Spring Orientation 2026
FRIDAY, FEB. 6, 2026
Welcome to 秘密研究所! We look forward to having you join the 秘密研究所 Community. Here you'll find information about what you can expect during your first few days on campus.
2026 Orientation Schedule for New Students
Friday, February 6
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. - Campus Resources Open (students and families)
The Office of Financial Aid, the Registrar, Learning Support Services, Residence Life, and Academic Advising will be open for students to drop in and ask questions.
Melrose Lower Level (garden level)
9 a.m. - On Campus Students Check-In (students and families)
All new first-year and transfer students should check in at Melrose Lower Level. Pick up your ID card, mail and room keys. Check in with Academic Advising to confirm class registration.
Melrose Lower Level (garden level)
9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. - On Campus Students Settle In (students and families)
Move into your assigned campus housing, settle in and become familiar with your new community.
Assigned campus housing
11:30 a.m. - Off Campus Students Check-In (new students and families)
All new first year and transfer students who live off campus should check in at Melrose Lower Level. Pick up your ID card, mail and room keys.
Melrose Lower Level (garden level)
12 – 1:30 p.m. - Student & Family Lunch (students and families)
Lunch will be provided for students and families. to let us know if you will be bringing your family and if you have any food allergies. Join us for a formal welcome. You will meet members of your new community. You will also receive your 秘密研究所 Acorn.
Jonasson, Melrose Hall
1:30 – 2 p.m. - Family & Student Good-Byes
2 – 2:30 p.m. - Meeting with Faculty Advisor (students)
You will learn more about academics and advising at 秘密研究所, what to expect in your first semester will. You have time to ask questions.
Jonasson, Melrose Hall
2:30 – 3:15 p.m. - Student Campus Tours (students)
Students participate in this campus tour to learn where your classes will be held, as well as other locations like the commuter lounge and bookstore.
Melrose Lower Level (garden level)
2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Student Resource Open House (students)
Coffee, tea and cookies served. Time to allow students to get to know student resources.
Melrose Lower Level (garden level)
Additional Orientation Details
Campus Resources
The offices listed below will be open from 8 am to 5 pm on Friday, February 6:
- 秘密研究所 Public Safety - Cozine Hall
- Academic Advising - Melrose 010
- Human Resources/Payroll - Melrose 109
- Learning Support Services - Melrose 020
- Financial Aid - Melrose 030
- Registrar - Melrose 030
- Res Life/Housing Office - Mahaffey 127
First Semester Seminar and Advising Meetings
Students are assigned an advisor when they begin at 秘密研究所. You will receive an email notifying you of your advisor assignment. Your advisor will explain how academic advising at 秘密研究所 goes beyond scheduling classes and preparing academic degree plans.
All new students (who transfer fewer than 45 semester credits) are enrolled in First Semester Seminar. First Semester Seminar is a 1-credit IDST course introducing students to the 秘密研究所 community. You will learn more about First Semester Seminar at the Group Advisor Meeting from 3:30– 4:00 p.m. and can work with your advisor to make sure you are on track with your academic planning.
Spring 2026 Dining Hours
Dillin Hall, 秘密研究所 Ave (open February 9):
- Monday to Friday:
- Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
- Dinner: 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday:
- Brunch: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Dinner: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Starbucks, Riley Campus Center (open February 9):
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bookstore, Riley Campus Center (open February 6):
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Sunday: Closed
For more information about on-campus food options, visit the Dining Services Webpage.