB Room 302B

Saturday, June 20
12:00pm Campus and U-District Tour
Discover famous landmarks, learn your way around the city, and find the best places to eat, drink, and shop.
Meeting Place: Burke Museum Cafe

5:00pm Evening Out
Current FIUTS students will accompany the group to dinner at the famous Pike Place Market, followed by a visit to the Space Needle for beautiful views of the region.
Meeting Place: Burke Museum Cafe *bring money for food and activities*

Sunday, June 21
11:00am Fremont Fair
Join current students for a trip to Seattle's largest and craziest annual neighborhood fair. A short bus ride from the U-District brings you to a world of wacky costumes, arts, crafts, food, music in the streets and more!
Meeting Place: Burke Museum Cafe *Entrance is free, bring money for food*

Monday, June 22- First Day of Classes

Upcoming Orientation Dates:

Fall 2009

Greeting Table: September 11, 14-18, 21-24

Opening Day (Official Welcome to the University): September 16

Orientation Events and Information Sessions: September 17-25

Event Highlights (more events TBA):

- Seattle Challenge: Friday, September 18

- Camp: September 19-20

- Community BBQ - Saturday, September 26


---- Suggested Arrival Dates: September 14/15 ----

The schedule was last updated May 15, 2009