College Orientation
Welcome
Dear Class of 2012,
Congratulations on your decision to attend the University of Chicago!
You and your family undoubtedly have questions about planning for your first year at the University of Chicago. We have set up a special Class of 2012 website where you can view all of the information included in the summer mailings, post messages on the bulletin board to your fellow classmates, complete forms and documents necessary for new students, and learn more about the College. This site can be accessed online at http://classof2012.uchicago.edu.
Below, you'll find a summary of events that will take place at the New Student Orientation (NSO) for the College. You'll also find more information about NSO on the Class of 2012 website. New transfer students should visit http://newtransfers.uchicago.edu. NSO 2008 will include programs and events designed to prepare you for life as a student in the College. You will be introduced to resources and administrators who are here to assist you in your transition to the University of Chicago. Throughout NSO, you will have an opportunity to meet other first-years and begin to bond as members of the Class of 2012.
Again, our congratulations. We look forward to meeting you in September.
Sincerely,
College Programming Office
New Student Orientation 2008 Highlights
Opening Day Key Events
Look forward to ten days of activities to acclimate yourself to the University of Chicago beginning on Saturday, September 20th with Opening Day activities (please keep in mind that this schedule is subject to change):
| 8:00 a.m. | Residence Hall Check-in |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Orientation Check-in |
| 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Placement Test Registration |
| 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Financial Aid Walk-in Hours* |
| 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. | Networking Services and Information Technologies (NSIT) Activities* & Chicago Card Issuance |
| 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Student Loan Administration Walk-in Hours* |
| 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Drop-in Hours for Students with Disabilities* |
| 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Family Resources Fair* |
| Times & places vary | Resident Masters' Welcome Receptions |
| 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. | Reception for International Students and Families |
| 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. | Office of Multicultural Student Affairs' Reception for First-Years and Families |
| 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. | Opening Convocation and Bagpipe Procession* |
| 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. | Class of 2012 Photo |
| 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. | Family Reception* |
| 5:00 p.m. | Dinner with House |
| 8:00 p.m. | House Meetings |
*Family members are welcome at these events.
Other activities include:
- Course Registration
- Meetings with Advisers
- Reynolds Club Party
–An evening of entertainment to enjoy with your new friends - Placement Tests
- Experience Chicago
–A chance to explore the city of Chicago - John Hancock Reception
- Aims of Education Address
–An address given by a faculty member on the values of a University of Chicago education - Chicago Life Meetings
–Opportunities to discuss and ask questions about student life in a small group setting - Museum of Science and Industry Night
- Student Activities and Resource Fair
- Experience Chicago Through Service Day
–A community service opportunity
Check the New Student Orientation website (http://orientation.uchicago.edu) for a detailed schedule in August.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, September 20th!
Sincerely,
College Programming Office
