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Orientation Schedule

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The Orientation 2013 dates are August 22-25, but Freshmen Move-In is Wednesday, August 21.

Opening Day events will include the University Welcome, meetings for parents and students with both Academic Colleges and Orientation Counselors, Parents Info Sessions and Resource Fair, Family Picnic and Opening Mass.  The parent programs will end Thursday evening after the Family Picnic.  New students will continue with the Orientation program through Sunday evening.  A more detailed schedule will be available in the Spring. Orientation is casual and remember.. it could be hot. Wear comfortable shoes. 

Freshmen Move-In Schedule - Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Time Description
Wednesday Hours:
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Residence Hall Check-In for Resident Students
 

At their assigned times, resident students should report directly to their assigned Residence Hall to check-in and pick up their room key/combo and Wildcard. The Orientation staff will provide move-in assistance during official move-in time. Please be prepared to expect heavy traffic and limited car access around the South Campus circle.

We appreciate your patience during move in.

Assigned Times will be listed in June.

Student’s Last Name:      Assigned Move-In Time:


Note: View FAQs for Check-In

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Orientation Programs

Students attend programs throughout the day, including workshops on:

   ● Academics

   ● New Student Concerns

   ● Social Life and College

   ● Campus Ministry Programs

   ● History of Villanova and its
      Augustinian Tradition

   ● College Life, a small group discussion
      with a member of the faculty

   ● Alcohol and Drug Awareness

   ● and much more!

A detailed Opening Day Schedule with specific times and locations will be mailed in August.

Orientation activities involving parents are on August 22 only.

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