Orientation is a series of transitional events in which new students learn how to navigate academic expectations, processes, and University support services. Orientation will also help you explore Appalachian's social and co-curricular opportunities to make a smooth transition to campus. All new students, both freshmen and transfer students, are required to attend Orientation.
Spring Orientation Sessions
Tuesday, January 5, 2010 (for Transfer students)
Parents and students will check-in for Orientation at Farthing Auditorium between 8:00 and 9:00am. Orientation parking is provided in the Stadium Parking lot or Rivers Street Parking Deck.
Wednesday/Thursday, January 6 & 7, 2010 (for Freshmen
Parents and students will check-in for Orientation at Farthing Auditorium between 8:30 and 9:45am. Orientation parking is provided in the Stadium Parking lot or Rivers Street Parking Deck.
How to Register
After you send in your non-refundable advance payment, Appalachian will e-mail you a confirmation of your payment and information about registering for your Orientation session. Follow the instructions provided; you'll be directed to an online registration form. Parents are invited to register for a Parent Orientation session to occur on the same dates as your session.
Have Your Plans Changed?
Please let us know if your plans to attend Appalachian have changed by emailing the Office of Admissions at admissions@appstate.edu.
Orientation Welcome Activities
During your first week at Appalachian, you will be introduced to the co-curricular and social experiences that will enhance your education at Appalachian. Our goals for these days are for you to become more comfortable at Appalachian, to make new friends, to have fun, and to start weaving yourself into the fabric of student life at Appalachian. A tentative schedule of activities will be posted soon.
Parent Orientation
Parents are invited (but not required) to attend Parent Orientation which is held at the same time as their student's orientation program. These sessions are especially designed for parents and cover topics from residence halls to academics to campus life. Registration is required.
Immunization Records
Please also note that before attending classes, all Appalachian students must submit a Report of Medical History and Immunization Record Form as required by University Policy and North Carolina law. If you have not yet submitted this form you will have time to complete this enrollment step at Orientation.
