Do you remember your first days at The University of Texas at Austin? Arriving on campus, navigating a new city, meeting new people, and learning your way around the Forty Acres can feel both exciting and overwhelming. For thousands of international students each year, International Student Orientation is one of… read more
Culture & Community
Dazed and Confused Screening Connects International Students with Austin Culture
In spring 2026, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) partnered with Campus Events and Entertainment (E+E) and its student-led Films & Media Committee to celebrate Austin’s cultural roots with a screening of Richard Linklater’s beloved cult classic film, Dazed and Confused. Screened at the Texas Union Theater at The University of Texas at Austin, the… read more
Advice to Incoming Students from International Orientation Volunteers
To welcome incoming international students this spring, International Orientation Volunteers (IOVs) conducted “Mentor Meetings,” a series of informative presentations covering various cultural, social and academic topics introducing new students to the Longhorn way of life. These sessions took place over Zoom from Jan. 6-14. There was a total of… read more