Freshmen Entering Autumn Quarter 2008
First Year: Challenges, Choices, and Connections
We know that college is an exciting and challenging time for students and their families, so we've prepared an orientation program focused on helping you make a smooth transition to your life as a Buckeye. Because we want our students to be successful, we require all new students to attend a University Orientation program.
At Ohio State, we also recognize the important roles that family members play in the success of our students. Therefore, we invite and encourage your parents or other adult family members to attend orientation with you.
During orientation, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Learn what is expected of you as an Ohio State student both in and out of the classroom
- Attend group advising session to learn about your academic area of study
- Schedule classes for autumn quarter
- Meet other students who will be entering Ohio State in the fall
- Become more familiar with campus
- Complete university business, such as getting your BuckID card or consulting with Student Financial Aid
- Complete any necessary placement tests
Overview
Orientation is important to your success as an Ohio State student, so we expect you to participate in all orientation activities, including the evening sessions and activities on Day One. Students who miss sessions may be required to return for another orientation session. While your family members have more flexibility to leave the program as needed, we strongly encourage them to attend all daytime sessions. In the evening, your family members can have dinner with you on campus and stay for optional evening tours, or they can enjoy dinner and the evening in Columbus, while you have dinner on campus with Orientation Leaders and attend the evening activities.
By the conclusion of the orientation program, you will receive your schedule of classes for autumn quarter.
Student Orientation Leaders
They make your University Orientation programs possible and can't wait to welcome you into your new Buckeye family. Get to learn more about the Orientation Leaders for the summer of 2008. |
