The OISS would like to welcome and continue orienting our new international students and their families.
OISS and other campus partners have organized a day to welcome you to Tulane University. We will show you the uptown campus, provide orientation for your parents and families, as well as offer Success Workshops to allow you to meet other students and dig deeper into topics that will prepare you to have a safe and successful time at Tulane. We will also have a Connect Fest featuring various resources and campus partners. Please join us!
2023 Schedule
Date: August 15, 2023
Campus Tour
Time: 9:00 AM
Where: Meet at 6901 Willow Street
All international students who are new to Tulane/ New Orleans will have the opportunity to meet student leaders as you tour the uptown campus. Feel free to bring your schedule to look up the buildings your classes will be in.
Please wear weather appropriate clothes and shoes.
- Water will be provided.
- Family members also welcome.
- Please note that the Tour will end at the Connect Fest.
Connect Fest: Welcome Social and On and Off-Campus Resource Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Stibbs Conference Room and Pederson Lobby, Lavin-Bernick Center (LBC), Building #29
You are invited to come learn about many off-campus and on-campus resources to support you during your stay at Tulane University. Meet with other students and staff, and learn about student groups and resources. If you are still looking for a roommate, you will have the chance to meet others in the same situation. Snacks and a festive environment are included.
Success Workshops
Time: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Room B09 & B11, Howard-Tilton Memorial Library (HTML), Building #60
The Success Workshops will be divided into to tracks: one for graduate students and one for undergraduate students. View the schedule below:
Undergrad | HTML Room B09 | Graduate | HTML Room B11 |
Time: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM Topic: Understanding Academic Integrity in the United States with NTC Office of Academic Integrity |
Time: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM Topic: Graduate Student Experience Panel |
Time: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Topic: Safety at Tulane and in New Orleans with Tulane University Police Department |
Time: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Topic: Cultural Scenario Skits with Orientation Leaders |
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Topic: What Your Professors Want You to Know Before Classes Start with Christine Smith |
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Topic: Safety at Tulane and in New Orleans with Tulane University Police Department |
Time: 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Topic: Cultural Scenario Skits with Orientation Leaders |
Time: 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Topic: What Your Professors Want You to Know Before Classes Start with Christine Smith |