NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TRACK

MONDAY AUGUST 21, 2023

ORIENTATION ONSITE ASSISTANCE

7:30–9am | Knoles Lawn

PLACEMENT TESTING (INVITATION ONLY)

8–9am | Anderson Hall 162

BREAKFAST

8–9:45am | Knoles Lawn

F1 STUDENT INFORMATION SESSION (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY)

8:45–9:30am | Long Theatre

BEING SAFE AND WELL AT PACIFIC

10–10:50am | Long Theatre

Mental health and wellness are important aspects of your holistic health and intersect with many other facets of your student experience. This session will provide and opportunity for international students to connect with staff to answer questions and provide resources. Students will learn how to access the appointment and referral system and discover ways they can achieve their wellness goals throughout college.

PACIFIC AND BEYOND: LIFE IN YOUR NEW HOME AWAY FROM HOME

11–11:50am | Long Theatre

The Residential Life and Housing team will share insight and tips to help international students navigate their new living environment, here at Pacific and within the Stockton community.

STEP UP! PREVENTING SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE THROUGH BYSTANDER INTERVENTION

Noon–12:50pm | Alex and Jeri Vereschagin Alumni House

Pacific is a community whose members watch out for each other. The Dean of Students office will facilitate conversations about topics surrounding personal safety, consent, advocacy and how students can practice active bystander intervention in everyday scenarios.

LUNCH

1–1:50pm | Knoles Lawn

THE PACIFIC EDUCATION

2–2:50pm | Various

The undergraduate academic experience at Pacific is designed to make our students informed and engaged citizens who think critically, act ethically and communicate effectively. Students will meet leadership from their schools and academic majors who will describe the academic experience and their expectations.

• Benerd College | Benerd College 118

• College of the Pacific and Dugoni School of Dentistry | Wendell Philips Center 140

• Conservatory of Music | Buck Hall 113

• Eberhardt School of Business | Janet Leigh Theatre

• School of Engineering and Computer Sciences | Presidents’ Room

• School of Health Sciences | Biology Building 144

• Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy Biology Building 101

UNDER1ROOF: YOUR ROLE IN SUPPORTING A SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE CAMPUS COMMUNITY

3–3:50pm | Long Theatre

What does community mean to us at Pacific? Hear from staff and your fellow students about how you play an active role in creating inclusive, welcoming and safe spaces in our residence halls, classrooms and throughout campus.

TIGER HUDDLE: THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNEY AT PACIFIC

4–4:50pm | Various

Moving to a new country is a major transition. In this session, UOPI Ambassadors will share their individual experience and offer tips and advice about finding a sense of belonging in the United States, adjusting to American culture and how to build a network of support at Pacific.

DINNER WITH THE DEANS

5–6:15pm | Knoles Lawn

TIGER TRADITIONS RALLY

6:30–8pm | Alex G. Spanos Center

Meet up with your Orientation group for a fun and high-energy rally—Pacific style! Students will participate in games, cheer and do challenges to show off their Pacific pride.

TUESDAY

August

22, 2023

PLACEMENT TESTING (INVITATION ONLY)

8–9am | Anderson Hall 162

BREAKFAST

8–9am | Knoles Lawn

MEET THE GLOBAL TEAM

9–9:30am | Long Theatre

International Students will get to know the team that will guide them through the ins and outs of navigating systems and procedures at Pacific!

ACADEMIC CULTURE AND PROGRAM OVERVIEW

9:30–11:30am | Long Theatre

The undergraduate academic experience at Pacific is designed to make our students informed and engaged citizens who think critically, act ethically and communicate effectively. In this session, international students will get an overview of academic culture in America and how to achieve success in their academic programs at Pacific.

GAMES AND GROUP PHOTO

11:30am–Noon | Various Mix and mingle with your fellow new international students and UOPI Ambassadors for some lighthearted fun. Students will come together at the end for a group photo.

LUNCH Noon–1pm | Knoles Lawn

UNDERSTANDING PACIFIC'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROCESS AND HEALTH PORTAL

1–1:50pm | Long Theatre

Pacific’s Health Services team will lead this session to discuss the university’s health insurance and immunization requirements, provide resources to support wellbeing on campus and guide students in an overview of navigating the health systems in the United States.

PART-TIME ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

2–2:50pm | Long Theatre

Are you interested in finding an oncampus job at Pacific? The Career Services team and other campus partners will help explain the university’s employment process and share support services that students can utilize to improve their professional development and interview skills.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS OVERVIEW AND EXPECTATIONS

3–4:50pm | Long Theatre

In this session, international students will get an opportunity to learn about graduate programs at Pacific and how to utilize campus support tools for academic achievement and advancement.

TIGER NIGHT

5–8pm | DeRosa University Center

As your New Student Orientation experience winds down, make sure you join us for food, friends and music during this fun-filled evening. Do not miss out!

• T-shirt and Tote Printing Press | DeRosa University Center Main Entrance

• Glitter and Airbrush Temporary Tattoos |DeRosa University Center Main Entrance

• Aura Reading and Photos | DeRosa University Center Lobby

• Selfie Booth | DeRosa University Center Main Entrance

• Paint and Sip | DeRosa University Center Ballroom

• Live Music and Open Mic | DeRosa University Center Lair

SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT

5–8pm | DeRosa University Center

Compete in this bracket-style Super Smash Bros. tournament showdown against other students. Come hang out, eat food, win prizes, watch side tournaments and see who will become the campus champion.