What is Orientation?

Orientation at Samford is designed to assist new students with academic placement and facilitate early registration. This also affords new students the opportunity to begin the process of transition from high school to Samford University. Participation in the orientation program at Samford University is required and is vital to a student's successful college experience.

Orientation is....

Academic Preparation

• Advising session with a faculty member to help plan your individual academic program
• Group session to acquaint you with academic life
• Testing and placement in world languages
• Early registration for fall classes

Learning about campus life

• What is located where on campus
• Social life through organizational involvement
• Services provided by the University from medical to financial

Meeting people and making friends

• Spending time with your classmates - the Class of 2012
• Building relationships with upperclassmen - a friendly face to greet you in the fall
• Getting to know faculty and administration who can assist you in the fall

For Parents too

• We extend a special invitation to parents to attend the Orientation.
• Some activities are planned exclusively for parents while others include both parents and students

For more information, contact: Jason Black at 205.726.3673 or e-mail at orientation_2008@samford.edu