OISS Building Closure 

Due to the New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University on Thursday, March 27 through Saturday, March 29, OISS will adjust our building operations to accomodate higher traffic in the Uptown area. Our office will close early on Thursday, March 27 at 4:30 PM and our building will be physically closed all of Friday, March 28. We will reopen for normal building operations on Monday, March 31. If you have an in-person appointment, please connect with your OISS advisor to discuss switching to virtual. 

 - The OISS Team

Class Culture

 

Your previous academic experience was in a culture you are familiar with. It is normal that there will be an adjustment to the academic styles at Tulane University.  Learn about U.S. classroom culture. If you have questions or are struggling, please reach out to the OISS. We serve as a support to international students and will help you find appropriate resources.

Presentation on U.S. Classroom Culture

 

 

Tips for Being a Student in a United States Classroom

  • Realize that most classes are learner-centered.
  • Be prepared to work in teams.
  • Speak up in class.
  • Ask questions: in class, to classmates, in office hours with professor or teaching assistant.