ORIENTATION & WELCOME PROGRAMS

Studying in a new country can be both exciting and overwhelming. While you are adjusting to a new academic environment and new academic policies, you will also have to adjust to a new culture, new customs, new foods, a different climate, and to being away from your family and friends.

To help international students with their transition to Canada and the U of M, ICS offers orientation programs at the beginning of each term. Our programs are an effective and efficient way to get the information you need in a short amount of time.

To register for any of the orientation programs listed below, complete the International Student Arrival Form and return it to the ICS office by fax (204-474-7562) or E-mail (ics@cc.umanitoba.ca). Register early to avoid disappointment.

 ICS Orientation for New International Students

ICS schedules orientation sessions for new international students at the start of the fall and winter terms. The orientation is a great opportunity to:

• meet the ICS staff and learn about our programs
• get information about the services available to you at the U of M
• meet new and returning students from around the world
• get a student's perspective to the U of M
• hear ‘survival tips' from experienced students
• become familiar with the University and the city of Winnipeg
• learn about cultural differences in educational settings
• get valuable information about adjusting to a new country, university policies and procedures, finding accommodation, Study Permits and visas, health matters, and more!
  

Upcoming Orientation Dates:

• Fall 2012: Thursday, August 30, 2012
• Fall 2012 - Orientation for Late Arrivals: TBA
• Winter 2013:  TBA

Cost: FREE

Registration: Complete the International Student Arrival Form and return it to the ICS office. 

Cedarwood Intercultural Day

This is a unique one-day intercultural event held just before the start of the fall term each year. It is an opportunity to meet new and returning international students, Canadian students, and U of M staff and professors. Featuring cultural discussions, drama, hiking, canoeing, and swimming in a beautiful rural setting, this event is highly recommended by students who have participated in the past. Note: This event is held at the start of the fall term only.

Upcoming Dates:  Friday, August 31, 2012

Cost: TBA

Registration: Contact the ICS office at ics@cc.umanitoba.ca

Volunteer Opportunity: U of M students, staff, and faculty wishing to volunteer at the annual Intercultural Day should contact the ICS office at ics@cc.umanitoba.ca   

Brochures and Applications:

• 2012 Cedarwood Intercultural Day Student Brochure/Application - coming soon!
• 2012 Cedarwood Intercultural Day Volunteer Brochure/Application - coming soon!  

Campus Buddy Program

The Campus Buddy Program matches new international students at the U of M with experienced U of M students.

Getting started at a new school can be difficult for anyone. A Campus Buddy can ease your transition to the U of M by sharing what he/she already knows. A Campus Buddy can show you around campus, help you get registered, find computer labs, show you where to get your student card, help you get your U of M computer account set up, locate gyms, show you where to get information about social and sporting events on campus, teach you about the transit system, and much more!

The Campus Buddy Program is a great way to get a student's perspective of student life at the U of M. Why learn things the hard way when you can have Campus Buddy show you the ropes?

Cost: FREE

Registration: Complete the International Student Arrival Form and return it to the ICS office.

Volunteer Opportunity: Would you like to volunteer as a Campus Buddy to help a new international student? Complete the Application to Volunteer as a Campus Buddy at return it to the ICS office.