Week of Events
Sunday, January 7, 2024
No events on this day.
Monday, January 8, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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January 9, 2024 -New International Student Social
New International Student Social
Join OIP staff, new students and returning students for a hot meal in 57 Stodder Hall. This is the kick-off for the official International Student Orientation program and a great way to meet one another in an informal setting before the Orientation program begins. We will assist attendees with rides home if you live in […]
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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January 10, 2024 -Breakfast at the Bears Den
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January 10, 2024 -OIP Official Welcome
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January 10, 2024 -Shopping Trip – Registration Required
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January 10, 2024 -Dinner at Orono House of Pizza (OHOP)
Breakfast at the Bears Den
Vouchers distributed by an OIP representative at the Bears Den entrance from 8:30 to 9:15 am. You can find a table in the dining room or come directly to the Bangor Room where the sessions will be held.
OIP Official Welcome
Following breakfast we will convene in the Bangor Room for a brief welcome from the OIP and IEI staff and the International Student Association Executive Board members.
Shopping Trip – Registration Required
Students will be transported to a local department/grocery store where they can buy sheets, blankets, school supplies, food items and other necessities for their first weeks of the semester. We will meet at Union Central which is on the main floor near the exit to the bus pick up area. Look for an area […]
Dinner at Orono House of Pizza (OHOP)
Enjoy delicious pizza, some good music, and interact with your fellow students.
Thursday, January 11, 2024
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January 11, 2024 -Breakfast in the Bears Den
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January 11, 2024 -Open Gym
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January 11, 2024 -Dinner and Game Night (Registration Required)
Breakfast in the Bears Den
Vouchers distributed by an OIP representative at the Bears Den entrance from 8:30 to 9:15 am. You can find a table in the dining room or come directly to the Bangor Room where the sessions will be held.
Open Gym
Join Nick, our International Programming Graduate Assistant and other new and current students for some fun at UMaine’s Recreation Center. Bring your UMaine ID (MaineCard) to enter or if you have not yet been issued your MaineCard bring another valid photo ID. You will need to complete a waiver form at the front desk before […]
Dinner and Game Night (Registration Required)
Join the staff of OIP and Winnifred, the International Student Liaison for the Graduate School for a light meal and a fun filled evening of board games and other entertaining activities. Register Here: https://forms.gle/cLSTHWz9tjRWwXwe8
Friday, January 12, 2024
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January 12, 2024 -Breakfast at Bear’s Den
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January 12, 2024 -Planetarium Show (Registration Required)
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January 12, 2024 -Dinner with OIP (Registration Required)
Breakfast at Bear’s Den
Vouchers distributed by an OIP representative at the Bears Den entrance from 8:30 to 9:15 am. You can find a table in the dining room or come directly to the Bangor Room where the sessions will be held.
Planetarium Show (Registration Required)
All new students and family members are invited to come to the Versant Power Astronomy Center to experience a journey through time and space. Register Here: https://forms.gle/yGYeCpYAkA8Ar5RK8
Dinner with OIP (Registration Required)
OIP will provide a light meal after the planetarium show. If you are NOT attending the show but would like to join us for dinner please register. Register Here: https://forms.gle/gbioB7uGFqYwBZMZA
Saturday, January 13, 2024
No events on this day.