Undergraduate Orientation Schedule
Undergraduate Orientation Schedule
The Undergraduate Orientation for new students and families will be held virtually on Monday, July 17, 2023 and Tuesday, July 18, 2023.
Students and families will need to attend virtual sessions where attendees will be able to ask questions. All scheduled Zoom links will be emailed to students and parents/guardian. Zoom links will not be posted on this site.
Each day presents identical content. Please choose which day works best for your schedule or utilize both days to fit your schedule. All online sessions will be recorded and posted on this webpage for future viewing.
Virtual Orientation Schedule
Monday, July 17 and Tuesday, July 18 | Held virtually via Zoom
8:45-10 a.m. |
Health, Counseling Services, Student Support and Assistance and Learning ResourcesParents/guardians and students |
10:15-11:15 a.m. |
Safety, Security and Student Conduct by Student AffairsParents/guardians and students |
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
Student Engagement & Leadership by Student AffairsParents/guardians and students |
1-2 p.m. |
Housing, Dining and One Card by Student AffairsParents/guardians and students |
2:15-3 p.m. |
Registration to Orientation by Division of Liberal ArtsParents/guardians and students |
Day-by-Day Orientation Schedules
Review UNCSA Community Health Standards prior to arrival on campus.
Each schedule has been organized by specific move-in/check-in date for Aug 15. Commuter students have an open check-in from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Aug 15. Residential students move-in appointments will be scheduled later this summer.
Students must have valid photo ID (driver's license or passport).
Tuesday, August 15
- Move-In/Check-In (Commuters/Residential) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. New residential student move-in (appointment only) and commuter students have an open check-in
- Advancement Drop-In Coffee & Pastries 8-10:30 AM, Hanes Student Commons Lounge, Hosted by the Parent Leadership Circle
- Parking | Lot N
- Residence Life | Hanes Student Commons
- Parking Decals | Hanes Student Commons
- One Card | Hanes Student Commons
- Mail Center | Hanes Student Commons
Once check-in is completed, students proceed to move-in:
- Welcome Orientation Overview Session 3-4:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall, Parents & Commuter & Residential Students
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- School of Drama Orientation Session (Parents & Commuter/Residential Students) 4:30-5:30 p.m., Performance Place, Catawba Theatre
- Parent Reception w/ Chancellor & Provost (Parents Only) 6-8 p.m., ACE Complex in Film Village
- Student Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 6:15-7:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Student Leadership Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 7:15-8:30 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Meet with Resident Advisors (Residential Students) 8:30-9:30 p.m., Artist Village
Wednesday, August 16
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (Parents) 8:30-10 a.m., Watson Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 8:30-10 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Liberal Arts Orientation Session (Parents and Commuter & Residential Students) 10-11 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- New Kenan Excellence Scholar Expectations (For Kenan Scholar Receipients) 12-1 p.m., Teaching & Learning Center - 2310 - TLC Conference Room
- Federal Work Study Orientation (For Work Study Accepted Students) 1-2 p.m., Film Theatre Building, ACE Theater
- School of Drama Orientation for Studio 1 (Parents & Commuter & Residential Students) 2-3 p.m., Performance Place Building, Catawba Theatre
This concludes parent/family portion of orientation.
