Orientation Programs

What Do I Need to Know?

Xavier orientation programs seek to welcome and provide information to all prospective and newly enrolled Musketeers. Our programs are designed to inform students and to create an atmosphere that will reduce anxiety, promote positive attitudes and increase awareness of what it means to be a member of the Xavier community. Whether you are 18 or 27 years of age, a weekend, graduate or first-time undergraduate student, we have an orientation program that’s right for you.

Orientation FAST FACTS:

• Manresa is our 4-day new student orientation program. The name Manresa (Man-ree-sah) refers to the town in Spain where Saint Ignatius Loyola took time to reflect on his life – past, present and future. This parallels the reflection you will experience as a student beginning your collegiate career.
• Transitions is an afternoon orientation program for transfer, graduate, weekend degree and non-traditional students. Sessions are held prior to fall and spring semesters.
• Smooth Transitions is an initiative of the Office of Multicultural Affairs developed to assist first year students of color with their transition and acclimation to Xavier University. The program is highly encouraged in addition to attending Manresa, which is required for all incoming students.
• Interlink is an important connection between the international student and campus life. At the beginning of each semester, mentors assist new students with important logistical and practical parts of adjusting to campus life. As the semesters progress, mentors continue in the valuable roles of friend and resource. It is required for all students who have a F-1 or J-1 visa.