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CONGRATULATIONS ON BECOMING A MOUNTIE!

 

Dates for the Summer 2022 Orientation Program:

First-Year Student On-Campus Events:

  • August 17 - Make-up Session   

Transfer Student On-Campus Events:

  • August 6

Important Information

All students new to Mansfield University are required to attend an on-campus Orientation.  The Orientation fee will be added to the Fall invoice. 

Parents /supporters are highly encouraged to attend but it is not required.  

For First-Year Students: If you are living on campus, you will move into your room in the morning and attend Orientation in the afternoon.

Transfer Students:  August 6 will be a late morning session.

Agendas: 
                August 6 - Coming soon

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. 

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 is included in your confirmation of deposit letter and may be needed for you to access the accounts.mansfield.edu link to set up your own password. 

Process:

  1. Register for the on-campus Orientation event - select one date on the registration form.
  2. Complete any online modules - more information will be provided at a later date.
  3. Attend Mountie Day activities scheduled for August, just prior to the start of classes.

Feel free to contact us with any questions using the contact information found on this page.

 

Mansfield University Mountie leading the charge.

Contact Us!

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

New Student Housing

Looking for the "suite life?" Check out our great student housing ! Available to first-time and transfer students.

Orientation Information

August 2022 Start 

Registration link

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.

Health Evaluation Report - Click here

2022 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.