RIT Orientation 2023

Join the Newman Community at RIT at the first weekly Catholic Mass of the semester.

Join your COMS groups and staff and enjoy a day at the farm!

Head into the city of Rochester with the Orientation Team and RIT staff for an afternoon of minor league baseball at Innovative Field. Cheer on our local Rochester Red Wings as they take on the Worcester Red Sox. Transportation will be provided. Buses will be leaving C Lot at 12:00 PM. Please report to the Lot at 11:30 to get on a bus!


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Join the RIT Pagans for their first weekly meeting. All are welcome!

Join the Newman Community at RIT at the fist weekly Catholic Mass of the semester.

Rochester has some amazing food trucks and we've brought a few to campus for you to try. Stop outside of the Gordon Field House and grab a bite to eat.

Join the TABLE Lutheran-Episcopal Campus Ministry as they celebrate their first service of the semester, followed by dinner at 7:15pm in the Skalny Room.

Join the College Activities Board for an evening of activities including yard games and snacks from Outback Kettlekorn and Snowie Shaved Ice.

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Enjoy fireworks to celebrate the end of Orientation and the beginning of the school year.

For more information, contact your ROTC program directly.

Join the Women in Computing Program and fellow WiC students to visit the Seneca Park Zoo.

Club members will demonstrate and teach new students how to write a few Chinese characters on xuan paper using brushes and calligraphy ink.

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Join in on the Orientation Fun with some big inflatables and attractions!

Hosting a game of bubble soccer for students to come and play. Bubble soccer is essentially just soccer while enclosed in a huge bubble to bump around in.

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Join the RIT SAE Clean Snowmobile Team at our "Clean Chills & Carbon-Free Thrills" event behind Gracie's! Grab a refreshing snow cone or root beer float while learning more about the team, its members, and the annual competition we compete in.

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Join the Vis Viva E-board in this interactive workshop that will lead you through a warm-up/stretch and a dance combo for all to learn.

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Show up on your own or with a team for round Robin tournament play!

Get ready for BrickHack's scavenger hunt, Finding Ricky! Join the search for 200 figurines of our beloved mascot, Ricky the Brick, scattered throughout the campus dorm side. Collect your discoveries and turn them in for prizes on Saturday, Aug. 26 from noon-2:00 p.m. in the Student Alumni Union Lobby.

Find out who your mentor is for the year.

Mix and mingle with old friends and make some new ones while playing Spikeball with nets and balls provided by RIT Roundnet.

Join Outdoor Education for an Open House and Freshman Free Climb at one of the top collegiate indoor climbing facilities in the country. All skill levels are welcome.

For transportation to the Red Barn, we encourage students to use the "Weekend Campus Shuttle" that picks up and drops off at Global Village and UC West, the two closest locations to the Red Barn. The shuttle will make stops all around campus approximately every hour, which ensures you can get exactly where you need to go in a quick and efficient manner. To view the shuttle schedule, please visit here: https://www.rit.edu/parking/14-weekend-campus-shuttle-0

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Women in Engineering Mentee Survey

Join us for an exciting and competitive Calisthenics 1-on-1 Challenge. Participants can showcase their strength, endurance, and skills in a series of calisthenics exercises. This challenge is open to individuals of all fitness levels who are passionate about calisthenics and want to push their limits. There is a cash prize for all winners.

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A friendly game of bocce with the RIT Curling club.

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Come find community, ask questions, and learn tips on how to navigate RIT as a disabled student! We will talk about situations you might encounter regarding accessibility, accommodations, and campus life, and give you tricks we've learned over the years to make your start of college as smooth as possible. Then we'll hang out and make pins! Note: this is a club-organized event and is not formally associated with RIT Office of Disability Services.

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Play frisbee with RIT Hot Wheelz and learn more about our club!

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Join RIT Racing, the Formula SAE Team at RIT, for some summer fun with lawn games! We'll have games like KanJam, spike ball, cornhole, and more! Be sure to check out some of our Formula SAE racecars too! Meet the team and see the cool things we do. The event is open to all, so come join us!

