New Student Orientation

Welcome, Panthers!

Your adventure at GU starts now! New Student Orientation (NSO) is packed with activities designed to help you feel at home.

This is your moment to meet your roommate, connect with your RA, bond with your orientation group, and join the entire incoming class. We’re here to make you feel welcome, supported, and ready for the year ahead—and we’re going to have a lot of fun along the way!

New Student Orientation Schedule

Below you will see the schedule of exciting events we have in store for you during your first week here.  And don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and use #PantherMade during Orientation. Share your photos and experiences with us as you start your college journey. We are so excited to have you on campus! Review our campus map to find locations. See you soon, Panthers!

SPRING NSO 2026 SCHEDULE

MONDAY, JAN 19

• 8:00 am - 12:00 pm — New Student Move-In
  • Residential students move-in to their assigned residence hall with help from the GU community.
• 11:30 am — Commuter Check-In
  • The Krober Room
• 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm — D2L, Email, and Textbook Overview
  • The Hub Classroom at Ruby E. Dare Library
• 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm — Enrollment Advising Overview
  • The Hub Classroom at Ruby E. Dare Library
• 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm —Scoops & Scholars
  • 1892 Supply
• 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm — Financial Aid & Billing Overview
  • The Hub Classroom at Ruby E. Dare Library
• 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm — Resource Mapping Overview
  • The Hub Classroom at Ruby E. Dare Library
• 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm — Dinner
• 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm — Residence Life Hall Meetings
• 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm — GSGA Back-to-School Kick-Off Event