Fall 2025 New Student Orientation Schedule

First-Year & International Student Orientation Schedule

Tuesday, August 19: Welcome!

Time	Activity
Student Services Hours	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Having computer issues? Need help connecting to the internet? Stop by Milne Library today for assistance! Looking to connect via chat? This is a link to the online Service Desk: Visit http://cit.geneseo.edu for hours during the semester. Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Plan on having a car on campus or commuting? Be sure to review the Decals & Permits page! Permits will be available for sale beginning August 1. Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:30pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Got questions? Looking for directions? Not sure where you need to go for a specific session? Visit our Orientation Helpdesk in the College Union Lobby for all your Orientation needs. Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor) Stop by the bookstore to pick up some new Geneseo apparel, rent textbooks and purchase any last minute school supplies! Check out their website for more information: https://geneseo.bncollege.com/
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.	International Student Orientation | Various Locations Welcome international students! We're thrilled to welcome you to Western New York and the beautiful Geneseo community! Join your peers for a specialized orientation program that addresses your needs and familiarizes you with campus resources. For more information, visit the international student orientation page.
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	New Student Move-In | S Lot Welcome to Geneseo! We are so happy you’re here with us. Visit our Fall 2025 Move-In page for more information on when to show up, where to go, and what to bring. See you soon!
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Geneseo Legacy Celebration Station  | MacVittie College Union Lobby Geneseo’s Legacy Program celebrates, honors, and acknowledges families who have made attending SUNY Geneseo a family tradition. A legacy student has a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, or cousin who is a Geneseo graduate. We invite Legacy families to stop by our table on move-in day, Tuesday, August 19, 2025 between 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. pick-up a Geneseo Legacy pin for your current student grab a voucher for Aunt Cookies (one per family, registration required, valid 8/19/25 only) pose for a Legacy Family snapshot (or submit your photo online) Complete the online legacy form and RSVP to stop by on Tuesday at: geneseo.edu/legacy Parent and Family Mingle | MacVittie College Union Lobby & Patio Calling all parents, families and supporters! Take a break from helping your student move in and join staff from across campus for a quick snack and good conversation (in the air condition!)! You can use this opportunity to connect with faculty and staff and ask any burning questions you might have! It also allows you to meet some familiar faces in-person!
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Letters from Home | MacVittie College Union Lobby Letters from Home gives parents, families and supporters an opportunity to write a letter of love, encouragement and support to their student that will be mailed to them two weeks from today.
4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner on Your Own/Free Time | Red Jacket Dining Hall & Letchworth Dining Hall Move-In can be exhausting! Use these next few hours to settle into your room, grab dinner with your family on Main Street, eat with your new friends in the dining hall, or take a last minute trip to Walmart for room essentials. Dining halls will be open for dinner starting at 5:00 p.m.!  Some of our Main Street favorites are Aunt Cookies and Bar-Eat-O! You can also check out other local eateries here.
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Commuter Welcome | MacVittie College Union CUPS (2nd Floor) The start of our Orientation Program for students commuting from home. Meet other commuter students and get a welcome from the  Orientation Leaders (COL).
6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Commuter Student Dinner | Letchworth Dining Hall We hope you enjoyed the Commuter Welcome! Let’s continue the fun with the Commuter Student Dinner with the  OLs in the dining hall!
7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.	Commuter Student Mingle | Erie Hall Commuter Lounge Let’s keep the fun going! Join us in the Erie Commuter Lounge in Erie Hall for games, trivia and good conversation with other commuter students!
7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.	Community Welcome Meetings | Residence Halls  On-campus students only.  Community and belonging are at the forefront of the Geneseo experience. Students will have a chance to connect with others, meet key staff such as Resident Assistants (RA) and Area Coordinator or Residence Directors who will help you get the lay of the land and help start making connections. Commuter students will be assigned a residence hall floor to be with during this meeting to have an on campus home base and connection as well as meet people in your class year. You are welcome and encouraged to continue this connection throughout the year.
7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	First Knight Celebration! | MacVittie College Union Plaza and Patio To mark your first night at Geneseo, come celebrate with us on the MacVittie College Union Plaza and Patio! Mingle with new friends, try different local foods, dance along to some tunes or enjoy novelties! Events are sponsored by the Department of Student Life, Division of Student and Campus Life, Undergraduate Alumni Association (UAA), and Campus Scheduling and Events.

