University of Vermont

Programs at a Glance

Orientation Students

Below is a general overview of both the student and the family schedule during Orientation.

Orientation begins with Check-In on the first day from 8am-10am. The first session begins at 10:30am. Students & families will check out by 3 pm on the second day. If you are making travel plans, please plan accordingly. We are unable to provide an additional night of housing after the session has ended.

Students

Day 1

  • Check in between 8 and 10 a.m. at the Harris Millis Complex to receive program materials and room keys.
  • Orientation begins at 10:30 a.m.
  • Campus Bus Tours
  • University Welcome
  • Academic Unit Meeting
  • Welcome Meeting with your Orientation Leader and Student Group
  • Residential Life and University Dining Services Information Sessions
  • Campus Life and Academic Information Sessions
  • Barbecue Dinner
  • Campus Community Session
  • Evening Social Activities

Day 2

  • Coffee and Bagels
  • Academic Advising Meetings
  • Online Course Registration with Academic Advisors (by appointment)
  • Brunch and Resource Fair
  • Check Out by 3 p.m.
  • If you have any questions about UVM's Orientation Program, please don't hesitate to give us a call at (802) 656-4136 or e-mail us at orientation@uvm.edu.

Families

Day 1

  • Check in between 8 and 10 a.m. at the Harris Millis Complex to pick-up program materials and, if you are staying on campus, room keys.
  • Orientation begins at 10:30 a.m.
  • Campus Bus Tours
  • University Welcome
  • Academic Unit Meeting
  • Residential Life and University Dining Services Information Sessions
  • Life at UVM from the Student Perspective
  • Campus Life and Academic Information
  • Barbecue with Students
  • Family Reception

Day 2

  • Morning Walk
  • Student Financial Services Information Session
  • Meet the Dean of Students
  • Opening Weekend Panel
  • Brunch and Resource Fair
  • Check Out by 3 p.m.
  • If you have any questions about UVM's Orientation Program, please don't hesitate to give us a call at (802) 656-4136 or e-mail us at orientation@uvm.edu.

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