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Orientation Schedule

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Class of 2031 Orientation Schedule

A PDF version of the New Student Orientation schedule will be available in early August.

Friday, August 27

  • Residence Hall Move In for New Students
  • Commuter Hound Arrival & Check In
  • Lunch for Families and New Students
  • Hound Fair
  • First-Hounds Open House sponsored by the First-Generation Center
  • Greyhound Family Welcome sponsored by Development & Alumni Engagement
  • Concert on the Green
  • Class of 2031 Matriculation
  • Sensory-Friendly Space Available 
  • Farewell to Families
  • Orientation Kickoff! 
  • Class of 2031 Welcome Dinner
  • Playfair!
  • Commuter Student Gathering: Part I 
  • Residence Hall Meeting: Part I 
  • Sundaes on the Circle sponsored by United Student Government 
  • Shot of Reality

Saturday, August 28

  • Orientation Groups Convene & Breakfast
  • Rotating Sessions with Orientation Group
    • Hound Hunt
    • Our ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ Community
    • The Essentials for Belonging and Academic Student Success
  • Sensory-Friendly Space Available
  • ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ Mile Class Walk
  • Welcome to the Hurd Campus & Lunch
  • Afternoon Break
  • Houndfest sponsored by MAC 
  • Commuter Student Gathering: Part II 
  • Residence Hall Meeting: Part II 
  • Evening Entertainment sponsored by MAC
  • Midnight Oasis 

Sunday, August 29

  • Brunch
  • Sensory-Friendly Space Available 
  • ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ Lovefeast 
  • Orientation Group Convene
  • "The Hook Up"
  • Rotating Sessions with Orientation Group
    • Gearing Up for Your Future
    • Time with your Orientation Group
    • Your Wellness on Campus
  • Crossing Ceremony & Class Photo
  • Dinner 
  • Students with Disabilities & Accommodations: Info Session & Meet Up

Participants needing any type of accommodation or with questions about the physical access provided are encouraged to contact Student Life at 610.861.1503 prior to the program.


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