Over 200 international students attended New International Student Orientation on August 8 and 9. Arrival Students from around the world began arriving in Springfield in early August. Missouri State staff provided complimentary airport pick-up. Student volunteers involved in Global Leaders and Mentors and the Chinese Student Leadership Program reached out to new students … [Read more...] about Orientation sets the stage for success at Missouri State
All new international students are required to complete our Online Immigration Orientation prior to arrival in Springfield, Missouri. This is for your benefit! Travel and arrival at your United States port of entry will be much easier if you are familiar with your immigration documents and identification that you'll need to present upon arrival in the United States. To … [Read more...] about Spring 2018 Online Immigration Orientation
Walking into a room with a sign that says "Tough Talks" on the door can be intimidating. Discussion topics are often heavy - Black Lives Matter, Patriotism vs. Protest, Bystanders and Crime - and can elicit strong responses from the general public. Imagine comment threads on social media for some of these topics. They're often filled with hateful comments, ignorant opinions, … [Read more...] about Tough Talks at Missouri State
A lot happens when you arrive in Springfield, Missouri for New International Student Orientation to begin your studies at Missouri State University. Complete these steps before you travel to the United States to make life easier. New International Student Checklist Register for New International Student Orientation. Sign up for airport pick-up and/or temporary … [Read more...] about Pre-Arrival Checklist for New International Students
It may seem early in the semester to be thinking about graduation, but we know a lot of international students are preparing to graduate this December and next May. Have you considered your post-graduation plans? If you're planning on returning to your home country... You have 60 days after graduation on your visa to return home. This is a great opportunity to travel or make … [Read more...] about Beginning Real Life, Post Graduation