PREPARE Program for Incoming International Undergraduate Students at Cornell
August 13 - August 16, 2012
What is PREPARE?
Incoming undergraduate international students are stongly encouraged to arrive in Ithaca four days BEFORE New Student Orientation in order to participate in PREPARE, the international pre-orientation program. This program provides travel-weary students with an early start on their Cornell experience. During these four days, participants will not only obtain resources to meet the challenges of adjusting to college life in the U.S., they will also have the opportunity to make new friends with students from all over the world.
Time to Adjust Before University Orientation:
University orientation for the entire freshman class does not officially begin until the end of that week, so PREPARE will give you a chance to recover from travel fatigue and confusion before plunging into other orientation activities and academic tasks. During PREPARE you will learn about the U.S. academic system, Cornell's student life and traditions, and the international community as well as covering practical matters. Our program provides the unique opportunity to ask questions and discuss issues with officials from throughout the University, including staff from health services, campus police and academic departments.
Interact with Upper-Level International and U.S. American Students:
Most importantly, experienced upper-level international and U.S. students will be there to answer every question you might have about this exciting new part of your life. And before you begin to think PREPARE is all work and no play, we remind you that the program includes some great social activities as well. Prepare for an exciting time, a comfortable start to your Cornell career, and the chance to make friends for a lifetime.
Email any questions regarding PREPARE to apr6@cornell.edu