International Students Needed! - FYS Section 13
 Welcome, new international students, to the University of Mount Union! I am
Dr. Oyabu-Mathis, professor of Sociology; I was once an international student on the Mount Union campus myself many years ago. Grown up in Hiroshima, Japan, coming to Mount Union truly was a dream come true for me. Now I enjoy teaching Sociology, a discipline that examines the impact of social and cultural forces on the lives of people. I am writing this message to you today because I teach a section of FYS (First Year Seminar) called "Different Realities: Cross-Cultural Encounters." I need international students in this class! In this very small class, you, as an international student, will have a chance to get to know your American classmates closely. You'll have chance to share your culture with them and they will help you learn about U.S. culture. This class provides an opportunity to learn American culture while teaching others about your home culture and to make great friends that will last for the entire 4 years and beyond. I encourage you to sign up for this section (Section 13) of FYS! I look forward to meeting you and having you in my section of FYS in the fall! ALL THE BEST.
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Upcoming Dates
July 31: Deadline to Pay Tuition Bill
August 15/16: International Student Move-In Dates
August 17: International Orientation
August 18: Preview (Including Course Registration)
August 19-21:
All New Student Orientation
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Upcoming Newsletters
August: Getting Involved
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Online Orientation Module
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As you get closer to arriving on campus, you will need some further information!
Module 4: Arriving on Campus
includes information about the Canton-Akron Airport, how to get to campus from the airport, cell phone providers and plans, and local banking options.
In July, Americans celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, delicious food, and family gatherings! To help you get oriented to American and Mount Union culture, we have created
Module 6: Living in the US
where you can find information about dining in the U.S., campus terminology, life in Alliance, American small talk and slang, Spiritual life, and the stages of culture shock.
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Fall 2016 Transportation and Arrival
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The deadline to request transportation for Fall 2016 arrivals is August 1.
This service is free to all international and out-of-state students and includes transportation to and from the Akron-Canton Airport (CAK), the Canton Bus Station, and the Alliance Amtrak Station. More detailed information about transportation, including approved arrival and travel dates, can be found
online
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transportation request form
in order for your transportation to be provided. After submitting your request, you will receive a confirmation email verifying your pick up time.
If you have any questions, please contact us at (330) 823-2574.
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International Orientation and Preview
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All International students will attending International Orientation on August 17, where they will learn about life in the U.S. and get acquainted with campus. Orientation sessions will include immigration regulations, living on or near campus, and adjusting to the U.S. classroom culture.
Following International Orientation, all students are required to attend Preview on August 18. During Preview, students will meet other incoming students, learn more about the academic requirements at UMU and finalize their fall course schedules.
- International four year degree seeking students register for Preview here.
- International Transfer students register for Preview here.
- Exchange students register here.
Note: Exchange students do not have to complete page 2 of the registration, the academic information form. All exchange students should be working with their faculty advisor on course registration.
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Textbooks
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As the school year is quickly approaching, it's time to start purchasing all of your necessary class materials - including textbooks. Follow these stress-free step-by-step instructions and cross "purchasing textbooks" off of that college to-do list! Make sure your class schedule is nearby.
- Visit The University Store website
- Click on the "Textbooks: Buy or Rent" link at the top
- Click on "Begin Price Comparison"
- Refer to your class schedule and select the correct term name, department, course and section for each of your classes
- Once all of your classes are listed in the Course List, click on the green "Compare Prices on These Course Materials" button
- Browse through the lists to compare the University Store prices vs. prices on the web!
- Click "Add to Cart" next to the textbook you would like
- Click "Checkout" to review your selected textbooks
- Follow the checkout procedure
Make sure to select whether you would like to pick up your textbooks at the University Store or have them mailed to your home address!
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Think About It Program
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As part of the transition to Mount Union, all students are required to complete Think About It, an online alcohol, drug, and sexual misconduct prevention and education program. The interactive program is designed to help you to make healthy choices. We think that you'll enjoy going through the program and that it will give you some useful pointers and advice.
An email directly from the Think About It program will be sent to your Mount Union email on July 20, so be sure to check that out to learn how to log-in and complete the course.
If you have any questions about Think About It, please feel free to contact the
Office of Alcohol, Drug, and Wellness Education
at (330) 829-6660 or the
Office of First-Year Initiatives
at (330) 823-4489.
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New Raider News Email Series
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From now through mid-August, you'll receive a monthly New Raider News issue from Mount Union with everything you need to know before arriving on campus in August. These emails will contain information on upcoming to-do items, opportunities in the classroom and beyond, campus resources, getting involved, and preparing for the start of classes! Have a question you'd like to see answered in a future email? Email us at [email protected].
Is this your first email from us? Check out our past issues to see what else has been sent!
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Class of 2020 Facebook Group
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Join the official University of Mount Union Class of 2020 Facebook Group today!
 Get to know your classmates- Receive updates on upcoming events and important information
- Learn more about academics, housing, student life, dining, etc.
- Share photos and videos
- Ask questions (we'll answer!)
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