Incoming Freshmen - Summer & Fall

New Student Orientation is mandatory for all newly admitted students. This session typically lasts all day from 8:00am-5:00pm; Check-in for Phase I of orientation begins at 7:30 am.

What Happens at New Student Orientation

Students taking classes in the summer and fall can register for classes prior to attending an orientaiton session. Lunch will be provided for students who have registered and been confirmed to attend New Student Orientation.

Panther Advisement and Registration Services
Academic Overview
Financial Aid Overview
Panther Tracks Training
Housing Briefing

What Happens at Parent Orientation

Parents and guests are responsible for their lunches. Dining services on campus are available for $6.25 per person. Cash or Credit Cards are accepted as methods of payment. ** Prices are subject to change.

Academic Overview
Financial Aid Overview
Registrar & FERPA Laws
Judicial Services Overview
Department of Public Safety Overview
Housing Briefing
Auxiliary Services Briefing
Treasury Services Briefing
Parent Association Briefing

Summer Program Participants

Summer Program participants will attend one of the listed dates. However, contact your summer department head for the appropriate date.

Your department head will have your date
Parents are welcomed to attend the Parent Orientation on the same date as their student.

Panther Camp

Phase II of New Student Orientation
For newly admitted freshmen
Takes place the week prior to the beginning of classes
Welcome Activities & Ice Breakers
Dramatic Presentations
Outdoor Challenge Works Course
Spirit Rally
Personal Choices Session
Fiscal Responsibility Session
And Much Much More!!!