You are an important part of your student’s college experience, and we created a number of orientation sessions and resources with you in mind. Whether you have been able to attend New Student Orientation with your student or not this summer, we are happy to make a number of our sessions available to you for review. We hope this provides you with helpful information as you prepare for your student's first year at Indiana University.
If your student has not included your contact information in their Student Center, urge them to do so that you can receive important newsletters, updates and information from Indiana University offices like FYE and the Dean of Students. They can do so by searching for Student Center in One.IU.
Enjoy exploring the Resources and Family pages of our website. Look for information about our family webinars, FYE newsletters, and other opportunities to keep you connected with information and life at Indiana University.
Explore recorded sessions
The original schedule of sessions, planned for the week of virtual New Student Orientation, is listed below. Click or tap on the "Play recorded sessions" button below to see the list of available recordings.
Welcome to the Hoosier family! We look forward to sharing Indiana University and the New Student Orientation experience with all our new Hoosiers and their supporters.
Attend this overview where we will walk through the orientation program as well as the many resources and opportunities available this week and beyond. By the end of this session, you will be on the fast track to becoming an IU insider for when you arrive on campus this year.
IU has a wide range of academic options for students—from multiple degree-granting schools and a huge selection of majors and minors. Join this session to learn about the structure of our academic programs, what to expect during advising, how General Education courses can shape a student’s academic experience, and the value of an IU degree.
Please note the following:
All are invited to attend.
This session is being offered at multiple times.
This is not a student’s academic advising appointment.
Financing your education and understanding bills and financial sources is a crucial part of success as a student. Luckily, the university’s financial experts are available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide you with the resources and tools to help your student manage their overall finances.
Start here with staff from Student Central—your one-stop shop for taking care of business so students can focus on their education. We will begin with a quick overview and then provide time to answer your individual, specific questions.
Learn tips, tricks, and what it takes to be successful in and out of the classroom from IU faculty.
Welcome to the Hoosier family! We look forward to sharing Indiana University and the New Student Orientation experience with all our new Hoosiers and their supporters.
Attend this overview where we will walk through the orientation program as well as the many resources and opportunities available this week and beyond. By the end of this session, you will be on the fast track to becoming an IU insider for when you arrive on campus this year.
Join this informational session to learn about the benefits of living on campus and what your student can do to prepare for move-in.
Join this session to learn about IU Dining, the new meal plan components, resources for supporting nutritional and dietary needs, and more.
From transportation to tutoring to getting involved—learn the tips and tools that students will need on campus.
This session is for Hutton Honors College students and family supporters only. Presenters will focus on the course registration process and any questions that come up.
Note: This is not a student’s academic advising meeting.
Wednesday, June 22
Join staff from the Student Health Center and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) to learn about resources available to students on campus. Get the support students need to stay healthy—physically and mentally.
Students can and should explore their interests, build connections, serve their community, and find their people through campus involvement. There are many ways to get involved on campus through experiences like Late Nite, IU Outdoor Adventures, community service, and student organizations. With over 750 different student organizations including social and business sororities and fraternities, multicultural and international organizations, club sports, service and philanthropy groups, academic focused organizations, and social organizations, there is a student organization and involvement opportunity for everyone. Join this session to learn how students can get involved on campus.
with Jeannette Lehr
Find everything you need from maps to Canvas to events on the IU Mobile app. Download it today and log in for personalized content. You’ll even be able to find Welcome Week and Hoosier Experience events under the First Year Experience section.
Learn tips, tricks, and what it takes to be successful in and out of the classroom from IU faculty.
Each school at IU and the College of Arts and Sciences has its own dedicated career center. Learn about how career services at IU can help you prepare and plan ahead for what you need to consider to make the most of your time.
This session is intended for families and supporters only. Student life at IU is vibrant and varied, and students have many choices they can make along their journey. Each brings learning and growth. The Division of Student Affairs oversees many of the services, resources, and opportunities for students during their years at IU—from involvement and activities, to conduct and safety, and support and well-being. Join this session to learn more the many ways IU supports and engages students throughout their time at IU and helps them live the Indiana Promise. We will also discuss the important partnership between IU, families and supporters, and students.
IU has a wide range of academic options for students—from multiple degree-granting schools and a huge selection of majors and minors. Join this session to learn about the structure of our academic programs, what to expect during advising, how General Education courses can shape a student’s academic experience, and the value of an IU degree.
Please note the following:
All are invited to attend.
This session is being offered at multiple times.
This is not a student’s academic advising appointment.
Financing your education and understanding bills and financial sources is a crucial part of success as a student. Luckily, the university’s financial experts are available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide you with the resources and tools to help your student manage their overall finances.
Start here with staff from Student Central—your one-stop shop for taking care of business so students can focus on their education. We will begin with a quick overview and then provide time to answer your individual, specific questions.
Thursday, June 23
This session is for Hutton Honors College students and family supporters only. Presenters will focus on the course registration process and any questions that come up.
Note: This is not a student’s academic advising meeting.
Join current students and staff to discover how IU best serves international students and what you want to consider as you start classes at IU.
Keep in mind that all immigration and visa questions should be directed tonewtoiu@iu.edu.
From transportation to tutoring to getting involved—learn the tips and tools that students will need on campus.
Join this informational session to learn about the benefits of living on campus and what you student can do to prepare for move-in.
Join this session to learn about IU Dining, the new meal plan components, resources for supporting nutritional and dietary needs, and more.
Join staff from the Student Health Center and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) to learn about resources available to students on campus. Get the support students need to stay healthy—physically and mentally.
Students can and should explore their interests, build connections, serve their community, and find their people through campus involvement. There are many ways to get involved on campus through experiences like Late Nite, IU Outdoor Adventures, community service, and student organizations. With over 750 different student organizations including social and business sororities and fraternities, multicultural and international organizations, club sports, service and philanthropy groups, academic focused organizations, and social organizations, there is a student organization and involvement opportunity for everyone. Join this session to learn how students can get involved on campus.
with Jeanette Lehr
Find everything you need from maps to Canvas to events on the IU Mobile app. Download it today and log in for personalized content. You’ll even be able to find Welcome Week and Hoosier Experience events under the First Year Experience section.
Join this session to learn about the many academic opportunities for direct admits to the Kelley School of Business.
Learn how getting involved in sororities and fraternities can help students meet new friends, learn more about campus life, and lead to personal and professional success.
Friday, June 24
Financing your education and understanding bills and financial sources is a crucial part of success as a student. Luckily, the university’s financial experts are available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide you with the resources and tools to help your student manage their overall finances.
Start here with staff from Student Central—your one-stop shop for taking care of business so students can focus on their education. We will begin with a quick overview and then provide time to answer your individual, specific questions.
Each school at IU and the College of Arts and Sciences has its own dedicated career center. Learn about how career services at IU can help your student prepare and plan ahead for what they need to consider to make the most of their time.
This session is intended for families and supporters only. Student life at IU is vibrant and varied, and students have many choices they can make along their journey. Each brings learning and growth. The Division of Student Affairs oversees many of the services, resources, and opportunities for students during their years at IU—from involvement and activities, to conduct and safety, and support and well-being. Join this session to learn more the many ways IU supports and engages students throughout their time at IU and helps them live the Indiana Promise. We will also discuss the important partnership between IU, families and supporters, and students.
Transfer students know what if feels like and means to be a college student. But they may still be new to IU Bloomington, and we can’t wait to tell them all about it. Come check in, meet each other, and let us share our IU experience. We will give students and their families the inside scoop about how to best navigate campus, connect with others, and know that their decision to transfer here was a great one.
Learn more to get ready for your student’s first year
