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New Student Orientation

WELCOME BLUE HOSE!

New Student Orientation

WELCOME BLUE HOSE!

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New Student Orientation Making Memories From Day One

New Student Orientation (NSO) provides meaningful programs and opportunities to support the transition and engagement of new students and their families to the academic, cultural, and social environment of Presbyterian College. NSO will take place Thursday to Sunday.

Presbyterian College students making a splash with a water slide during orientation week.

9:00am – 12:00pm

This one-stop check in will include opportunities to take care of important business with many campus offices. You will receive your Student ID and room key! Students must check in when they arrive on campus.


3:00pm

Get to know key Department of Athletics staff members and learn more about the expectations of being a Blue Hose student-athlete.


5:30 – 6:30pm

Kick off your PC experience by getting to know your Orientation Leader and taking part in one of our favorite traditions – the Honor Code signing.


8:00pm

Residential Students are required to meet their RA and learn about community at PC.


8:30pm

End move-in day with a debrief with your Orientation Leader.


9:00pm

Bring a friend and enjoy ice cream sundaes, Nintendo Switch on the big screen, pinball machines, and open gym time!

*Family & guests are invited to participate in these sessions.

10:00am

Start the second day off right with a fun and energizing session hosted by Orientation Leaders.


10:30 – 11:30am

Students will put their Constructive Conversation modules to practice in their Orientation groups. All students are required to complete the accompanying modules prior to move-in.


11:30am – 1:00pm

Hear from Dining Services and learn how to maximize your meal plan at all of the dining options on campus. Then have lunch with your Orientation group.


2:00 – 4:00pm

Classes are right around the corner! Learn about student success resources and opportunities from Career and Professional Development, Justice & Community Wellbeing, Accessible Education, and Campus Police.


5:00pm


7:00pm – 9:00pm

Another classic PC tradition! Spend time with President Gustafson and enjoy sweet treats. Students will attend with their groups at a designated time. Dress code is snappy casual.

10:00am – 12:00pm

Get familiar with key campus locations and offices for a chance to enter into a prize drawing. Meet at the Springs Student Center porch at 10 in the morning for details to schedule advisor meetings or meet with other campus offices as needed.


1:00 – 3:00pm

Take part in a PC tradition and tie-dye a t-shirt!


4:00 – 6:00pm

Play pickleball with your friends on the newly renovated Calloway Courts.


6:00pm

Bring your rally towels, learn the PC fight song, and cheer on the Blue Hose!


9:00pm

Feeling lucky? Try your hand at some late night Bingo for awesome prizes.

2:00 – 4:30pm

Join Student Volunteer Services in a PC tradition by volunteering to pack meals for Rise Against Hunger. Rise Against Hunger is a global movement to end hunger by empowering communities, nourishing lives, and responding to emergencies.

2:00 – 3:15 p.m. | Groups 1 – 8 (Meet at Springs at 1:40pm)
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Groups 9 – 15 (Meet at Springs at 3:10pm)


7:00pm

10:00am – 3:00pm


10:00am – 12:45pm

Learn about organizations, departments, and leadership on campus. Attend at least three sessions to be entered for a grand prize!

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

  • Greek Life – Kuhne Auditorium
  • Student Activities Board – Neville 121
  • Counseling Services – Neville 122

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

  • Student Employment – Kuhne Auditorium
  • Student Volunteer Services – Neville 121
  • Career and Professional Development – Neville 122

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

  • Student Government Association – Kuhne Auditorium
  • Financial Aid – Neville 121
  • Campus Recreation – Neville 122

2:00pm

Learn what you need to know about receiving accommodations in college with a visit to the newly renovated Justice & Community Wellbeing space.


9:00 – 11:00pm

Celebrate moving in and the beginning of the fall semester at this beloved PC tradition! Join fellow Blue Hose for music, food, t-shirts, and drinks at this annual event that kicks off every academic year.

Check Out Last Year’s Move-in Albums

Move-In 2024
2024 Connect2PC
2024 Welcome Week
2024 Rise Against Hunger

Questions? Contact

Student Involvement
involvement@presby.edu
864-833-8554