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New Student OrientationWelcome to Husson University! We’re glad that you’ve chosen to be a part of our community.
* indicates students and parents together
Orientation Dates
JUNE 24 New England School of Communications
JUNE 25College of Business
JUNE 26 School of Nursing
JUNE 27 College of Health &Pharmacy
JUNE 28 College of Science & Humanities and Undeclared
AUGUST 3 Make-up day for all schools
President’s Welcome*
Gracie Theatre9:00- 9:15 AM
9:20-9:50 AM
Breaking the Ice
Multiple Locations
9:50-10:35 AM
Meet the Faculty
Multiple Locations
8:00- 9:00 AM
Registration/Refreshments*
Darling Atrium12:30-1:10 PM
Lunch
Dickerman Dining Center
Building and Maintaining Bridges: Successful College Transitions and the Communities Involved*Gracie Theatre
1:20-1:40 PM
2:10-2:25 PM
Closing Ceremony/ Door Prizes*Gracie Theatre
Evals/Ice Cream/T-shirts*
Gracie Theatre
2:40- 4:00 PM
2:25-2:40 PM
Optional Services
See reverse side for details
Understanding Academics at Husson: General Education and Degree Programs* Gracie Theatre
1:45-2:10 PM
STUDENT SCHEDULE
10:40-11:25 AM
Rotating Session:
• Husson Life: The Game
• Where’s Baldwin?
Multiple Locations
11:35-12:20 PM
Rotating Session:
• Husson Life: The Game
• Where’s Baldwin?
Multiple Locations
New Student OrientationWelcome to Husson University! We’re glad that you’ve chosen to be a part of our community.
President’s Welcome*
Gracie Theatre9:00- 9:15 AM
9:20-9:50 AM
Campus Life Resources
Gracie Theatre
9:50-10:20 AM
Communicating with the Academic Community: Important Dates andProcedures for a Successful First SemesterGracie Theatre
8:00- 9:00 AM
Registration/Refreshments*
Darling Atrium
1:20-1:40 PM
Building and Maintaining Bridges: Successful College Transitions and the Communities Involved* Gracie Theatre
1:45-2:10 PM
Understanding Academics at Husson: General Education and Degree Programs* Gracie Theatre
Closing Ceremony/Door Prizes*Gracie Theatre
2:25- 2:40 PM
2:10-2:25 PM
Evals/Ice Cream/T-shirts*
Gracie Theatre
PARENT SCHEDULE
* indicates students and parents together
10:20-10:50 AM
Student Success
Gracie Theatre
11:30-12:10 PM
Lunch
Dickerman Dining Center 2:40- 4:00 PM
Optional Services
See reverse side for details
Orientation Dates
JUNE 24 New England School of Communications
JUNE 25College of Business
JUNE 26 School of Nursing
JUNE 27 College of Health &Pharmacy
JUNE 28 College of Science & Humanities and Undeclared
AUGUST 3 Make-up day for all schools
11:00-11:25 AM
Concurrent Session See reverse for options and locations
12:15-12:40 PM
Concurrent Session See reverse for options and locations
12:45-1:10 PM
Concurrent Session See reverse for options and locations
PARENT SESSION INFORMATIONBuilding and Maintaining Bridges: Successful College Transitions and the Communities Involved. This presentation is focused on the strategies, skills and resources to successfully support students and families as they transition into the new adventure of attending Husson.Understanding Academics at Husson: General Education and Degree Programs. A chance to explore the academic curriculum and common elements of a Husson Education.
STUDENT AND PARENT SESSIONS
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OPTIONAL SERVICES – 2:40-4:30 PMOptional Services Available. An opportunity for one-on-one conversations covering a range of resources, such as:
• Academic Advising
• Accessibility Services
• Campus Bookstore
• Financial Aid
• Student Accounts
• Student Life
• Residence Life
Campus Life Resources. Providing a quick overview of some of the many resources available to students as a part of our living learning community.Communicating with the Academic Community: Important Dates and Procedures for a Successful First Semester. The Registrar and Associate Provost “walk” parents through some of the academic policies, procedures and dates that guide students through their first semesters at Husson.Student Success. Learn about academic assistance from tutoring to peer advising and the “Husson Experience” course. The Center for Student Success provides an overview of some of the many resources dedicated to supporting student growth and development.Concurrent Sessions. Brief presentations for parents with an opportunity to discuss specific questions or areas of concern.
• Accessibility Services: Peabody 205 Did your student have a 504 or IEP in high school? Do you need more information about how to access accommodations for students with disabilities? If so, come to this session to talk with our Director of Accessibility Services.
• Athletics: Peabody 131 Will your student be balancing the pressures of being a student athlete while also being successful in classes? This session will provide an overview of the specialized resources and supports available to student athletes.
