Student Schedule

Welcome to Summer Online Orientation!  This event is designed for fall start, incoming freshmen and their families.  If you have registered or can't remember what date you registered for, reach out to your Orientation Leader or email orientation@roanoke.edu.

More specifically, this two day event will consist of large and small group programs, live panels, individual meetings and a tutorial students will complete prior to your session date.  There will be opportunities to listen and interact with your peers, faculty and staff.  All meetings are required.

Each program listed on Day 1 and Day 2 will be in Zoom.  You will need access to the following:  computer/laptop/tablet, microphone, reliable internet access, and ideally a webcam.  Please contact orientation@roanoke.edu if this is a challenge for you.  Login and links will be available just prior to your registered session.

We hope new students have had a chance to join in your weekly Orientation Group meetings, attended some online events and follow @RCFirstYearExperience on social media.

Beforehand
Between June 15 and your registered session, we expect for you to watch a series of videos and answer a few "check-in" questions.  This is available in Inquire.  You are welcome to complete this on your own time, however it is a requirement to be completed prior to your session.

Day 1

Day 2

 *Each student will be invited by a Summer Advisor to a 30 minute Advising Meeting.  This meeting will be during one of the Advising blocks. 

If a student does not have an Advising Meeting, these blocks of time are a chance to review material in Inquire, check your RC email, ask questions of your Orientation Leader, catch up with new RC friends, or relax!

Other than registering for Summer Orientation, what else do I need to do before online Summer Orientation?

Visit http://www.roanoke.edu/checklists for a complete list of what is required and what is optional.

Should I book my travel and hotel accommodations for my summer orientation date?

Summer 2021 orientation will be in a remote format.  Please do not book any travel for orientation dates, as there is no on-campus programming.

What do I need to participate in online Summer Orientation?

• Roanoke College username & password
• More guidelines to come regarding technology and additional set ups.

What if I do not have a way to participate in Online Orientation?  What if I don't have access to one of the following:  computer/laptop/tablet, microphone, reliable internet access, webcam?

Please contact us at orientation@roanoke.edu if any of these apply to you.

Will my parent(s) or family participate in online Summer Orientation?

Yes!  We encourage parents, guardians, family or guests to digitally attend as there is programming especially for them.  We also understand that some cannot be away from other obligations at this time of year.  

How does the course registration process work during Orientation?

Don’t stress about choosing classes before Orientation. We are here to help. You don’t need to figure this out before coming. During your online session date you’ll have a group meeting with a faculty member who will walk you through the course options and help you think about what classes you need and want.  After the group session, you’ll have a one-on-one meeting with a faculty member, also online, who will help you choose specific courses based upon your interests and needs.  Reviewing this handout before you come might help.

Am I at a disadvantage if I can’t come to the first session?

For many courses open to first-year students, available seats are divided evenly across the different orientation sessions. 

How will I meet other students?  Will I have an Orientation Leader?

There are many student leaders eagerly wanting to connect you with other new students and you to Roanoke College.  That two that work with First Year Experience are Orientation Leaders and First Year Mentors.  Orientation Leaders will reach out prior to the June online sessions.  First Year Mentors are connected to your INQ 110 class.  You will meet them in August.

What happens after Summer Orientation?

Keep checking your Roanoke College email!  You will be notified of additional information and opportunities, regarding the housing portal, business office, and details regarding August Welcome Week.

We also encourage student and their families to take notes on all the things they learn during the online orientation sessions so many conversations continue after summer orientation.

Transitioning to college comes with a lot to see, hear and think about.  If any questions come up after your orientation, please feel free to contact any of our offices individually.

What happens in August?

Details regarding move-in process and activities will be available soon.