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Yet, too often, orientation is treated as a one-time event rather than a structured, ongoing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pre-Arrival Campaigns Matter<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students need the right information before they arrive. Decades of research show that a strong transition into university impacts student learning, persistence, success, and well-being. The first few weeks are just the beginning\u2014successful integration takes time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ESOS Compliance: 3 Key Requirements for Providers<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Orientation Program \u2013 Must be culturally and age-appropriate, with supporting materials for reference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student Support Staff \u2013 Institutions must designate a point of contact to assist international students, ensuring compliance with the National Code &amp; ESOS framework.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Critical Incident Policy \u2013 A documented procedure for handling incidents that could impact student safety, including emergency contacts and follow-ups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Beyond Compliance: Fostering a Sense of Belonging<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orientation should be more than just information sessions\u2014it should foster connection with a focus on &#8220;belonging opportunities&#8221; to help students feel part of a community from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need a Custom Orientation Program or Student Support CRM?<br>At Educli, we\u2019ve created a FREE comprehensive orientation guide to help institutions ensure a seamless student transition. 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