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A fun and energetic activity inspired by "Taiko no Tatsujin," a popular rhythm game from Nintendo. In this interactive session, participants will engage in a physical rendition of the game. Participants will hit the taiko drums, synchronizing their beats with the video that will be played on the projector. Points are allocated according to the precision of drum hits, with prizes awarded to the top three scorers.

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Join Sigmas to make your own keychain! Create an accessory to add to your bookbag for the new school year.

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Join the Women in Engineering for ice cream and socializing!

Come and experience Asian culutre through the performance of the lion dance and Chinese dance. While you are there, learn about the Chinese Culture Club.

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Looking for new hair accessories? Come join us for some DIY bows. Learn different ways to style and design it to your liking!

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Meet the students of Cru over pizza and ice cream sandwiches. Hang out and enjoy yard games, music, and conversation. Foods for all dietary needs will be provided.

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Rochester has some amazing food trucks and we've brought a few to campus for you to try. Stop outside of the Gordon Field House and grab a bite to eat.

Show off your dance skills with the Asian Culture Dance Crew/NOVA as you jam out to K-Pop songs. MCs and dance crew members will help you bust a move during this interactive game.

Join the RIT Anime Club for our inaugural showing of the phenomenal film, Lupin III: The First!

Learn about the Computing Organization for Multicultural Students program and meet the faculty and staff that will support you at RIT.

An improv comedy show where we're going to be pulling out our best home-grown funnies!

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Want free wings and drinks? We got you! Come join alpha Kappa Delta Phi and Lambda Phi Epsilon at the Greek Lawn for some savory Korean BBQ wings and ice cold bubble tea.

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Location Change due to weather: Ritter Arena

Join the Electronic Dance Music (EDM) Club as we kick off the new school year with our much-anticipated Brick Bash! Featuring high-energy performances by our very own DJs on a giant outdoor stage complete with professional performance lighting along with campus-shaking sound. Brick Bash promises to be a legendary night you won't want to miss!

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Bring your friends along for a night of karaoke signing with the RIT A Cappella Council. Belt your favorite songs and even duet with current RIT A Cappella members.

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Join us for a showing of Fred Wolf's "The Point" (1971). Dress in your grooviest pajamas as we watch and discuss this psychedelic film. Popcorn will be provided.

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Join Orientation for an Outdoor Movie! We will be watching Fast X.

Meet the members of the League of RIT while competing in an epic Riot Games tournament! Games include League of Legends, VALORANT, Teamfight Tactics, Legends of Runeterra, and Wild Rift. Winners will take home victory and prizes!

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Join us for the largest gaming community event happening during Orientation! Meet your campus gaming groups ranging from digital to analog games.

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RIT offers a shuttle for all students and guests. Pick up stops include Parking Lot F, Parking Lot S, Global Village, and NTID. The full schedule is available on the Orientation app.

Kick off volunteer engagement with the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement! This session is if you are in RIT 365 Block 3.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Drop in Advising

Meet your RIT 365 facilitators as they prepare to help integrate you into campus during your first semester as a Tiger!

Looking for some RIT gear? Stop by the Campus Store!

Kick off volunteer engagement with the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement! This session is if you are in RIT 365 Block 5.

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

If you are not living on campus and need to pick up your ID card, stop by the ID Card Office during open hours.

Drop in Advising

Feel free to drop in and talk with your academic advisor about your fall semester schedule or any other questions you will have. Please refer to the PDF in the CampusGroups app as to where your specific college is hosting open advising hours.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

This is a mandatory Orientation for Global Scholars and exchange students. The RIT Global office will answer all your questions regarding meal plans, bill payment, on-campus job opportunities, and other information specific to your program. We will also talk about mandatory professional development activities, as well as fun outings throughout the semester.

