First-Year Student Schedule (January)

This schedule is for in-person orientation programs for first-year students in January. Friday, January 12, 2024
TimeSessionLocation
7:45 - 8:40 a.m.Orientation Parking
Staff will be in the marked parking lot beginning at 9 am. They will greet you at the entrance and pass out parking permits before heading to Walter Hall
Lots 132 (next to Peden Stadium)
8 - 8:45 a.m.Program Check-in
Students and guests will be guided by staff and signage from orientation parking over to BSO Program Check-In, which must be completed before heading to the first session.
Walter Hall
8:45 - 10 a.m.Morning Presentations
Meet our orientation team, review the orientation program schedule, learn about our history and traditions, and services to know at OHIO.
Walter Hall
10 - 11:15 a.m.Orientation Leader Sessions
Get to know your orientation leaders, other students attending the program, and learn about the student experience and being successful as a new student.
Walter Hall
11:15 a.m.  - 12:05 p.m.THRIVING at OHIO
In this session, students will learn more about the expectations for each member of our Bobcat family. Students can expect to learn about ways each of us plays a role in helping our community to thrive.
Walter Hall
12:15 - 1 p.m.LunchBoyd Hall
1:10 - 1:40 p.m.Afternoon Sessions
Orientation Leaders will discuss what it means to be a Bobcat, share campus resources, and the tools needed to complete course registration. Students will be able to practice the process of registering for classes before registering for your first semester classes.
Walter Hall
1:45 - 4:30 p.m.Academic Essentials and Course Registration 
Connect with your advisors and learn about university, college, and major requirements as you prepare for course registration. Details about OHIO Guarantee+ Graduation Plans will also be shared at this time. Academic advisors and orientation leaders will be available to assist you in registration for next semester’s courses.  
Various Locations
2 - 4:30 p.m.

Required Student Check-Out

After completing course registration, all students will be required to check-out with the orientation team to end their BSO experience. After check-out, students should go to Bobcat Depot on the 1st floor of Baker University Center to get their Ohio University student ID. 

Ellis Hall 1st Floor