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FALL 2021 New Student Orientation Registration is now open!
Mission:
Our mission for New Student Orientation is to provide you with the tools and information that will allow you to be successful at Mansfield University. We strive for a smooth transition to your new academic experience. The first step in your transition to MU is to register for Zoom sessions, which include a review of your schedule and participate in the online New Student Orientation, where you will learn about the campus, obtain information about campus resources.
Anticipated Outcomes:
By participating in orientation, students will:
- Feel prepared to transition to college life at Mansfield University
- Become familiar with both the campus and local environment
- Make connections new and current students
- Meet with a faculty member to review your academic schedule
- Become familiar with campus resources available to all students
- Be provided with an understanding of academic policies and procedures
- Familiarize yourself with the people and places necessary for your success at Mansfield University
Instructions:
All e-mail communications will be done through your Mansfield University e-mail account so it is of utmost importance for you to know how to access this as soon as possible. Your student ID number and Mansfield email address are on your confirmation of deposit letter and is needed for you to access the Password Reset tool to set up your own password. You may also need the email address and phone number that you provided to us on your application to Mansfield University.
There are multiple steps to your New Student Orientation:
We are excited that you have chosen to be part of the Mansfield University community and look forward to getting to know you. Scroll down to see the dates and regsitration button!
Feel free to contact us with any questions using the contact information found on this page.
Judith Brayer, Coordinator of New Student Orientation
Call 570-662-4818 or
e-mail at jbrayer@mansfield.edu anytime!
Orientation Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:15 PM
Looking for the "suite life?" Check out our great student housing ! Available to first-time and transfer students.
Orientation Information
- Orientation Registration
- Health Evaluation Report
- Summer Reading Assignment
- Submit AP and/or Transfer Credits
- Orientation Employment Opportunities
- Links and Downloads
- Offices
Important Orientation Information
August 2021 Start
In keeping with the guidelines mandated by the Governor of Pennsylvania to protect people’s health and safety, Mansfield University will be offering New Student Orientation via an online modality. The payment of your Admissions deposit will activate your account but you must register for a Zoom session date. All Zoom links will be sent to your Mansfield email account prior to your registered date. Attendance will be taken during the advising session.
Dates:
| First-Year Students | Transfer Students |
|---|---|
| April 24 -10:00 - 12:00 noon | June 23 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM |
| May 4 - 5:00 -7:00 PM | August 7 - 10:00 - 12:00 noon |
| June 2 - 5:00- 7:00 PM | |
| June 19 - 10:00 - 12:00 noon | |
| June 26 - 10:00 - 12:00 noon |
Register for your date here!
All new incoming students are required to complete a Health Evaluation Report. Forms must be completed and submitted to the address on the form prior to the first day of classes or move in. If your form is completed before your orientation date we would be happy to relay it to the clinic for you, just bring it with you to orientation and submit it during the paperwork session at the end of the day.
2021 Summer Reading Book
They Called Us Enemy by Geroge Takei
Students are instructed to read the book listed above and to answer one essay question below. This assignment will be due during the first week of classes in the Fall.
Summer Essay prompts - TBD
Choose ONE prompt and write a 250-500 word essay that responds to the prompt. Bring a print copy of your essay to the first meeting of your FYS class. Use MLA formatting: type a header with your name, your instructor’s name, FYS 1100, the date, and the number of your prompt; center your title; double space the paper; indent each new paragraph five spaces; number pages in the upper right-hand corner; and add the Works Cited to the bottom of the last page in MLA format.
Provide your Mansfield University Admissions Counselor with your AP and/or transfer credits (if applicable): Be sure to submit an OFFICIAL college transcript to the Mansfield University Office of Admissions, Ground Floor - South Hall, 71 South Academy Street, Mansfield, PA 16933, well in advance of your selected orientation date. For questions regarding transfer credits, please contact the Office of Admissions at 570-662-4243.
The hiring process for new Orientation Leaders happens in the Spring semester. Qualifications include strong communication skills, a working knowledge of campus life and the willingness to help assist new students and their families with the transition to Mansfield University.
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