The RIT Veterans Club provides resources and support to student veterans and military-affiliated students. These students have complex issues in terms of navigating VA benefits, financial aid packages, and how to maximize the use of their hard-earned benefits.

Drop in Advising

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Meet your RIT 365 facilitators as they prepare to help integrate you into campus during your first semester as a Tiger!

Kick off volunteer engagement with the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement! This session is if you are in RIT 365 Block 4.

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Furnish your living space at incredibly low prices with reclaimed goods at this giant thrift sale on campus.

Access services requested.

Drop in Advising

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Meet your RIT 365 facilitators as they prepare to help integrate you into campus during your first semester as a Tiger!

Grab lunch with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Join the RIT Global team on an trip to one of the seven wonders of the world, Niagara Falls.

Grab lunch with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Join the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement for our Orientation Blood Drive! Our goal is to collect 52 units from the RIT community to help meet the Red Cross' critical need.

Kick off volunteer engagement with the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement! This session is if you are in RIT 365 Block 1.

Meet your RIT 365 facilitators as they prepare to help integrate you into campus during your first semester as a Tiger!

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for RIT365 Liftoff!

Kick off volunteer engagement with the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement! This session is if you are in RIT 365 Block 2.

Meet your RIT 365 facilitators as they prepare to help integrate you into campus during your first semester as a Tiger!

For more information, contact your ROTC program directly.

Orientation is almost over. Take this time to get your questions ready for our annual Ask Me Anything with your Orientation Leader!

During Ask Me Anything (AMA), you will meet with your Orientation Leader and your small group to ask any last-minute questions as your last time together before classes start on Monday.

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Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Welcome to the Women in Computing Program (WiC)! During this session, you will learn about the program and enjoy a great meal together.

During Ask Me Anything (AMA), you will meet with your Orientation Leader and your small group to ask any last-minute questions as your last time together before classes start on Monday.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

An opportunity for new Jewish students on campus to meet each other and get to know some of the options that RIT Hillel offers in the Hillel House.

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Join Chabad at RIT for Shabbat services followed by dinner.

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Come sing, praise, and worship the Lord with us! All are welcome.

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Come join the Graphic Design Club for a DIY Night! Customize your own canvas pouch, write a welcome message to new classmates, and much more! Also, help us decorate our photo booth area and take a picture with some fellow incoming students!

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Learn about Latin culture and dance during this social night open to all!

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Enjoy a sweet treat while learning how chemistry is part of everyday life with Alpha Chi Sigma! Try out some of our homemade liquid nitrogren ice cream.

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Learn the basics on chainmail weaves and patterns with the Metalworks Club. No prior experience is required and supplies will be provided.

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Join the RIT Drag Club for a performance in Fireside Lounge.

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We will play a number of comedy improv games and spend a few minutes teaching some basic fundamentals!

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Join the College Activities Board and New Student Orientation for a movie and dessert night! Treats will be provided by Mochinut and Insomnia Cookies. We will be watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3!

Location Change due to rain: Ingle Auditorium
CAB Movie Night showing Guardian of the Galaxy. CAB will be providing desserts that includes Mochinut & Insomnia Cookies. Event is sponsored by Insomnia Cookies.

Honors students will join faculty and staff from the RIT Honors Program in a weekend full of information and activites. Please see the PDF in the Honors section of the CampusGroups app for full details.

RIT offers a shuttle for all students and guests. Pick up stops include Parking Lot F, Parking Lot S, Global Village, and NTID. The full schedule is available on the Orientation app.

Get ready for a day of traditions: the class photo, Tiger Walk, and New Student Convocation. Your Orientation Leader will serve as your guide.

Participate in your first RIT tradition as a member of the Tiger family! Gather at the RIT Baseball Field for a group photo of all incoming students.

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Looking for some RIT gear? Stop by the Campus Store!

If you are not living on campus and need to pick up your ID card, stop by the ID Card Office during open hours.

