Salem Orientation 2013
Welcome to our new Class of 2017 and to our new transfer students! One of the most exciting journeys of your life - your undergraduate experience - is about to begin, and we are thrilled that you have chosen to attend Salem! Our faculty, staff, and students look forward to meeting you in August. One group that is particularly excited to meet you is the Orientation team!
Orientation at Salem is a four day introduction to the Salem community, including academics and social life! During orientation, you will meet your Orientation leaders, your academic advisor, and the rest of the rest of the administration of Salem. You will register for your fall courses, enjoy a community building retreat with your class, and experience some favorite Salem traditions. By the time classes begin, we trust that you will feel settled and welcomed as a Salem sister!
Orientation Schedule 2013
Saturday, August 24
- 8:00 am - 11:00 am – Residential Student Move-In (Bahnson Lawn)
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm – Off Campus Student Check-In and Social (Bahnson Lawn)
- 11:30 am - 1:30 pm – Lunch for new students and families (No Cost)
- 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm – Orientation Sessions for new students and families
- 5:30 pm – Families Depart Campus
- Evening – Dinner with Orientation Leaders, Dean of Students Welcome, Orientation Skit Residence Hall Meetings (Residential students only)
Sunday, August 25 - Tuesday, August 27
- Moravian Lovefeast
- Academic Advising
- Class of 2017 Retreat at Camp Hanes!
- Transfer Student Day on the Town!
- Class Registration
- Wellness Activities
- Information Technology Training
- Library Orientation
- Picnic in the May Dell and Spiritual Life Fair
- Honor Code Signing Ceremony
- A Walk into Tradition
- Yoga in Salem Square
- Women in Nature trip to Pilot Mountain
- Information Technology Training
- Library Orientation
- Salem Community Picnic
- Opening Convocation
Wednesday, August 28
- Classes Begin at 8:00 am
No Cost / No Registration for Orientation
There is no cost to attend Salem Orientation, and advance registration is not necessary.
Family and Sibling Orientation
The first day of Salem Orientation (Saturday, August 24, 2013) includes orientation activities for parents and siblings of our new Salem students! If your "family unit" includes friends, they are welcome, too. Lunch is included for new students and their family members at no cost. Orientation activities for parents and families will conclude at 5:30 pm.
Off Campus Students
All off campus students are expected to attend all orientation activities unless otherwise marked on the Orientation schedule.
Transfer Students
Transfer students are expected to attend all orientation activities unless otherwise marked on the Orientation schedule. The transfer orientation leaders look forward to the "Transfer Student Day on the Town" with you!
Salem Traditions
Salem Orientation includes some of the most beloved Salem traditions! We encourage you to bring nice attire for two of these occasions. The first is the Honor Code Signing Ceremony, at which time all new students sign the Honor Code. The second is Opening Convocation, which is a formal ceremony for the entire Salem community which officially begins the new academic year.
Class of 2017 Retreat!
As part of the Salem Signature Leadership Program, the Class of 2017 will travel to Camp Hanes for a day-long community building retreat on the second day of Orientation. In addition to team building exercises, you will be able to enjoy the wonderful lakefront and swimming pool at Camp Hanes. Please plan accordingly to wear comfortable clothing and shoes for this retreat, and to bring a swimsuit and towel if you plan to use the waterfront.
Salem Firsts Program
Are you the first generation in your family to attain a four-year college degree? Then you are a SALEM FIRST! Click here for more information about the Salem Firsts Program and a special invitation to arrive two days early for Pre-Orientation!
