International J-1 Scholar Orientation Sessions

Attendance at a scholar orientation is required to validate the stay of all international scholars.

Please plan to attend a session immediately upon your arrival at UC Davis. Orientation sessions are usually held each Thursday from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.  at the SISS Conference room.  Please call 530-752-0864 to make a reservation.

Please bring photocopies of:

1. Your passport ID page

2. Your DS-2019

3. Both sides of your I-94 card (arrival/ departure record)--even if there is nothing written on the back.

4. Your J-1 visa stamp
5. If your J-2 dependents are here in the U.S. with you, please bring copies for their documents as well.

Please note: We are not able to make copies at SISS.

In addition, please submit a completed scholar personal data sheet: