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Fall 2026

New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation (NSO) Week — August 11-17, 2026

We are looking forward to welcoming our incoming students for the 2026-2027 academic year!  The start of the 2026 Fall semester is right around the corner!

Residence Halls will open for the Fall Semester on August 11-13 from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
NSO Week Major Events and Activities
  • NSO Leader Match Up
  • Campus Tours
  • Golden Tiger 101
  • Fashion Show
  • Line Dance Class
  • University Chants
  • New Student Ball
  • Rites of Passage Ceremony
  • Mister ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Talk
  • Miss ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Tea
  • ...and more!
Move-in Dates
Arrival
Freshmen Essentials
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Find your move-in date below

Three NSO leaders waving  
August 11—Incoming Students Last Name: A-M
   
August 12—Incoming Students Last Name: N-Z
   
August 13—All Returning Students

   

            

       

Arrival and Unloading Instructions

  1. Student carrying items on move-in dayVisit the Residence Life and Housing webpage and review our checklist for a list of items to bring and not to bring (Located under Resident Information).
  2. Make sure the boxes you pack are light and easy to carry.
  3. Use your storage bins and packing boxes.
  4. Focus on the necessities. Pack only what you need or what you cannot buy once you arrive to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï.  

   

      

      

Here's a List of What to Bring

  • Student greeters at the Chapel doorPortable Fan
  • Sunscreen
  • Deodorant 
  • Medicine (Cold, Allergy, Prescription, and etc.)
  • Bug Spray
  • Hat
  • Blanket
  • Rain Gear: Poncho/Jacket, Umbrella, and Rain Boots 
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Business Attire for Career Fairs, Meetings, Interviews, Rites of Passage, and etc. 
  • Formal Wear (at least 2 items) 
  • Rites of Passage (August 16)- Black and White Business Attire 

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