New Student Orientation is a key component to assisting you with your transition to University Life!

At Ashland University, Orientation is a two-part process which includes attending a Summer Drive-In Program and Orientation Weekend.

During the summer, incoming freshmen are also required to complete the online English Composition Assessment.  Once an Academic Advisor has completed your Fall 2008 class schedule, you will receive a letter with your AU email address (username and password) and you will then be prompted with instructions for completing your online English Composition Assessment.

Students who have already earned credit for ENG 101 as a transfer or post-secondary credit are waived from taking the assessment. 

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Part 1 - Summer Drive-In Program

Drive into town for a one-day program that will help prepare you for fall semester. You will have the opportunity to take care of business and ask faculty, staff, and upper class students questions. All students will also be given a copy of their Fall Class Schedule providing all of their online enrollment forms (pre-registration, financial aid, housing) are completed.

During your Summer Drive-In you will:

•  Attend Information Sessions that will include:

                     * A welcome from Dr. Finks, AU President   

                     * Understanding Your Schedule & Core Curriculum

                     * Taking Care of Business

                     * The Other Classroom 

                     * Academic Department and Deans Meetings

• Enjoy lunch with the Orientation Team (O-Teamers)
• Learn what it's like to be an AU student through O-Team Skits         
• Participate in a JAM (Just Ask Me) Team                                                    
• Take care of Business at the Information Fair:                                             
• Have your picture taken for your AU Eagle Card I. D.
• Take a Residence Hall or Commuter Student Tour
• Ask Questions!

To register for a summer Drive-In, visit http://www.exploreashland.com/forms.html and log in to complete your enrollment forms at the bottom of the page.

2008 Summer Drive-In Dates

Monday, June 23rd *** Thursday, June 26th ***Tuesday, July 8th

Friday, July 11th *** Monday, August 4th

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Part 2 - Orientation Weekend

During Orientation Weekend you will move into your resident hall and we will help you make Ashland your home away from home.  With activities and programs throughout the weekend, Orientation Weekend will give you an opportunity to connect with your peers to build relationships and help you become acclimated with the campus.

During Orientation Weekend, you will:

• Move into your Residence Hall if living on campus
• Purchase or pickup textbooks reservations
• Attend the Commuter Student Welcome for those commuting
• Attend your New Student Class Meeting (IUL 101 or HON 101)
• Meet Your O-Teamer
• Attend Residence Life, CAB and Commuter Student Activities
• Attend Five Stones Community Church Service (optional)
• AU GIVS (Community Service Project)
• Attend Special Interest Sessions
• Get a personalized campus tour and find your classroom locations
• Attend your Academic Department Meeting & meet faculty in your major
• Attend the KickOff Picnic and Involvement Fair

Mark Your Calendar - Orientation Weekend is

Saturday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 24th