Yes! All first-year students must attend an Orientation session. Transfer students under age 24 are required to attend.

Yes, the sessions throughout the day are created to build upon one another and to ultimately give students a good foundation for their start at BW.

It is not required to have a parent or family member attend, but there is programming specific for families during Orientation which will help them learn more about what their student will experience at BW.

Any guest you bring needs to be registered as a guest. They will not be with you during much of the day.

You will spend most of the day in your assigned color group, so there will be lots of times that you aren't together.

Check-in begins at 9:15 am and the day ends with Ask & Explore opportunities between 3:00-4:00 pm.

A refillable water bottle and your phone with BW credentials and password. Dress for time both indoors and out. If you are a student-athlete bring the information needed to complete your medical information forms required. Details here: (put link to athletes link)

Unfortunately, it is not possible to view your specific residence hall room. However, a 3-D rendering of your room is available after room selection in June.

Any time with your coach needs to take place prior to or following Orientation and needs to be scheduled on your own.

Yes, you will get access to your fall class schedule during one of the sessions during Orientation.

Yes, the Buzz on Front will be open for shopping between 10:00am-4:00pm.

We sure hope so! We try to make the day the right mix of important information and time to connect with your classmates!