CELCIS Summer II 2007 Orientation June 28-29 Welcome to Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo and the Career Language Center for International Students. Summer II registration and payment will be held in the CELCIS office Thursday, June 28 and orientation will be conducted on Friday, June 29.
Click here to access a pdf file of the Summer II arrival information that follows
The CELCIS office is located on the lower level of Ellsworth Hall. Our business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The following information will help you plan for your arrival and begin your studies at CELCIS. Please read this information carefully and carry it with you when traveling to Kalamazoo.
Registration and complete payment of tuition will take place on Thursday, June 28, 2007. Meet at the CELCIS Office at 8 a.m., where more details will be provided for the day's activities. If you plan to live in a dormitory during Summer I semester, CELCIS will help you move in and take you shopping at a department store.
Orientation for new students is Friday, June 29 in the Bernhard Center at 9:30 a.m. (located next to Ellsworth Hall). You will meet the CELCIS instructors and have the opportunity to ask questions about the CELCIS curriculum, Western Michigan University, and other topics of interest to you.
All new students are required to attend Orientation. If you do not attend Orientation on June 9, you must pay a $50 penalty fee. This fee can only be waived if the CELCIS Director gives you permission to be absent.
What to bring to Registration
- Passport
- 3 or more Photographs (passport size, if possible)
- Hospital/Medical Insurance policy. If you are bringing insurance from your home country, the policy MUST be written in English or it will not be accepted.
- Complete payment of tuition and fees
Costs for the Summer II 2007 Semester (May 7 to June 26)
CELCIS Tuition and Fees
Tuition: $2,000.00
Hospital/Sickness Insurance: $210.00
Student Fees: $60.00
*Recreation Center (SRC): $38.00
TOTAL: $2,308.00
* Optional
Dormitory Housing
Single Room w/meal service $1,628.00 (15 meals per week)
Single Room w/meal service *$1,477.00 (10 meals per week)
Double Room Only *$836.00 (No meal service)
*Price may change slightly without prior notice
Complete payment is expected from all students at the time of registration
If you paid a tuition deposit, subtract that amount from "Total".
Books will cost about $200 for the session. You will be told on the first day of classes which books to buy.
NOTE: The costs stated above are APPROXIMATE and may change without prior notice. THE CELCIS OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 4
IN OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY
CELCIS Tuition Policy
Complete payment of tuition is expected from all students at the time of registration. If you need to withdraw from CELCIS during the first few days of classes, tuition will be refunded. The refund date will be determined by the date the CELCIS office receives the refund request.
Thru July 6 100% Tuition refund
July 9 to July 13 50%* Tuition refund
No refund will be given after July16, 2007.
*The $100 tuition deposit and the $100 application fee that are required from all applicants are not refundable.
Dormitory Housing
Dormitory housing is available to all CELCIS students for the Summer II 2007 Session.
Apply for dormitory housing online at www.reslife.wmich.edu and select the link “Apply for Housing”
OR
Complete a Summer II 2007 Housing Contract and send it to the CELCIS office. A copy of the contract is included in your Arrival Information Package.
The Summer II Session contract is from Juen 27, 2007—August 17, 2007.
- Dormitories will be available for early check in starting Friday, April 27. The cost is $16.92 a day until regular check in on May 6.
- All rooms are single rooms (no roommates) during the Summer II Session.
- French Hall is the only dormitory available for the Summer II Session.
- You will have to pay a large cancellation fee as well as other penalty fees if you cancel your contract early.
- CELCIS cannot reserve a room for a student. You must make your own arrangements.
If you have any questions or have difficulty reserving a room, please contact the Residence Life Office directly. You may visit the Residence Life website for further information about the dormitories at Western Michigan University
Residence Life Office 269-387-4735,1-800-545-6006
Fax: 269-387-4786
rl-staff@wmich.edu
http://www.reslife.wmich.edu
CELCIS Homestay
A wonderful experience while learning American culture & improving your English. Visit the Homestay website at www.azhomestay.com or email homestay@ovecs.com. Homestay conditions and costs: - Private bedroom in a home near Western Michigan University
- 2 meals (breakfast and dinner) 7 days a week
- Free airport pick up by your host family
- You can stay a minimum of 4 weeks or continue for as long as you like
- $200 for placement and process fees (1 time charge only)
- $600 rent for each 4-week stay (includes meals, lodging, and utilities)
WMU Apartments
To live in a WMU apartment, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old or older
- Apply early!