The RIT Veterans Club provides resources and support to student veterans and military-affiliated students. These students have complex issues in terms of navigating VA benefits, financial aid packages, and how to maximize the use of their hard-earned benefits.

Your official welcome into the Tiger family! Faculty and staff will cheer you on as you enter New Student Convocation. Tiger Walk will start after the Class Photo on the RIT Baseball Field and follow the path down Fox Lane into the Gordon Field House and Activities Center.

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Furnish your living space at incredibly low prices with reclaimed goods at this giant thrift sale on campus.

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Celebrate the beginning of a new year as faculty and staff formally welcome you to the RIT family. The program includes remarks by RIT President David Munson, Provost Prabu David, and other senior administrators.

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Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for your next Orientation experience.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader and group members for group time. With your group, you will review educational technologies such as Student Information Systems (SIS), Starfish, and MyCourses. These technologies will help you be successful during your time at RIT.

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Grab lunch with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader and group members for group time. With your group, you will review educational technologies such as Student Information Systems (SIS), Starfish, and MyCourses. These technologies will help you be successful during your time at RIT.

Grab lunch with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

An introduction to RIT Graduate School services, graduate student organizations, and an overview of some need-to-know resources.

Learn from your advisors and college staff what you need to know to manage your course schedule and be ready for the fall semester.

Join the College Panhellenic Council to make your own bracelet!

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Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Interact with Liberal Arts faculty and staff and play cornhole.

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Join the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Resource Center for an afternoon of crafts and yummy snacks.

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Join faculty and staff from your college for games, prizes, food, and entertainment. Numerous clubs from the college will also be there.

Feel free to drop in and talk with your academic advisor about your fall semester schedule or any other questions you will have. Please refer to the PDF in the CampusGroups app as to where your specific college is hosting open advising hours.

Drop in Advising

Hear from Saunders College of Business faculty and staff about the Accelerated MBA program.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Grab your passport to Student Success in the Infinity Quad or in Fireside Lounge (SAU). Explore resources to get the most out of your learning. (Giveaways, better GPAs, and check in for chances to win!). Academic Success Center, Bates Study Center, Expressive Communication Center, Wallace Library, Writing Center. Beware, there are Tigers everywhere…

Please start the Safari at the Infinity Quad, where you'll receive a passport to use on your journey!

Hear from Saunders College of Business faculty and staff about the study abroad opportunities available to business students.

For new Graduate students following the RIT Graduate Student Orientation.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for your next Orientation experience.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

RIT is a place where you can begin or continue a healthy lifestyle. Connect with the many wellness programs and services available to you at RIT.

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Join graduate students, faculty, and staff at our welcome reception to celebrate the start of the fall semester! Hors d'oeuvres and drink tickets will be provided at this networking event to meet and mingle with the RIT community.

Gather for a cozy and calm game night! Enjoy board games, card games, and interactive activities while connecting with other students. Refreshments will be provided.

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Access services requested.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

RIT is a place where you can begin or continue a healthy lifestyle. Connect with the many wellness programs and services available to you at RIT.

Join the RIT Space Exploration Club in using randomized items to create a plan to complete a space-related mission.

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50 min show by Comedian Ryan Erwin followed by a Meet & Greet and Tie Dye Post show.

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Join Agape Christian Fellowship for ice cream, freeze pops, and other frozen desserts. Connect with new and current students, hear tips and tricks about college, and learn more about what it's like to be a Christian at RIT.

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Computer Science House (CSH) is hosting a game night filled with video games, board games, and more! We will also be bringing our fully custom arcade cabinet Devcade for people to play and use. Learn about CSH, chat with our current members, and play fun games!

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A great time to meet other freshmen. Painting with a Twist is your typical painting session, except with a not-so-typical twist. Curious what the twist is? You'll have to come find out! All levels of painting experience are welcomed.

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Step onto the stage and showcase your talents during this open mic night at Global Village. All are welcome to participate.

