Introduction activities organised for students in the Faculty of Science and Technology (both General and Engi-neering tracks) and Faculty of Health

Activities begin on Wednesday,August 24, 2016.Last day for check-in before the AU Intro Days activities is on Tuesday, August 23, 2016.

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WELCOME!During your AU Intro Days you will be introduced to Aarhus University to help you make the best of your stay. You will be oriented on practical matters regarding your stay and introduced to the numerous activities the University and the city have to offer.

This booklet will help guide your way through your designated AU Intro Days, with informa-tion about the activities, an activity schedule, and maps of important places relevant to your introduction activities. The AU Intro Days allow students plenty of opportunities to get to know each other and the beautiful campus of AU.

Make sure to check for any last minute updates and announcements regarding your AU Intro Days online at the AU Intro Days website. There is also a Facebook Page dedicated specifically for incoming students and AU Intro Days activi-ties, where updates and posts with informa-tion specifically for incoming students will be made. Make sure to search for and add Aarhus University Incoming International Students. Please also note that the IC will have extended opening hours during the start of the semester. Be sure to make use of them as they are avail-able for your benefit! The extended hours are:

ACTIVITIESThis area gives an overview of some of the ac-tivities that will take place. Though this list is not comprehensive, you can use it to see the wide variety of activities that will be offiered. Make sure to check out the schedule on the next pages to get an entire overview of everything that will happen so that you don’t miss any activities!

Check-in at the International CentreOne of the first things you should do once ar-riving is check-in with the IC. This is extremely important to do before your AU Intro Days as there are documents needed for some of the activities.

Welcome: Introduction to AU andStudenterhus AarhusWednesday, August 24, 10:00 – 11:15 Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135In this session you will be welcomed to Aarhus University and introduced to the AU Intro Days programme. In addition, you will also be given practical information regarding your stay and an introduction to AU’s student organisation, Studenterhus Aarhus.

Introduction to Academic & Study CultureWednesday, August 24, 11:15 - 12:15 Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135This session will provide some tips and sug-gestions to studying at Aarhus University and act as an introduction to the study culture at your faculty.

Residence Certificate (EU Citizens) & CPRWednesday, August 24, 13:30 - 16:00 International Centre, Building 1650This is an opportunity for students to apply for their Residence Certificate (EU Citizens) and

CPR Number (all students) during the AU Intro Days, making the processing both quicker and easier. Be sure to bring the completed applica-tion form and all relevant personal documents (see Pre-Arrival Guide on page 13 for details).

International NightTuesday, September 6, 20:00 - 23:00 Studenterhus Aarhus, Nordre Ringgade 3Studenterhus Aarhus will organise an Interna-tional night where you will have the opportunity to meet other international students and Danish students and share your experiences in Aarhus! International nights typically take place every Tuesday during the semester.

Danes, Danish, and DenmarkThursday, August 25, 10:15 – 11:45 Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135This presentation will give you an idea of what it is like to live in Denmark and how the Danes are in order to make the transition from home to Denmark a little easier. LærDansk offers this presentation and an experienced Danish teacher will introduce you to the Danish lan-guage in a humourous and interactive lesson.

Introduction to State and University LibraryAU LibrariesThursday, August 25, 10:00 - 10:15 Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135The State Library offers an introduction to the many benefits the library has to offer and shows you how to register as a user to be able to check out books during the semester.

Day with ST / Day with HealthTo be announced from your Faculty/DepartmentOn this day you will be divided according to your studies in Aarhus to get an introduction to

your Department and/or Faculty. The faculties and departments will be responsible for the day. More information will come by email from your faculty or department about specific activi-ties and times.

Explorer Day: Fun and Games in Uni ParkSunday, August 28, 13:00 - 18:00Studenterhus Aarhus, Nordre Ringgade 3Join us for a fun afternoon discovering one of the most beautiful campuses in the world in a distinctly less formal way than regular tours and more reminiscent of the way that Danish intro activities are done. There will be hidden treas-ures to discover, goals to achieve and, hopefully, lots of laughs and good companionship. Bring comfortable clothing (nothing too fancy and no high heels), maybe a raincoat, and, most of all, your good spirits. Don’t bring an empty stomach but be sure to make room for a few surprises!

International Student FairTuesday, September 6, 16:00 - 19:00 Studenterhus Aarhus, Nordre Ringgade 3During these three hours you will be introduced to some of the many social activities offered to students by different organisations at the University and in the city of Aarhus.

August »Wed, 17: 10-16 »Thu, 18: 10-16 »Fri, 19:10-16 »Mon, 22: 10-16 »Tue, 23: 10-16 »Wed, 24: 10-16 »Thu, 25: 10-16 »Fri, 26: 10-16 »Mon, 29: 10-16 »Tue, 30: 10-16

» Wed, 31: 10-16

September »Thu, 1: 10-18

AU INTRO DAYS SCHEDULE

State and University Library ToursDon’t forget to sign up to attend a State and University Library tour! The dead-line to register is September 2! Tours will take place on the following dates:

» Monday, September 5: 16:15 - 17:45 or » Tuesday, September 6: 16:15 - 17:45

DATE TIME ACTIVITY MEETING POINT/LOCATION

Tuesday23.08.2016

10:00 - 16:00 Last day for extended registration International Centre, Building 1650

Wednesday24.08.2016

09:45 - 10:00

10:00 - 11:15

11:15 - 12:15

12:15 - 12:30

12:30 - 13:00

13:00 - 16:00

Students arriving

Welcome: Introduction to AU and Studenterhus Aarhus

Introduction to Academic and Study Culture

Living in Denmark: An International Student’s perspective

Break with sandwiches

Residence Certificate (EU Citizens) & CPR Registration

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

By Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

International Centre, Building 1650

Thursday25.08.2016

09:45 - 10:00

10:00 - 10:10

10:10 - 10:15

10:15 - 11:45

Students arriving

Introduction to the State and University Library/AU Libraries

DiscoverCity What you need to know about Danes, Danish & Denmark

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Bartholin Auditorium, Building 1241, Room 135

Friday26.08.2016

Day with your Faculty Locations and information sent by your specific department

Sunday28.08.2016

13:00 - 18:00 Explorer Day: Fun and Games in Uni Park Studenterhus Aarhus, Nordre Ringgade 3

Thursday01.09.2016

16:00 - 23:00 New Students’ Night Mølleparken

Tuesday06.09.2016

16:00 - 19:00

20:00 - 23:00

International Student Fair

International Night

Stakladen/Studenterhus Aarhus, Nordre Ringgade 3

Studenterhus Aarhus, Nordre Ringgade 3

AARHUS CITY MAP

AARHUS UNIVERSITY MAIN CAMPUS MAP

Important locations for AU Intro Days1 International Centre2 Bartholin Auditorium3 Studenterhus Aarhus/Stakladen

4 State and AU Library5 Victor Albeck Building6 University Park

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Central Train Station

Police Station

BusStation

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City library, Borgerservice

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Town Hall

More detailed map

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International Centre

International CentreAarhus UniversityHøegh-Guldbergs Gade 48000 Aarhus C

Phone: +45 87 15 0220E-mail: ic@au.dkwww.au.dk/ic