We’re so excited to officially welcome you to campus and kick off your journey as a Mountaineer! Our four-day, in-person New Student Orientation is designed to set you up for success in your new home, both academically and socially.
During Orientation, you’ll rotate through four core blocks of programming:
Headwaters 100 service learning project
Introduction to academic resources and expectations
“Life at Western” sessions to explore the social and personal aspects of college life
Community trips to discover the Gunnison Valley
You’ll also enjoy a Welcome Barbecue and a variety of evening events hosted by student clubs and organizations — a great chance to meet your peers and start building your Mountaineer community.
This program is required for all first-time students under the age of 21 when fall classes begin. If you’re 21 or older, you can choose between this program or the Transfer & Nontraditional Student Orientation. An EPIC Mentor or Orientation staff member will reach out to help you decide.
Upon class registration, a $300 Orientation fee will be applied to your student account. This fee covers all programming, meals, evening events, materials, and campus activities during Orientation.