 

Wednesday, August 20

Time	Event & Location
Student Services Hours	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:30pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor)
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.	Breakfast in the Dining Halls! | Mary Jemison (MJ) Dining or Red Jacket (RJ) Dining Hall Head down to Mary Jemison or Red Jacket (whichever is closest to you!) and grab breakfast! Once you’re done eating, head back to your floor for your New Student Community Meeting!
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	New Student Community Meeting | Residence Halls  Mandatory for on-campus students. Sharing a home can be really hard! In this session, you'll get together with your floor or your living-learning community to develop a community pledge and then create a roommate agreement to lay the foundation for an open and honest relationship with your peers. Residence Hall rules, procedures, and discussions about living independently will also occur during this meeting.
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.	Welcome to Geneseo! | Wilson Ice Arena (*LOCATION CHANGE) We are thrilled to welcome you to the Geneseo community! Hear from some of our campus leaders as they share advice and encouragement for the start of your Geneseo experience. Students will be dismissed by OL groups at the conclusion of the welcome.
10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.	Orientation Group Time | College Stadium Meet your Orientation group for the first time! For forty-five minutes, you will spend time meeting your new peers and learning more about Geneseo!
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Lunch in Your Orientation Groups | Mary Jemison Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Enjoy lunch with the members of your orientation group at one of our dining halls! Meal plan, retail dollars and credit cards are accepted. Students will be assigned lunch times based upon their orientation group. Campus Tours | Various Locations Grab your schedules and prepare for an in-depth tour of campus! We will help you locate your classrooms to prepare for your first week of classes, identify study spots and locate your advisor’s office! Be sure to bring the name of your advisor and where their office is located!   *Between 11:30am-2:00pm, lunch and campus tours will run concurrently. Students will be assigned lunch times based upon their orientation group.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Orientation Group Time | Orientation Group Locations You’re more than halfway done with your first full day on campus! Let’s check in with each other and discuss what it means to belong in a new environment. Through guided conversation, you'll reflect on your own experiences, hear from others, and discover ways to get involved on campus to build connections and community.
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Design Your Geneseo Experience: Finding Belonging and Ways to Get Involved | Newton Hall One of the main goals of Orientation involves learning more about resources and discovering new experiences. This session will operate on a rotation schedule of two 25- minute sessions. Students will have the choice to attend two sessions that address their needs and interests, thus tailoring your experience. Advising Drop-In Hours | Newton Hall Have questions about your schedule? Looking to change your major? Stop by the table for the Office of Advising Drop In Hours in Newton Hall to speak with an advisor!
4:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Trips To Town! | MacVittie College Union Loop Have any last minute errands to run? Need more snacks for your room? Forget a phone charger? During this time, a shuttle service will run continuously between Walmart and Wegmans, making regular loops for your convenience. Pick up and drop off is at the MacVittie College Union Loop.
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Affinity Group MeetUps | Various Locations At Geneseo, we embrace and celebrate different cultures, identities and traditions. As a day that focuses on belonging, it’s important to provide spaces for individuals who share a common identity as members of a marginalized group. Be sure to check out the meetups happening in the Multicultural Center, LGBTQ+ Lounge, the ISSS office and Erwin Lobby (First Generation Students) Multicultural Center: Off the Sturges Quad LGBTQ+ Lounge: 3rd floor of the College Union International Student Scholar Services (ISSS) : Erwin 217 Transfer Students: MCU Ballroom Jewish Student Life: Fireside Lounge, College Union 3rd Floor Library Tour | Milne Library Come learn more about all the new features of Milne Library! Orientation leaders will be offering library tours. Meet in front of Milne Library! Tours will leave at 4:10pm, 4:20pm and 4:30pm. Free Time It’s been a long day! Take a break and head back to your room, or hang out in one of the Union lounges!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner in Orientation Groups | Red Jacket Dining Hall and Letchworth Dining Hall Enjoy dinner with the members of your Orientation group at one of our dining halls! Meal plan, retail dollars and credit cards are accepted. Be sure to check the schedule as orientation groups will be assigned a specific dining hall for dinner.
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.	Free Money Game Show | MacVittie College Union Ballroom Calling all pop-culture fanatics! Go wild in a “Name That Tune” style trivia game covering music, movies and TV. You have the chance to win up to $200 in CASH!

