Orientation Programs

Xavier orientation programs seek to provide welcome information to all potential and newly enrolled Musketeers. So whether you are 18 or 27 years of age, a weekend, M.B.A. or first-time undergraduate student, all the information you need to know regarding orientation and transition programs at Xavier is available on this web site.

The mission of Xavier University's various orientation programs is to provide continuing service and assistance that informs prospective and new students of the broad educational opportunities at Xavier; to assist new students in their transition to the institution; and to integrate the new students into the Xavier University family. Xavier orientation efforts are designed to create an atmosphere that will reduce anxiety, promote positive attitudes, increase awareness of the Jesuit philosophy and stimulate excitement for learning.

Objectives

• Provide an introduction to the academic experience ranging from basic expectations to specific educational offerings.
• Engage new students in structured opportunities for interaction with their peers, continuing students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
• Assist new students in becoming familiar with the campus and surrounding community.
• Facilitate orientation programs for new students, transfer students and non-traditional students a minimum of two times per academic year.
• Offer information and materials regarding the support services (educational, personal, physical, social, spiritual, financial, etc.) available to students.
• Involve support groups significant to students in orientation programming.
• Assess new student needs and concerns in order to provide appropriate support services.