Orientation Schedules

New Student & Family Programs

New Student Orientation Schedules

New Student Orientation is a day full of information, getting to know campus resources, and meeting other New Bucs. We have events for students and families alike. Click on your Orientation Session below for an overview of the schedule. Please note: schedules are subject to change. 

First Time Freshman Orientation

  • Student Schedule
    • 8-8:45am: Orientation Check In: Gather your check-in materials for the day, take care of unfinished checklist items, and grab a light breakfast.
    • 9-9:30am: Orientation Welcome: ETSU is excited to welcome you to campus! Hear from university administrators and get important information about your day.
    • 9:45-11:20am: Choice of Session: See below for presentation information.
    • 11:30am: Meet your College
    • 11:45am-12:15pm: College Information Session: Learn more about your academic program.
    • 12:15-1:30pm: Lunch
    • 1:30-2pm: Small Group: Learn more about what it means to be a Buc and how you will be supported at ETSU.
    • 2:15pm: Course Advising & Registration: Meet with an advisor and get registered for courses.
    • 2:15pm: Student Life Reception & Checkout: Finish the day by chatting with different student organizations, campus resources, and taking care of unfinished checklist items.
  • Family Schedule
    • 8-8:45am: Orientation Check In: Gather your check-in materials for the day, take care of unfinished checklist items, and grab a light breakfast.
    • 9-9:30am: Orientation Welcome: ETSU is excited to welcome you to campus! Hear from university administrators and get important information about your day.
    • 9:45-11:20am: Choice of Session: See below for presentation information.
    • 11:30am: Meet your College
    • 11:45am-12:15pm: College Session: Learn more about your students academic program.
    • 12:30-1:15pm: Lunch & POLO Leader Panel
    • 1:20-2:15pm: Supporting Your Buc: Learn more about ways to support your student at ETSU and next steps to take care of between now and the first day of class.
    • 2:15pm: Student Life Reception & Checkout: Finish the day by chatting with different student organizations, campus resources, and taking care of unfinished checklist items.
  • Choice of Sessions: A, B, and C
    • Student Activities and Involvement at ETSU: We will discuss the variety of activities and organizations available to engage students at ETSU and provide reasons why involvement on campus is an important contributor to student success.
      • Room: Culp Ballroom B
      • Presented by: Student Activities & Organizations
    • Housing/Dining On Campus: Maximizing your Buccaneer Experience! Living and dining on campus can have a positive impact on the student experience. From a supportive and caring living environment to healthy, well-balanced meals, Housing and Dining is your partner for success at ETSU!
      • Room: Culp 272
      • Presented by: Housing & Residence Life
    • Academic Success Skills: Many students report feeling under prepared for college-level coursework. This session will show you what to expect in your college courses, help you create a plan to achieve your goals, and review the learning skills needed to be academically successful.
      • Room: Culp 219
      • Presented by: Center for Academic Achievement
    • CFAA Academic Support Resources: Worried about doing well in college or want to ensure you earn excellent grades? This session will cover the free academic support resources available to ETSU students through the Center for Academic Achievement including tutoring, supplemental instruction, and academic coaching.
      • Room: Library 144 (CFAA)
      • Presented by: Center for Academic Achievement
    • Military and Veterans Services: We will discuss the process for obtaining access to the Military Affiliated Student Resource Center (MARC) & Lounge, and the process for certifying Veterans Administration Benefits, to include the GI Bill®, to qualifying students.
      • Room: Culp 252- Welcome Center
      • Presented by: Military and Veteran Services
