Orientations and Receptions
Tuesday, August 12th
International Student Orientation
Mandatory Special Orientation Sessions will start with a warm welcome to California State University, Chico. Among the topics to be addressed will be an introduction to the community, housing, academic issues, culture and culture-shock, health matters as well as personal safety. USCIS and SEVIS-Immigration regulations, responsibilities and expectations will also be discussed. This is also a great opportunity to get to meet other international students from different countries. Attendance is required each day.
| Time: 9 a.m. Place: Colusa 100 |
Thursday, August 23rd
EOP Freshman Orientation
New Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) freshmen must attend this program.
| Time: 9 a.m. Place: PAC 144 |
EOP Transfer Student Orientation
New Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) transfer students must attend this program.
| Time: 1:30pm-3:15pm Place: PAC 144 |
Accessibility Resource Center Orientation
If you are a student who is interested in learning more about what academic and workplace accommodations are available for students and employees with disabilities, and how to access these services, this informational orientation can be helpful. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Accessibility Resource Center in advance at (530) 898-5959
| Time: 10am-11am Place: Student Services Center 122 |
Friday, August 24th
College of Business Student Org Social and Reception
On August 24th, 2012, The College of Business will be hosting an Ice Cream Social and Student Organization Recruitment Event from 2:00-4:00 PM in Alumni Glenn. This event is for new students and their families as well as continuing College of Business Students to meet and mingle with current COB faculty, staff, and students. This will also be a great opportunity for new and current students to be introduced to the COB Student Organizations.
| Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. Place: Alumni Glenn on campus |
National Student Exchange Orientation
All new National Student Exchange participants must attend this orientation session. We will give a warm welcome to CSU, Chico and the community, discussions about essential skills for cultural adaptation, health and safety, academic opportunities and expectations, and the National Student Exchange regulations. An exploration of possible avenues for participant involvement will also be discussed.
| Time: 2:15 p.m. Place: SSC 122-124 |
Wednesday September 5th
Veteran Welcome Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 Veterans Welcome Reception on on September 5th at 2:30 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand the veteran experience. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 2:30 p.m. Place: BMU 210 |
Thursday September 6th
Native American Welcome Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 Native American Welcome Reception on on September 6th at 4 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand simliar experiences. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 4 p.m. Place: Selvester's Cafe (by the creek) |
Wednesday September 12th
Bienvenida Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 Bienvenida Reception on on September 12th at 3:30 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand similar experiences. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 3:30 p.m. Place: Selvester's Cafe (by the creek) |
Thursday September 13th
Re Entry Welcome Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 Re Entry Welcome Reception on on September 13th at 3:30 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand similar experiences. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 3:30 p.m. Place: Selvester's Cafe (by the creek) |
Friday September 14th
Asian Welcome Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 Asian Welcome Reception on on September 14th at 3 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand simliar experiences. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 3 p.m. Place: Selvester's Cafe (by the creek) |
Tuesday September 18th
Black Welcome Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 Black Welcome Reception on on September 18th at 5 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand simliar experiences. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 5 p.m. Place: Selvester's Cafe (by the creek) |
Wednesday September 26th
LGBT Welcome Reception
You are invited to attend the 2012 LGBT Welcome Reception on on September 26th at 3:30 p.m. The goal of this welcome is to provide you with resources that will assist you during your time here at Chico State. This is a great opportunity to network, make friends and build alliances with other people who understand similar experiences. We encourage everyone to attend: students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Light refreshments will be served and we hope to see you there!
| Time: 3:30 p.m. Place: Selvester's Cafe (by the creek) |