Frequently Asked Questions About
Summer Orientation

Why do I have to attend Orientation?

• Because 96% of Saint Rose students who attend Summer Orientation report that it helped relieve their anxiety about college.
• Because it will provide you with the information you need to be a successful student at Saint Rose!
• Because it is the best way to meet new friends before Opening Weekend.
• Because your fall course schedule cannot be finalized until you've taken the required math placement exam (which is administered during Orientation).
• Because you're going to want your Saint Rose ID when you arrive on campus (it's your ticket into the dining hall, library, and almost every other place on campus) and ID photos are taken at Orientation.
• Because it is mandatory.
• Because it's fun!

Do I have to stay overnight on campus?
Yes. Even students who will be commuting in the fall must stay overnight in the College's residence halls, as information sessions and social activities are planned for well into the evening.

Do I have to attend both days?
Yes. Students who do not attend every session scheduled during Orientation, will not receive their fall course schedules until Opening Weekend.

Why do I have to take a Placement Exam?
The Placement exam is used for advisement and will help your academic advisor place you in the appropriate level of courses.

Is my schedule of courses affected by which orientation session I attend?
No. Your classes are scheduled when we receive your registration worksheet in the advisement office.

May I use a calculator?
Yes. If you have a calculator, you may bring it with you. If you do not have one, there is one on the computer that you may use.

Do parents have to attend Orientation?
No. However, it is strongly encouraged that parents attend, so that they can learn as much as possible about the College and its services to students.

Why should parents attend Orientation?

• To meet representatives from Financial Aid, Security, Residence Life, Bursar's Office, and Educational Technology.
• To meet other parents.
• To get to know the campus.
• To learn more about the College's academic programs.
• To help them feel comfortable with the college that their child will be attending.

Where will I stay during Orientation?
All students will spend the night in one of our residence halls. Family members must make off-campus housing arrangements. A list of hotels is included in your Orientation Kit.

Where is Check-In for Orientation?
Students and parents check-in between 8:00 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. in Lima Hall. Bring your overnight bag to check-in.

What should I bring to Orientation?

• Personal toiletries
• Alarm Clock
• Blanket (the College will provide bed linens, pillow, and towels)
• Small electric fan
• Address book
• Calculator
• Attire is casual so dress comfortably!

Orientation Dates:
Session 1 - July 1 & 2
Session 2 - July 7 & 8
Session 3 - July 10 & 11
Session 4 - July 14 & 15
Session 5 - July 17 & 18

If you have any questions about The College of Saint Rose Orientation Program, don't hesitate to give us a call at (518) 454-5170, or email us at orientation@strose.edu

Directions/Parking
Check-in for students is located in Lima Hall and for family members is the Atrium of Saint Joseph's Hall. Parking is available in the Music Parking lot. The Driveway for the parking lot is next to 1000 Madison Avenue. You do not need a permit to park in the lot during summer orientation.

Dates to remember
Opening Weekend:
Begins on August 23. You will be receiving more information about the weekend over the summer.

Family Weekend:
Will be held September 26 - September 28. You might want to make hotel reservations now if you plan on attending.

96% of students that attend our Orientation self report that it helped relieve their anxiety about going to college.

If you have any questions call (518) 454-5170 or contact Latisha Barnett, Director of Student Life