    • What Can University Career Services Do For You?: Think Career Services is only for seniors? Think again. UCS walks with students along their career journey every step of the way: start with the FOCUS2 career assessment to see where your interests and skills can take you. Sophomore or junior year, need an internship for that added “oomph” on your résumé? We can help with that, too. When it’s time to start looking for that job you’ve always wanted and worked so hard for, come in for a résumé review, interview practice, and a free shopping trip to Bucky’s Career Closet. Partnering with UCS throughout your time at ETSU means that when you graduate, you’ll be ready to find a place to land in the job market.
      • Room: Culp 311
      • Presented by: Career Services
    • Library 101: Discovering the Library: See for yourself the endless resources the ETSU library has to offer!   (Our instruction space will be under remodel this summer so all students are to gather on the first floor of Sherrod library in the Student Commons behind Dunkin).
      • Room: Library 309
      • Presented by: Sherrod Library
    • Campus Recreation: You belong here! Campus Recreation offers more than just working out at the Basler Center for Physical Activity (CPA). As one of the largest student employers at ETSU, we want you to join our team. Come learn more about employment opportunities and our aquatics, fitness & wellness, sport programs (intramural sports/sport clubs), and outdoor adventure programs.
      • Room: Culp Auditorium
      • Presented by: Campus Recreation
    • Military Science: ETSU Army ROTC trains and develops students to be officers and future leaders of our nation’s Army. When they graduate, BUC Battalion Cadets are disciplined, self-confident and equipped with all the skills they’ll need for great success in the Army and beyond.
      • Room: Culp 217
      • Presented by: Military Science/CBAT
    • Not Feeling Well? Learn all about the campus University Health Center and all the services provided through the clinic.
      • Room: Roger-Stout, Room 101
      • Presented by: University Health Services
    • Study Abroad Overview: Interested in gaining academic or career experience abroad? Join this session to learn about the many international opportunities offered at ETSU.
      • Room: Rogers-Stout 102
      • Presented by: Education Abroad Office
    • Letters that Lead: Fraternity & Sorority Life: Explore how joining a fraternity or soririty at ETSU can shape your college experience through leadership, service, and meaningful connections.
      • Room: Rogers-Stout 118
      • Presented by: Fraternity & Sorority Life
    • Mary V. Jordan Center for Student Success: When you don't know where to go and you might not even know what questions to ask, start with us!
      • Room: Rogers-Stout 120
      • Presented by: Mary V. Jordan Center
  • Choice of Sessions C Only
    • Your Mental Well-Being at ETSU: Come chat with the Counseling Center Director to learn more about how to make the most of your college experience while also taking care of yourself. This session will include information on resources, as well as skills, to support your journey. Families are also encouraged to attend to learn more about their role as their child transitions to college!
      • Room: Culp 360
      • Presented by: Counseling Center
    • Medical Professions Advisement Information Session: For Pre-Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Dental, Pre- Physician Assistant, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Pre-Chiropractic and Pre-Podiatry: Join us to learn more about what it takes to be successful on the pre-health pathway at ETSU. Discover best practices for the successful professional school applicant beginning in the freshman year.
      • Room: Culp Ballroom A
      • Presented by: Medical Professions Advisement (MPA)
    • Learn About Your Horizon or Passport Scholarship: Please attend this session and meet the staff of the Jordan Center, who will support you.
      • Room: Culp 366
      • Presented by: Mary V. Jordan Center
    • ETSU First-Generation College Student Information Session: This presentation is intended for first-generation college students and their parents. During the session we will explore issues related to first-gen students, as well as discuss some strategies and campus resources to ensure their success as students.
      • Room: Culp 304
      • Presented by: TRIO - Student Support Services
    • Changemaker Scholars Program: If you've been admitted to the Changemaker Scholars Program, please come meet your Honors staff to get information about Changemaker courses, scholarships, early move-in, and to connect with other Changemakers. 
      • Room: Sherrod Library, Room 309
      • Presented by: Honors College

