- 9:15 AM45mCheck-InSign in and receive your personalized information packet - Students will receive their name badge, UNG Tranguid, and have their orientation hold removed at this station. Verify student Banner access - This step ensures you are active in the Nighthawk Registration system and will not experience any difficulty with schedule changes later today. Get your Nighthawks Card - You will complete the necessary paperwork to receive your Nighthawks Card. Register your Vehicle - Make sure you have registered your vehicle online.
- 10:00 AM15mWelcome to UNG and Schedule OverviewPresenter: Orientation and Transition Programs
- 10:15 AM15mBeginning the JourneyWelcome to the Nighthawk family! During this session parents and guests will receive a welcome form the Dean of Students and learn more about the structure and flow of the orientation day. Facilitated by: Dean of Students
- 10:30 AM35mUNG Services: Just the BasicsLearn the basic day-to-day information your student needs for enrolling at UNG. This session will provide information regarding off-campus housing options, dining and food services, purchasing textbooks, campus parking and transportation, UNG Nighthawks cards, as well as information regarding campus safety. Facilitated by: Auxiliary Services, Bookstore, Card Services, Dean of Students, UNG Police
- 11:05 AM35mFinancial Aid and Business Office OverviewDo you have questions about your student’s bill? This session will cover all information regarding tuition and fee due dates, payment plans, and how your student can receive assistance from Financial Aid. Facilitated by: Business Office and Financial Aid Office
- 11:40 AM10mTechnology SnapshotYour student has an abundance of technology resources available to them at UNG. This short session will introduce these technological resources and how your student can utilize them for success. Presenter: Orientation and Transition Programs
- 11:50 AM1hLunch with New Student Orientation
- 12:50 PM40mAcademic Support ServicesThere are various academic policies of which your student needs to be aware. This session will provide you with an overview of the academic policies that guide your student’s college experience. Facilitated by: Registrar’s Office
- 1:30 PM40mAcademic Advising and the Core CurriculumYour student’s academic advisor is integral to their UNG experience. Learn how this role helps support your student, and the mandatory core curriculum requirements your student must complete. Facilitated by: Academic Advising
- 2:10 PM10mBreak
- 2:20 PM40mMaking the Transition & Next StepsCollege is a time of transition for both students and families. This session will provide an overview of some common challenges students and families encounter when transitioning from high school to college. Facilitated by: Alyson Paul, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
- 3:00 PM10mBreak
- 3:10 PM30mAcademic Support Services PanelWork smarter, not harder! Learn about the different academic support services available to help your students master their first semester and beyond. Facilitated by: Academic Coaching, Career Services, Counseling Services, Dean of Students Office, Library Services, Student Disability Services, Student Health Services, Supplemental Instruction, Testing Services, Tutoring Services
- 3:40 PM40mConnecting onm Campus PanelStudent involvement supports learning. During this session you will hear from various departments about different ways your student can enrich their education. Facilitated by: Campus Recreation and Wellness, Center for Global Engagement, Center for Undergraduate Research and Activities, College Assistance Migrant Program, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Nighthawk Navigators Peer Mentoring Program, Multicultural Student Affairs, Music Department, Student Involvement, Student Leadership Programs
- 4:20 PM10mNext StepWhat’s after orientation? Learn about your student’s next steps and what items need to be completed before their first days of classes. Facilitated by: Orientation and Transition Programs
- 4:30 PM30mNew Student Orientation CheckoutFinish your Orientation Day here: have your class schedule(s) reviewed, complete your student ID paperwork, get food, and get your questions answered. All students must check out with our staff after course registration. Presenter: Orientation and Transition Programs
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