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1、Success In and Out of ClassSuccess In and Out of ClassAn Orientation Seminar for Graduate Studies in America (M.B.A., M.S., M.A., Ph.D.)好 的 開 始 就 是 成 功 的 一 半Success In and Out of ClassSuccess In and Out of ClassSponsor:Sponsor: Reference Room for Study Abroad Taipei Municipal LibraryLecturer:Lecture
2、r: Stuart Bullington (柏 寧 恆) International Students Inc.Success In and Out of ClassSuccess In and Out of ClassMore About Me:More About Me: Stuart Bullington (柏 寧 恆) M.S.C.E., 1991 University of Washington Seattle, WashingtonResearch Topic:Research Topic: Finite Element Modeling of Fracture in Reinfo
3、rced ConcreteThe Opportunity:The Opportunity: Prepare for your future career by: Earning your graduate degree from an American school (M.B.A., M.S., M.A., Ph.D.) Learning how to do research and publish Gaining practical work experience Grow and learn: Become a more independent and mature person Lear
4、n another language and cultureStudy in AmericaStudy in AmericaThe Challenge:The Challenge: Totally new experience Unsure about what to expect Concerned about speaking English Worried about money Worried about the challenge of graduate-level studies Afraid of failureStudy in AmericaStudy in AmericaTo
5、days Goals:Todays Goals: Help you prepare for this new experience Share practical advice about: what to expect in America how to adjust quickly how to save money how to improve your English how to be successful in graduate school Fear ConfidenceStudy in AmericaStudy in AmericaOverviewOverview The Am
6、erican Environment Arrival and getting settled Long-Term adjustment to America The University Environment Sources of help for international students Getting off to a good start Q&A SessionThe American Environment Arrival and Getting Settled1. Applying for Your American Visa 2. The Flight to America
7、a. What to arrange in advancea. What to arrange in advancea. What to arrange in advance Notify School of Your Flight No. and Arrival Time Taiwan Passport and American Visa Packing and Shipping Airport Pickup Temporary Housing after Arrival Start planning 2-3 months before departure Possible sources
8、of help: International Student Office Chinese Student Association (CSA) International Students Inc. (ISI)2. The Flight to AmericaThe American Environment Arrival and Getting Settled1. Applying for Your American Visa 2. The Flight to America a. What to arrange in advance b. What to take with youb. Wh
9、at to take with youb. What to take with you Entry Papers: Passport and Visa All Documents Sent by Your University Traveling Cash and Travelers Checks Credit Cards and ATM Cards Birth Certificate Financial Documents International Drivers License Medical and Dental Records Professional Records Letters
10、 of Recommendation English Translations of All Important Documents2. The Flight to Americab. What to take with you Extra Passport Photos Insurance Policies Inventory of Items in Your Luggage Household and Prescription Medications Laptop Computer English-Chinese Dictionaries, Other Chinese Books Pape
11、rback Textbooks in Your Area of Study Extra Pair of Eyeglasses Small Cultural Gifts from Taiwan Photos of Your Family and Home2. The Flight to AmericaThe American Environment Arrival and Getting Settled1. Applying for Your American Visa 2. The Flight to America a. What to arrange in advance b. What
12、to take with you 3. Arrival at the Airport3. Arrival at the Airport Immigration: Passport and Visa CheckImmigration: Passport and Visa Check You will receive Form I-94 (arrival-departure record) Your “admission number” will be entered on Form I-20 I-20 AB (pages 1 and 2) will be removed and sent to
13、your school You retain I-20 ID (pages 3 and 4 of I-20) as proof that you are legally admitted to the U.S. as an F-1 student3. Arrival at the Airport Baggage Claim Airport Pickup Meet your party Taxi or Super Shuttle Go to Temporary Housing Call or E-Mail HomeSoon After Arrival: International Student
14、 Orientation RegistrationThe American Environment Arrival and Getting Settled1. Applying for Your American Visa 2. The Flight to America a. What to arrange in advance b. What to take with you 3. Arrival at the Airport 4. Long-term Housing: On Campus or Off?4. Long-term HousingOn Campus: DormitoryOn
15、Campus: Dormitory Advantages Close to or on campus No need to buy food or cook meals No need to buy furniture or appliances Disadvantages Potential for major conflicts with roommates Noisy All food served is American food Students must move out between semesters4. Long-term HousingOff Campus: ApartmentOff Campus: Apartment Advantages Live with roommates you like Dont have to move out between semesters Can use the kitchen to cook your own food Usually quieter than dorms Disadvantages Must sign a lease agreement Might be far from campus Probably will have to buy some furniture Have to
