August Orientation

August Orientation for New First Year and Transfer Students

August 2008

Welcome and Congratulations on your acceptance to Miami University.  To help you become acquainted with your new community, we invite you to participate in the August Orientation Program.  August Orientation is designed to introduce you to academics at Miami, receive academic advising and register for classes, help you meet other students, learn about campus resources, and get a head start on the year.  Join us for an informative and exciting journey. 

In mid-July, new first year students who did not attend the Summer Orientation and Registration Program and all transfer students will be mailed an invitation to August Orientation. This brochure will describe the program and details on how to register.  Please note, all new first year students are required to attend an orientation program. 

To assist families in transition and to help support students, we offer a family program.  The family orientation program for family members of all students: new first year and transfer will occur in August 2008.  The academic advising and registration portion of the program is limited to students only.

Registration Information

To register for August Orientation, please call or e-mail our office with the information listed below.   Please indicate August Orientation when writing or leaving a message.   Send e-mails to orientation@muohio.edu or call us at (513) 529-4010 between the hours at 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Student Name

Address

City/State/Zip

Home Phone

E-mail Address

Academic Division (or intended major)

Banner ID (+00999999)

Family Members Attending: Please specify the number and names of all family members attending the program.

Please specify any individuals with special needs or disabilities needing assistance during Orientation (i.e., sign language interpreters, wheelchair access, etc.).

Upon receipt of your reservation, we will respond with confirmation e-mail.   This will be your only confirmation.   You will receive a more detailed schedule of events when you arrive on campus.

Mathematics and Foreign Language Placement Tests

All students are required to take the math and foreign language placement test one week prior to attending August Orientation.  Test results help you and your adviser determine the appropriate classes for you to take.  Taking a placement test via the web is an easy process.  Read about the tests and then follow the directions.  Upon completion of placement tests, log on to retrieve your results.  Bring your results with you to Orientation.

Housing and Meal Plan Information

Your participation in this program allows you to move in early to your residence hall in August 2008.  You will receive detailed information regarding pre-semester dining options when you pick up your room key.  Students who pre-register for the Orientation Program and do not check-in and attend the Orientation Program will be charged all orientation program fees along with room and board fees for early arrival students.