New Student and Transfer Orientation (SOAR)

• Thursday, June 22 & Friday, June 23
• Monday, June 26 & Tuesday, June 27
• Monday, July 10 & Tuesday, July 11
• Thursday, July 13 & Friday, July 14

Use these maps to ensure a smooth arrival on your SOAR date.

• Interactive Map
• Printable Map (PDF)

Please click the appropriate day to view the full schedule. Or, click here to download a printable PDF.

• Day 1

  Schedule subject to change.

  Event	Time	Description	Location
  University Shuttle	7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.	From campus to the New Haven train station (back and forth).	Westside Hall
  Check In	8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.	Time to begin your Orientation experience. Your first stop is Check in.	Westside Hall
  University Welcome	9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.	Join us as we welcome students and their families to the University of New Haven. Students and families will receive an overview of the SOAR schedule and logistics as well as an introduction to various leaders at the University including the Orientation Transition Leaders (OTLs).	David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
  Transfer Students: Meet with the Transfer Team	10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.	Transfer students will meet with our admissions team to ensure that we have received all final documents as it relates to their enrollment. Students will also have the opportunity to discuss their transfer credit evaluations and make any updates.
  Charger to Charger: Meet Your Orientation Transition Leaders	10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.	Students will meet with their OTLs to start building community and have the opportunity to learn more about one another.	Assigned Locations Across Campus
  Academic Planning with Your Dean	11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.	Students will spend time meeting with the deans of the different colleges. Students will hear about the core curriculum, classroom life, faculty support, expectations of students, and an overview regarding their program of study. Students will learn and become aware of the academic expectations at the University.	Various Locations across Campus
  Student Lunch	12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.	Students will have the opportunity to eat lunch with their Orientation groups and get to know each other and have the opportunity to ask their OTLs questions about the student experience.	David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
  Tuition, Billing, and Financing Your Education	1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.	We know you are concerned about the cost of a college education and how to navigate the financial aid process. You are not alone! All families and students will attend this session to learn about tuition payments, the financial aid process, and how families can finance and plan for the four years at the University.	David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
  Transfer Student Engagement and Wellbeing Session	3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Transfer students will have the opportunity to meet with various campus offices and see what resources are available for them to be successful regardless of their class year.
  Transfer Advising Session	3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Academic Advisors will be available to meet with transfer students regarding course selection and registration. Any course schedule changes can also be made during this session.
  Charger to Charger — Meet Your Orientation Transition Leaders	3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.	Students will meet with their OTLs to start building community with fellow Chargers. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about one another and show their Charger pride.	Various Locations across Campus
  Courageous Conversation - #ThePowerOfWe	3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.	The University of New Haven embraces diversity and recognizes our responsibility to foster a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment. Join your peers in conversation about diversity, inclusion, and social justice to promote critical self-reflection.	Bucknall Theater
  Readers Theatre	5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	As a University community, there are values and expectations that we all share which provide the framework for how we interact as individual members of the community and speak to who we are and what we stand for as a community. Learn what this means through interactive presentations and small group conversations with the Orientation student leaders.	David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
  Dinner	7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.		David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
  Evening Activities: Being in Community	8:00 p.m.	The Orientation student leaders have prepared activities for students to meet other students in an informal atmosphere. Come to the quad and enjoy the activities that will be similar to what you experience on campus during the year from different recognized organizations, resident assistants, or commuter assistants.	Various Locations across Campus

• Day 2

  Schedule subject to change.

  Event	Time	Description	Location
  Breakfast	7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.		David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
  Supporting Your Transition & Engagement as a Charger	9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m., 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.	The University of New Haven’s commitment to its students’ academic, social, and emotional journey means the development of a world-class education and intentional resources to connect and thrive within the University community. Students will learn how to best prepare for college. Dean Ophelie Rowe-Allen will be joined by various student affairs administrators to answer students’ questions in this interactive session.	Bartels Hall – Alumni Lounge
  Charger to Charger — Meet Your Orientation Transition Leaders	9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m., 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.	Students will meet with their OTLs to start building community with fellow Chargers. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about one another and show their Charger pride, vote on their class banner and write letters to themselves.	Various Locations across Campus
  Course Registration and Advising	9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m., 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.	Join the Center for Student Success to discuss your curriculum, major requirements, and academic advising. Our success advisors will review your fall course schedule in preparation for your first semester of study. Additionally, learn about the Foundation for Success programs that can help you navigate your first year of college.	Various Locations across Campus
  University Shuttle	11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.	From campus to the New Haven train station (back and forth).	Westside Hall
  Your Journey Continues in Charger Nation	12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.	Hear from your orientation and transition leaders on how to stay engaged as a Charger during the rest of the summer.	Various Locations across Campus
  Resource Fair	12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Stop by and visit various offices and staff to learn about resources and services available during your Charger journey.	Westside Hall
  Check Out	12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Pick up your belongings, drop off your keys, say goodbye to your new friends. We will see you in August.	Westside Hall