Which action best represents how OLs can support international students during orientation?

• A. Provide info about visa resources, campus support, language help, and inclusive practices; connect them with international student services.
• B. Focus solely on campus tours.
• C. Refrain from contacting international student services.
• D. Ignore language support and assistance for international students.

Answer: (A)

Providing a broad, resource-rich introduction that includes visa resources, campus support, language assistance, and inclusive practices, while also connecting students with international student services, best supports international students during orientation. These students often face needs beyond campus logistics—understanding visa requirements, knowing where to get help, overcoming language barriers, and feeling welcomed in a new environment. By sharing information on visa resources, guiding them to the right campus support offices, offering language help, and modeling inclusive practices, orientation leaders help them navigate the transition and know where to turn for ongoing support. Connecting them with international student services ensures access to specialized advising and programs designed for their unique situation.

The other options miss essential support: focusing only on campus tours overlooks important administrative and resource connections; avoiding contact with international student services cuts off access to needed assistance; and ignoring language support creates a practical barrier to participation and success.