Steps to Register for Orientation...
- Make your tuitiion and housing deposit(s) to attend the University.
- Register by clicking on the ORIENTATION REGISTRATION link to the left. You will be registering based on your academic major.
- You will receive an email confirming acknowledging that you have completed the online registration.
- You will receive a confirmation email from the Office of New Student and Family Orientation confirming your assigned date to attend.
- Make hotel reservations for family members attending Family Orientation
- Pack active clothes for both days, comfortable shorts/pants/shoes and sweatshirt recommended. Four inch heels and restrictive clothing are not practical.
- Pack personal care items, an alarm clock, and a blanket/comforter
Things that can be done earlier....
- Send any Advanced Placement paperwork or college transcript (if applicable) to the Office of Admission
- Take the math placement exam online
Things to leave home....
- Pets: While we all love our pets, RWU has a pet policy that does not allow animals on campus. The only pets that are allowed on campus are fish (within policy requirements) and service animals, so please leave Fluffy at home.
- Alcohol & Illegal Substances: When you arrive for orientation, you are considered an RWU student and are required to comply with University policies. If you are found with alcohol or drugs during Orientation, you will be subject to disciplinary action and may jeopardize your status as student.
Significant Others
Orientation is for new students to get to know one another as well as the University. It is hard to do that while a significant other is with you. Family and significant others are welcome to join the family program.