Join us Thursday, June 27th - Friday June 28, 2024!

We’re throwing open our doors to you with a full slate of high-energy activities and events for students and their families to enjoy an early opportunity to become more acclimated with Saint Joe’s! New Student Orientation (aka “NSO”) welcomes you to living and learning at Saint Joe’s. We want to give you a sense of how our community will feel now that you’re in it.

New Student Orientation June 2023

Check back in April to register to join us Thursday, June 27th - Friday June 28, 2024!

NSO is for students and their families. During the day-and-a-half program, incoming students (first-year and transfer students) will be welcomed by upper-class student Orientation Leaders and College staff and faculty focused on guiding our students’ transition to SJC. Students are invited to stay overnight on-campus. Family members are invited to attend during the day; both days; and will attend sessions designed just for them.

Orientation Leaders:

  • Serve as resources for incoming students through Orientation, Welcome Weekend, and beyond.

  • Are excited to meet you —the newest members of the Monk Community!

  • Will make you feel welcomed to campus.

Please be sure to sign up by the middle of May so we can plan for your arrival. Once you confirm your attendance, we will begin to share the NSO schedule and other important information to get you ready to start classes in August!

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Group of new students gather by the basketball court

Schedule of Events

A final schedule will be shared in late May. The student schedule will begin at 8:30 AM on Day 1 (Thursday, June 27th) and continue into the late night! NSO will wrap-up on Friday, June 28th after our student and family members luncheon.

For questions specifically about NSO, please email orientation@sjcme.edu.

Suggested Items to Bring to NSO

  • Toiletries + personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, soap, shampoo, deodorant)
  • Hair-styling tools
  • Shower shoes
  • Towel and washcloth
  • Water bottle
  • Twin sheet set, pillow, blanket
  • Pajamas
  • Change of clothes for day 2 of NSO
  • Phone charger
  • Sneakers
  • Bathing suit
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay to go to NSO?

Nope! Attending NSO is completely free.

Do all new students attend NSO?

Yes, all new students are expected! Be sure to sign up for the session that works best for you and your family! At NSO you will meet new students just like you, confirm your class schedule, and get a glimpse at what your time will look like as a Monk! You will also have the chance to speak with staff from various offices (such as Residential Living and Dining Services) and handle other logistics like submitting your photo for your Student ID!

If there are extenuating circumstances preventing you to attend NSO, we can schedule a special visit for you with our New Student Orientation Coordinator.

My sister would like to tag along. Is that okay?

You can absolutely bring a sibling to NSO! We would welcome you and your families to join us for all the fun activities we will have going on. Your families are also part of Monk Nation!

Can I bring a friend with me to NSO?

At this time, we are only asking for students and their families to join us at NSO, as we have a particular programming track for students and their families. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet new Monks, just like you!

Do I need to bring bedding to NSO?

Yes, please bring your own pillow, regular twin sized sheets, and a blanket.

Can I stay overnight during NSO if I plan to commute to campus in the fall?

Yes! We welcome the opportunity to help you meet friends and become more familiar with campus.

When can I pick my roommate for the school year?

If you would like to choose a roommate for the academic year, you can do so at NSO! You will be given a form to request a specific roommate. Please note, in order to be paired with a roommate, both you and your desired roommate must request to live with each other.

Is it okay if I do not choose a roommate?

Absolutely! At NSO, students will have the opportunity to fill out a survey from the Residential Living Office about their preferences and interests and this information will be used by their office to make housing and roommate assignments.

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Campus Store

It’s time to show the world that you are proud to be a Monk! Be sure to purchase a t-shirt, sweatshirt, sweatpants, mug, bumper sticker - you name it! All bookstore purchases must be made online prior to NSO and can be picked up during NSO from the Alfond Center Store.

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Hotel Discounts for Parents

Looking to connect with other new students at SJC, learn about our campus resources, and gain tips and tricks for starting your academics at SJC? Follow us on Instagram to learn more!

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If you have questions regarding this event please email us at orientation@sjcme.edu.