New Student OrientationAugust 29 - September 1, 2025

Welcome!

We are looking forward to your arrival on campus! The Gustavus Orientation program for first-year students is August 29-September 1st. On Friday, August 29th, first-year students will have an opportunity to move to campus, connect with their Orientation Group, meet their floor-mates, and participate in a day of events. The Gustavus New Student Orientation program is focused on helping you with the transition to Gustavus and establishing a sense of belonging in this community.

As soon as you arrive on campus, you will experience the unmatched enthusiasm of the "Gustie Greeter" student orientation staff. They will welcome you at the entrances and be available across campus to assist with directions or any questions you may have throughout those first four days. They will also be facilitating your Orientation Group which is designed to help you connect more closely with other new students and a faculty member during Orientation and into the academic year. These small groups are great opportunities to discuss what you are looking forward to as well as any concerns you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out our top Frequently Asked Questions about New Student Orientation!

If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact Andrea Junso, Director of Campus Activities at 507-933-7598 or cao@gustavus.edu. We look forward to your arrival and Orientation 2025!

Move-In Day

Visit the Move-In Day Information Page and Map for more information specific to the first day!

Orientation Schedules

The Move-In Day, New Student Orientation, Transfer Student, and International Student schedules for 2024 are available below. The 2025 schedules will be available in July 2025.

First Stop Resources

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