Get Ready for Your First Day as a Charger
Orientation is your chance to get set up, get connected, and get excited before classes even begin.
- Student Financial Services
- Residence Life
- I.T. Setup
- Academic Overview
- Schedule and Expectations
- Public Safety
- Parking
- Athletics
- ID Photos
- Residence Hall Tours
- Meet Your Classmates
To RSVP: You’ll need to log in to your DUNY student account. If you don’t know your password or run into any trouble, contact the Office of Admissions. We’re happy to help. 845-848-7901 | admissions@duny.edu
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May
30
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Jun
29
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15
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4
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See you at Welcome Weekend!
Orientation Part 2
Welcome Weekend
This is where it all comes together: meet your advisor, find your people, and kick off your first semester as a Charger. Plan to be with us for the full day on Saturday.
Attendance is mandatory for all new students
Resident Students
Aug
28
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Resident Student Move-In
Welcome home. Check in at the One Stop Shop for your room key, then start settling in.
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Welcome Hub
Stop by before, during, or after check-in for refreshments, entertainment, games, and activities.
3:30 to 4:30 PM
Family Farewell and Photo Booth
Say your goodbyes, then grab one last family photo before your DUNY journey begins.
4:30 to 5:15 PM
Friends in a Flash
Fast-paced conversations built to help you meet your classmates.
5:15 to 5:30 PM
Fire Safety
Fire safety information and emergency procedures for living on campus.
5:30 to 6:00 PM
Residence Life Welcome
Meet the Residence Life team and learn how campus living works.
6:00 to 6:30 PM
RA Module Meetings
Meet your Resident Assistant and the rest of your module.
6:30 PM
Dinner and Charger Activities
Dinner and an evening of activities with your fellow Chargers.
Before you arrive: Make sure you’ve completed everything required to be cleared to move in. Watch your email for full move-in details from Residence Life.
Resident Students and Commuter Students
Aug
29
10:00 to 10:45 AM
Breakfast and New Charger Check-In
Check in, eat, and get ready for the day.
10:45 to 11:00 AM
Welcome, Class of 2030
Your official welcome to Dominican University New York.
11:00 to 11:45 AM
Meet Your Peer Mentor
Connect with your mentor and your group, and start building your Charger community.
11:55 AM to 12:15 PM
Class Photo
Gather with your fellow first-year Chargers for the official Class of 2030 photo.
12:25 to 1:00 PM
Meet Your Academic Advisor
Sit down with your advisor and start planning a strong first semester.
1:00 to 1:45 PM
Lunch
2:00 to 3:00 PM
The Challenge Accepted Game Show
An hour of fun, laughter, and friendly competition.
3:00 to 6:00 PM
Discover DUNY
Four sessions on leadership, well-being, community, and the DUNY mission. Student ID cards are handed out at the end.
See your group’s rotation
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Group 1
- 3:10 Igniting the Mission
- 3:50 Leadership in Action
- 4:30 Soulful Self-Care
- 5:10 Respect and Responsibility
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Group 2
- 3:10 Leadership in Action
- 3:50 Soulful Self-Care
- 4:30 Respect and Responsibility
- 5:10 Igniting the Mission
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Group 3
- 3:10 Soulful Self-Care
- 3:50 Respect and Responsibility
- 4:30 Igniting the Mission
- 5:10 Leadership in Action
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Group 4
- 3:10 Respect and Responsibility
- 3:50 Igniting the Mission
- 4:30 Leadership in Action
- 5:10 Soulful Self-Care
6:00 PM
Living a Charger Life: Dinner and Activities
Close out Orientation with dinner, activities, and your fellow Chargers.
Plan for the full day: Attendance is mandatory, so if you have work scheduled, coordinate with your employer now. All meals are provided.
What to Expect
A few things waiting for you beyond the schedule.
- An Orientation t-shirt and a Welcome Week swag bag for every new student
- Giveaways throughout the weekend
- Your student ID card, distributed Saturday afternoon
- All meals provided throughout Orientation
Additional entertainment and activities are still being finalized. Keep an eye on your email.