Sessions For: Student Life (International Center)

International Student Lunch Conversation (ISLC) is a casual time and space for international students to connect with each other and talk about life as an international student in the U.S. and at U-M. Food is provided!
ISLCs are co-sponsored by the U-M Library, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the International Center.

The International Center is excited to announce a series of in-person Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) events! These events are an excellent opportunity to prepare for your travels to the U.S., meet other new U-M students, as well as get your questions about U-M answered by current students, alums and IC staff.
Summer 2026 PDO hosted cities will be:
May 24: Shanghai
May 29: Beijing
May 31: Mumbai
June 6: Tokyo
June 14: Taipei
June 19: Seoul

Registration: Students are only allowed to register for one event. If you are unable to attend in-person, there is also a virtual PDO option being offered. You can find more information and register for the virtual event here.
Guests: Due to limited space at event locations, undergraduate students are allowed to bring one parent to the event. Graduate students are not permitted to bring any guests.
Unless specified, all events will be conducted in English.
Click below for more detailed information about each PDO.

The International Center is excited to virtually meet new international students who will begin their studies in Fall 2026!


This event is designed to help new international students gain valuable information about University of Michigan services, life in the USA/Ann Arbor, campus resources and valuable immigration information. Attendees may also submit questions in advance when they register.
Sessions will be recorded and will be shared with attendees afterwards.