Agenda

Welcome to the Saluki family!

Get ready to dive into life at SIU. At New Student Orientation, you'll connect with fellow undergraduate students, meet faculty and staff, and learn about the resources to support your success.  

Orientation Agenda

8:15 am: Check-In & Meet Orientation Leaders
Location: Student Center 

8:45 am: Welcome from New Student Programs

9:20 am: Financing your Saluki Future

9:45 am: Academic Connections: Meet with your Academic Major & College/School

10:45 am: Campus Connections: Meet with Student Life & Involvement and the Community

11:30 am: Informational Session I

• Finding Your Place: Engagement and Success for the Commuter Student
• Partnering for a Positive Residence Life Experience

12:00 pm: Lunch

• Sandwich Buffet, Tossed Salad, Pasta Salad, Chips, & Cookies

1:00 pm : Informational Session II 

• Supporting Your Saluki for a Strong Start

• Q&A with Orientation Leaders & Small Group Activites

• Transfer & Thrive: Essentials for Transferring to SIU

1:45 pm: Resource Connections: Meet with Academic & Success Services