Fall Orientation 2021 will take place from September 4th to September 6th, 2021. Please refer back to this page throughout the summer as we provide updated information.
Meet your Orientation Leaders
*Please note that this Orientation is mandatory for all new students even if you came to June Pre-Orientation and even if you arrive early for Early Start Academy or Athletics.
What to expect at Fall Orientation:
- If you did not get your ID photo taken at a visit to Thomas during the summer, you will get your photo taken during the fall orientation registration.
- If you had your ID photo taken already, you will receive your ID during registration if you are a commuter and from your Resident Assistant if you are a resident.
- You will be asked to submit any paperwork that you haven’t yet turned in.
- You will receive your parking sticker (if you will have a vehicle on campus).
- You will be able to get your laptop or other devices configured to access the Thomas network.
- You will participate in sessions and activities designed to help you get to know the college and your fellow students better and to give you the tools needed to be successful as a college student.
- You will register for classes if you have not already done so.
- You will attend workshops and your first class.
- You will meet faculty and staff.
- You will learn about support services available to you.
