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The International Student Center (ISC) is excited to welcome you to 麻豆传媒映画! The ISC hosts numerous mandatory and optional activities for new students on F-1 and J-1 visa status to help you better understand your visa requirements, how to navigate life at 麻豆传媒映画, and to make new connections with your peers and the 麻豆传媒映画 community.

If you are a new F-1 or J-1 student, please review the below required activities.

New SP26 F-1 Visa International Students Virtual Session; Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 at 2:00pm PST

New SP26 J-1 Visa Exchange Students Virtual Session; Monday, December 15th, 2025 at 2:00pm PST

New SP26 J-1 Visa Exchange Students Check-in and Reception; Friday, January 16th, 2026 in Storm Hall (Registration COMING SOON)

New SP26 F-1 Visa International Students Check-in and Reception; Friday, January 16th, 2026 in Storm Hall (Registration COMING SOON)

Checklist for F-1 Visa Degree-seeking Students:

• Purchase Required International Student Health Insurance Policy 
• Complete 
• Attend New International Student Immigration and Welcome Check-In (January 16th)
• Enter US LOCAL Address in my.麻豆传媒映画 - (by January 16th) - this is required by the US Government  to make your SEVIS record Active.

What to Bring?

During the Check-In and Reception session we will review the below documents together:

• Your passport
• Your I-20
• Copy or screenshot of your I-94. After you enter the U.S., an electronic record of your admission, known as the I-94, will be created. Retrieve a copy of your I-94 from the , using the "Get Most Recent I-94" link. If you will enter the US via a land border, please carefully check before you travel

A Resource Fair will be held for all international Students during the Check-In and Reception. The Resource Fair will provide access to critical resources for new international students such as banking services, phone carriers, transportation, and more.

F-1 Degree-seeking students: Please note you may have additional orientation requirements through , and if you are a Graduate student through your .

Checklist for J-1 Visa Degree-seeking Students:

• Purchase Required International Student Health Insurance Policy 
• Complete
• Attend (January 16th)
• Enter US LOCAL Address in my.麻豆传媒映画 - (by January 16th) - this is required by the US Government to make your SEVIS record Active.

What to Bring to New Student Immigration Check In and Welcome Reception:

• Your passport
• Your DS-2019
• Copy or screenshot of your I-94. After you enter the U.S., an electronic record of your admission, known as the I-94, will be created. Retrieve a copy of your I-94 from the CBP website, using the "Get Most Recent I-94" link. If you will enter the US via a land border, please carefully check the information provided for Entering the US via a land border before you travel

A Resource Fair will be held for all international Students during the Welcome Check and Reception. The Resource Fair will provide access to critical resources for new international students such as banking services, phone carriers, transportation, and more.

ISC Activities and Info Sessions:

The ISC hosts optional activities and information sessions for F-1 and J-1 students. Below is a schedule of offerings this coming Fall 2025 semester:

• Come talk with ISC Staff and Student Assistants to learn about ISC and 麻豆传媒映画 services and resources, San Diego activities, and ask general questions about 麻豆传媒映画 or San Diego. You may also do an early document check with a team member. Be sure to bring your I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1 students), passport, and visa. No registration is needed. Just stop by to say hello!

Finding Affordable San Diego: (TBD) in the International Affairs One World Lounge

• Join us for a fun and informative session designed to help you maximize your time and budget while studying in San Diego. It's also a chance to meet other students you can explore San Diego with!

J-1 Employment Information Session: (TBD) in the International Affairs One World Lounge

• Considering employment while you are here at 麻豆传媒映画? Attend this info session to learn about the rules and regulations for your J-1 visa status.

• Considering employment while you are here at 麻豆传媒映画? Attend this info session to learn about the rules and regulations for your F-1 visa status.

ISC Social Hour: Friday, January 23rd at 12:00pm - One World Lounge

• Spend some time with the 麻豆传媒映画 International Community at the ISC. This is the perfect space to meet new people, play some games, enjoy light refreshments, and more. No registration is needed. Just come along!

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