Heading to the Heights
You’re Officially a Dolphin! Congratulations!
Next step? Orientation! Get ready for your first rite of passage as a Dolphin – Le Moyne’s first-year orientation program, Heading to the Heights.
Important dates on your road to the Heights
Here’s a guide to important deadlines. If you have any questions, contact orientation@lemoyne.edu.
- May 15 – Deadline to complete your New Student Checklist. Confirm your major, provide your academic preferences, and sign up for Summer Welcome and Advising Week sessions.
- May – early June – Attend one of four virtual Summer Welcome sessions. These hour long sessions take place on the evenings of May 5, May 16, May 28, and June 9.
- Weeks of June 17 and 24 – Attend a virtual Advising Week session for your major. Sign up for a group meeting with an advisor in your discipline and fellow classmates.
- August 21 – Move In. First-year residents will check in and move into their new room. Optional sessions will be available for students and families to learn more about Le Moyne.
- August 22-24 – Fall Arrival. Students will take part in 2 ½ days of our August orientation program. Required of all new students.
- August 26 – Classes begin. Students will attend the first day of fall classes.
- August 28 – Mass of the Holy Spirit. (Classes scheduled for 11 a.m. and 12 Noon will not be held. Classes resume at 1 p.m.)
- September 2 – Labor Day. (Classes will be held.)
- September 20-22 – Family Weekend. (Classes will be held. Families are welcome to visit campus.)
Orientation Events for You!
Our orientation program begins with our virtual Summer Welcomes and concludes with Fall Arrival as you prepare on campus for your first college days. Through thoughtful programming and events, you'll meet your your classmates, faculty and the Le Moyne College community who can’t wait to welcome you!
Summer Welcome
May 1 – June 15
For Students & Families
Online
(Required) Join us for one of four Summer Welcome sessions on May 5 at 7 pm, May 16 at 5 pm, May 28 at 7 pm and June 9 at 5 pm. These sessions last about one hour and are conducted via Zoom. During it, you’ll meet your class dean and learn how to prepare for orientation and your first semester at Le Moyne. Both students and families can participate so that everyone is in the loop. Make sure to attend so that you can plan ahead for summer. RSVP by May 15 using your Student Portal.
Summer Welcome
May 1 – June 15
For Students & Families
Online
(Required) Join us for one of four Summer Welcome sessions on May 5 at 7 pm, May 16 at 5 pm, May 28 at 7 pm and June 9 at 5 pm. These sessions last about one hour and are conducted via Zoom. During it, you’ll meet your class dean and learn how to prepare for orientation and your first semester at Le Moyne. Both students and families can participate so that everyone is in the loop. Make sure to attend so that you can plan ahead for summer. RSVP by May 15 using your Student Portal.
Weeks of June 17 & 24
For Students Only
Online
(Required) Sign up for an Advising Week session to discuss your major and get access to a draft of your fall courses. These group meetings held on Zoom will provide you and fellow students with an opportunity to talk with a faculty member representing your major. (Undeclared students will meet with trained advisors in the Student Success Center.) Schedule changes will still occur throughout the summer, but this sneak peak can be really helpful. RSVP by May 15 using your Student Portal.
Weeks of June 17 & 24
For Students Only
Online
(Required) Sign up for an Advising Week session to discuss your major and get access to a draft of your fall courses. These group meetings held on Zoom will provide you and fellow students with an opportunity to talk with a faculty member representing your major. (Undeclared students will meet with trained advisors in the Student Success Center.) Schedule changes will still occur throughout the summer, but this sneak peak can be really helpful. RSVP by May 15 using your Student Portal.
July – August
For Students & Families
Online
(Optional) Join us for engaging conversations to learn about life at Le Moyne and what resources are available. These Zoom webinars will take place throughout July and August. Topics include Anticipating Academics (July 9), Finding your Fit (July 18), Prioritizing your Wellbeing (July 24), and Navigating your Finances (August 1). Following each session, recordings will be available. RSVP using your Student Portal.
July – August
For Students & Families
Online
(Optional) Join us for engaging conversations to learn about life at Le Moyne and what resources are available. These Zoom webinars will take place throughout July and August. Topics include Anticipating Academics (July 9), Finding your Fit (July 18), Prioritizing your Wellbeing (July 24), and Navigating your Finances (August 1). Following each session, recordings will be available. RSVP using your Student Portal.
July 12 or July 29
For Students & Families
On Campus
(Optional) Do you want even more information about Le Moyne? Students and families are strongly encouraged to attend Heading to the Heights on July 12 and July 29. These day-long visits to campus are a great way for students and families to settle in even more. Hear about academics and getting involved while you get your questions answered. RSVP using your Student Portal.
July 12 or July 29
For Students & Families
On Campus
(Optional) Do you want even more information about Le Moyne? Students and families are strongly encouraged to attend Heading to the Heights on July 12 and July 29. These day-long visits to campus are a great way for students and families to settle in even more. Hear about academics and getting involved while you get your questions answered. RSVP using your Student Portal.
August 21
For Students & Families
On Campus
(Optional) Moving onto campus may make you excited and a bit nervous. We understand, so we have set aside a whole day for this for first-year students. New students will move onto campus on Wednesday, August 21. We offer a centralized check-in process so you’ll get your orientation materials and key at the College’s Event Center. You’ll then drive over to your residence hall as your belongings get carried to your room by Le Moyne’s move-in crew. This squad of resident advisors and orientation leaders will cheer you on as you get settled in.
August 21
For Students & Families
On Campus
(Optional) Moving onto campus may make you excited and a bit nervous. We understand, so we have set aside a whole day for this for first-year students. New students will move onto campus on Wednesday, August 21. We offer a centralized check-in process so you’ll get your orientation materials and key at the College’s Event Center. You’ll then drive over to your residence hall as your belongings get carried to your room by Le Moyne’s move-in crew. This squad of resident advisors and orientation leaders will cheer you on as you get settled in.
August 22-24
For Students Only
On Campus
(Required) As a member of the Class of ’28, you’ll participate in Le Moyne’s 2 ½ day orientation program. Designed to support both commuting and residential students, you’ll gather with classmates for programming that will help you start the semester strong. During Fall Arrival, you get to meet your academic advisor and your COR 100 instructor and engage in activities that showcase resources and support services. We will end our orientation program festivities by celebrating the start of the new school year!
August 22-24
For Students Only
On Campus
(Required) As a member of the Class of ’28, you’ll participate in Le Moyne’s 2 ½ day orientation program. Designed to support both commuting and residential students, you’ll gather with classmates for programming that will help you start the semester strong. During Fall Arrival, you get to meet your academic advisor and your COR 100 instructor and engage in activities that showcase resources and support services. We will end our orientation program festivities by celebrating the start of the new school year!
The Class of 2028 is on ZeeMee! Join your fellow Dolphins on the official social media channel for the Class of 2028 – ZeeMee. This exclusive group for first-year students who’ve committed to Le Moyne is an informal way to meet fellow new ‘Phins, connect with your future roommate, join live virtual social events and more!
See Where You’ll Live!
Take a moment to check out our three first-year residences so that you know what to expect when you move in.
Being a 'Phin has provided me with so much more for my future than I could have ever imagined. Beyond the classrooms that consistently pushed my boundaries on what I know and my skill sets, there are the people that have been here to support me and always lend a helping hand. The community of Le Moyne is unlike any other and is what I believe to be one of the greatest foundations for success.”
Helpful Resources for You & Your Family
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