New Student Orientation

This one day event is required for all new students who are attending campus based programs (freshmen, transfer and dual enrollment). By participating in New Student Orientation, you will have a chance to get answers to all your questions about academics and campus life, safety and community standards, health and wellness resources, as well as it what it means to belong to the Reinhardt Family.

Sessions will be offered to all students who have submitted the tuition deposit and are scheduled in June, July and August for the fall semester start term. If you are a spring semester start term student, sessions are offered in January. Do not wait to register for the event as these sessions fill up quickly!

• Plan for this session as an all day event, 9am-5pm, and the schedule will be sent to your email address prior to the event.
• Students who have been admitted to the university, and submitted the tuition deposit, will receive an email invitation to register for the event. Invitations are sent to the personal email address listed on your Reinhardt application and we encourage you to include your parents, family members, and/or legal guardians as your guests.
• Once your event registration has been received, a confirmation email will be sent to the student.

Please note: If you need to make changes to the scheduled SOAR date, please contact the office of admissions.

After you have logged into your Reinhardt account , using the credentials emailed to you, the Flight School course will be listed in the Canvas platform. If you have not received credentials for login, please contact the office of admissions. If you have received credentials, but not able to login, please Reinhardt Help Desk at helpdesk@reinhardt.edu.

• This self-paced, online course should be completed prior to your arrival to campus for the start of the semester.
• The course covers important information on campus policies, procedures, resources and support services.

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After you have registered for NSO, your advisor will schedule a time to meet with you by phone, or virtually.

• Your advisor will discuss class options and provide the class schedule information you’ll need for your NSO event.
• Advisement continues throughout your Reinhardt journey so this is a great time to discuss future plans, career options and how to get academically connected to Reinhardt.
• Once you have meet with your advisor, you will be cleared to register for your first semester classes.

The SOAR event helps you and your family get through the next steps toward your college journey:

• Register for classes in based on the advisement session you had before your arrival.
• Learn the next steps and requirements with the student health center, residential living and/or commuter requirements.
• Meet your fellow classmates coming to Reinhardt.
• Discover how our Reinhardt community and resources will support you on campus.
• Meet your school dean, faculty and other community members who are here to help you thrive.
• Our exceptional orientation leaders will be at the event to guide you along the way to get you connected to our community.

Flight Ready signifies Move-in day for residents and commuter student check-in. The schedule for the Flight Ready event will be emailed to each student and includes the offices students are required to visit. You will sign up for a designated time to arrive on campus and be directed to the space on campus according to your Flight Ready status report.

• Students are sent weekly updates on the steps that are missing in the process to attend Reinhardt. This is the status report.
• Students and families may be required to visit any one, or all, of our university offices to ensure the student is ready to begin the semester, including:
  • Financial Aid
  • Business Office
  • Housing
  • Student Health (immunizations)
  • Office of Admission
  • Academic Deans for advisement

All incoming freshmen for campus based programs must attend Eagle Bound activities. Whether you are going to live on campus, or commute to campus, these fun and engaging activities are designed to immerse you into campus life. You’ll meet new people, make new friends, and find new connections.

• Students must attend a SOAR session and complete the online Flight School prior to attending these events.
• The schedule of events will be emailed to each student.
• Activities begin the first week of class and end with the New Student Induction ceremony that you don’t want to miss!

Learning Outcomes – New Student Orientation for Students:

• Meaningful connections with at least one faculty member
• An identity with one academic division or program
• Meaningful connections with at least one peer group
• Increased level of commitment to Reinhardt
• Increased awareness of academic and student life resources

Learning Outcomes – New Student Orientation for Parents and Guests:

• Understand the academic and social expectations of their students at Reinhardt University
• Contribute to their student’s success and support their education by becoming involved at Reinhardt University
• Develop a connection to the Reinhardt community through interacting with fellow parents, administration, faculty, staff, and student leaders
• Become aware of campus resources, services and programs
• Inform parents and guests about the history, traditions, campus cultures, and engagement opportunities to facilitate identification with and integration into the institution

Learning Outcomes – Orientation Leaders

• Demonstrate knowledge on how to appropriately access campus information and resources, especially those that ease new student transitions and effectively communicate this information to NSO participants
• Develop positive relationships with program participants, peers, faculty, and staff in order to establish a safe, inclusive and supportive community
• Develop an understanding of the transitions and changes associated with the collegiate experience and an ability to convey that information to new students and their family members
• Develop problem solving, conflict management, and organizational skills in relation to effectively managing events and interpersonal issues
• Gain an understanding and appreciation of Reinhardt University’s history and traditions and portray spirit and pride in Reinhardt to program participants