- School of Drama Studio 1 Walking Tour with Faculty 3:30-5 p.m., meet in Performance Place Building Lobby
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m., Online
- School of Drama Studio 1 Meeting with Deans 6-7:30 p.m., Performance Place, Catawba Theatre
- Dinner 6-8 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- New Student Welcome Session 6-8 p.m., Daniels Plaza
Thursday, August 17
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m. (Open Time), Online
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- International Students Information Session 5–6 p.m., Library 4th Floor
- Live Karaoke Event 8-10 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Eisenberg Social Hall
Friday, August 18
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Drama Arts School Check-In 10-11 a.m., Performance Place, Rehearsal Studio
- Drama Studio 1 Monolgues 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Performance Place Building, Catawba Theatre
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 1-4 p.m. (Open Time), Online
- Drama Studio 1 Info Session: Schedules, Policies & Protocols 2–4 p.m, Performance Place, Rehearsal Studio (bottom floor)
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Outdoor Movie 8:30-9:30 p.m., The Hill
Saturday, August 19
- Brunch 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Open Mic Night 8 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
Sunday, August 20
- Brunch 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Studio 1 Monologues for Drama Students, Hosted by Studio 4, 2-6 p.m., Performance Place Building, Catawba Theatre
- Artists of Color Bonfire 7-10 p.m., The Hill (outside of Hanes Student Commons)
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
Monday August 21
- Start of All Academic Classes
- All School Drama Meeting 4-5 p.m., Performance Place Building, Freedman Theatre
Tuesday, August 15
- Move-In/Check-In (Commuters/Residential) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. New residential student move-in (appointment only) and commuter students have an open check-in
- Advancement Drop-In Coffee & Pastries 8-10:30 AM, Hanes Student Commons Lounge, Hosted by the Parent Leadership Circle
- Parking | Lot N
- Residence Life | Hanes Student Commons
- Parking Decals | Hanes Student Commons
- One Card | Hanes Student Commons
- Mail Center | Hanes Student Commons
Once check-in is completed, students proceed to move-in:
- Welcome Orientation Overview Session 3-4:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall, Parents & Commuter & Residential Students
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- School of Dance Orientation (Parents & Commuter/Residential Students) 4:30-5:30 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Parent Reception w/ Chancellor & Provost (Parents Only) 6-8 p.m., ACE Complex in Film Village
- Student Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 6:15-7:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Student Leadership Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 7:15-8:30 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Meet with Resident Advisors (Residential Students) 8:30-9:30 p.m., Artist Village
Wednesday, August 16
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (Parents) 8:30-10 a.m., Watson Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 8:30-10 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Liberal Arts Orientation Session (Parents and Commuter & Residential Students) 10-11 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
This concludes parent/family portion of orientation.
- New Kenan Excellence Scholar Expectations (For Kenan Scholar Receipients) 12-1 p.m., Teaching & Learning Center - 2310 - TLC Conference Room
- Federal Work Study Orientation (For Work Study Accepted Students) 1-2 p.m., Film Theatre Building, ACE Theater
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m., Online
- Dinner 6-8 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- New Student Welcome Session 6-8 p.m., Daniels Plaza
Thursday, August 17
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m. (Open Time), Online
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- International Students Information Session 5–6 p.m., Library 4th Floor
- Live Karaoke Event 8-10 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Eisenberg Social Hall
Friday, August 18
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Technique Class for Ballet Majors 10:20-11:50 a.m., Workplace Studio 614
- Technique Class for Contemporary Majors 10:20- 11:50 a.m., Workplace Studio 615
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dance Arts School Check-In 2:30-3:30 p.m., Faculty Lounge
- Ballet Technique Placement Class for All New Contemporary Majors 3:45-5 p.m., Studio A
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Outdoor Movie 8:30-9:30 p.m. The Hill
Saturday, August 19
- Brunch 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Open Mic Night 8 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
Sunday, August 20
- Brunch 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Artists of Color Bonfire 7-10 p.m., The Hill (outside of Hanes Student Commons)
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
Monday August 21
- Start of All Academic Classes
- All School Dance Meeting 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., Gray Building, Studio A
Tuesday, August 15
- Move-In/Check-In (Commuters/Residential) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. New residential student move-in (appointment only) and commuter students have an open check-in
- Advancement Drop-In Coffee & Pastries 8-10:30 AM, Hanes Student Commons Lounge, Hosted by the Parent Leadership Circle
- Parking | Lot N
- Residence Life | Hanes Student Commons
- Parking Decals | Hanes Student Commons
- One Card | Hanes Student Commons
- Mail Center | Hanes Student Commons
Once check-in is completed, students proceed to move-in:
- Welcome Orientation Overview Session 3-4:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall, Parents & Commuter & Residential Students
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- School of Film Orientation Session (Parents & Commuter/Residential Students) 4:30-5:30 p.m., Film Theatre Building, ACE Theater
- Parent Reception w/ Chancellor & Provost (Parents Only) 6-8 p.m., ACE Complex in Film Village
- Student Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 6:15-7:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Student Leadership Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 7:15-8:30 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Meet with Resident Advisors (Residential Students) 8:30-9:30 p.m., Artist Village
Wednesday, August 16
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (Parents) 8:30-10 a.m., Watson Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 8:30-10 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Liberal Arts Orientation Session (Parents and Commuter & Residential Students) 10-11 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
This concludes parent/family portion of orientation.
