New York First year Student Orientation Program
Orientation Program
We're excited that you're joining our Â鶹ֱ²¥ Community! Orientation is an essential part of the undergraduate admission process. Our two-day, overnight Orientation is your chance to dive into life at Â鶹ֱ²¥, meet new friends, and get fully prepared for your first semester!
Day 1
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15 Beekman Residence Hall
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Gym, C - Level West Side
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Follow Your Orientation Leader
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Various Locations - Follow Your OL
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Gym, C - Level West Side
Â鶹ֱ²¥ Path Fair will be held on the 1st Floor, 1 Â鶹ֱ²¥ Plaza
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Follow Your Orientation Leader
For Students in Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, Seidenberg School of Computer Sciences and Information Systems, and Sands College of Performing Arts:
2:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m.
Roadmap to Success: Starting Strong at Â鶹ֱ²¥
Meet with school advisors to learn more about academics and classes in the school you selected
- Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
- School of Education
- Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems
- Sands College of Performing Arts
3:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Building Community at Â鶹ֱ²¥
Discussing why you belong at Â鶹ֱ²¥
For Students in Lubin School of Business, Pforzheimer Honors College, and College of Health Professions:
2:00 p.m.–3:10 p.m.
Building Community at Â鶹ֱ²¥
Discussing why you belong at Â鶹ֱ²¥
3:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m.
Roadmap to Success: Starting Strong at Â鶹ֱ²¥
Meet with school advisors to learn more about academics and classes in the school you selected
- Lubin School of Business
- Pforzheimer Honors College
- College of Health Professions
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Follow Your Orientation Leader
Group 1–10
4:40 p.m.–5:25 p.m. Getting Involved the Setter Way x Strengths
During this session you will learn how to stay engaged and connected to campus life
5:25 p.m.–6:10 p.m. More than a feeling: Building healthy Relationship with intention
Starting college means building new connections—but what makes a relationship healthy? This interactive workshop sets the foundation to help you answer that question. Through discussion and real-life scenarios, participants will explore characteristics of a healthy relationship, learn practical skills for setting boundaries, understand consent as an active process, and receive essential information on Title IX rights and campus resources. This is a safe, judgment-free space to ask questions, share perspectives, and leave with skills you can actually use.
Group 10–20
4:40 p.m.–5:25 p.m. More than a feeling: Building healthy Relationship with intention
Starting college means building new connections—but what makes a relationship healthy? This interactive workshop sets the foundation to help you answer that question. Through discussion and real-life scenarios, participants will explore characteristics of a healthy relationship, learn practical skills for setting boundaries, understand consent as an active process, and receive essential information on Title IX rights and campus resources. This is a safe, judgment-free space to ask questions, share perspectives, and leave with skills you can actually use.
5:25 p.m.–6:10 p.m. Getting Involved the Setter Way x Strengths
During this session you will learn how to stay engaged and connected to campus life.
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Gym, C - Level West Side
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Student Center, 1 Paca Plaza
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41 Park Row, Dezer Den Tour
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Follow your Orientation Leader
- Workout Classes in Gym
- Â鶹ֱ²¥ the Mic (Karaoke & Games w/ DJ) - Bianco Room
- Pizza/ Snacks - Bianco Lobby
- Â鶹ֱ²¥makers (DIY Room) - Bianco Community Room
- Set the Â鶹ֱ²¥ (Cozy & Chill Coffeehouse) - Dezer Den
*Please note that Setter Social hour ends at 10:00 p.m. and quiet hours begin at 11pm in the Residence Hall.
Day 2
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Gym, C - Level West Side
Bring your keys and all of your belongings to 1 Â鶹ֱ²¥ Plaza for checkout and go to the Gym to grab breakfast
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Orientation Leaders will guide you to your meet up location
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Orientation Leaders will guide you to your meet up location
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Student Center, 1 Â鶹ֱ²¥ Plaza
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Follow Your Orientation Leader
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Follow Your Orientation Leader
Student & Family opportunities following the scheduled program:
- Visit Auxiliary Services, 161 William 1st Floor: Questions about meal plan upgrades, refund preferences, and the BankMobile Card.
- Visit the Â鶹ֱ²¥ Campus Store, 1 Â鶹ֱ²¥ Plaza, 1st Floor West: Open
Thursday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. –3 p.m. Pick up some Â鶹ֱ²¥ gear! - Go to our Parent Website for helpful information and to sign up for our parent and family newsletter!