• Campus Housing: Peabody 216 Questions about the campus living experience? Come by for a discussion with residence life staff.
• Campus Safety: Peabody 134 Interested in knowing more about how Campus Safety and Security works to keep your student safe on campus? Find out more here.
• Financial Aid: Peabody 340 Questions about your student’s aid package or bill? Come to see an overview of an aid package and a review of next steps.
• Town of Husson: Peabody 226 A chance to have a more in-depth conversation with Student Life staff on topics such as the Wellness center, student activities, student clubs, commuter resources and much more!
Breaking the Ice. Get to know classmates and student leaders in a fun, activity-based event.Meet the Faculty. Get the inside scoop on your major. This is an opportunity to meet professors who teach in your area and ask questions about your program. Husson Life: The Game. This event is led by Student Life to provide students with a sense of what it means to be a member of the Husson community.Where’s Baldwin? Compete and win! Student groups will compete in this campus exploration event guided by Husson Alumni.
STUDENT SESSION INFORMATION
SESSION INFORMATION
208 Peabody Hall207.992.1934
Please see Campus Resources page for additional information.
ADMISSIONS OFFICEO’Donnell Commons – Welcome Center wingMap ID K | 8 AM - 4:30 PM207.941.7100 | [email protected] of academic program needs.
CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS208 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 8 AM - 4:30 PM207.992.1934 | [email protected] schedule adjustments, change of major assistance, career service opportunities and questions about academic support.
COMMUTER SERVICES102 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 3 - 4:30 PMFor questions about commuter-related support, campus engagement and to learn more about our Commuter Assistant (CA) program for entering students.
ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES208 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 8 AM - 4:30 PM207.992.1934 | [email protected] learn about supports or to drop off disability documentation and request accommodations.
FINANCIAL AID OFFICEO’Donnell Commons – Welcome Center wingMap ID K | 8 AM - 4 PM207.941.7156|[email protected] for fi nancial aid assistance, dropping off paperwork and answering general questions.
IT HELPDESKLower Level, Bell Hall | Map ID B | 11 AM - 4:30 PM207.973.1000IT staff will be available to assist you in ensuring you can access all of the IT resources needed for day one of classes.Assistance with general computer/technology issues, including network accounts (Canvas, email, computer login) and CAMS Student Portal is also available.
MARY MCDONALD BOOKSTORE107 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM 207.947.2270 | hussonshop.comTextbook needs and much more.
REGISTRAR’S OFFICE126 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 9 AM - 4 PM207.941.7149 | husson.edu/registrarTransfer credit questions, verifi cation of enrollment.
RESIDENCE LIFE104-B Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 3 - 4:30 PM207.941.7700 | [email protected]/HussonResLifeResidence Life staff will be available to answer any questions about living on campus and to assist with updating any housing application information.
STUDENT ACCOUNTSO’Donnell Commons (off lobby) | Map ID K | 8 AM - 4 PM207.941.7150 | [email protected] questions concerning student bills and/or payment.
STUDENT IDs207 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 10 AM - 4:30 PMIf you were unable to upload a photo for your student ID prior to today, you may swing by the Furman to have your photo taken and your student ID made.
STUDENT LIFE102 Peabody Hall | Map ID M | 3 - 4:30 PM207.941.7107| [email protected] about everything that goes on outside of the classroom.
WELLNESS LEARNING CENTERBetween Bell Hall & CFB | Map ID T | 1 - 4 PM207.941.7625 | [email protected] may provide copies of their immunization records here. Proof of immunization is required prior to starting classes.Counseling staff available for assistance with individual questions.
CAMPUS RESOURCESNOTE: Offi ces are open all day and will remain open for services until 4:30 PM unless otherwise noted.
To provide an environment that promotes the health and well-being of students, faculty, staff and visitors, the campus of Husson University is smoke- and tobacco-free.
CENTER FORSTUDENT SUCCESS
UNIVERSITY PARKINGHusson University has a limited number of parking spaces available on campus. Our goal is to manage this resource for students, faculty, staff and visitors to our campus.Please follow these basic parking rules: 1. Avoid parking in a handicapped or visitor space if you are not handicapped or a visitor. (Handicapped parkers are required to display a valid handicapped placard or plate.) 2. Park in paved parking spaces only — not on lawn or mud. 3.Avoidparkinginfirelanes,NoParkingZonesorondiagonalhashmarks.
Parking for StudentsStudents who wish to bring a vehicle to campus must register the vehicle with Safety & Security at www.husson.edu/vehicle-registration.
Shuttle Service for Visitors If you’d like assistance getting from one location to another on campus during your visit, CampusSafety&Securityisheretohelp.Forassistance,pleasecall941-7911orflagdown a Campus Safety & Security vehicle.