 

Thursday, August 21

Student Services Hours	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:00pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.	Breakfast | Mary Jemison Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Food is the key to sustaining your energy throughout the day ! Be sure to fuel your body with some delicious food from one of our dining halls before the day starts.
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.	Orientation Group Time | Orientation Group Locations Welcome to the second full day of New Student Orientation! We have a fun-filled day planned for each of you. Today is all about setting you up for academic success at Geneseo!
11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.	New Student Convocation | Wadsworth Auditorium and Alice Austin Theatre New Student Convocation marks the College’s official welcome to campus and the start of your career at Geneseo! You will join your peers, along with faculty and staff, for this memorable moment. Location assignment will be based upon orientation group.
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.	New Student Picnic | MacVittie College Union Plaza Join us on the MacVittie College Union Plaza for a fun and laid-back picnic with free food and the chance to meet fellow new students, orientation leaders, faculty, and staff. It’s the perfect way to unwind, make connections, and start feeling at home on campus.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Meet Your Major | Various Locations This is your first opportunity to get to meet faculty from your major department and learn more about your classes! For students who are exploring majors, connect with our staff from the Office of Advising and Career Design Center!
2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Thriving in the Academic Transition | Alice Austin Theatre, Wadsworth Auditorium and Doty Recital Hall College is exciting but it also comes with new challenges. At the beginning of this session, you will hear from the Office of Advising about important academic information. In your orientation groups, you’ll explore the realities of academic life and discuss college-level expectations. You'll also spend time talking about time management strategies and balancing your responsibilities. Walk away with tools to manage your time, take care of yourself, and thrive both in and out of the classroom.
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Language Replacement Exam | Welles 216 As part of their Geneseo Education for a Connected World requirements, students need to demonstrate basic proficiency in the understanding and use of a language other than English, as well as knowledge of the distinctive features of culture(s) associated with the language they are studying. At Geneseo, this is usually done by taking courses 101 and 102 in the same language. It is not always possible to determine the appropriate level for every student based on high school experience alone. The Placement Examination is thus the best way to get into the appropriate language course. Language Placement Examinations are offered at Geneseo in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Russian, and Spanish. Check your email for more information on whether or not you need to take this! Don't forget to bring your laptop with you!
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Advising Drop In Hours | Welles Hall Main Entrance/Lobby Have questions about your schedule? Looking to change your major? Stop by the Office of Advising Drop In Hours to speak with an advisor!
3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	G Photo | College Green An annual tradition, the G Photo is photographic documentation of the start of your journey at Geneseo! Often a photo that is looked back on for years, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to be a part of history. Make your way to Geneseo’s College Green to be a part of this tradition and wear your blue and white!
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Free Time We hope you had a great day! Use this time to reflect on your second day of orientation, preparing for the start of classes or resting in your room!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner In Your Orientation Group | Letchworth Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Enjoy dinner with the members of your Orientation group at one of our dining halls! Be sure to check the schedule as orientation groups will be assigned a specific dining hall for dinner.
8:30 p.m. -11:00 p.m.	Movie Knight | College Stadium (East Field) Join us for a relaxing and entertaining evening at Movie Knight, our orientation week film night designed to help you unwind, meet new friends, and enjoy a great movie under the stars! Whether you come with your new roommate or solo, it's a perfect way to kick back after a big day and start making memories. Come early to enjoy some pizza and snacks on the concourse!

