WELCOME New Mounties

Dear student,

Welcome to Mount Aloysius College! We are thrilled that you will be joining our Mountie family, representing well over 25 countries around the world. This International Student Arrival Guide is meant to help you prepare for your educational journey, but please know there is a team of multiple offices committed to helping with your transition to the United States and to assist you upon your arrival.

Mount Aloysius College is known for our warm community, which stems from our Catholic, Judeo-Christian heritage and core values of mercy, justice, hospitality, and service. As you grow and learn here, we trust you will also share your unique background, thoughts, and experiences with us while finding a true sense of home at the Mount. We have so much to learn from you as well.

Please review each page of this arrival guide, and check out our College Glossary so you can be familiar with our terminology. If you need any guidance, don’t hesitate to ask. Once again, welcome to the United States and to the Mount Aloysius College family!

Robin Gore Vice President for Student Affairs Chair, International Students Advisory Council Mount Aloysius College

rgore@mtaloy.edu

Mount Aloysius College (MAC) Acronyms and Terms