Transfer Student Orientation
Transfer Students are students who have completed at least 24 college credits since graduating from high school. Orientation is recommended for transfer students so that they can learn about academic requirements, services, and resources specific to SUU. Although students may have attended another institution, at orientation, transfer students will meet with their academic advisor and confirm their class schedule. Transfer students can choose to attend either a Traditional or Overnight Orientation.
Traditional Orientation is a fast-paced program that begins at 8 a.m. and concludes at 3:15 p.m. Throughout the day participants will learn about academics, student life and services, meet with their advisor and get to know other new students. Students do not pay a fee to attend this program.
Traditional Orientation is a fast-paced program that begins at 8 a.m. and concludes at 3:15 p.m. Throughout the day participants will learn about academics, student life and services, meet with their advisor and get to know other new students. Students do not pay a fee to attend this program.
* *All new students except College of Science and Engineering
| 8:00-9:00 am | Check-In | Students and Guests check-in and receive materials for the day. After you check-in, explore SUU at a Glance. Sharwan Smith Center - Entertainment Bureau |
| 8:00 - 9:00 am | SUU at a Glance | Speak with staff and gather information from campus departments. Visit 10 tables and you can put your name in a drawing for a great prize! Sharwan Smith Center - Living Room/Mall/Upper Rotunda |
| 9:00 - 9:30 am | Welcome & Overview | Sharwan Smith Center - Sterling Church Auditorium |
| 9:30 - 10 am | O-Meetings | Get to know other students in your college. |
| 10-11:15am | Academic Advising: A Partnership between Student & Advisor | This session starts with a general review of university academic requirements and opportunities, including our hints and tips for getting the most out of your SUU education. Then we'll split into small groups based on major--you'll meet your academic advisor and have time to talk about the details of your major, ask questions about requirements or classes, learn more about your schedule, etc. |
| 11:15-12 | Campus Tour | A guided tour of campus with an O-Leader. Feel free to ask any questions you have about your class schedule or available campus resources. |
| 12-1 | Lunch | Lunch is provided as part of Orientation. SUU faculty and staff will join you for a delicious meal and conversation. Sharwan Smith Center - Ballroom |
| 12-1 | Bookstore Open House | Visit the Bookstore after your meal to learn about textbooks and use your Orientation Coupon. |
| 1-1:30 | How to Succeed in School... | A faculty member will acquaint you with general academic expectations at SUU, and will discuss how to be a successful student at SUU. Sharwan Smith Center - Sterling Church Auditorium |
| 1:30-1:45 | O-Meeting | Students and Guests will meet with an O-Leader. |
| 1:45-2:15 | Session 1 |
Choose from a variety of workshops aimed at helping you get the most out of your SUU experience: How to Be Involved |
| 2:20-2:50 | Session 2 |
Choose from a variety of workshops aimed at helping you get the most out of your SUU experience: How to Be Involved |
| 2:50-3:00 | Next Steps | Receive your summer reading assignment and learn about the Thunderbard Project. Sharwan Smith Center - Sterling Church Auditorium |
| 3-3:30 | Tradition Time | University traditions are an exciting part of the SUU experience. Learn some important Thunderbird traditions and win prizes! Old Sorrel |
| 3:15 | Orientation Check-out & ID Pictures | When you're finished with your Housing Tour and Individual Appointments, head to the Orientation Check-Out station. There you'll submit your entry for the FREE MEAL PLAN drawing, ask any last questions, complete a short orientation survey, and get your student ID photo taken. Sharwan Smith Center - Entertainment Bureau |
| 3:30 | Housing Tours/Presentation | Meet in the Eccles Living Learning Center lobby to learn more about on-campus housing, and receive a tour of the residence halls. |
| 3:30-5pm | Individual Appointments | If you need more information about registering for classes, you will be able to schedule an individual appointment with your advisor during lunch. You will also be able to meet with Financial Aid for more information. |
This program is designed to offer an extended preview of campus life. Participants can take advantage of extended advising, have more time at information sessions, and enjoy a fun night of entertainment and socializing. SUU Overnight Orientation will provide you with a great opportunity to develop friendships, experience a night in the residence halls, explore the campus, and discover life at SUU first-hand. Those attending this program are assessed a $50 fee to cover the cost of meals (dinner and breakfast), the extended activities, and overnight accomodations. There are limited spaces available so register soon!
