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New International Student Move-in and Orientation
- Sun, Aug 23鈥揟hu, Aug 27, 2026
All new international students must move in on Sunday, August 23 anytime after 8:30 a.m.
Move-in day instructions and tips
On Monday, you'll begin International Orientation.
- Build community
- Connect with Calvin services and student support
- Learn more about the transition to university life
This is required for new international students. Americans who have international experience are also invited. No registration necessary鈥攃onfirmation will show on the New Student Portal.
Schedule
During International Orientation, several 鈥淚nfo Sessions鈥 will be offered to new students to help them navigate complex cultural and logistical transitions. For example: Liberal arts academics, Cross-cultural competency, Technology at Calvin, Financial Literacy as a young adult in the US, Immigration policies for international students, and more! We鈥檙e so excited to see you on August 23rd!
Arrival Day
- Check in: International Orientation
- Move into your Fall housing
- Tour Calvin鈥檚 campus
- Chapel service in the evening
Getting Settled
- Meet your Orientation Assistant
- Welcome Lunch
- Opening Bank Accounts with LMCU (Lake Michigan Credit Union)
- Shopping at Meijer
- Meetings + Info Sessions with Campus Partners
- Optional programming for families and parents
Looking Around
- Explore Grand Rapids
- FUN Night
- Meetings + Info Sessions with Campus Partners
- Optional programming for parents and families until lunch. There will be no further programming for parents or families after this point.
Final Steps
- LMCU Return to campus
- Closing ceremony + Activities
- Meetings + Info Sessions with campus partners
Beach Day!
- Trip to Holland Beach
- End of International Orientation
- Beginning of Welcome Week