| Time |
Presentation & Description |
Location |
| 8:00-8:25AM |
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! |
USU Ballroom |
| 8:25-8:30AM |
Welcome Video & Land Acknowledgement |
USU Ballroom |
| 8:30-8:45AM |
Overview of the Day: The NSFP emcee of the program dives into some key points participants
should take away from Orientation, provides logistical awareness of what the day will
offer as well as next steps to follow after Orientation before starting the semester
ahead. |
USU Ballroom |
| 8:45-8:50AM |
Our NSFP emcee welcomes the crowd and 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. |
USU Ballroom |
| 8:50-9:10AM |
Family Programs: It takes a support system to succeed! From parents and siblings
to friends and partners, students need the community of support to thrive at CSUSM.
This session dives into the services and support offered for family/ supporters, while
coaching on how to best empower students to utilize their resources on campus. |
USU Ballroom |
| 9:10-9:50AM |
Academic Success: Understanding the academic systems of our University, from the structure
of colleges and majors to degree requirements. This session provides an overview
of academic expectations and learning and tutoring services to support students too. |
USU Ballroom |
| 9:50-9:55AM |
Break |
USU Ballroom |
| 9:55-10:55AM |
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. |
USU Ballroom |
| 10:55-11:55AM |
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. |
USU Ballroom |
| 11:55-12:00PM |
Transition to lunch & resource fair |
USU Ballroom |
| 12:00-1:00PM |
Lunch & Resource Fair |
USU Ballroom |
| 1:00-1:50PM |
Student Perspective Panel: Bring your questions and hear from the CSUSM experts- our
students. Learn about their triumphs and lessons learned while starting off at CSUSM
and transitioning to college life. |
USU Ballroom |
| 1:50-2:20PM |
Success Coaching: The first few weeks of college bring excitement, change, and new
opportunities for growth. Learn how Success Coaches partner with first-year students
to provide personalized support, connect them to campus resources, and empower them
to thrive academically, socially, and personally throughout their CSUSM journey. |
USU Ballroom |
| 2:20-2:35PM |
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. |
USU Ballroom |
| 2:35-2:45PM |
Break |
|
| 2:45-3:20PM |
Empowering Student Involvement & Engagement: 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! |
USU Ballroom |
| 3:20-3:35PM |
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. |
USU Ballroom |
| 3:35-3:45PM |
Wrap-up |
USU Ballroom |
| 3:45-5:00PM |
Afternoon Options |
|
| Housing Overview & Tour (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 |
| 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. |
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