 

Friday, August 22

	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:00pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.	Breakfast | Mary Jemison Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Food is the key to sustaining your energy throughout the day ! Be sure to fuel your body with some delicious food from one of our dining halls before the day starts.
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	Orientation Group Time | Orientation Group Location Welcome to the third full day of New Student Orientation! We have a fun-filled day planned for each of you. Today is all about self-care as a new college student and well-being!
11:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m.	Lunch in Your Orientation Group | Mary Jemison Dining Halls or Red Jacket Dining Hall Enjoy lunch with the members of your Orientation group! Meal plan, retail dollars and credit cards are accepted! Title IX Talks: Health, Safety & Support Services| Wadsworth Auditorium Students will participate in an interactive and engaging format to learn about community responsibility, healthy behaviors, and safe partying. Students will receive information on important policies, resources and support that pertain to Title IX and the student conduct process.  The above sessions will run concurrently. Be sure to check with your orientation leader to determine your schedule for this time block.
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Student Services Fair | Milne Library Multipurpose Room  The Student Services Fair gives you the opportunity to learn more about the student services available to you and meet the individuals who will support you on your journey! Advising Drop In Hours | Erwin Hall 106 Have questions about your schedule? Looking to change your major? Stop by the Office of Advising Drop In Hours to speak with an advisor!
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Choose Your Own Adventure: Wellness Style | Various Locations Self-care means something different for everyone. During this session, you will have an opportunity to engage in different self-care activities around campus based upon your interests. We will also provide spaces for students to relax and meditate. Orientation leaders will provide a list of activities during the morning orientation group session.
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Trips To Town! | MacVittie College Union Loop  Have any last minute errands to run? Need more snacks for your room? Forget a phone charger? During this time, a shuttle service will run continuously between Walmart and Wegmans, making regular loops for your convenience. Pick up and drop off is at the MacVittie College Union Loop. Free Time What a day it’s been! Enjoy some time exploring campus or hanging out with your new friends!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner on Your Own | Red Jacket Dining Hall or Letchworth Dining Hall It’s been a fun day of programming and connecting. Enjoy dinner on your own or with new friends!
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Orientation Leader Talent Show | Wadsworth Auditorium Come see your Orientation Leaders battle it out in Geneseo’s Orientation Leader Talent Show! You will get to watch the OLs perform their best talents for all the new students. Come prepared to cheer on your favorite OL with signs, pom poms, and your voices! The winner of the talent show is in your hands! Make sure you follow @geneseo_orientation to vote on your favorite act!

 

Saturday, August 23

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Brunch | Letchworth or RJ Dining Halls Happy Saturday! You’ve had a busy few days! Enjoy your morning by sleeping in and grabbing some brunch at one of our dining halls.
12:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.	Off-Campus Excursions | Various Locations Check out our off-campus excursions! The trips are first come, first serve so be sure to show up early if you’re interested! Interested students should meet at the MacVittie College Union Bus Loop at least 30 minutes prior to departure. *Be sure to grab brunch before departing campus and bring $1-$2 (Cash) for the bus driver tip. Small snacks will be provided on the bus. Any additional food or souvenir purchases will be the responsibility of the participants. Seneca Park Zoo Seabreeze Amusement Park Aerial Adventure Park-Bristol Mountain
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Pop Up Activities | Various Locations Join your OLs in some pop up activities created and led by the OLs! Information about the various activities will be available closer to the start of the year!
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Kangaroo Farm | Merritt Field Bringing the ‘Roo Ranch to campus! Enjoy visiting and petting Kangaroos, Wallabies, Bearded Dragons, Tortoises, Pentagonian Maras, Armadillos, and African Crested Porcupines! There’s something for everyone!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner | Dining Halls Enjoy dinner with your new friends in the dining halls!

Transfer Student Orientation Schedule

Tuesday, August 19: Welcome!

