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Orientation & First-Year Programs

First-Year Students

What Students Say

The following are some things that first-year students have said about their Orientation experience:

"The overall orientation has created a positive experience for me—I now have a more concrete view on college and what I need to do to accomplish what I want to do."

"I liked having the opportunity to meet some of the people in my college and I got to feel more comfortable on campus."

"It was a great two days. The time used was very organized. Great of the University to give us free bowling and movies. The dorms were great for an overnight stay."

"It was a great experience that readied me for the transition from high school to University."

"I really enjoyed meeting new people and getting to know the University a little bit better. The people here are great."

"Having a smaller group that you stuck with for the two days was really nice. Relationships were formed before we even start school and made the University seem smaller already."

"It was a great experience! Thank you for everything!"

"My orientation leader and advisor were great. There was a lot of information given to us, but they both made sense of it."

"I had a great time here, enjoyed the many great activities and am excited to be attending here in the fall."

"I liked having people help me with signing up for classes. They were ready and courteous to my needs and it eased the process of enrollment."

"I liked having the opportunity to meet some of the people in my college and I got to feel more comfortable on campus."