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SAMPLE STUDENT ORIENTATION SCHEDULE

This is only a sample of what can take place at orientation.  This schedule is subject to change.

DAY ONE

8:00AM – 9:30AM

Check-In & Continental Breakfast

10:00AM

Welcome to University Life
Get an overview of what you can expect of academics and student life at JCU while also learning more about our rich, Jesuit tradition

11:00AM Foreign Language Placement Exam
12:00 Noon

Lunch
Dine with the admission staff and orientation leaders as well as other first year students and parents.

1:00PM Writing Proficiency Exam
2:00PM “Oh the Places You’ll Go”
Hear about some of the unique aspects of JCU from staff at the Centers for Career Services, Global Education, and Service & Social Action.
3:15PM

Orientation Small Group Discussion
Meet with your orientation leader for icebreakers and social activities.  Your leader will also answer any questions you may have regarding the university.

4:15PM Break
5:00PM

General Academic Advising
Meet with a faculty advisor and learn about your core academic requirements and everything you’ll need to know for fall class registration.

6:00PM

Dinner with Faculty Advisor & Course Discussion Time
Continue your conversation with your faculty advisor and family members over dinner.

7:00PM

Diversity Activity
Open yourself up to the new horizons presented by college life and come ready to have fun and challenge your mind.

8:00PM College 101
The performance by the orientation leaders will give you a good preview of some of the most common issues facing college students today.
9:00PM

Small Group Discussion
Discuss your questions and give your thoughts regarding College 101.  Get ready for the night ahead!

10:00PM

Social Activities
Join the orientation staff for food, music, dancing, and your choice of different sports activities!

DAY TWO

8:15AM Breakfast
9:00AM

Mass
Join other students and families at Mass and reflect on the next exciting four years of your life.  People from all faith traditions are welcome and encouraged to participate.  

10:15AM - 12:30PM

Cleveland & University Resource Fair
Meet with various representatives of the student body, faculty, staff, and administration to receive information regarding the resources and services available at JCU and in the surrounding area.

10:15AM - 3:00PM

Student Registration
Register for fall classes with your faculty advisor and get your JCU student ID.

11:00AM - 1:00PM

Continental Lunch
Before you leave, make sure to stop by the various continental lunch stations for a bite to eat.

11:00AM - 3:00PM Check-Out

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