
New Student Orientation 2025
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NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
New Student Orientation is an exciting program we have designed to welcome our incoming first-year and transfer students to the Rose-Hulman community. Arriving on campus ahead of returning students gives you time to get to know us and learn about the campus resources that are available to ensure your success at Rose-Hulman. Just as important to your success is meeting new friends while having A LOT of fun … and we have made plenty of time for that too!
New Student Orientation begins with Move-In at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, August 29, and will conclude on Wednesday, September 3. Classes begin Thursday, September 4.
*Please note - students will be participating in orientation programming on Labor Day, Monday, September 1.
PARENT AND FAMILY ORIENTATION
Parent and Family Orientation is scheduled to take place starting with Move-In at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, August 29th and will conclude at approximately 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 30th. New students, their parents, and family members are invited to participate in a variety of events during these two days.
We look forward to welcoming all our new students and families in August!
Please note: While most events are open to everyone, there are several special events that are only for students or for parents/families. Events designated with (S) are open only to students and events designated with (P/F) are open only to parents and families.
Please note: The orientation schedule is subject to change throughout the summer.
Agenda
Upcoming Events
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
The residence halls are officially open to welcome new students and families! When you arrive on campus, you will be greeted by staff who will help you navigate traffic and get you where you need to be. Resident Assistants and Sophomore Advisors (as well as a few VIPs) will assist you and your family members in unpacking the car and moving items to assigned residence hall rooms. Let the fun begin!
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Looking for caffeine or a light snack? Stop by Beanies and check out their selection of hot and iced drinks as well as grab-and-go snacks.
Please note - Beanies only accepts credit and debit card payments.
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME! Campus is officially open to welcome new students and families!
Be sure to stop by the table where Orientation Leaders will be available to answer questions about Orientation and Rose-Hulman!
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venture through campus and visit offices and departments to learn about resources and services.
A list of locations will be available later this summer.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Welcome commuter and transfer students! Please check in at the Welcome and Information Table located on the 2nd floor of the Mussallem Union. In addition to all the events on the orientation schedule, we have planned some fun extras just for you!
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Parents and families are invited to stop by the PiVilion located in front of the Mussallem Union to grab a cool snack, meet other parents, ask questions, or just hang out while your student gets settled.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tours of campus will be given by upper-class students. A tour will depart every fifteen minutes beginning at 11 a.m.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Stop by the various academic departments on campus and meet faculty and the administrative assistants who will spend much time with you. Feel free to explore any department of interest!
2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Looking for a late lunch or early dinner? Check out Chauncey's which offers a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, salads, and other delicious options.
Please note - Chauncey's only accepts credit and debit card payments.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The legacy event is open to all new students that have a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, or uncle that graduated from Rose-Hulman. Stop by and pick up your special swag bag and snap a family photo. A gift will be available for alumni family members too!
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Students may LOVE chicken tenders, but Bon Appetit has so much more!
Join us for a discussion with Q&A session about the dining program at Rose-Hulman. General Manager, Debbie Robinson, and Executive Chef, Matthew Leeper, will be reviewing the Freshman meal program, services available to students with dietary restrictions, Bon Appetit's core kitchen principals, and fun food facts!
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Noblitt Scholars and their families are invited to drop by Moench Hall B205 to see our scholar lounge and say hello to Dr. Buckley and Michelle Lemon.
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Career Services & Employer Relations values a partnership with parents. This session is designed to provide parents with information on how to jump-start their student’s success with landing their first internship, research, or co-op opportunity. We will cover important dates, timelines, and services provided for your student.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Parents, come ask current students questions about their Rose-Hulman experiences! There will different tables for you to float around to ask about student life at RHIT. Some topics include campus jobs, undergraduate research, diversity and inclusion on campus, Greek life, spirituality, internships and career opportunities, abroad opportunities, the Terre Haute community and life outside of classes, how parents can be involved, and a place for any other off-the-wall questions. This is a great time to hear about Rose-Hulman from the student perspective!
