Penn State DuBois: New Student Orientation and the First Year Experience

Fall 2012 New Student Orientation

General Information and Frequently Asked Questions

Penn State DuBois realizes that orientation is a process rather than an event. With this in mind, our orientation program is designed to help you become comfortable with and knowledgeable about the campus during the summer, prior to your beginning classes on August 27, 2012.

First comes the FTCAP (First Year Testing, Counseling and Advising Program) program, including your meeting with an academic advisor to schedule your fall semester 2012 classes.

The next segment in the New Student Orientation process is our annual PRIDE Program. This program involves what has traditionally been known as New Student Orientation, and it involves all new students coming to campus prior to the start of classes. All students are invited to spend time on campus where they have an opportunity to meet and interact with their fellow students, as well as to begin to receive important information on how the University and campus works.

New Student Orientation will take place on THURSDAY, AUGUST 23 and FRIDAY, AUGUST 24. These days constitutes the official opening of the academic year with our Campus Convocation, and includes programming of both an academic (college and advisor meeting) and social (picnic/games/give-a-ways, etc.) nature. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS.

ORIENTATION FAQ:

Is Orientation a required program?

Yes, it's so good we expect all students to participate!

Is there a fee for attending New Student Orientation?

No!

Who do I call if I have questions?

Rebecca Pennington - Director of Student Affairs (814) 375-4766 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (814) 375-4766 or email rxs163@psu.edu. For information on FTCAP, class scheduling, contact the Advising Center at (814) 375-4768 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (814) 375-4768 . Calling from outside the local area? Use 1-800-346-ROAR begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 1-800-346-ROAR (7627).

Are any special sessions offered during Orientation?

YES, special sessions are offered. They include sessions for international students, returning adult learners, high school students enrolled in Penn State classes through the Jump Start and/or Dual Enrollment initiatives. Students will receive a separate mailing with information on these special programs.

Are current students involved in the New Student Orientation program?

Definitely YES! We have OL's (Orientation Leaders) who are training this summer to be important members of the Orientation Staff. You'll notice them as soon as you come to campus. You'll spend a lot of time with our current students during the two day PRIDE program.

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