International Student Orientation & Resources
Welcome to SUNY Brockport! We hope your travels went smoothly. Over the next few days you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, and get settled on campus and in Brockport. Below you will find helpful resources such as the schedule, access to presentations and more!
Our Global Education team is here to support your transition to your new home away from home. Please don’t hesitate to ask us if you need help or have any questions. We would be happy to help!
ORIENTATION SCHEDULE
Time | Description | Location |
8:00 am – 8:30 am | Breakfast | Dailey Hall 205 |
8:30 am – 9:30 am | Official Welcome! - Introductions & Ice Breakers | Dailey Hall 205 |
9:30 am – 11:00 am | Campus Meal Plans | Dailey Hall 205 |
Understanding Your Accounts | Dailey Hall 205 | |
International Health Insurance | Dailey Hall 205 | |
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Lunch – use conference card | Brockway Dinging Hall |
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Title IX Presenter: Denine Carr |
Liberal Arts 107 |
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Intro to the Drake Library Presenter: Jennifer Kegler |
Drake Library - Front Desk |
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Shopping Trip to Walmart | Brockport, NY |
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Dinner at Eagle Hall | Eagle Hall Multipurpose Room |
Time | Description | Location |
8:30 am – 10:00 am | Breakfast and Health Center Interviews | Dailey Hall 205 |
Understanding Your Visa Status | Dailey Hall 205 | |
10:00 am – 10:20 am | Hazen Center for Integrated Care Presenter: Sam Orlando, Registered Nurse |
Dailey Hall 205 |
10:25 am – 11:00 am | Counseling Center Presenter: Keegan Johnston |
Dailey Hall 205 |
11:00 am – 11:30 am | Health Prevention, Promotion, and Education (HPPE) Presenter: Courtney Earle |
Dailey Hall 205 |
11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Brockport Better Community Statement & Welcome Presenter: Dr. Lorraine Acker |
Dailey Hall 205 |
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm | Bank Accounts and Working on Campus How to Make Your Chase Bank Appointment
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Dailey Hall 205 |
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Lunch – Meal plan starts – use your ID card | Harrison Dining Hall |
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm | Getting Involved Presenter: Will Walker |
Dailey Hall 205 |
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | American Classroom Dynamics Presenter: Thomas Chew |
Dailey Hall 205 |
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm | Bowling | Brockport Bowl |
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Dinner - use your ID card | Harrison Dining Hall |
PRESENTATION RESOURCES
SUNY Int'l Inbound International PPT 2023-24.pdf
Update Your Brockport Accounts
Eating at Brockport: Meal Plans, Dining Points & More
F-1 Status Rights & Responsibilities
Things To Do In & Around Greater Rochester
International Students and Social Security Numbers
How SUNY Brockport Responds to Disclosures of Sexual/Gender-Based Misconduct and Interpersonal Violence
Update Your Brockport Accounts
Eating at Brockport: Meal Plans, Dining Points & More
F-1 Status Rights & Responsibilities
Things To Do In & Around Greater Rochester
International Students and Social Security Numbers
How SUNY Brockport Responds to Disclosures of Sexual/Gender-Based Misconduct and Interpersonal Violence
SHOPPING CONSIDERATIONS
Forgot something at home or the item was too large to travel with? Not a problem! There will be shopping opportunities throughout the week for you to purchase anything you may still need. Below is a "What to Bring" check-list provided by Residential Life. Not all items are needed but may be preferred.
- Bedding, such as:
- Sheets (twin extra long)
- Blankets, comforter, mattress cover, pillows and pillow cases
- Towels, washcloths, toiletries (toothbrush/toothpaste, soap, shampoo, lotions, hairdryer, medications, first aid kit, etc). Often students prefer to wear flip-flops and bathrobe to and from bathroom.
- Seasonal items:
- umbrella
- winter boots
- winter clothes
- A throw rug
- Clothes hangers
- Laundry essentials
- hamper/basket
- laundry detergent
- dryer sheets
- iron / small ironing board (Laundry machines are free and located throughout each residence hall. Laundry machines are also located in each Townhome unit)
- School/Desk supplies:
- planner/calendar
- bookbag
- notebooks
- writing utensils
- post-it notes
- etc.
- Crates, bins, or containers for storage (no storage outside of room is available)
- Poster tack or carpenter’s tack to hang posters (no tape or nails allowed)
- Dishes, cups, bowls, silverware, dish soap, etc.
- Snacks and beverages
- Electrical appliances
- Surge Protector Strips (extension cords are NOT allowed)
- Desk lamp
- Humidifier
- Read more here
We're so excited to hear you here. If you need more information, please contact Keith Davis or Ethan Lehman.
OTHER EVENTS
Date | Time | Description | Location |
Monday, January 29th | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Student Employment - Learn how to find a campus job & the process for getting started! Presenter: Madi Hiddie Can't make it but still looking for a job? Schedule an appointment with Maddi below or visit Career Services in Dailey Hall Make an appointment here. |
Dailey Hall 205 |