| 10:30am-Noon | Orientation & Residence Hall Check-In | Students and Guests check in at the Eccles Living Learning Center. Eccles Conference Room |
| 10:30-11:45 am | SUU at a glance | Speak with staff and gather information from campus departments. Visit 10 tables and you can put your name in a drawing for a great prize! Sharwan Smith Center - Living Room/Mall/Upper Rotunda |
| 10:45-12:15 | Welcome & Overview | Sharwan Smith Center - Ballroom |
| 12:15-1pm | Lunch | Lunch is provided as part of Orientation. SUU faculty and staff will join you for a delicious meal and conversation. Sharwan Smith Center - Ballroom |
| 1-1:30pm | O-Meetings | Get to know other students in your college. |
| 1:30 - 2:45 pm | Academic Advising: A Partnership between Student & Advisor | This session starts with a general review of university academic requirements and opportunities, including our hints and tips for getting the most out of your SUU education. Then we'll split into small groups based on major--you'll meet your academic advisor and have time to talk about the details of your major, ask questions about requirements or classes, learn more about your schedule, etc. |
| 2:45-4pm | Campus Tour | A guided tour of campus with an O-Leader. Feel free to ask any questions you have about your class schedule or available campus resources. |
| 4-4:30pm | How to Succeed in School... | A faculty member will acquaint you with general academic expectations at SUU, and will discuss how to be a successful student at SUU. |
| 4:30-4:45pm | O-Meeting | Students and Guests will meet with an O-Leader. |
| 4:45-5:15 pm | Session 1 | Choose from a variety of workshops aimed at helping you get the most out of your SUU experience:
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| 5:20-5:50pm | Session 2 | See workshops listed in the Session 1 description |
| 6-7pm | Dinner | Sharwan Smith Center - Ballroom |
| 7pm | Tradition Time | University traditions are an exciting part of the SUU experience. Learn some important Thunderbird traditions and win prizes! |
| 7-11pm | Check Point | At any time in the evening that you want to relax, or you have a question, or you get lost, head over to the check point in the residence halls. |
| 7:15 - 9:00 pm | Social Time | Head over to the PE Building to explore Open Rec, Climbing, Zumba, Board Games and Video Games. |
| 9:00 | Ice Cream Social | Sharwan Smith Center - Starlight Room |
| 9:45 | Capture the Flag | Multipurpose Quad |
| 9-9:30am | Continental Breakfast | Sharwan Smith Center - Ballroom |
| 9-Noon | Individual Appointments | |
| 9:30-10am | Session 3 | Choose from a variety of workshops aimed at helping you get the most out of your SUU experience:
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| 10-10:30 | Large Group Energizer | |
| 10:30-11am | Session 4 | Choose from a variety of workshops aimed at helping you get the most out of your SUU experience:
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| 11-11:15 | Next Steps | Receive your summer reading assignment and learn about the Thunderbard Project. |
| 11:15-11:30 | Closing O-Group Meeting | Gather once more in small groups with your O-Leader to review what you learned at Orientation and create goals for success in your first year. |
| 11:30-Noon | Residence Hall Check-out | Head to Eccles to check out of your room. Be sure to return your key card to avoid a lost card fee. |
| 11:30-1pm | Orientation Check-out & ID Pictures | When you're finished checking out of housing, head to the Orientation Check-Out station. There you'll submit your entry for the FREE MEAL PLAN drawing, ask any last questions, complete a short orientation survey, and get your student ID photo taken. Visit the Bookstore after you're finished to learn about textbooks and use your Orientation Coupon. |
Adventure Orientation is designed to orchestrate a shared experience for participants to create social bonds that lead to lasting friendships, a connection to the SUU community and the amazing places surrounding Cedar City. Adventure Orientation also provides the opportunity to learn and be inspired in natural landscapes through adventure. You will begin your four day adventure on August 17 camping at a group site in a BLM recreation area west of Cedar City, and then will spend three days adventuring (backpacking, climbing, hiking, and/or canyoneering), ending with a memorable evening back at the group campsite. On August 21, participants will attend Traditional Orientation as a team. Participants will be assessed a $195 fee to cover meals, transportation, permits and campsites fees, and group equipment.
Dates: August 17-21
Hiking & backpacking in Bryce Canyon. Enjoy the amazing scenery and experience Bryce Canyon’s backcountry.
Rating: Moderately Strenuous
Experience: No experience needed, your will learn by doing
Canyoneering in Zion.
Group will camp in a group campsite in Zion
Rating: Moderately Strenuous
Experience: No experience needed, you will learn through training and by doing
Climbing in Veyo.
Group will camp in a group site in Veyo
Rating: Sport climbs from 5.5 to 5.12 (beginning to expert)
Experience: All levels of climbers welcome – beginning to expert
Peak ascents in the Tushar Mountains
Group will car camp in the Tushar Mountains
Rating: Strenuous
Experience: Previous hiking experience recommended
Hiking and exploring in the Dixie National Forest
| 9 am – noon | Move-In | Participants will move into housing |
| 1 pm | Gear Check, Group Introductions, and Travel | Participants will meet their leaders and fellow group members. After introductions and some initiatives to get to know each other, personal equipment will be inspected, group gear and food will be distributed, and groups will travel to Three Peaks Recreation Area (15 minutes away) to explore and set up camp. |
| 6 pm | Evening Dinner and Games | Group dinner and an evening of campfire games designed to help participants get to know their group members and other adventure group members. |
| 10 pm | Quiet Time | Quiet time in the camping area |
Groups will travel to trailheads and individual camping areas to begin their adventures.
Groups will continue adventuring – bonding with each other and the natural world.
Groups will host solo reflection time before returning to campus and Three Peaks. After cleaning up and wrapping up group adventures, all groups will meet at Three Peaks for a final dutch oven dinner and an Adventure Orientation ceremony. Each group will perform a song or skit describing their small group experience. Participants will sleep on campus (or in their respective living spaces).
Orientation, see schedule for Traditional Orientation
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