On August 16, 2017, Stetson University formally welcomed parents of new international students from nine different countries – Argentina, Australia, Belgium, the Cayman Islands, Ecuador, France, Honduras, Peru, and Saudi Arabia.
During the half-day New International Parent Orientation, family members
- enjoyed a campus tour with student ambassadors;
- engaged in a panel discussion with international students;
- directed questions at President Wendy Libby (pictured above) about the current status and future of Stetson University;
- lunched with faculty members and staff of WORLD: The David and Leighan Rinker Center for International Learning;
- viewed presentations on the new Global Community Engagement Dashboard , international student career development resources at Konkeros.com , and Disability Resources; and
- learned about additional student success resources during the Resource Fair hosted at the Hollis Family Student Success Center.
Now celebrating its third year, the primary goal of the Orientation event is to introduce parents from across the globe to campus life, academic environment, American culture, and the diverse success resources available to their student.
As in past years, feedback was very positive. Parents cited enjoying the beautiful campus, learning from current students, and exposure to resources offered to their international students.
International Parent Orientation at Stetson University is facilitated by Cortney Dowdle, international student recruiter, and Roxanne Lewis, international student and scholar services coordinator.