ITET AU INTRO DAYS BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AUTUMN 2016

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1 AARH UNI VERS US ITET BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AUTUMN 2016 Introduction activities organised for international students in the School of Business and Social Sciences (Law, Political Science, Psychology) Activities begin on Tuesday, August 23, Last day for check-in before the AU Intro Days activities is on Monday, August 22, 2016.

2 2 BSS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS BSS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 3 WELCOME! During your AU Intro Days you will be introduced to Aarhus University to help you make the best of your stay. You will be oriented on practical matters regarding your stay and introduced to the numerous activities the University and the city have to offer. This booklet will help guide your way through your designated AU Intro Days, with information about the activities, an activity schedule, and maps of important places relevant to your introduction activities. The AU Intro Days allow students plenty of opportunities to get to know each other and the beautiful campus of AU. Make sure to check for any last minute updates and announcements regarding your AU Intro Days online at the AU Intro Days Website. There is also a Facebook Page dedicated specifically for incoming students and AU Intro Days activities, where updates and posts with information specifically for incoming students will be made. Make sure to search for and add Aarhus University Incoming International Students. Please also note that the IC will have extended opening hours during the start of the semester. Be sure to make use of them as they are available for your benefit! The extended hours are: August»» Wed, 31: 10-16»Wed,» 17: September»Thu,» 18: 10-16»Thu,» 1: 10-18»Fri,» 19:10-16»Mon,» 22: 10-16»Tue,» 23: 10-16»Wed,» 24: 10-16»Thu,» 25: 10-16»Fri,» 26: 10-16»Mon,» 29: 10-16»Tue,» 30: ACTIVITIES This area gives an overview of some of the activities that will take place. Though this list is not comprehensive, you can use it to see the wide variety of activities that will be offiered. Make sure to check out the schedule on the next pages to get an entire overview of everything that will happen so that you don t miss any activities! Check-in at the International Centre If you haven t already done so, one of the first things you should do once arriving is checkingin with the IC. This is extremely important to do before your AU Intro Days as there are documents needed for some of the activities. Introduction to AU Tuesday, August 23, 10:00 10:45 In this session you will be welcomed to Aarhus University and introduced to the AU Intro Days programme. Introduction to Academic & Study Culture Wednesday, August 24, 10:45-11:45 This session will provide some tips and suggestions to studying at Aarhus University and act as an introduction to the study culture at your faculty. Introduction to State and University Library/ AU Libraries Wednesday, August 24, 10:30-10:45 The State and University Library offers an introduction to the many benefits the library has to offer and shows you how to register as a user to be able to check out books during the semester. Danes, Danish, and Denmark Tuesday, August 23, 11:30 13:00 This presentation will give you an idea of what it is like to live in Denmark and how the Danes are in order to make the transition from home to Denmark a little easier. LærDansk offers this presentation and an experienced Danish teacher will introduce you to the Danish language in a humourous and interactive lesson. Days with BSS To be announced from your Faculty/Department On this day you will be divided according to your studies in Aarhus to get an introduction to your Department and/or Faculty. The faculties and departments will be responsible for the day. More information will come by from your faculty or department about specific activities and times. Explorer Day: Fun and Games in Uni Park Sunday, September 4, 13:00-18:00 Join us for a fun afternoon discovering one of the most beautiful campuses in the world in a distinctly less formal way than regular tours and more reminiscent of the way that Danish intro activities are done. There will be hidden treasures to discover, goals to achieve and, hopefully, lots of laughs and good companionship. Bring comfortable clothing (nothing too fancy and no high heels), maybe a raincoat, and, most of all, your good spirits. Don t bring an empty stomach but be sure to make room for a few surprises! Residence Certificate (EU Citizens) & CPR Tuesday, August 23, 13:15-16:00 Building 2628, Room 209 This is an opportunity for students to apply for their Residence Certificate (EU Citizens) and CPR Number (all students) during the AU Intro Days, making the processing both quicker and easier. Be sure to bring the completed application form and all relevant personal documents (see Pre-Arrival Guide on page 13 for details). International Student Fair Tuesday, September 6, 16:00-19:00 During these two hours you will be introduced to some of the many social activities offered to students by different organisations at the University and in the city of Aarhus. International Night Tuesday, September 6, 20:00-23:00 Studenterhus Aarhus will organise an International night where you will have the opportunity to meet other international students and Danish students and share your experiences in Aarhus! International nights typically take place every Tuesday during the semester.

3 SCHEDULE DATE TIME ACTIVITY MEETING POINT/LOCATION Monday :00-18:00 Last day for check-in before your AU Intro Days! International Centre, Building 1650 Tuesday :45-10:00 Students Arriving 10:00-10:45 Introduction to AU 10:45-11:00 Living in Denmark: An International Student Perspective 11:00-11:30 Break with Sandwiches 11:30-13:00 What you need to know about Danes, Danish & Denmark 13:15-16:00 Residence Certificate and CPR Registration Building 2628, Room 209 Wednesday :45-10:00 Students Arriving 10:00-10:30 Introduction to the Student House 10:30-10:45 Introduction to AU Libraries + DiscoverCity 10:45-11:45 Introduction to Academic and Study Culture Thursday & Friday Day with BSS Locations and information sent by your specific department Sunday :00-18:00 Explorer Day: fun and games in the park Studenterhus Aarhus, Stakladen, Nordre Ringgade 3 Tuesday :00-19:00 International Student Fair Stakladen/ 20:00-23:00 International Night State and University Library Tours Don t forget to sign up to attend the State and University Library tour! The deadline to register is August 26! The tour will take place on the following date:»» Tuesday, August 30: 16:15-17:45

4 AARHUS CITY MAP AARHUS UNIVERSITY MAIN CAMPUS MAP More detailed map 3 4 Campus Fuglesangs Allé 2 Aarhus University hospital International Centre 5 Den Gamle By ARoS Town Hall Police City library, Station Borgerservice Bus Station Central Train Station 1 Important locations for AU Intro Days 1 International Centre 2 Building Studenterhus Aarhus/Stakladen 4 State and AU Library 5 University Park

5 International Centre Aarhus University Høegh-Guldbergs Gade Aarhus C Phone: ic@au.dk