{"id":923,"date":"2026-07-14T10:51:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T15:51:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/?page_id=923"},"modified":"2026-07-20T09:12:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T14:12:10","slug":"new-student-orientation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/new-student-orientation\/","title":{"rendered":"First Flight\u00a0New Student Orientation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"751\" height=\"276\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/First-Flight.png\" alt=\"First Flight\" class=\"wp-image-942\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.721155830753354;width:460px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/First-Flight.png 751w, https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/First-Flight-300x110.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center first-flight\" style=\"font-size:32px\">New Student Orientation<br>August 8, 11, 13 \u2022 8 am\u20133 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong><em>First Flight<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;<\/em>New Student Orientation (NSO) is all about helping you get comfortable and ready for your first day of classes.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;designed to introduce you to the culture at 91ԭƬ and provide&nbsp;you with&nbsp;all the resources necessary for a successful college experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">What to expect at First Flight New Student Orientation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>First Flight<\/em><\/strong><strong>&nbsp;Welcome Session:&nbsp;<\/strong>You\u2019ll&nbsp;meet 91ԭƬ administration and staff;&nbsp;learn about important college policies,&nbsp;keys to student success, session host introductions and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Student Technology Sessions:&nbsp;<\/strong>In&nbsp;a small tech lab setting,&nbsp;students<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>will&nbsp;learn&nbsp;how to login to&nbsp;My91ԭƬ, student email, Canvass and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Student Break Sessions:&nbsp;<\/strong>In small classroom settings,<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>students will be introduced to campus resources for success<strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>Library, Learning Center,&nbsp;Financial Aid,&nbsp;TRiO, Wellness, Campus Life, and more.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parent\/ Guardian\/ Supporter Sessions:&nbsp;<\/strong>These sessions are designed to introduce parents\/guardians\/supporters to campus resources.&nbsp;TRiO, Bookstore, Wellness\/Access, Financial Aid&nbsp;and more.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Falcon Fair:&nbsp;<\/strong>Meet campus representatives from student clubs and organizations, important offices and other student services that can support you during your time at 91ԭƬ.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Campus Tours-<\/strong>&nbsp;Take a tour to get familiar with important locations around campus<strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Faculty Office Hours:&nbsp;<\/strong>Select faculty will be on campus during NSO hosting office hours for you to visit.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lunch at the Dive-&nbsp;<\/strong>Registered students will<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>receive a voucher for a free meal at the Dive during NSO.&nbsp;&nbsp;Families and supporters&nbsp;can&nbsp;purchase&nbsp;lunch. Vegetarian options&nbsp;available.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Student Services Check:&nbsp;<\/strong>In: The Student Services Center will be open for student to meet with an advisor, get their photo ID, payments and more&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visit the Bookstore:&nbsp;<\/strong>While&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;on campus, head down to the bookstore and get your class materials for the semester.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Orientation parking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/orientation-Parking-Map.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"833\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/orientation-Parking-Map.png\" alt=\"Map of 91ԭƬ Union location with highlighted parking lots\" class=\"wp-image-950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/orientation-Parking-Map.png 833w, https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/orientation-Parking-Map-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/student-activities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/07\/orientation-Parking-Map-768x543.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 833px) 100vw, 833px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>How do I confirm my attendance at NSO and sign up for Breakout sessions?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>All\u00a0registered\u00a0students\u00a0will\u00a0receive\u00a0an email\u00a0about two weeks prior to NSO\u00a0with links to\u00a0RSVP to the event and to\u00a0sign up for\u00a0breakout sessions. Make sure to RSVP so you can join in on this exciting and helpful event!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t&nbsp;miss out on&nbsp;this opportunity to get familiar with campus, meet new people, and start your college journey on the right foot!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion  root-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-accordion-ycemz \"><div class=\"eb-accordion-container eb-accordion-ycemz\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-tab-icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" data-expanded-icon=\"fas fa-angle-down\" data-transition-duration=\"500\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-hncb7 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Is New Student\u00a0Orientation\u00a0required?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Yes<strong>,&nbsp;<\/strong>New Student Orientation is a required event for all first-time&nbsp;91ԭƬ students.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-2rdvo eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">How\u00a0long does it last?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>New Student Orientation will usually run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. During this&nbsp;time,&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in a variety of activities designed to help you get ready for your first semester. A detailed schedule will be sent to you prior to your orientation&nbsp;date&nbsp;so&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;know exactly what to expect and can make the most of your day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-lbrvo eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">How do I switch orientation dates?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Contact&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/advising-and-career\/academic-advising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">advisor<\/a>&nbsp;to change your&nbsp;schedule.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-fbzbz eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Can I bring my parents\/ family\/ supporters with me to NSO?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Yes, you are welcome to bring guests. There are sessions tailored for parents,&nbsp;families, and supporters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-r6nup eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Should I bring anything with me to New Student\u00a0Orientation?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A copy of your schedule-found on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/admissions\/accessing-your-student-account\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">My 91ԭƬ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear comfortable shoes and clothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A complete guide of what to bring will be sent to the students&nbsp;prior&nbsp;to NSO<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-aa63z eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Will there be food?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ycemz\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Yes, there will be light refreshments in the morning and then the DIVE (91ԭƬ Cafe) will have lunch options available.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.first-flight {\n  color: var(--true-blue);\n  line-height: 1.2em;\n  text-align: center;\n  font-weight: 500;\n}\n<\/style>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Student OrientationAugust 8, 11, 13 \u2022 8 am\u20133 pm First Flight&nbsp;New Student Orientation (NSO) is all about helping you get comfortable and ready for your first day of classes.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;designed to introduce you to the culture at 91ԭƬ and provide&nbsp;you with&nbsp;all the resources necessary for a successful college experience! 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