Orientation

During the first three days of the semester program, or two days during the summer program, the SAI on-site program coordinator organizes a series of meetings and events which are designed to provide students with a thorough orientation of the city and surrounding area, and a full explanation of the academic program, including an introduction to the faculty and staff.On arrival day/s, students are met at the Milan Malpensa airport (MXP) and taken to the center by bus for the Program Check-in.

Upon arrival in Italy, all SAI students receive a cloth welcome bag that contains a few simple items meant to help refresh them after a long flight: a bottle of water, a snack, tissues, and soap. The bag also contains an orientation folder, which provides SAI office and school contact information and emergency numbers and an orientation schedule. The bags are made of recycled material, and can be reused to do your marketing, instead of the store plastic bags.

By the end of orientation, students will have a clear understanding of their new environment and feel confident moving about the city independently.

Arrival & Program Orientation Outline (Semester)

Day 1

• Arrival at MILAN MALPENSA airport on the housing move-in days. Complimentary airport pick-up is provided at 10:00am, 2:00pm & 6:00pm.
• Apartment Check-in
• Pick up cell phones/internet modems
• Program Check-in with SAI Program Coordinator

Day 2

Arrival & Program Orientation Outline (Summer)

Day 1

• Afternoon Orientation
• Practical Tour
• Welcome Dinner