Time	Activity
Student Services Hours	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Having computer issues? Need help connecting to the internet? Stop by Milne Library today for assistance! Looking to connect via chat? This is a link to the online Service Desk: Visit http://cit.geneseo.edu for hours during the semester. Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Plan on having a car on campus or commuting? Be sure to review the Decals & Permits page! Permits will be available for sale beginning August 1. Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:30pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Got questions? Looking for directions? Not sure where you need to go for a specific session? Visit our Orientation Helpdesk in the College Union Lobby for all your Orientation needs. Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor) Stop by the bookstore to pick up some new Geneseo apparel, rent textbooks and purchase any last minute school supplies! Check out their website for more information: https://geneseo.bncollege.com/
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.	International Student Orientation | Various Locations Welcome international students! We're thrilled to welcome you to Western New York and the beautiful Geneseo community! Join your peers for a specialized orientation program that addresses your needs and familiarizes you with campus resources. For more information, visit the international student orientation page.
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	New Student Move-In | S Lot Welcome to Geneseo! We are so happy you’re here with us. Visit our Fall 2025 Move-In page for more information on when to show up, where to go, and what to bring. See you soon!
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Geneseo Legacy Program Check-In | MacVittie College Union Lobby Geneseo’s Legacy Program celebrates, honors, and acknowledges families who have made attending SUNY Geneseo a family tradition. A legacy student has a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, or cousin who is a Geneseo graduate. We invite Legacy families to stop by our table on move-in day, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 between 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Geneseo’s Legacy Program celebrates, honors, and acknowledges families who have made attending SUNY Geneseo a family tradition. A legacy student has a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, or cousin who is a Geneseo graduate. We invite Legacy families to stop by our table on move-in day, Tuesday, August 19, 2025 between 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. pick-up a Geneseo Legacy pin for your current student grab a voucher for Aunt Cookies (one per family, registration required, valid 8/19/25 only) pose for a Legacy Family snapshot (or submit your photo online) Complete the online legacy form and RSVP to stop by on Tuesday at: geneseo.edu/legacy Parent and Family Mingle | MacVittie College Union Lobby & Patio Calling all parents, families and supporters! Take a break from helping your student move in and join staff from across campus for a quick snack and good conversation (in the air condition!)! You can use this opportunity to connect with faculty and staff and ask any burning questions you might have! It also allows you to meet some familiar faces in-person!
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Letters from Home | MacVittie College Union Lobby Letters from Home gives parents, families and supporters an opportunity to write a letter of love, encouragement and support to their student that will be mailed to them two weeks from today.
4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner on Your Own/Free Time  Move-In can be exhausting! Use these next few hours to settle into your room, grab dinner with your family on Main Street, eat with your new friends in the dining hall, or take a last minute trip to Walmart for room essentials. Dining halls will be open for dinner starting at 5:00 p.m.!  Some of our Main Street favorites are Aunt Cookies and Bar-Eat-O! You can also check out other local eateries here.
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Commuter Welcome | MacVittie College Union CUPS (2nd Floor) The start of our Orientation Program for students commuting from home. Meet other commuter students and get a welcome from the Orientation Leaders.
6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Commuter Student Dinner | Letchworth Dining Hall We hope you enjoyed the Commuter Welcome! Let’s continue the fun with the Commuter Student Dinner with the OLs in the Letchworth dining hall!
7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.	Commuter Student Mingle | Erie Hall Commuter Lounge Let’s keep the fun going! Join us in the Erie Commuter Lounge in Erie Hall for games, trivia and good conversation with other commuter students!
7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.	Community Welcome Meetings | Residence Halls  On-campus students only. Community and belonging are at the forefront of the Geneseo experience. Students will have a chance to connect with others, meet key staff such as Resident Assistants (RA) and Area Coordinator or Residence Directors who will help you get the lay of the land and help start making connections. Commuter students will be assigned a residence hall floor to be with during this meeting to have an on campus home base and connection as well as meet people in your class year. You are welcome and encouraged to continue this connection throughout the year.
7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	First Knight Celebration! | MacVittie College Union Plaza and Patio To mark your first night at Geneseo, come celebrate with us on the MacVittie College Union Plaza and Patio! Mingle with new friends, try different local foods, dance along to some tunes or enjoy novelties! Events are sponsored by the Department of Student Life, Division of Student and Campus Life, Undergraduate Alumni Association (UAA), and Campus Scheduling and Events.

