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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ORIENTATION

What happens at orientation?
Orientation is a crucial part of your successful transition to college.  Whether you are a first time freshmen, a transfer, or a returning adult student, New Student Orientation provides important information relevant to your success, including academic policies and meetings with faculty, information on tutoring and other specialized services, and sessions on campus life and student success.  There are also opportunities to interact with faculty, staff and other students in more relaxed settings and to hear about opportunities for leadership and service.  Research shows that students who actively participate in orientation are more likely to be successful and graduate from college.

When do I move into my residence hall?
If you will be living on campus, “move in” is scheduled for the first day of the Orientation Program—a Friday in August, or Saturday in January.  Information on your exact arrival time will be sent with your housing assignment.  Please note:  Residence Life is unable to accommodate early arrivals.

For other information related to Residence Life check out their web page at: http://www.delhi.edu/studentlife/residencelife/

What is orientation ‘check in?’
All new students must “check in” for Orientation at Alumni Hall (August), or at Farrell Hall (January).  When you check in you will receive your Orientation Schedule, an official college planner that includes key dates and deadlines and the “Student Code of Conduct,” as well as your I.D. card.

When do I meet my advisor?
Meetings with academic advisors are scheduled for the second day of the orientation program.

Is there a Parent Orientation?
Parents who have attended a Delhi Advantage Day (DAD) Program with thier student have received a very thorough orientation.  On the first day of orientation there is a brief Family Program for those parents who have not attended a DAD Program.

When do parents leave?
Parents are welcome to join in for many of the activities on the first day of the orientation program.  By late afternoon however we encourage them to head home as we have much planned to keep new students busy from that point on.

What are the most important sessions for commuter students to attend?

During the Fall Orientation program in August commuter students are invited to attend a special Commuter Welcome Program on the Thursday prior to the 3-day Orientation.  This program includes dinner, a tour and an overview of new student Orientation.  While commuter students are welcome to attend Friday and Sunday Orientation activities, the most critical sessions occur primarily on Saturday.  For all students beginning at SUNY Delhi for the Spring term (January), the Orientation program runs two days (Saturday and Sunday), and commuters should plan to attend both days—unless they have already taken the ASSET placement exam or been exempted from it—then they need only attend Sunday.

Please note:  As a commuter you are required, like all students, to have a student mailbox, an email account, an ID card and so forth.  Orientation is the BEST time to pick up these items and take care of business.

Are there sessions for transfer students during Orientation?
Yes, there is a special transfer track during the program.  Transfer students should plan to attend all other sessions as well.  Don’t assume that because you’ve been to another college that you know all there is to know.  Each college and university does things a bit differently.  Be informed about SUNY Delhi’s programs and services.

What is there to do Sunday at Bear Spring Mountain State Park (August Program only)?
Bear Spring Mountain State Park is a beautiful park located approximately 20 miles from the SUNY Delhi campus.  Transportation to the park is provided.  Our event is catered so food is available.  There is also swimming, kayaking/canoeing, hiking, volleyball and usually tug-of-war, flag football and other outdoor games.  We spend Sunday afternoon at the park and it is an enjoyable way to meet other people and settle in for the start of your college semester!

What does the orientation fee cover?
Your orientation fee covers food and refreshments during the Orientation Program, academic planners, entertainment and compensation for Student Orientation Leaders.  It will appear on your bill along with tuition and other fees.  The fee is $75 for the fall orientation program and $25 for the spring program.

When can I get my books?
For information on text book sales contact the Campus Store at 607-746-4760.

Will I have time to take care of financial and other business such as my I.D. card and mail box key?
You will have ample time during the Orientation Program to take care of business.  Many offices, including Student Accounts and Financial Aid, are open on the weekend of Orientation to accommodate new students.  Your I.D. card will be given to you at ‘Orientation Check In’ if you had your picture taken at a DAD Program—otherwise you will be able to get one in Sanford Hall during Orientation.  All students, including commuter students, must have a mail box on campus.  Keys will be given out throughout the entire Orientation Program.  Parking decals are also available during Orientation.