Before Classes Begin: Encourage family members to register for the Parent & Family Orientation course – go.fiu.edu/parentsandfamilies Follow up on any transfer credit inquiries with Transfer and Transition Services - pg. 16-17 Read “Sitting Pretty” (First-Year Students only) – go.fiu.edu/commonreading -pg. 18 Explore your housing options - pg. 67 and 80 Schedule a Welcome Appointment with the Disability Resource Center - pg. 75 Connect to your FIU Email by logging in at panthermail.fiu.edu - pg. 84 Get your virtual parking permit, see shuttle schedules, carpool info, etc. – pg. 90 Confirm your benefits and paperwork with Veteran and Military Affairs – pg. 94 Upload your One Card photo – onecard.fiu.edu/submitphoto Do a Canvas training – canvas.fiu.edu/training/students Get your books for your classes through the new Panther Book Pack program and your FIU gear – p. 87 and p. 89 Attend Panther Camp - go.fiu.edu/pcamp - pg. 118
First Week of Class: Start your online courses – canvas.fiu.edu “Delegate Your Access” in my.fiu.edu to give anyone access to specific account information Pay for your classes by the payment deadline Check-in with International Student and Scholar Services (F1/J1 Visa Holders) – go.fiu.edu/virtualoffice During Your First Semester: Complete your mandatory online Sexual Assault Prevention Training – itsonus.fiu.edu Fill out the Ready, Set, Engage Worksheet – pg. 19 Utilize the tutors and other services at the Center for Academic Success - pg. 47 Attend FIU Athletic events for free with your FIU One Card – fiusports.com Find student organizations and events – pantherconnect.fiu.edu Visit Career and Talent Development to get a jumpstart on internship and job preparation - pg. 69
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