August 1st Student Schedule

Time	Presentation & Description	Location
7:45AM	Check-in/Connect with others: Time to check in and get your materials for the day. Meet Orientation Team Leaders and get to know other families around you!	Chavez Plaza
8:00-8:25AM	Breakfast & Meet O-Team	ARTS 240
8:25-8:30AM	Welcome Video, Land acknowledgement	ARTS 240
8:30-8:35AM	University Welcome: Our NSFP emcee welcomes the crowd and introduces the ASI representative. An ASI student leader provides a welcome message on behalf of the student body with a peer to peer messaging to get involved and engage on campus. ASI introduces the Senior Leadership Team member to provide welcome remarks on behalf of the university leadership with highlight messaging of our mission and campus accolades.	ARTS 240
8:35-8:40AM	Overview of the Day: Learn about the goals of Orientation, what to expect throughout the day, and important next steps to help you prepare for a successful start at CSUSM.	ARTS 240
8:40-8:45AM	Mindful Moment: Learn how to practice mindfulness techniques to relax the body and mind and help reduce stress.	ARTS 240
8:45-9:45AM	Foundations for Success: Get started on the right track at CSUSM! Learn about academic expectations, degree requirements, credit hour policies, and key campus resources that support your success.	ARTS 240
9:45-10:45AM	Wellness & Safety: This panel style presentation offers a warm welcome from CSUSM's Student Health & Counseling Services and will lead into Cougar Care Network, Disability Support Services, the Dean of Students Office, Title IX, University Police and Crisis Response. Following a brief presentation from each we open to audience engagement with a Q&A opportunity.	ARTS 240
10:45-10:55AM	Break
10:55-11:30AM	Student Life at CSUSM: CSUSM has a vibrant Student Life on campus, inviting in all students to get involved and engaged. From leadership to sports clubs and everything in between, there is something for everyone to be part of Student Life at CSUSM!	ARTS 240
11:30-12:00PM	O-Team Small Groups: Meet other incoming students while your Orientation Team Leader shares peer to peer the tips and tricks to success at CSUSM!	Gonzalez Grove- Forum Plaza
12:00-1:00PM	Lunch & Resource Fair, there's also an optional Campus Tour at 12:30pm. Time to eat! Take this time to get to know others. With dozens of campus partners eager to meet you and business you need to attend to, the resource fair is a great one stop shop for learning about the support offered to you at CSUSM and check things off your path to CSUSM checklist!	USU Ballroom
1:10-2:10PM	Financial Matters at CSUSM: This panel presentation will review the cost of attendance, tuition and fee payment timelines, financial aid requirements, and maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Families will also receive information about scholarships, the Cal Vet Fee Waiver, parking, dining services, and the many student-focused programs supported by CSUSM Corporation, including the University Bookstore and campus dining operations.	ARTS 240
2:10-2:30PM	Career Planning & Services: It's never too early to dive right into career planning, this session provides an overview of programs and services uniquely offered here at CSUSM to support students with internships and professional development.	ARTS 240
2:30-2:45PM	Study Abroad: From alternative spring breaks to a semester or even a year abroad, join us to learn more about the different study abroad programs CSUSM has to offer.	ARTS 240
2:45-3:00PM	Reminders & Transition to College-Majors	ARTS 240
3:00-3:40PM	College and/or major breakouts offer an opportunity to meet with faculty and staff from your area of study to understand opportunities and expectations within the college/ major. Hear about what makes this college/ major uniquely special at CSUSM and beyond.	COBA, CSTEM & Undeclared - ARTS 240 CEHHS - ACD 102 CHAD - SBSB 1108 CJS & SOC - SBSB 1103 PSYCH - SBSB 1102 SS - SBSB 1107 MUSIC - SBSB 1105 CHABSS catch all - SBSB 1111
3:40-3:45PM	O-Team wrap up	ARTS 240
3:45-5:00PM	After Orientation Options
	Housing Overview & Tours (Locations TBD)	USU Ballroom
	Campus Tour: Haven't explored campus yet? Or just interested in mapping out where your classes will be? An O-Team leader will take you around campus to give you the inside scoop on CSUSM! We may be nicknamed Cal State Stair Master, but if you need an accessible route just let the O-Team leader know.	Meeting & Departing from Whispering Bench
	IITS Help Desk: Need technology assistance - connect with IITS to obtain support with login, authentication issues.	2nd Floor Kellogg Library
	Veteran and Military Affiliated Benefits: Learn about all Veteran and Military affiliated benefits. The various types, processes and timelines to maximize use of these benefits.	UHALL 100
	Enrollment Support (Invite Only)	SBSB 1101