Spring Orientation

Welcome to the Saluki family!

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

Agenda

Friday, January 10, 2025

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm: Check-In
Location: Student Center Corker Lounge

• Hot Chocolate Bar
• Meet your NSP Leaders
• Get your student ID

1:30 pm: Welcome from New Student Programs
Location: Student Center Ballrooms

2:20 pm - 3:15 pm: Academic Connections
Various Locations
*Details will be shared at the event

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm: Resource Fair
Location: Student Center Ballrooms

Optional Orientation Activities

8:00 am-12:00 pm: Residence Halls Open for Move-In
Students with housing contracts residing on campus

10:30 am - 11:30 am: Transferring to SIU Educational Session
Location: Student Center River Rooms 

11:45 am - 12:45 pm: New Saluki & Supporter Lunch
Location: Student Center Old Main

4:30-6:00pm: Saluki Hangout - Bingo! 
Location: Student Services Building, Rooms 150 & 160