- Apply online at http://wmich.edu/apartment
Apartments (furnished or unfurnished) include:
- Stove
- Refrigerator
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector
- Telephone
- Coin operated laundry facilities
- Campus parking sticker
- Utilities
WMU Apartments Contact Information:
269-387-2175,1-800-882-9819
Fax: 269-387-4786
Email: ca_staff@aerf.faunce.wmich.edu
http:www.wmich.edu/apartment
Send CELCIS a copy of your application form.
If you have questions, contact the WMU Apartments Office directly.
CELCIS cannot reserve an apartment for a student. You must make your own arrangements.
Temporary Housing
If your dormitory is not available to move in to when you arrive, you will need to stay in a motel. You will need to reserve a room in advance.
Comfort Inn Downtown
739 West Michigan Avenue
Tel: 269-384-2800
Email: gm.mi255@choicehotels.com
Web: www.choicehotels.com
Approximate cost per night is $80.00 ~ $85.00
Holiday Inn West
2747 South 11th Street
Tel: (269) 375-6000
Web: kalamazooholidayinn.com
Approximate cost per night is $70 ~ $80 per night
Holiday Inn offers free shuttle from the Kalamazoo airport
Super 8 Motel (offers WMU student discount)
618 Maple Hill Drive
(269) 345-0146
Web: super8.com
Approximate cost per night is $55~$65
When you make the reservation tell them that you are a student at Western Michigan University
Taxi Service
If you need a taxi, call:
Rapid Cab 349-9300
Yellow Cab 345-0177
Cost:
$4.00 for first mile/$1.70 for each additional mile
You should tip the driver $2.00~$3.00
Hospital/Sickness Insurance
In the United States, health care is very expensive. It is important that you have hospital/sickness insurance while in the United States.
CELCIS students can use the WMU Health Center for minor sicknesses or injuries.
You must have medical insurance to pay for treatment in a doctor's office or a hospital if you have a major accident or sickness.
You can buy insurance in your home country. You need at least $50,000 coverage for sickness and at least $50,000 coverage for injury. You must have a copy of the policy in English at the time of registration or else you will be required to pay for insurance, no exceptions.
OR
You can buy hospital/sickness insurance from the university.
CELCIS insurance:
Costs $357 per semester (4 months)
Student is covered in any country but his/her home country.
Student can use the Sindecuse Health Center at WMU with minimum cost.
Does not pay for pre-existing conditions.
Bring your medical records and immunization records with you to Kalamazoo. This is especially important if you have any medical conditions that will require treatment when you are in the United States.
Health and TB Requirements
Students in CELCIS are required to complete the university's health center health and medical forms. These forms were sent to you with your I-20 form. You must complete the forms and bring them with you to registration.
University policy states that all international students are required to submit results of a Tuberculosis (TB) Mantoux intradermal skin test during the first semester/session enrolled. If you have had a TB test within the last three (3) months, please bring official results with you. Information about the TB requirement was sent to you with your I-20 form and admissions letter.
You may either:
Have a TB test done in your country and bring the test results (in English) with you to Kalamazoo
Or
Have the TB test done upon arrival in Kalamazoo at the university's health center. Cost of the TB test is $12.00. If you purchase insurance through CELCIS, the TB test is free.
How much money should I bring to Kalamazoo?
If you plan to live in a dormitory with meal service every day, you need approximately $1,628.00 to pay for housing. You should bring at least $500 for personal expenses. - You cannot earn enough money to pay your expenses by working.
- Tuition and fees must be paid in full at the time of registration.
- We recommend that you carry international traveler's checks.
- Financial aid and/or scholarships are not available to CELCIS students.
Schedule for the beginning of Summer II Session
Thursday, June 28 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Registration/dormitory move in CELCIS office
Friday, June 29 9:30 a.m. Orientation CELCIS office
Monday, July 2 8 a.m. Late Registration & testing CELCIS office
Thursday, July 5 TBA Classes begin CELCIS office
THE CELCIS OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 4
IN OSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY
Tips on how to succeed in your classes- Attend class every day, on time. Actively participate in your class discussions and group assignments
- Visit your instructors during office hours if you have any questions about the class and/or homework
- Participate in CELCIS and Western Michigan University activities
- Speak English outside of class as often as possible
- Read English magazines and newspapers
The Children's Place Day Care Center
The Children's Place is a daycare facility located on WMU's campus.
Children must be ages 15 months-12 years old
Hours: 7 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday
Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis
A before and after-school program for 7-9 years olds is available.
Licensed through the State of Michigan, Department of Social Services
The Children's Place
269-387-2277
http://www.wmich.edu/childrenplace
What is the weather like in Kalamazoo?
Kalamazoo has four seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall. During the fall, winter, and spring seasons, warm clothing, coats, gloves, hats, and well insulated, waterproof footwear are necessary.
