What to Bring to Freshman Orientation

Make sure you're prepared for your New Cards Orientation experience!

To make the most out of your orientation experience and overnight stay on campus, it’s important to come prepared. Here’s some essentials to pack!

Bedding, Towel, & Toiletries

You'll be staying in a traditional residence hall room. Pack your twin XL sheets, pillow, blanket, towel and toiletries!

Clothing

Check the weather in advance! Comfortable shoes are a must, and you may also want to bring a sweatshirt, rain jacket or umbrella.

Refillable Water Bottle

Stay hydrated, New Cards! Filling stations are located around campus.

ULink Login Information

Make note of your ULink userID and password so you can login and enroll in classes in one of our campus computer labs.

Cash for Orientation SWAG

Want to get an Orientation exclusive t-shirt or hat? You'll need $10 cash or check for each – sorry, cards cannot be accepted. :(

Snacks

All meals will be provided, but you may want to bring snacks or cash for vending machines.