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Welcome to the Panther Family! Once you have received your acceptance letter and have paid your $2000 tuition deposit, you will need to complete Orientation.
Orientation is a program of fun and learning that is critical to your success as a G1Y student. You can expect to:
Take Math and English placement tests
Learn about academic policies and requirements
Get familiar with campus buildings/landmarks
Hear about resources and involvement opportunities
Make connections with other new students
Meet with an Academic Advisor to understand the classes you should be taking
Get registered for your first semester of classes
Popular Links
Popular Links
MyFIU Account Setup
FIU Email Setup
FIU Housing Contract
FIU's Panther Book Pack Program
Pre-Arrival Communication
Airport Pickup & Campus Check-In
Important Dates
Important Dates
Whether you are completing your application or preparing for orientation, make sure you know the following important dates.
Placement Testing
Placement Testing
Global First Year has two different types of assessments that will occur before you start your program. (NOTE: Before you take the ALEKS or the PERT, you will need to make sure that you can log into your MyFIU account)
ALEKS Mathematics Assessment
(Note: take the ALEKS BEFORE orientation)
The ALEKS assessment tests your math level. This assessment is solely for students who intend to study in majors in Business, Science, Technology or Mathematics. Students can either place in College Algebra, Business Calculus, or Calculus I depending on their major math track. You will take this test BEFORE orientation.
Take some time now to familiarize yourself with the ALEKS Remote Instructions Tutorial. Please note that all students will be required to pay a $5 fee during orientation to sign up for the test. The link to take the ALEKS exam is: go.fiu.edu/aleksg1y
PERT - Reading and Writing Assessment (if applicable)
The PERT assessment covers your English reading and writing skills. If you are required to take the PERT, you must first do the steps to set up your FIU Account and university email. After you have successfully set up your FIU account, you will need to register for the PERT test in the FIU Testing Center's online system. Please click here for instructions on how to register for the PERT assessment. Once you have registered, you will receive an email from the University Testing Center with further testing instructions.
When you receive the email in your FIU university email, follow the instructions, watch the following video tutorial, and download HonorLock so that you are ready to take the PERT assessment.
G1Y 2 & 3 Term Orientation Schedule
G1Y 2 & 3 Term Orientation Schedule
Fall 2021 orientation for all new G1Y students will be held virtually from August 9 through August 13. The schedule is listed below. Be sure to check this page often for the most up-to-date information. See you soon!
Please note that all times listed below are in Eastern Standard Time. Please double check your time zone to make sure that you join each session at the right time in your home country. All sessions will take place on Zoom and you can use the same link to join every day. Please note that orientation attendance is mandatory!
Monday, August 9
Monday, August 9
8 AM - 8:30 AM | Welcome and Team Intros
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | G1Y Academics Overview
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Immunizations Collection - On Campus Students Only
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Tech Support (PERT, ALEKS, FIU User Setup)
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising (Sign-Up by Clicking HERE)
August 9, 2021 Orientation Recording
To-Do Items:
Follow us on Instagram: @globalfiu
Sign-up for Group Advising: https://signup.com/go/AqDPmYN
Complete Attendance Survey: https://fiu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6ujwQ7DxcfRQMgC
Take PERT/ALEKS if applicable:
PERT= Check your FIU email
ALEKS= Check your personal email inbox for instructions sent by Lisa Lyon (lisa.lyon@olemissinternational.org)
Tuesday, August 10
Tuesday, August 10
8 AM - 9:30 AM | Academic Advising Overview
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | G1Y Student Panel
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Tech Support (PERT, ALEKS, FIU User Setup)
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising (Sign-Up by Clicking HERE)
To-Do Items:
Complete Academic Contract: https://fiu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdP5EVzVfZGKfwF
Complete College Credits Earned Sheet (even if you already informed us of your accelerated/transfer credits): https://fiu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_55BrCZfPg2vOWdT
Download the Navigate and MyFIU Apps.
Save the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) phone number for immigration emergencies at the U.S. port of entry: +1-305-348-2421.
