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INTERNATIONAL Q&A PANEL

2019 New Graduate Student Orientation

PANELISTSChristine Collins

Thomas W. Atkinson, Ph.D.

Ivan Anthony S. Henares

Lizhi Shang, Ph.D.

Mohsen Ahangardarabi

Lilian Ayala Akshay S. Deshpande

Director Associate Dean PhD Student Post-Doctoral Research Assistant

PhD Student MSc Student PhD Student

International Students and Scholars

The Graduate School

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Agricultural and Biological Engineering

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Forestry and Natural Resources

Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering

Philippines China Iran Paraguay India

CHRISTINE K. COLLINS• Director, International Students Services, Office of

International Students and Scholars• Primary Designated School Official for West

Lafayette and the Purdue University System• 18 Years with Purdue, all in International Programs• Team of 27 dedicated professionals serving more

than 15,000 prospective, current and former students

TIPS FOR STAYING IN STATUS• Maintain a full course of study at all times;

• No more than three (3) credit hours of coursework delivered via “online” or “distance” may be used toward minimum enrollment requirements;

• Do not exceed 20 hours of on-campus employment in any one week;

• Do not work or volunteer off-campus without checking with ISS first;

• Update your Address every time it changes and within 10 calendar days of the change;

• Review the ISS Website.

https://www.purdue.edu/IPPU/ISS/Student/F1/legalStatus.html

ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS• Graduate Students with a Graduate Staff

Appointment:• Fall and Spring, minimum 6 credit or research hours;• Summer minimum 3 credit or research hours;

• Graduate students without a Graduate Staff Appointment:

• Fall and Spring, minimum 8 credit or research hours;• Summer minimum 6 credit or research hours;

ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS, CONTINUED• No more than three (3) credit hours of coursework

delivered via “online” or “distance” may be used toward minimum enrollment requirements.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICE OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS

(ISS) Last year more than 9,000 students representing 133* nations and 1642 international faculty and staff representing 78* nations were a part of the Boilermaker family.

ISS is committed to the internationalization of Purdue University by providing appropriate services and support to international clientele and various University departments and offices. ISS seeks to enhance the academic, cultural, and social pursuits of students and scholars from abroad through knowledge and expertise in programming, engagement, immigration, and advising.

INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP PROGRAMThe International Friendship Program is a program offered through International Student Services which connects new international Boilermakers with local community hosts for friendship and support as they transition to living in Greater Lafayette.

https://www.purdue.edu/IPPU/ISS/Student/Programming/IFP/index.html

CENTER FOR INTERCULTURAL LEARNING MENTORING ASSESSMENT AND RESEARCH

(CILMAR)CILMAR’s mission is to facilitate intercultural learning opportunities for all Boilermakers.The Center promotes and facilitates intercultural learning at Purdue and beyond. CILMAR fosters inclusion, belongingness and community; and cultivates knowledge, skills and attitudes of intercultural competence.

https://www.purdue.edu/IPPU/CILMAR/About/index.html




Lizhi Shang, Ph.D.






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THE MAJOR PROFESSOR/GRADUATE STUDENT RELATIONSHIP


Associate Dean

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LIVING OUT YOUR AMAZING PURDUE EXPERIENCE

PHD HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT

CERTIFICATE IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

VISIT THE 50 STATES!• Explore the US• Go on a road trip with

friends• Explore national &

state parks• Attend festivals• Try local cuisine




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LIFE AS A PURDUE GRAD STUDENT - RESEARCH• Lizhi Shang, Ph.D.• Post-Doctoral • Research Assistant• Agricultural and Biological Engineering• China




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10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT AMERICAN CULTURE1) Alchohol/SmokingDrinking age is 21Smoking just in “smoking areas”

2) Driving LawsBoth Driver & passengers must wear seat beltLimit how often you honk your hornAllow pedestrians to have the right of wayGive a little wave if someone lets you merge

3) Animals/PetsSee them as “part of the family”Dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish

4) Dress and Modesty StandardsDress casually during the daytime at schoolIn a formal setting, men should wear a suit

10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT AMERICAN CULTURE5) Out in PublicHold the door open for people walking behind you

Wait in line patientlyTreat people in service positions as equals.Give tips in restaurants, hotels, hair salons, etc

6) Gestures“thumbs up” mean “That’s cool!”, or “Good job!”Pointing at people is seen as rude

7) Social CourtesySmiles are signals of politeness and friendlinessAvoid making eye contact with strangers“Small talk” is acceptable & considered “nice”Personal space (2 feet apart when talking)

10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT AMERICAN CULTURE8) The Value of timeTime Is MoneyArriving 10 minutes late without notifying is

not socially acceptable

9) Personal HygieneShower every day and wear deodorant. Using too much perfume is not desired either Brush teeth after eating smelly foods

10) Usage of First Name, Last Name, and TitleAddress people by title and last name Using “Sir” and “Madam” are not common




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WEST LAFAYETTE AND LAFAYETTE AREA SHOPPING• Purdue University Surplus Store

Grocery Stores• ALDI• Walmart• Payless• Target

Used clothes (buy/sell/donate)• Goodwill• Plato’s Closet

Department Stores• T.J.Maxx• Marshalls

Mall• Tippecanoe Mall

• Farmers Market in West Lafayette/Lafayette/Memorial Mall Purdue University (May to October)

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS/ACTIVITIES/FESTIVALS/EVENTS• https://www.homeofpurdue.com/

https://www.homeofpurdue.com/

CORN MAZE – EXPLORATION ACRES

Pic: Rodrigo RodríguezPic: Ivan Henares

WOLF PARK – BATTLEGROUND, IN

Howl nights – Friday/Saturday nights

http://wolfpark.org/planning/admission/howlnight/

http://wolfpark.org/planning/admission/howlnight/

FEAST OF THE HUNTER’S MOON – FORT OUIATENON

Pic: Ivan Henareshttp://feastofthehuntersmoon.org/photo-gallery/

http://feastofthehuntersmoon.org/photo-gallery/

TOURS• “Tour the Town” - City Bus - Lafayette• Self-guided tours – Purdue Campus

https://www.purdue.edu/visit/tours/self-guided.php

https://www.purdue.edu/visit/tours/self-guided.php

PARKS• Celery Bog Nature Area• Happy Hollow Park• Columbian Park Zoo• Prophetstown State Park

SHOWS• Purdue Convocations• Lafayette Symphony

Orchestra• Purdue Musical

Organizations• Purdue Christmas Show

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES• Summer Suppers at

the International Center of West Lafayette

• Global Cafes

Pic: International Center of West Lafayette

CLUBS • Club Sports – Boilerlink• Games

MORE• Purdue Grand Prix• Purdue Aviation Day• Purdue Galleries




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CHOOSE YOUR ADVISOR WISELY!

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