 

Wednesday, August 20

Time	Event & Location
Student Services Hours	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:30pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor)
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.	Breakfast in the Dining Halls! | Mary Jemison (MJ) Dining or Red Jacket (RJ) Dining Hall Head down to Mary Jemison or Red Jacket (whichever is closest to you!) and grab breakfast! Once you’re done eating, head back to your floor for your New Student Community Meeting!
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	New Student Community Meeting | Residence Halls  Mandatory for on-campus students. Sharing a home can be really hard! In this session, you'll get together with your floor or your living-learning community to develop a community pledge and then create a roommate agreement to lay the foundation for an open and honest relationship with your peers. Residence Hall rules, procedures, and discussions about living independently will also occur during this meeting.
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.	Welcome to Geneseo! | Wilson Ice Arena (*LOCATION CHANGE) We are thrilled to welcome you to the Geneseo community! Hear from some of our campus leaders as they share advice and encouragement for the start of your Geneseo experience. Students will be dismissed by OL groups at the conclusion of the welcome.
10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.	Orientation Group Time | College Stadium Meet your Orientation group for the first time! For forty-five minutes, you will spend time meeting your new peers and learning more about Geneseo!
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Lunch in Your Orientation Groups | Mary Jemison Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Enjoy lunch with the members of your orientation group at one of our dining halls! Meal plan, retail dollars and credit cards are accepted. Students will be assigned lunch times based upon their orientation group. Campus Tours | Various Locations Grab your schedules and prepare for an in-depth tour of campus! We will help you locate your classrooms to prepare for your first week of classes, identify study spots and locate your advisor’s office! Be sure to bring the name of your advisor and where their office is located!   *Between 11:30am-2:00pm, lunch and campus tours will run concurrently. Students will be assigned lunch times based upon their orientation group.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Orientation Group Time | Orientation Group Locations You’re more than halfway done with your first full day on campus! Let’s check in with each other and discuss what it means to belong in a new environment. Through guided conversation, you'll reflect on your own experiences, hear from others, and discover ways to get involved on campus to build connections and community.
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Design Your Geneseo Experience: Finding Belonging and Ways to Get Involved | Newton Hall One of the main goals of Orientation involves learning more about resources and discovering new experiences. This session will operate on a rotation schedule of two 25- minute sessions. Students will have the choice to attend two sessions that address their needs and interests, thus tailoring your experience. Advising Drop-In Hours | Newton Hall Have questions about your schedule? Looking to change your major? Stop by the table for the Office of Advising Drop In Hours in Newton Hall to speak with an advisor!
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Affinity Group MeetUps | Various Locations At Geneseo, we embrace and celebrate different cultures, identities and traditions. As a day that focuses on belonging, it’s important to provide spaces for individuals who share a common identity as members of a marginalized group. Be sure to check out the meetups happening in the Multicultural Center, LGBTQ+ Lounge, the ISSS office and Erwin Lobby (First Generation Students) Multicultural Center: Off the Sturges Quad LGBTQ+ Lounge: 2nd floor of the College Union International Student Scholar Services (ISSS) : Erwin 217 Transfer Students: MCU Ballroom Jewish Student Life: Fireside Lounge, College Union 3rd Floor Library Tour | Milne Library Come learn more about all the new features of Milne Library! Orientation leaders will be offering library tours. Meet in front of Milne Library! Tours will leave at 4:10pm, 4:20pm and 4:30pm. Free Time It’s been a long day! Take a break and head back to your room, or hang out in one of the Union lounges!
4:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Trips To Town! | MacVittie College Union Loop Have any last minute errands to run? Need more snacks for your room? Forget a phone charger? During this time, a shuttle service will run continuously between Walmart and Wegmans, making regular loops for your convenience. Pick up and drop off is at the MacVittie College Union Loop.
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner in Orientation Groups | Red Jacket Dining Hall and Letchworth Dining Hall Enjoy dinner with the members of your Orientation group at one of our dining halls! Meal plan, retail dollars and credit cards are accepted. Be sure to check the schedule as orientation groups will be assigned a specific dining hall for dinner.
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.	Free Money Game Show | MacVittie College Union Ballroom Calling all pop-culture fanatics! Go wild in a “Name That Tune” style trivia game covering music, movies and TV. You have the chance to win up to $200 in CASH!