Wednesday, August 11
Wednesday, August 11
8 AM - 9 AM | Group Advising by Major
9 AM - 9:30 AM | Meet your Student Success Coach
9:30 AM - 10 AM | Housing/Commuter Presentation - On Campus Students Only
10:00 AM - 1 PM | Group Advising (Sign-Up by Clicking HERE)
**All Sessions on August 11 were in breakout rooms and cannot be recorded. **
Thursday, August 12
Thursday, August 12
8 AM - 9 AM | Health Services & Insurance Presentation
9 AM - 10 AM | Website & Textbook Affordability
10 AM - 10:30 AM | Career Accelerator Program Overview
10:30 AM - 11 AM | Immigration / ISSS Check-in Overview
11 AM - 12 PM | Tech Support (PERT, ALEKS, FIU User Setup)
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising (Sign-Up by Clicking HERE)
Friday, August 13
Friday, August 13
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | University Academic Culture & Academic Integrity
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Culture Shock & ISSP
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Tech Support (PERT, ALEKS, FIU User Setup)
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising (Sign-Up by Clicking HERE)
To-Do Items:
Register for ACT on-campus (only for students on-campus in Fall 2021): https://sites.google.com/view/fiug1yhelpspot/academics/satact-information/act-on-campus-information
Join our Fall 2021 G1Y Students WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GycFXnWVXthGAduB6D04Dk
Make sure to complete the ALEKS/PERT (if applicable). These tests will be required to be completed to register you in classes.
Important Move-In Week Events
Important Move-In Week Events
Please review the following important events that we encourage you to attend. The ISSS Welcome Session on Friday, August 20, is mandatory for all students.
Wednesday, August 18
Wednesday, August 18
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising Sessions (if you did not attend one during orientation): Sign-up HERE.
Zoom links are provided in the sign-up invitation.
Thursday, August 19
Thursday, August 19
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising Sessions (if you did not attend one during orientation): Sign-up HERE.
Zoom links are provided in the sign-up invitation.
Friday, August 20
Friday, August 20
9 AM - 11:30 AM | Mandatory ISSS Welcome Session (Click to join)
1 PM - 3 PM | On-Campus ALEKS & PERT Testing at GL 120 (if applicable)
1 PM - 3 PM | Group Advising Sessions (if you did not attend one during orientation): Sign-up HERE. *On-campus only
Commonly Asked Questions
Commonly Asked Questions
What if I miss orientation?
What if I miss orientation?
Orientation is an important and mandatory part of your preparation to attend FIU. Missing even one day could result in you missing important information about your classes and may result in a delay in your registration. If you have an urgent situation that requires you to miss orientation, please contact Lukas.calafell@globalfiu.com
It is your responsibility to view the orientation sessions and complete all required tasks.
When do I get my class schedule?
When do I get my class schedule?
You will be registered the week after orientation once holds are removed and all of your placement results have been recorded. Once you have been registered, the Academic Director will send you an email for you to visit https://my.fiu.edu/ to view your course schedule.
Can I request changes to my schedule?
Can I request changes to my schedule?
It depends. Your class schedule will be based on your Major and assessments if these are required. To request any changes, please contact the Academic Director at lorna.baez@globalfiu.com
When is the last day to request changes to my schedule?
When is the last day to request changes to my schedule?
The last date to request for changes in your schedule for Fall 2021 is on August 20th before 5pm EST. To request any changes, please contact the Academic Director at lorna.baez@globalfiu.com
When will I see my courses in Canvas?
When will I see my courses in Canvas?
Courses will populate in Canvas the first day of class. In the Fall 2021, you will see the courses in Canvas on Monday, August 23rd. If you are having any issues with Canvas please contact the Canvas Support Team: https://canvas.fiu.edu/support/
How do I see my class schedule?
How do I see my class schedule?
Your class schedule will be visible on your MyFIU account. It will also be visible in your PantherSuccessNetwork via your MYFIU account.
I'm having trouble setting up my MyFIU account. What do I do?
I'm having trouble setting up my MyFIU account. What do I do?
Make sure that you carefully follow the steps on the MyFIU Account Setup Page. If you've followed all of the steps there and are still having trouble, most likely what you are experiencing is something that only FIU IT can fix. Please go to https://fiu.service-now.com/sp?id=sc_somethingbroken. On this page, you will need to scroll down and view the tab that says "Chat". In this tab, you can fill out information about the issue you are having. When you hit "Submit" you'll be immediately connected to an IT person from 8 AM to 8 PM EST, Monday through Friday that can help assist you. If you have an issue outside of these hours, please wait until the office is open again to submit your request. You may also call IT at +1 (305) 348-2284.
What does my ALEKS score mean? What class am I eligible for?
What does my ALEKS score mean? What class am I eligible for?
Your score shows the level of your math preparedness and as such will be used to register you in a class that you are likely to succeed in. If you take a class for which you don’t have required prerequisites, you will have a hard time passing it. ALEKS placement assessment evaluates your knowledge and indicates the class level that you can be successful in.
Consult the MPS and ALEKS Placement Table for the classes you can register for depending on the score and your intended major. Note: Scroll down to the second page of the document to see the ALEKS Placement Table.
Please note that a student with an SAT math score below 440 or an ACT math score below 19 must take the ALEKS assessment for math placement.
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