International Student Services

Orientation Welcome Letter

Fall 2010

Dear Student,

We are delighted that you are joining us at Utica College for the Fall 2010 semester. The Orientation Program for international students will be held Sunday, August 29, and Monday, August 30, 2010. The Sunday program is a welcome dinner for all new international students, where important information can be given in a relaxed atmosphere. The Monday program will be held in Macfarlane Auditorium, DePerno Hall. This program will start promptly at 8:30 a.m. and will last until 3 p.m.

The second day of Orientation will provide you with assistance in completing paperwork and registering for classes, a campus tour, banking information, and information concerning U.S. immigration laws pertaining to working in the U.S. and traveling in and out of the country. Please bring your passport, I-94, visa documents, and proof of health insurance to the Orientation Program.

There are two important items that we need to draw to your attention before your arrival.

The housing forms are only available online, information for completing the forms will be sent via email. The preferred dates of arrival for sign-in at the residence halls are August 26 or 27. We would like to make sure that you are rested and ready for the beginning of your semester!

Utica College requires all international students to have health insurance.  A completed “Medical History Form.” is required for all incoming students. Information will be sent via email on the process for completing the form. You must complete pages 1 and 2 of the form and have your family physician complete pages 3 and 4. The College also requires immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella for all students. By requesting a health physical and immunizations in your home country, you will save the time and expenses of having them done once you arrive. This form may be presented to our office when you arrive.

Should you have any concerns or questions we encourage you to contact the Office of International Education. We look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely,


Laurence W. Roberts, Ph.D.
Dean of International Education 
Email: lroberts@utica.edu   

Daniel M. OToole, M.S.
Director of International Programs
Email: daotoole@utica.edu