All Roads Lead to SHU
The final component to our virtual orientation process is a variety of online sessions centered around student engagement, student academic success, and preparing you to begin your journey at SHU.
As an incoming freshmen, we know how important it is to not only get involved in college but to make new and positive connections that will make your four years unforgettable! The programs we are offering will give you all the information you need to be a successful and happy Pioneer! The link to join theses sessions will be sent in your confirmation email to your SHU email address.
Online Sessions
| Event | Date & Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Organizing and Managing All Those Class Assignments | July 13 at 11am | Students come to college with a mixed bag of study skills from high school. Some translate to college and some don’t. Learn some great study tips and exam-taking strategies, and learn that tutors are an integral part of being a first-year student…wait, you didn’t think you were supposed to do all this on your own, did you? Sponsored by Student Success Sponsored by Student Success Center |
| Community Service @ SHU | July 13 at 3pm | Office of Community Engagement will share opportunities to get involved with retreats, social justice activities, community service, as well as local and global mission trips and service learning programs. Sponsored by Community Engagement |
| Meal Plans & Dining | July 14 at 3pm | SHU Dining staff will give you an overview of on campus dining options and provide tips on how to budget your meal plan. Sponsored by SHU Dining |
| Value Your involvement | July 14 at 11am | Learn the benefits of getting involved at SHU and what the different opportunities are Sponsored by Student Activities |
| Roommate Living | July 15 at 1pm | Learn how to acclimate to life on Campus with a roommate and what to expect from On-Campus living. Sponsored by Residential Life |
| Ask an OL! | July 19 at 5pm | Still have questions about life as a SHU student? Orientation Leaders are here to help! Sponsored by Orientation |
| Organizing and Managing All Those Class Assignments | July 20 at 1pm | Students come to college with a mixed bag of study skills from high school. Some translate to college and some don’t. Learn some great study tips and exam-taking strategies, and learn that tutors are an integral part of being a first-year student…wait, you didn’t think you were supposed to do all this on your own, did you? Sponsored by Student Success |
| Club Sports & Fitness Classes | July 21 at 11am | Find out how to stay active at SHU, learn about the fitness facilities, what we offer and how to sign up! Sponsored by Club Sports & Recreation |
| Finding your Waze as a Commuter | July 26 at 3pm | Learn more about the ins and outs of commuter life and how you can get connected and find your social niche. Sponsored by Club Sports & Recreation |
| Community Service @ SHU | July 27 at 3pm | Office of Community Engagement will share opportunities to get involved with retreats, social justice activities, community service, as well as local and global mission trips and service learning programs. Sponsored by Community Engagement |
| Fraternity and Sorority Life at SHU | July 28 at 3pm | Our Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life staff members as well as current sorority students explain what it means to be a member of this vibrant community. Learn how to sign up for recruitment, hear about the enhanced social and leadership opportunities and some general information about each chapter. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
| What is Blackboard? | July 28 at 2pm | Learn about the ins and outs of Blackboard course management system. Here you will learn how to view and submit assignments and how course information is organized. Sponsored by IT |
| Meals & Dining | August 2 at 6pm | SHU Dining staff will give you an overview of on campus dining options and provide tips on how to budget your meal plan. Sponsored by SHU Dining |
| What are the First 50 Days | August 4 at 3pm | The First 50 Days program is a compilation of campus events offered to freshmen. Let us show you the variety of activities and programs that we have to offer you at SHU. Sponsored by Student Life |
| Ask an OL! | August 5 at 6pm | Still have questions about life as a SHU student? Orientation Leaders are here to help! Sponsored by Orientation |
| What is Blackboard? | August 5 at 11am | .Learn about the ins and outs of Blackboard course management system. Here you will learn how to view and submit assignments and how course information is organized. Sponsored by IT |
| Fraternity and Sorority Life at SHU | August 10 at 7pm | Our Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life staff members as well as current sorority students explain what it means to be a member of this vibrant community. Learn how to sign up for recruitment, hear about the enhanced social and leadership opportunities and some general information about each chapter. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
| Club Sports & Fitness Classes | August 11 at 12pm | Find out how to stay active at SHU, learn what we offer and how to sign up! Sponsored by Club Sports & Rec |
| Organizing and Managing All Those Class Assignments | August 11 at 11am | When things get tough, you can’t just stop. In this session, we’ll tell some stories about why students have struggled, and how to identify when it happens to you. More importantly, we’ll show you how to organize all of your work using your syllabi and a planner. We’ll provide you with scripts to use so you feel comfortable talking to professors, and go over some strategies for being successful and not feeling overwhelmed. Sponsored by Student Success Center |
| Freshmen Move-In Info | August 16 at 6pm | Sponsored by Residential Life |
| Enhance Your Experience | August 17 at 3pm | Find out about all of the clubs, organizations and events that take place at SHU and the benefits of getting involved on campus! Sponsored by Student Activities |
| Handling Homesickness | August 18 at 6pm | Homesickness is a common experience for first year students. The s.w.e.e.t. peer educators (the student branch of the Wellness Center) will share lessons they've learned for conquering homesickness and transitioning successfully to college life. Sponsored by s.w.e.e.t. Peer Educators |