Orientation - Sessions for Students | Barlow or Weldin Residence Halls, First Floor Lounge

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Barlow or Weldin Residence Halls

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Orientation Leader's Room (on your nametag)

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Quad Home Spot

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Auditorium
Set in a first-year college classroom, this engaging presentation follows new students as they navigate the challenges and excitement of transitioning to college. Learn about the academic support resources URI provides.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Lobby

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Auditorium
Learn about the support systems, resources, and people dedicated to helping students achieve academic success and thrive at the university.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Auditorium
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Chafee Hall, Room 271
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Ballentine Hall, Room 105
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences, Room 100
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Butterfield Dining Hall
Sit with other students from your academic college during lunch and an opportunity to connect with one another.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Kirk Auditorium
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Roosevelt Hall Great Room
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Quinn Hall Auditorium
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | The Beaupre Center for Chemical and Forensic Scinces, Room 100
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Avedesian Hall, Room 170
Hear from faculty from your academic college and learn more about the opportunities, expectations, and resources available within your program. This session will help students and families better understand the academic experience and what to expect during the first year

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Quad Home Spot

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Chafee Hall 271
Prepare for the transition to college by learning what to expect before classes begin. This session will cover topics such as reading a college syllabus, understanding course expectations, managing your schedule, communicating with professors, and navigating important academic timelines. You will also gain practical tips for adjusting to college life, including time management, using campus resources, building routines, and balancing independence and responsibility.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons, 24 Hour Room
Meet with an academic advisor to discuss your first semester courses, degree requirements, and academic goals. During this 30-minute meeting, you will receive guidance on course selection and complete your fall course registration with support from an advisor.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences, Room 100
Learn what to expect as you prepare to move into your new home at URI. This session will cover move-in logistics, living with a roommate, communicating expectations, residence hall resources, and tips for adjusting to campus living. You will gain strategies for building positive roommate relationships, creating routines, and feeling more comfortable and connected during the transition to college life. Commuter students will also learn about balancing time on campus, finding spaces to connect between classes, accessing commuter resources, and building community while living at home or off campus.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Ballentine Hall, Room 240
You will learn about the major technology systems and platforms you will use throughout their college experience, including Brightspace, Starfish, Handshake, email, billing and financial systems, housing portals, Wi-Fi, and other essential campus tools. Staff and Orientation Leaders will help you understand how to access and navigate these systems so you can start the semester with confidence.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons, Active Learning Classroom, Room 166
Spend time with your Orientation Leaders to ask honest questions about transitioning to college, making friends, getting involved, managing classes, homesickness, campus life, and more. This casual time is designed to help you learn from current students who have recently been in their shoes.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Quad Home Spot
Enjoy this fun opportunity for you and your Orientation group to relax, laugh, and spend time together while preparing for the evening talent show. You will work together to brainstorm ideas, practice your act, and cheer each other on in a welcoming and low-pressure environment. Whether your group performs a song, skit, dance, game, or something completely creative, the focus is on having fun, meeting new people, building connections, and creating memories together as a group.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Kingston Emporium Shops
Take some time to relax, connect with others, and explore the Emporium. During this time you can browse shops and retailers. It's a good opportunity to unwind, ask questions, and enjoy the campus atmosphere.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons, Lobby

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Barlow or Weldin Residence Halls
Take some time to relax, recharge your devices, change clothes, freshen up, or take a break before continuing with the Orientation program.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Outside and Inside Butterfield Dining Hall (order will vary)

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Auditorium
Hear directly from current student leaders about their experiences at the University of Rhode Island. In this session, Orientation Leaders will share personal stories about how they found their place on campus, through discussing organizations, jobs, research, leadership opportunities, and campus traditions they are involved in.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Lobby

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Swan Hall
Explore a variety of campus topics through Orientation Leader-led Interest Sessions. You will pick three topics that interest them most and rotate between rooms for 15-minute presentations led by Orientation Leaders. Sessions cover areas like involvement, academic support, athletics, identity resources, study away, and more, giving students practical tips, insider advice, and a chance to explore the parts of URI that matter most to them.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Ranger Hall, Room 102
Relax, create, and connect at Creative Escape. This chill, drop-in space offers you a chance to take a break from the busy pace of orientation and unwind through hands-on crafts, relaxed conversation, and creative activities. Whether you’re making something to take home, meeting new people, or simply enjoying a calm space to recharge, Creative Escape is designed to help students feel comfortable, connected, and at ease while settling into campus life.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Edwards Hall, Auditorium
Bring your energy and creativity to the Orientation Talent Show! Orientation groups will team up to showcase their talents in a fun, high-energy competition featuring music, skits, dances, and more. Each group will perform for their peers and Orientation Leaders, who will help judge creativity, enthusiasm, and crowd engagement. At the end of the event, one group will be crowned the Talent Show winner, earning bragging rights and celebration as the top Orientation group.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Memorial Union, First Floor
You can choose your own way to spend the evening with a variety of options designed for every energy level, including a high-energy dance party, casual board games, late-night snacks, ping pong and pool tables, and a calming Zen Den for relaxation and decompression. Whether you’re looking to socialize, compete, relax, or just enjoy the atmosphere, these nighttime experiences offer a fun and flexible way to connect with new friends and end the day on a high note.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Memorial Union, Atrium 1
You can choose your own way to spend the evening with a variety of options designed for every energy level, including a high-energy dance party, casual board games, late-night snacks, ping pong and pool tables, and a calming Zen Den for relaxation and decompression. Whether you’re looking to socialize, compete, relax, or just enjoy the atmosphere, these nighttime experiences offer a fun and flexible way to connect with new friends and end the day on a high note.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Outside Memorial Union
You can choose your own way to spend the evening with a variety of options designed for every energy level, including a high-energy dance party, casual board games, late-night snacks, ping pong and pool tables, and a calming Zen Den for relaxation and decompression. Whether you’re looking to socialize, compete, relax, or just enjoy the atmosphere, these nighttime experiences offer a fun and flexible way to connect with new friends and end the day on a high note.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Memorial Union, Atrium 2
You can choose your own way to spend the evening with a variety of options designed for every energy level, including a high-energy dance party, casual board games, late-night snacks, ping pong and pool tables, and a calming Zen Den for relaxation and decompression. Whether you’re looking to socialize, compete, relax, or just enjoy the atmosphere, these nighttime experiences offer a fun and flexible way to connect with new friends and end the day on a high note.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Memorial Union, Ballroom
You can choose your own way to spend the evening with a variety of options designed for every energy level, including a high-energy dance party, casual board games, late-night snacks, ping pong and pool tables, and a calming Zen Den for relaxation and decompression. Whether you’re looking to socialize, compete, relax, or just enjoy the atmosphere, these nighttime experiences offer a fun and flexible way to connect with new friends and end the day on a high note.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Memorial Union, 193° Coffeehouse
You can choose your own way to spend the evening with a variety of options designed for every energy level, including a high-energy dance party, casual board games, late-night snacks, ping pong and pool tables, and a calming Zen Den for relaxation and decompression. Whether you’re looking to socialize, compete, relax, or just enjoy the atmosphere, these nighttime experiences offer a fun and flexible way to connect with new friends and end the day on a high note.

Orientation - Sessions for Students | Barlow or Weldin Residence Halls
All students must be inside their assigned residence hall