Ferris State University Big Rapids MI College

International Student Orientation Spring 2013

Schedule as of May 7, 2013
Location: Interdisciplinary Resource Center (IRC 122)
(Schedule is subject to change)

Orientation is considered mandatory unless it is marked as "optional." All absence must be approved by Liz Matthews or Lisa vonReichbauer prior event. If you miss orientation, you will be charged an additional $85 USD orientation fee to cover costs of providing a make-up orientation session for you.

For any questions or concerns contact:
• Liz Matthews, International Student Advisor
matthee2@ferris.edu | phone (231) 250-1166
• Lisa vonReichbauer, Intensive English Coordinator
spraggl@ferris.edu | phone (231) 287-7483

Student Visa Confirmation:
Please complete the form to confirm that you have your Visa.

Travel Arrangement Notification:
Please complete the travel form to notify us of your arrival plans.

Arrival Dates: Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15

Shuttles:
May 14
10:00 am and 7:00 pm

May 15
10:00 am and 7:00 pm

Please visit our orientation page to submit your Travel Arrangement Notification form.

Student Shuttle Services

  • Shuttles will only be offered during these designated times. Please wait until the next shuttle arrives if possible.
  • If your flight comes in on a day other than listed above, contact Toni Dye ( dyet4@ferris.edu) to see if we can arrange a shuttle for you. If a shuttle is not available, or you choose alternate transportation, you are responsible for your own transportation to Big Rapids, as well as any cost (approximately $150 for taxi).
  • A block of rooms have been reserved at Quality Inn & Suites, just a few minutes walking distance from campus. Call 231.592.5150 to reserve a room. Rate is $29.50 + tax per night for double occupancy. Includes breakfast. Quality Inn will assign you a roommate unless you provide your roommates’ name when reserving or upon check-in.

Departure Location:
Information Desk, Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Thursday, May 16

12:30 pm

Shuttles from Quality Inn & Suites
We will pick you up at Quality Inn and drive you to Campus for orientation.

1:00 pm

Student Check-In (required)
Please arrive on time with all of your immigration documents. The following items will be addressed throughout the day:

  • Submission of immigration documents.
  • Computer sign in information.
  • Ferris ID.
  • Housing on Campus:
    $200.00 Deposit must be made and contract signed.
  • Tuition deposit of at least $6,000.00.
  • Health forms.

Please remember that Ferris accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard and VISA. 

Interdisciplinary Resource Center (IRC 134)

Friday, May 17

8:00 - 9:00 am

Shuttles from Quality Inn to Campus
We will pick you up at Quality Inn and drive you to Campus for orientation.

8:30 am

Late Student Check-In
Required if you missed Check-In on Thursday

IRC 134

9:30 am

New Student Orientation
Please bring your immigration documents with you.

IRC

12:00 pm

Lunch provided

IRC

1:30 pm

Math Placement/English Placement Testing (NOT the TOEFL)
This testing is for students with no SAT and intends to enter their majors immediately. Please check with International Student Services if this is required for college placement in math classes. Please report early to this test as no make-up is offered and is required for course placement. Please bring your immigration documents with you.

Location TBA

1:30 - 6:00 pm

Shopping shuttles in Big Rapids area

Pickup at IRC 134. Drop off at Quality Inn.
Saturday, May 18

8:30 am

Shuttles from Quality Inn to Campus
We will pick you up at Quality Inn and drive you to Campus for orientation.  

9:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon)

TOEFL Testing (IEP Program)
Testing for student with no real proof of proficiency in English. IRC
12:00 pm (noon) - 9:00 pm Trip to Grand Haven, Michigan
Lake Michigan beach and shopping. Lunch will be provided on the bus. Family members are welcome to attend. This is a free event! Meet at IRC parking lot
Sunday, May 19
All Day

Residence Halls are open at 8am and you may start moving in once you receive your room assignment and pay $200.00 deposit. Shuttles will be available to assist you with moving luggage from Quality Inn to your residence hall or apartment (Big Rapids area only).

Ferris ID and Housing Deposit – You must have a Ferris ID, sign the housing contract, and pay $200.00 before you can receive a housing assignment.

Shuttles pick up at Quality Inn starting at 8am and run all day.
Monday, May 20
10:00 am Meet with individual College Academic Advisors Location TBA
1:00 - 2:00 pm IEP Orientation
New students who are enrolling in the Intensive English Program must attend this orientation. IRC
2:30 pm Academic Success at Ferris! (Mandatory)
Groups will find and learn about important offices and resources on campus to help them succeed. This is a “scavenger hunt” where groups will walk around campus finding offices and campus icons. Individuals who complete the hunt will be entered into a drawing for gifts cards and other prizes! Meet at IRC
First Day of Classes | Monday, May 21
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