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Join other residents from your floor and your resident assistant for your first floor dinner. Check with your RA to figure out your meal time and where to meet!
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Commuter & Transfer dinner meet up with your Orientation Leader, Rebecca. Meals are covered for students under the Orientation Meal Plan!
7:45 PM – 8:15 PM
Join your classmates for the official Class of 2029 photo before heading to the First Night Fun event!
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Year after year, this is one of the favorite events of Orientation! Relax and have fun playing Bingo for great Rose-Hulman prizes. Light refreshments will also be served. (Kids are welcome to play!)
*Please note - While you attend this event, your student will be attending a separate event with their new classmates!
*Please note - We do not take registrations for this event. This event fills to capacity and we appreciate your patience as we accommodate a fun crowd!
8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Join us for a performer and our first Late Night Snack! More information will be coming soon!
*Please note - While you attend this event, your parents and families will be attending a separate event.
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Looking for caffeine or a light snack? Stop by Beanies and check out their selection of hot and iced drinks as well as grab-and-go snacks.
Please note - Beanies only accepts credit and debit card payments.
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Vice President and Dean of Students, Mr. Erik Hayes, and Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Ellen Goldey, will provide an overview of the support your student will receive at Rose-Hulman. Time will be allotted for Dean Hayes and Dr. Goldey to take questions from the audience.
We encourage families to attend Session A as Session B is usually standing room only.
Information presented in both sessions is the same.
Students do not need to attend this session as they will be provided with similar information on Tuesday, September 2.
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Vice President and Dean of Students, Mr. Erik Hayes, and Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Ellen Goldey, will provide an overview of the support your student will receive at Rose-Hulman. Time will be allotted for Dean Hayes and Dr. Goldey to take questions from the audience.
We encourage families to attend Session A as Session B is usually standing room only.
Information presented in both sessions is the same.
Students do not need to attend this session as they will be provided with similar information on Tuesday, September 2.
12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
President Robert Coons will deliver welcoming remarks to new students and their families and the Class of 2029 will officially become members of the Rose-Hulman Family.
12:45 PM – 1:00 PM
Immediately following the New Student Convocation, it is time for students and families to say goodbye.
After saying goodbye, students meet up with their residence hall friends, and join the bagpipers to take their first walk through campus as Rose-Hulman students! Students will then continue with orientation programming through Wednesday, September 3. Classes start on Thursday, September 4.
Parents and guests are invited to watch the procession.
Saying goodbye can be hard and so we've planned something fun to look forward to! We invite families to come back to campus for Fall Family Weekend, which will take place Friday, October 24 - Sunday, October 26.
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Get to know your fellow Commuter and Transfer students over a round of trivia!
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Commuter & Transfer dinner meet up with your Orientation Leader, Rebecca. Meals are covered for students under the Orientation Meal Plan!
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Are you curious about the exciting career opportunities in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Data Science, and more? Do you want to develop skill sets in these areas to apply to your chosen career? Do you want to gain credentials in these areas? Join us for an interactive information session designed especially for you! You will also hear about customized pathways in the newly redesigned Computer Science Program.
This session is for all freshmen interested in tech and future-focused careers. Learn from faculty and upperclassman about:
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Commuter & Transfer dinner meet up with your Orientation Leader, Rebecca. Meals are covered for students under the Orientation Meal Plan!
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Commuter & Transfer dinner meet up with your Orientation Leader, Rebecca. Meals are covered for students under the Orientation Meal Plan!
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Information Coming Soon!
7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
Cheer on the Fightin' Engineer Volleyball Team in their home opener against the Dominican University Stars!
Admission is free for all students!
Past Events
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Tours of the SRC will be given by staff members. Learn about the facilities, wellness program, intramural program, and sports clubs. A tour will depart from the information desk every 15 minutes beginning at 2 p.m.
Where
Various
5500 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN 47803, United States