- New Kenan Excellence Scholar Expectations (For Kenan Scholar Receipients) 12-1 p.m., Teaching & Learning Center - 2310 - TLC Conference Room
- Federal Work Study Orientation (For Work Study Accepted Students) 1-2 p.m., Film Theatre Building, ACE Theater
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m., Online
- Dinner 6-8 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- New Student Welcome Session 6-8 p.m., Daniels Plaza
Thursday, August 17
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Division of Liberal Arts Curriculum Overview: Year 1 Film Students (Required) 9-9:30 a.m., Film Village Main Theatre
- Film School Curriculum Overview 9:30-11:30 a.m., Film Village Main Theatre
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Online Registration Questions for All Film Students (Oprtional) 12-1 p.m., Film Village, 2nd Floor, Film, Administration Building C, Academic Programs Manager’s Office #2210
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m. (Open Time), Online
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- International Students Information Session 5–6 p.m., Library 4th Floor
- Live Karaoke Event 8-10 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Eisenberg Social Hall
Friday, August 18
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Saftey Handbook Review (Mandatory) 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Film Village, Main Theatre
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- All School Meeting for All Film Students (Mandatory) 4-5 p.m., Film Village, Main Theatre
- Pizza Party for All Film Students (Optional) 5-6:30 p.m., Film Village, BB&T Lobby
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Outdoor Movie 8:30-9:30 p.m., The Hill
Saturday, August 19
- Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Open Mic Night 8 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
Sunday, August 20
- Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Artists of Color Bonfire 7-10 p.m., The Hill (outside of Hanes Student Commons)
Monday August 21
- Start of All Academic Classes
Tuesday, August 15
- Move-In/Check-In (Commuters/Residential) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. New residential student move-in (appointment only) and commuter students have an open check-in
- Advancement Drop-In Coffee & Pastries 8-10:30 AM, Hanes Student Commons Lounge, Hosted by the Parent Leadership Circle
- Parking | Lot N
- Residence Life | Hanes Student Commons
- Parking Decals | Hanes Student Commons
- One Card | Hanes Student Commons
- Mail Center | Hanes Student Commons
Once check-in is completed, students proceed to move-in:
- Welcome Orientation Overview Session 3-4:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall, Parents & Commuter & Residential Students
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- School of Music Welcome Meeting & Walking Tour (Parents & Commuter/Residential Students) 4:30-6 p.m., Watson Hall
- Parent Reception w/ Chancellor & Provost (Parents Only) 6-8 p.m., ACE Complex in Film Village
- Student Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 6:15-7:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Student Leadership Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 7:15-8:30 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Meet with Resident Advisors (Residential Students) 8:30-9:30 p.m., Artist Village
Wednesday, August 16
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (Parents) 8:30-10 a.m., Watson Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 8:30-10 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Liberal Arts Orientation Session (Parents and Commuter & Residential Students) 10-11 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
This concludes parent/family portion of orientation.
- New Kenan Excellence Scholar Expectations (For Kenan Scholar Receipients) 12-1 p.m., Teaching & Learning Center - 2310 - TLC Conference Room
- Federal Work Study Orientation (For Work Study Accepted Students) 1-2 p.m., Film Theatre Building, ACE Theater
- A.L.I.C.E. Training, Group #1 (group assignments will be posted) 2-4 p.m., Location TBA
- MUSIC STUDENT SMALL GROUP MEETING (group assignment will be posted) 2-3 p.m. SAAB 101
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m., Online
- Music Student Small Group Meeting (group assignment will be posted) 4:30-5:30 p.m., SAAB 101
- Dinner 6-8 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- New Student Welcome Session 6-8 p.m., Daniels Plaza
Thursday, August 17
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- MUSIC STUDENT SMALL GROUP MEETING (group assignment will be posted) 2-3 p.m., SAAB 101
- A.L.I.C.E. Training, Group #2 (group assignments will be posted) 2-4 p.m., Location TBA
- MUSIC STUDENT SMALL GROUP MEETING (group assignment will be posted) 3:30-4:30 p.m., SAAB 101
- Liberal Arts Course Advising (Online) 4-7 p.m. (Open Time)
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- International Students Information Session 5–6 p.m., Library 4th Floor
- Live Karaoke Event 8-10 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Eisenberg Social Hall
