New Student Orientation & Transition Programs
New Student Orientation & Transition Programs

Regular Hours
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monday-Friday

Summer Hours
7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Monday–Thursday

Mailing Address
400 W. First St.
Chico, CA 95929–0755

2022-2023 Student Handbook(opens in new window)

In-Person Orientation Schedule

8:00 AM Check -in

Park in the parking Garage across the street from the Bell Memorial Union (BMU). A parking pass will be emailed a few days before your in-person session. Check-in begins in the BMU Lobby at 8 am.

Plan to arrive in advance and allow plenty of time for parking. Use this time connect with Orientation Leaders and meet new students. Light refreshments will also be served.

8:25 AM University Welcome

The Orientation Program begins in the BMU Auditorium for all students and their parents/guests. Receive a warm welcome from the University and kick start your Wildcat journey!

9:15 AM Wildcat Way

Students will be placed into small groups by their major of study. You’ll begin to get to know other students in your group, learn academic success, and gain other essential information about transitioning to Chico State. Parents and guests attend a separate workshop.

10:45 AM Workshop Session 1

A variety of campus programs will be present for you to self-select and learn more about individual resources. You’ll find yourself even more connected and supported to the warm Chico community.

11:15 AM Workshop Session 2

A variety of campus programs will be present for you to self-select and learn more about individual resources. You’ll find yourself even more connected and supported to the warm Chico community.

11:45 AM CatsConnect

Learn about the different involvement opportunities that Chico State has to offer.

12:00 PM Lunch & Campus Resource Fair

Students, parents, and guests will return to the BMU Auditorium to have lunch together. A resource fair of campus programs, services, and engagement opportunities will be available to all participants during this hour.

12:45 PM Wildcat Success Talk

Meet with key campus resources that will be vital to your success in transition to college and beyond! You’ll also gain valuable insight on how to make the most of your experience at Chico State!

1:30 PM University Advising

Learn about remaining graduation and General Education requirements and academic advising resources to support timely degree completion.

2:15 PM Academic College and Major Advising

Students will travel to meet their college representatives and receive an overview of major course requirements and opportunities.

3:15 PM Course Registration

Finalize your semester schedule and receive support registering for your future classes from university staff.

4:30 PM Program Conclusion and Final Question and Answer session

Orientation will conclude in the BMU Auditorium. Students, parents and guests all attend program conclusion with refreshments and an opportunity for any final questions.