26 September 2005

Reception for new International Students

The Student Advisory Service at the University of Dundee is hosting an evening reception for new international students at the Queen's Hotel on Tuesday 27 September at 5.30 pm. This will be an opportunity for new international arrivals to pick and choose information relevant to their needs, as well as socialise and make new friends and useful local contacts.

In response to the Scottish Executive's scheme designed to encourage students from overseas to stay and work in Scotland once their studies are completed, the University is keen to introduce their new international students to the local community as early as possible.

Irene Donaldson, Head of the Student Advisory Service, is pleased that so many interested parties have agreed to come along to this important event to promote the various types of support and services that will be available to international students during their time in Dundee.

"We have students coming to the University from all over the world and we try to do everything we can to make them feel at home here in Dundee," said Irene.

"The fact that we receive such excellent support from the local community is a real boost."

Tuesday's event will provide an opportunity for them to find out more about local international hospitality schemes, the Scottish Executive's Fresh Talent Scheme, small business opportunities available through Scottish Enterprise Tayside, as well as The Enterprise Gym offered by the Centre for Enterprise Management at the University. Tayside Police (Community Liaison), the University’s Job Shop and a number of local business will also be represented.

The event is free. Buffet and refreshments available.

By Roddy Isles, Head of Press 01382 344910, out of hours: 07968298585, r.isles@dundee.ac.uk