Transfer Orientation Schedule

 

  • Student Schedule
    • 8-8:45am: Orientation Check In: Gather your check-in materials for the day, take care of unfinished checklist items, and grab a light breakfast.
    • 9-9:30am: Orientation Welcome: ETSU is excited to welcome you to campus! Hear from university administrators and get important information about your day.
    • 9:45-10:45am: Choice of Session: See below for presentation information.
    • 11am: Meet Your College
    • 11:15-11:45am: College Information Session: Learn more about your academic program.
    • 12-12:45pm: Lunch
    • 12:45-1:15pm: Small Group: Learn more about what it means to be a Buc and how you will be supported at ETSU.
    • 1:30pm: Course Advising & Registration: Meet with an advisor and get registered for courses.
    • 1:30pm: Student Life Reception & Checkout: Finish the day by chatting with different student organizations, campus resources, and taking care of unfinished checklist items.
  • Family Schedule
    • 8-8:45am: Orientation Check In: Gather your check-in materials for the day, take care of unfinished checklist items, and grab a light breakfast.
    • 9-9:30am: Orientation Welcome: ETSU is excited to welcome you to campus! Hear from university administrators and get important information about your day.
    • 9:45-10:45am: Choice of Session: See below for presentation information.
    • 11am: Meet Your College
    • 11:15-11:45am: College Information Session: Learn more about your academic program.
    • 12-12:45pm: Lunch & POLO Leader Panel
    • 12:50-1:30pm: Supporting Your Buc: Learn more about ways to support your student at ETSU and next steps to take care of between now and the first day of class.
    • 1:30pm: Student Life Reception & Checkout: Finish the day by chatting with different student organizations, campus resources, and taking care of unfinished checklist items.
  • Choice of Sessions: A & B
    • Student Activities and Involvement at ETSU: We will discuss the variety of activities and organizations available to engage students at ETSU and provide reasons why involvement on campus is an important contributor to student success.
      • Room: Culp Ballroom B
      • Presented by: Student Activities & Organizations
    • Housing/Dining On Campus: Maximizing your Buccaneer Experience! Living and dining on campus can have a positive impact on the student experience. From a supportive and caring living environment to healthy, well-balanced meals, Housing and Dining is your partner for success at ETSU!
      • Room: Culp 272
      • Presented by: Housing & Residence Life
    • Skills for Academic Success: Many students report feeling under prepared for college-level coursework. This session will show you what to expect in your college courses, help you create a plan to achieve your goals, and review the learning skills needed to be academically successful.
      • Room: Culp 219
      • Presented by: Center for Academic Achievement
    • CFAA Academic Support Resources: Worried about doing well in college or want to ensure you earn excellent grades? This session will cover the free academic support resources available to ETSU students through the Center for Academic Achievement including tutoring, supplemental instruction, and academic coaching.
      • Room: Library 144 (CFAA)
      • Presented by: Center for Academic Achievement
    • Military and Veterans Services: We will discuss the process for obtaining access to the Military Affiliated Student Resource Center (MARC) & Lounge, and the process for certifying Veterans Administration Benefits, to include the GI Bill®, to qualifying students.
      • Room: Culp 252- Welcome Center
      • Presented by: Military and Veteran Services
    • What Can University Career Services Do For You? Think Career Services is only for seniors? Think again. UCS walks with students along their career journey every step of the way: start with the FOCUS2 career assessment to see where your interests and skills can take you. Sophomore or junior year, need an internship for that added “oomph” on your résumé? We can help with that, too. When it’s time to start looking for that job you’ve always wanted and worked so hard for, come in for a résumé review, interview practice, and a free shopping trip to Bucky’s Career Closet. Partnering with UCS throughout your time at ETSU means that when you graduate, you’ll be ready to find a place to land in the job market.
      • Room: Culp 311
      • Presented by: Career Center
    • Library 101: Discovering the Library: See for yourself the endless resources the ETSU library has to offer!  (Our instruction space will be under remodel this summer so all students are to gather on the first floor of Sherrod library in the Student Commons behind Dunkin). 
      • Room: Library 309
      • Presented by: Sherrod Library
    • Study Abroad Overview: Interested in gaining academic or career experience abroad? Join this session to learn about the many international opportunities offered at ETSU.
      • Room: Rogers-Stout 102
      • Presented by: Education Abroad Office
    • Discover your Letters: Finding your Home with Fraternity and Sorority Life: FSL: With 15 Fraternity & Sorority Organizations on campus we believe that every student can find a home in Fraternity & Sorority (Greek) Life at ETSU! If you are interested (or even curious) about forming lifelong friendships and bonds, creating impact, developing leadership skills, and being a part of a close and connected community then this session is for you!
      • Room: Roger-Stout 118
      • Presented by: Fraternity and Sorority Life
    • Not Feeling Well? Learn all about the campus University Health Center and all the services provided through the clinic.
      • Room: Roger-Stout 101
      • Presented by: University Health Services
    • Campus Recreation: You belong here! Campus Recreation offers more than just working out at the Basler Center for Physical Activity (CPA). As one of the largest student employers at ETSU, we want you to join our team. Come learn more about employment opportunities and our aquatics, fitness & wellness, sport programs (intramural sports/sport clubs), and outdoor adventure programs.
      • Room: Culp Auditorium
      • Presented by: Campus Recreation
  • Choice of Sessions: B Only
    • Your Mental Well-Being at ETSU: Come chat with the Counseling Center Director to learn more about how to make the most of your college experience while also taking care of yourself. This session will include information on resources, as well as skills, to support your journey. Families are also encouraged to attend to learn more about their role as their child transitions to college!
      • Room: Culp 303
      • Presented by: Counseling Center
    • Medical Professions Advisement Information Session: For Pre-Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Dental, Pre- Physician Assistant, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Pre-Chiropractic and Pre-Podiatry: Join us to learn more about what it takes to be successful on the pre-health pathway at ETSU. Discover best practices for the successful professional school applicant beginning in the freshman year.
      • Room: Culp Ballroom A
      • Presented by: Medical Professions Advisement (MPA)
    • ETSU First-Generation College Student Information Session: This presentation is intended for first-generation college students and their parents. During the session we will explore issues related to first-gen students, as well as discuss some strategies and campus resources to ensure their success as students.
      • Room: Culp 304
      • Presented by: TRIO - Student Support Services