• International flags next to a map of the world

    Center for International Education

  • An international experience opens the door to more choices. It introduces language acquisition, career options, new kinds of learning, new cultures, and new people. Millikin University’s Center for International Education (CIE) supports students toward international opportunities as they strive to become democratic citizens in a global environment.

    We’re here to give them the world. 

  • International Orientation Schedule - Fall 2024

    Tuesday, August 13

    5:00 p.m.Pick up at Chicago O'HareMcDonalds Near Terminal 5Ìý
    10:00 p.m.Arrive at MillikinThe Woods/Res HallsÌý
    Ìý- Get Connected to Wi-FiÌýÌý
    Ìý- Confirm you have everything you need in your room for the first nightÌýÌý

    Wednesday, August 14

    9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Welcome BreakfastCIE (UC 122)Meet your volunteers at 9:00 a.m.
    10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Meet with Information Technology: Validate, I.D.s, EmailCIE (UC 122)IMPORTANT: Bring your laptop, phone & chargers
    12 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m.Donations, Walmart & TB TestingÌýCheck your small group schedule
    5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.ÌýDinner*CafeteriaÌý
    6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Moving Night at The Woods Theatre*The Woods OfficeÌý

    Thursday, August 15

    8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast*CafeteriaÌý
    9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.The Woods Lease Signing & Campus ToursThe Woods OfficeCheck your small group schedule
    11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.On Campus Employment - Tanya VaughnCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.U.S. Classroom Expectations - Carrie TrimbleCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Paying your Bills & The Woods Utilities - Sandy Renfro & BrianaCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Get to know Millikin's Campus - Scavenger HuntÌýÌý
    3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Visit Downtown Decatur (set up a U.S. bank account)*ÌýÌý

    Friday, August 16

    8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast*CafeteriaÌý
    9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.New I-20 & Required Paperwork; Navigating MoodleCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Living with Roommates - Nicole DeLiberisCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Library Resources - Matt OlsenCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Safety with Drugs & Alcohol - Chris Ballard (Play Tea Video)CIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Office of the Registrar - Lisa HillCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Your Goals at Millikin - Vision BoardCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Student Success Center - Carrie PiersonCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    Before 4:00 p.m.Get your TB test readHealth CenterÌý
    6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.ÌýPool Party & BBQ*The Woods ClubhouseHosted by ISO

    Saturday, August 17

    8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast*CafeteriaÌý
    9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.YogaThe QuadYoga matts will be provided
    10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.F-1 Visa Regulations & KahootCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch*CafeteriaÌý
    1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.I-94, SEVIS Check-In Form & PrintingCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Human Bingo; Q&A with current studentsCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.International Friendship Family ProgramCIE (UC 122)Ìý
    5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.ÌýDinner*CafeteriaÌý

    August 18 - August 25

    New Student Welcome Week!
    Your attendance is required!

    Monday, August 26

    Good Luck on your First Day of Classes!

  • CIE by the Numbers

    • 116

      Students

    • 35

      Countries

    • 75+

      Organizations & Clubs

  • International Student Services

    International ApplicantInternational Student HandbookTraveling outside of the U.S.International Student Employment

  • International Student Services