Dual and Joint Degree Program Orientation

Incoming students to the Columbia University Morningside Campus from the Dual BA Program Between Columbia University and Sciences Po, the Dual BA Program between Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University, and the Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University are required to attend a full-day Orientation aimed at introducing them to the resources and support available at Columbia.

Students enrolled in these programs have been automatically registered for this event.

Friday, August 23, 2019

9 - 9:45 a.m.
Welcome Breakfast
Seminar Level, Faculty House, Second Floor

Enjoy breakfast with your fellow students. Welcome remarks will be made by Lisa Rosen-Metsch, Dean of the School of General Studies, and Ivonne Rojas, Dean of Students.

9:45 - 11:15 a.m.
Strategies for a Seamless Transition, Academic Advising Overview, and Q&A
Seminar Level, Faculty House, Second Floor

This session will include a discussion and question-and-answer session pertaining to academic planning details unique to students in the Dual BA Program between Columbia University and Sciences Po or the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University.

11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Roadmap to Orientation
Seminar Level, Faculty House, Second Floor

Learn how various Columbia University and GS resources can support your specific needs as a dual or joint degree program student with an international background.

12 - 12:15 p.m.
Coffee & Snack Break
Seminar Level, Faculty House, Second Floor

12:15 - 1 p.m.
Student and Alumni Panel
Seminar Level, Faculty House, Second Floor

This session includes a panel discussion of joint program students and alumni who will share their Columbia experiences with you.

1 - 5 p.m.
Break/International Students Orientation Program

Dual and joint degree program students who are not international students have a break until 5 p.m. International students are invited to attend the International Students Orientation Program.

5 - 8 p.m.
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour of NYC
Locations around New York City

Join your fellow students for an excursion in New York City.