 

Thursday, August 21

Student Services Hours	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:00pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.	Breakfast | Mary Jemison Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Food is the key to sustaining your energy throughout the day ! Be sure to fuel your body with some delicious food from one of our dining halls before the day starts.
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.	Transferring Academic Success | Orientation Group Locations Welcome to the second full day of New Student Orientation! We have a fun-filled day planned for each of you. Today is all about setting you up for academic success as a transfer student at Geneseo!
11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.	New Student Convocation | Wadsworth Auditorium and Alice Austin Theatre New Student Convocation marks the College’s official welcome to campus and the start of your career at Geneseo! You will join your peers, along with faculty and staff, for this memorable moment. Location assignment will be based upon orientation group.
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.	New Student Picnic | MacVittie College Union Plaza Join us on the MacVittie College Union Plaza for a fun and laid-back picnic with free food and the chance to meet fellow new students, orientation leaders, faculty, and staff. It’s the perfect way to unwind, make connections, and start feeling at home on campus.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Meet Your Major | Various Locations This is your first opportunity to get to meet faculty from your major department and learn more about your classes! For students who are exploring majors, connect with our staff from the Office of Advising and Career Design Center!
2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Thriving in the Transfer Transition | Doty Recital Hall Welcome to your new academic home! A new institution can be exciting but also challenging as you navigate not only a new campus, but new expectations. This session is designed specifically for transfer students to help you successfully navigate your transition into Geneseo academics. We’ll discuss academic resources, expectations, and opportunities available to support your success. Whether you're coming from a community college or another four-year institution, this session will equip you with the tools to thrive academically and personally in your new environment.
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Language Replacement Exam | Welles 216 As part of their Geneseo Education for a Connected World requirements, students need to demonstrate basic proficiency in the understanding and use of a language other than English, as well as knowledge of the distinctive features of culture(s) associated with the language they are studying. At Geneseo, this is usually done by taking courses 101 and 102 in the same language. It is not always possible to determine the appropriate level for every student based on high school experience alone. The Placement Examination is thus the best way to get into the appropriate language course. Language Placement Examinations are offered at Geneseo in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Russian, and Spanish. Check your email for more information on whether or not you need to take this! Advising Drop In Hours | Welles Hall Main Entrance/Lobby Have questions about your schedule? Looking to change your major? Stop by the Office of Advising Drop In Hours to speak with an advisor!
3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	G Photo | College Green An annual tradition, the G Photo is photographic documentation of the start of your journey at Geneseo! Often a photo that is looked back on for years, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to be a part of history. Make your way to Geneseo’s College Green to be a part of this tradition and wear your blue and white!
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Free Time We hope you had a great day! Use this time to reflect on your second day of orientation, preparing for the start of classes or resting in your room!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner In Your Orientation Group | Letchworth Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Enjoy dinner with the members of your Orientation group at one of our dining halls! Be sure to check the schedule as orientation groups will be assigned a specific dining hall for dinner.
8:30 p.m. -11:00 p.m.	Movie Knight | College Stadium (East Field) Join us for a relaxing and entertaining evening at Movie Knight, our orientation week film night designed to help you unwind, meet new friends, and enjoy a great movie under the stars! Whether you come with your new roommate or solo, it's a perfect way to kick back after a big day and start making memories. Come early to enjoy some pizza and snacks on the concourse!

