First Year Experience

Academic Orientation: What to Bring

bulletWhat to Bring

Casual, comfortable attire is appropriate for all activities. Make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes. Participants have a full schedule with little free time. All alcohol/drugs (except prescriptions) are prohibited at Orientation. Sometimes it is chilly inside buildings, so bring a sweater or jacket!

bulletPacking Checklist
  • Comfortable walking shoesOrientation Map
  • Casual, comfortable clothes
  • Sweater or jacket for cold meeting rooms
  • Backpack or bag for carrying all your materials
  • Robe, shower shoes
  • Toiletries -- the bathrooms are down the hall!
  • Alarm clock
  • Snack food
  • Immunization record
  • Academic information for foreign languages, math, and/or classes taken at other colleges/universities (go here for more information)