Friday, August 18
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- First-of-Year Hearings: Brass Students (individual times will be posted) 10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Watson Chamber Music Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- First-of-Year Hearings: Woodwind Students (individual times will be posted) 1-3:30 p.m., Watson Chamber Music Hall
- Liberal Arts Course Advising (Online) 1-4 p.m. (Open Time)
- First-of-Year Hearings: String Students (individual times will be posted) 3:30-5:30 p.m., SMC 167
- First-of-Year Hearings for All Piano Students (individual times will be posted) 4-5:30 p.m., Watson Chamber Music Hall
- Dinner 4-7 p.m. Dining Hall
- Ooutdoor Movie 8:30-9:30 p.m., The Hill
Saturday, August 19
- Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Open Mic Night 8 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
Sunday, August 20
- Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Artists of Color Bonfire 7-10 p.m., The Hill (outside of Hanes Student Commons)
Monday August 21
- Start of All Academic Classes
Wednesday August 23
- School of Music Convocation 2-2:50 p.m., Watson Hall
Tuesday, August 15
- Move-In/Check-In (Commuters/Residential) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. New residential student move-in (appointment only) and commuter students have an open check-in
- Advancement Drop-In Coffee & Pastries 8-10:30 AM, Hanes Student Commons Lounge, Hosted by the Parent Leadership Circle
- Parking | Lot N
- Residence Life | Hanes Student Commons
- Parking Decals | Hanes Student Commons
- One Card | Hanes Student Commons
- Mail Center | Hanes Student Commons
Once check-in is completed, students proceed to move-in:
- Welcome Orientation Overview Session 3-4:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall, Parents & Commuter & Residential Students
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- School of D&P Family Orientation (Parents & Commuter/Residential Students) 4:30-5:30 p.m., D&P Drawing Studio 113
- Parent Reception w/ Chancellor & Provost (Parents Only) 6-8 p.m., ACE Complex in Film Village
- Student Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 6:15-7:15 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Student Leadership Welcome Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 7:15-8:30 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Meet with Resident Advisors (Residential Students) 8:30-9:30 p.m., Artist Village
Wednesday, August 16
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (Parents) 8:30-10 a.m., Watson Hall
- Orientation to Student Life Session (For Commuter & Residential Students) 8:30-10 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Liberal Arts Orientation Session (Parents and Commuter & Residential Students) 10-11 a.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
This concludes parent/family portion of orientation.
- New Kenan Excellence Scholar Expectations (For Kenan Scholar Receipients) 12-1 p.m., Teaching & Learning Center - 2310 - TLC Conference Room
- Federal Work Study Orientation (For Work Study Accepted Students) 1-2 p.m., Film Theatre Building, ACE Theater
- Liberal Arts Course Advising 4-7 p.m., Online
- Dinner 6-8 p.m., Hanes Student Commons, Dining Hall
- New Student Welcome Session 6-8 p.m., Daniels Plaza
Thursday, August 17
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- A.L.I.C.E. Training, Session A (group assignments will be posted) 9–10:45 a.m., D&P Drawing Studio Room 113
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- A.L.I.C.E. Training, Session B (group assignments will be posted) 1:45–3:15 p.m., Drawing Studio Room 113
- Liberal Arts Course Advising (Online) 4-7 p.m. (Open Time)
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- International Students Information Session 5–6 p.m., Library 4th Floor
- Live Karaoke Event 8-10 p.m. Hanes Student Commons, Eisenberg Social Hall
Friday, August 18
- Breakfast 7:15-10 a.m., Dining Hall
- Orientation Curriculum & DegreeWorks Orientation 10-11:30 a.m., D&P Drawing Studio 113
- Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Liberal Arts Course Advising (Online) 1-4 p.m. (Open Time)
- Design and Production Meeting (All New Students) 2-4:30 p.m., Freedman Theatre.
- Design and Production New Student Dinner 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Sneden's Landing
- Dinner 4-7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Outdoor Movie 8:30-9:30 p.m., The Hill
Saturday, August 19
- Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Open Mic Night 8 p.m., Gray Building, Crawford Hall
Sunday, August 20
- Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dining Hall
- Dinner 4–7 p.m., Dining Hall
- Artists of Color Bonfire 7-10 p.m., The Hill (outside of Hanes Student Commons)
Monday August 21
- Start of All Academic Classes
- Design and Production General Meeting (All Design and Production Students) 3:30–5:30 p.m.,Freedman Theatre
Sunday August 27
- Design and Production Respirator Fittings and Training 2-6 p.m. (Appointments Will Be Posted), D&P Drawing Studio-113