 

Friday, August 22

	CIT Helpdesk | 8:00am-4:00pm | Milne Library Parking | 8:00am-4:00pm | Schrader Hall Room 19 Orientation Helpdesk | 9:00am-8:00pm | MacVittie College Union Lobby Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore | 9:00am-4:00pm | MacVittie College Union (2nd Floor)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.	Breakfast | Mary Jemison Dining Hall or Red Jacket Dining Hall Food is the key to sustaining your energy throughout the day ! Be sure to fuel your body with some delicious food from one of our dining halls before the day starts.
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	Orientation Group Time | Orientation Group Location Welcome to the third full day of New Student Orientation! We have a fun-filled day planned for each of you. Today is all about self-care as a new college student and well-being!
11:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m.	Lunch in Your Orientation Group | Mary Jemison Dining Halls or Red Jacket Dining Hall Enjoy lunch with the members of your Orientation group! Meal plan, retail dollars and credit cards are accepted! Title IX Talks: Health, Safety & Support Services| Wadsworth Auditorium Students will participate in an interactive and engaging format to learn about community responsibility, healthy behaviors, and safe partying. Students will receive information on important policies, resources and support that pertain to Title IX and the student conduct process.  The above sessions will run concurrently. Be sure to check with your orientation leader to determine your schedule for this time block.
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Student Services Fair | Milne Library Multipurpose Room  The Student Services Fair gives you the opportunity to learn more about the student services available to you and meet the individuals who will support you on your journey! Advising Drop In Hours | Erwin Hall 106 Have questions about your schedule? Looking to change your major? Stop by the Office of Advising Drop In Hours to speak with an advisor!
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Choose Your Own Adventure: Wellness Style | Various Locations Self-care means something different for everyone. During this session, you will have an opportunity to engage in different self-care activities around campus based upon your interests. We will also provide spaces for students to relax and meditate. Orientation leaders will provide a list of activities during the morning orientation group session.
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Trips To Town! | MacVittie College Union Loop Have any last minute errands to run? Need more snacks for your room? Forget a phone charger? During this time, a shuttle service will run continuously between Walmart and Wegmans, making regular loops for your convenience. Pick up and drop off is at the MacVittie College Union Loop. Free Time What a day it’s been! Enjoy some time exploring campus or hanging out with your new friends!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner on Your Own | Red Jacket Dining Hall or Letchworth Dining Hall It’s been a fun day of programming and connecting. Enjoy dinner on your own or with new friends!
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Orientation Leader Talent Show | Wadsworth Auditorium Come see your Orientation Leaders battle it out in Geneseo’s Orientation Leader Talent Show! You will get to watch the OLs perform their best talents for all the new students. Come prepared to cheer on your favorite OL with signs, pom poms, and your voices! The winner of the talent show is in your hands! Make sure you follow @geneseo_orientation to vote on your favorite act!

 

Saturday, August 23

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Brunch | Letchworth or RJ Dining Halls Happy Saturday! You’ve had a busy few days! Enjoy your morning by sleeping in and grabbing some brunch at one of our dining halls.
12:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.	Off-Campus Excursions | Various Locations Check out our off-campus excursions! The trips are first come, first serve so be sure to show up early if you’re interested! Interested students should meet at the MacVittie College Union Bus Loop at least 30 minutes prior to departure. *Be sure to grab brunch before departing campus and bring $1-$2 (Cash) for the bus driver tip. Small snacks will be provided on the bus. Any additional food or souvenir purchases will be the responsibility of the participants. Seneca Park Zoo Darien Lake Aerial Adventure Park-Bristol Mountain
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Pop Up Activities | Various Locations Join your OLs in some pop up activities created and led by the OLs! Information about the various activities will be available closer to the start of the year!
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Kangaroo Farm | Merritt Field Bringing the ‘Roo Ranch to campus! Enjoy visiting and petting Kangaroos, Wallabies, Bearded Dragons, Tortoises, Pentagonian Maras, Armadillos, and African Crested Porcupines! There’s something for everyone!
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Dinner | Dining Halls Enjoy dinner with your new friends in the dining halls!