Temperature (Average) F C
Winter 16~60 -9~16
Spring 48~81 9~27
Summer 60~90 16~32
Fall 22~76 -5~24
Student Recreation Center at WMU
CELCIS students are able to become a member of the Student Recreation Center (SRC) at WMU. While WMU students must pay the membership fee as part of their tuition, CELCIS students have the option of becoming a member or not.
If you would like to become a member of the SRC, you can apply and pay the Recreation Center fee (see the first page of Arrival Information for cost) once you arrive in Kalamazoo. CELCIS is not responsible for collecting the membership fee. During Orientation Week, we will take you on a tour of the SRC to help you decide if you wish to become a member.
Recreational opportunities include basketball, volleyball, swimming, jogging, weight lifting, table tennis, badminton, golf, racquetball, tennis, aerobics, soccer and more.
Places to visit near Kalamazoo
Chicago, Illinois: approximately 2-1/2 hours west of Kalamazoo
Detroit, Michigan: approximately 2-1/2 hours east of Kalamazoo
Michigan City, Indiana (Prime Outlet Mall): approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes west of Kalamazoo
South Haven, Michigan (Lake Michigan): approximately 45 minutes west of Kalamazoo
Gurnee, Illinois (Six Flags Great America Amusement Park: approximately 5 hours southeast of Kalamazoo
Niagara Falls (Canada side): approximately 8 hours north of Kalamazoo
Mackinac Island, Michigan: approximately 5-1/2 hours north of Kalamazoo
How to Contact CELCIS
Diether H. Haenicke Institute for Global Education
Career English Language Center for International Students (CELCIS)
Western Michigan University
Ellsworth Hall, Room 0530
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5223
Phone: 269-387-4800 Fax: 269-387-4806
Email: kimberly.k.cho@wmich.edu
Emergency Telephone Numbers
Mr. Robert Dlouhy, Director (269) 823-3837
Ms. Kim Cho, Admissions Coordinator (269) 377-9095 (269) 324-2353
Helpful Information
- Each student will receive a Western Michigan University email account and a BroncoNet ID. These accounts will allow you to communicate to the CELCIS teachers and staff, check your student account to learn if you owe any money to WMU, see your class schedule, and to see your final grades. If you bring a computer from home that you wish to connect to the Internet from your room, you will need your WMU password and user ID. The cost is approximately $40 per session.
- While we are suggesting that you bring 3 photographs, you may wish to bring more. Passport size photos are expensive in Kalamazoo ($12~$18 per picture).
- An English translation of your birth certificate, marriage certificate and driver's license may be helpful to have while you live in the United States.
- If you wish to have large packages sent to you while you are living in Kalamazoo, you may want to have them sent to the CELCIS address listed on page 6. If you are not home when your package arrives, it will go back to the local post office off-campus.
- Please plan to fly directly into Kalamazoo. While Detroit and Chicago appear close on the map, they are approximately 2-1/2 hours from Kalamazoo by car.
- Make sure to write your name on all documents as it appears in your passport.
- Kalamazoo does have a public bus system. It is free to ride for all CELCIS and WMU students. The bus operates Monday-Friday from 6 a.m.-10:15 p.m. and Saturday from 8:15 a.m.-6:45 p.m.. No Sunday service is provided. The bus routes have frequencies of 15-minutes, 30-minutes, 45-minutes, and 60 minutes, depending on the time of day and the route. If you would like to have more information about the Kalamazoo bus system and/or the schedule, please let us know when you arrive. During orientation week, you will have the opportunity to use the Kalamazoo bus system with the Director or Admissions Coordinator.
- Make sure to travel with U.S. currency, traveler's checks, and/or credit cards (Master Card, Visa). While exchanging foreign currency to U.S. dollars may be possible, it is very expensive to do in Kalamazoo and is not possible on campus.
- If you are coming to the U.S. with a credit card (Master Card or Visa), check with the company to make sure the card is authorized to make purchases in the U.S.
- Taxi service in Kalamazoo is somewhat different than what you may expect. Typically you can find taxis outside of the airport. If you wish to use a taxi, we recommend that you contact the taxi company directly to arrange pick-up. The average wait time for a taxi to arrive can be up to 15 minutes. The cost is about $1.65 to enter a taxi and $1.55 per mile after that.
- Know your height in feet and inches and your weight in pounds for U.S. identification purposes.
- Know your home country mailing address (IN ENGLISH), including postal code.
- If you purchase a meal plan with your residence hall, you will automatically receive Bronco Bucks on your Bronco ID card. Bronco Bucks can be used at any Dining Services Campus Café (See the Dining Services website for more information about Bronco Bucks - http://www.wmich.edu/dining/broncobucks.html.)
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