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Office of Global Engagement
Study Abroad
Services for International Students
The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) directs and supports internationalization initiatives designed to spark the intercultural imaginations of students, employees and community. In addition, OGE provides a suite of services to international students, in addition to those offered through Student Services.
Internationalization at Home
OGE’s Global Engagement Liaison works together with the Student Leadership Team to develop and deliver activities and events throughout the year for all students to examine and experience cultural diversity in fun and engaging ways. Join us on our NIC Global Facebook page to get all the latest information on upcoming events.
OGE provides the following services specific to international students: • International Student Orientation • Cultural adjustment support • Referrals to other student support services (counselling, Learning Commons, etc.) • Medical insurance coverage (basic) o Enrolment in GuardMe private insurance o Assistance with enrolment with Medical Services Plan (for students studying at NIC longer than 6 months) • Academic advising • Advisors are available by appointment and may offer limited walk-in service • Advising on immigration matters related to study permits and related documents • Assistance with questions regarding charges to student accounts • Assistance with requests for confirmation of enrolment letters
North Island College is committed to supporting students in their development of the global competencies and cultural intelligence needed to live and work in an increasingly connected world. Study abroad activities such as exchange, field schools, as well as international internships and Co-ops represent key opportunities for students to study a variety of programming while living with other cultures around the world. Visit our webpage for an overview of study abroad options, or visit OGE in Puntledge 108.
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