Every semester and especially fall semester, Hampton University welcomes new and returning students to our home by the sea. This semester is no different. The International Office welcomed students from over 20 countries. The August 26th event was a unique program that was part orientation, buffet and social hour for HU’s QT 13 cohort and upper-classmen.

Joining in the welcome, were International Faculty and staff. Over Jamaican cuisine, the students shared their names, majors, and aspirations with their peers and scholars. Later that week they were invited to go to Global Friendships 7 cities International Students Welcome Event. Throughout the fall semester there will be many opportunities like these to get together with the campus community and the Tide water community. The welcome dinner is a way the International Office ensures hospitality, acceptance and interest in all of HU’s students.