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New to NU - Incoming Student Newsletter - July 9, 2024

International Peer Advisors and Pods Update:

We are excited to welcome you to ̨ÍåÂãÁÄÖ±²¥! You will soon be assigned an. Your IPA will reach out to you regarding IPA pods and other important details related to International Wildcat Welcome during the third week of July. 

Stay tuned for more information and get ready for an exciting journey ahead!


Homebase Information

If you have not done so, please complete your Online Student Orientation. We strongly advise you to finish all sections PRIOR to your arrival in the United States. Completion rates and time spent on the course will be monitored for each student.

Upon finishing your F-1/J-1 Student Orientation course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. This certificate is necessary for your immigration check-in with OISS upon arrival on campus. Learn more about check-in on the New Student Arrival Checklist.


Flight Arrival Time Survey

A gentle reminder to please fill out the to assist us in coordinating your shuttle pickup upon arrival if you haven’t already. Your input will ensure a smoother transition to campus.


Airport Shuttle Schedule

OISS is providing limited airport shuttles on Sunday, September 15 at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, and we will provide more information as orientation gets closer. Other common ways to get to campus are Lyft/Uber, CTA Buses, Taxi, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) 'L' train or Metra train.

Please see our website for additional details on ways to get to campus.


Upcoming New to NU Summer Q&A Sessions:

Don't miss our upcoming New to NU Summer Q&A Sessions!

  • : July 12, 9:00 a.m. CT
  • : July 26, 9:00 a.m. CT
  • Arrival and Orientation:  August 9, 9:00 a.m. CT ()  and 10:00 a.m. CT () 
  • Open Q&A:  August 23, 9:00 a.m. CT () and 10:00 a.m. CT ()

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How to connect with us?

You can always get in touch with us via email and we will do our best to answer your question within five business days.

For general inquiries, please email intoff@northwestern.edu

For specific inquiries, please contact your advisor. Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor here >>

Please note that we will be adjusting our office hours for the summer season, effective from June 10 to August 30, 2024. During this period, the OISS office will be open Monday through Thursday, from 12:00–4:00 p.m.

Should you require assistance regarding immigration matters and any other support services, our advisors are here to assist you.

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