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Climb at one of the top collegiate indoor climbing facilities in the country. All skill levels are welcome. An on-campus shuttle is available to transport you to the Red Barn Climbing Gym. The shuttle leaves from Grace Watson Hall and runs on a loop starting at 8:20 p.m. until 11:20 p.m.

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Join the RIT Space Exploration Club for a night of stargazing.

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Join Orientation for an Outdoor Movie! Tonight we are watching Everything, Everywhere, All At Once!

RIT offers a shuttle for all students and guests. Pick up stops include Parking Lot F, Parking Lot S, Global Village, and NTID. The full schedule is available on the Orientation app.

Academics are why you came to RIT so get ready to meet the faculty, staff, and students in your new college. Meet up on Greek Lawn and find your college color and then Orientation Leaders will guide you to your college's academic day location.

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Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Spend the day at your new college. Meet the faculty and staff you'll be working with and your new classmates. You will be directed to your assigned location.

Our introduction to the undergraduate academic advising program includes overviews of advising roles, expectations for students and advisors, and the importance of academic advising to support student success.

Looking for some RIT gear? Stop by the Campus Store!

If you are not living on campus and need to pick up your ID card, stop by the ID Card Office during open hours.

The RIT Veterans Club provides resources and support to student veterans and military-affiliated students. These students have complex issues in terms of navigating VA benefits, financial aid packages, and how to maximize the use of their hard-earned benefits.

Furnish your living space at incredibly low prices with reclaimed goods at this giant thrift sale on campus.

Access services requested.

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Drop in Advising

Did you know that employers start recruiting graduate students a year or more in advance? Make sure you set yourself up for success and get ready for the Fall recruiting season by attending our Graduate Career Bootcamp! Through this event, you will learn how to create a graduate-level resume, job and internship recruiting timelines and tools, and how to effectively network with employers and alumni.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for your next Orientation experience.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

RIT is a community that embraces all students, faculty, and staff from different cultures, perspectives, and beliefs. Join us to find your home away from home and learn the many resources available to support you at RIT.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

RIT is a community that embraces all students, faculty, and staff from different cultures, perspectives, and beliefs. Join us to find your home away from home and learn the many resources available to support you at RIT.

Changing location indoors due to rain.

Want to meet new people? Come hang out with us and play some volleyball and yard games, including cornhole, spike ball, and KanJam. No experience needed.

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Come see what Foam Dart Club is all about! There's a thrilling course set up for a foam dart battle!

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Join us for a night of crafting, including creating and decorating your own pellet drum. Add to our clay cherry blossom tree by making your own Sakura petals to add to the sculpture!

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Join us for a trivia night with music and dessert snacks from RIT Catering. Desserts include cookies, brownies, and fruit tarts.

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Freshen up your dorm with a DIY diffuser or airplant!

Join the sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha for a stress-free painting and pajama party! Mingle with other students while finding your creative flair.

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Moving inside due to rain.

Join Phi Kappa Psi for music, lawn games, and volleyball!

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Come hang out with the brothers of Phi Sigma Kappa to play some yard games and enjoy some free pizza.

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A few games of dodgeball in the mini gym open to all.

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Climb at one of the top collegiate indoor climbing facilities in the country. All skill levels are welcome. An on-campus shuttle is available to transport you to the Red Barn Climbing Gym. The shuttle leaves from Grace Watson Hall and runs on a loop starting at 8:20 p.m. until 11:20 p.m.

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Join the Spoken Communication Club for an accessible bingo night! Captions, interpreters, and other accommodations will be provided. Test your luck and win one of our snack prizes.

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This movie is being moved indoors due to rain. We will be in the SAU- Ingle Auditorium.
Join Orientation for an Outdoor Movie! Tonight we are watching Transformers!

RIT offers a shuttle for all students and guests. Pick up stops include Parking Lot F, Parking Lot S, Global Village, and NTID. The full schedule is available on the Orientation app.

Didn't have a chance to check in on Welcome Day? Don't worry! Come to the Gordon Field House and Activities Center (GOR) Mezzanine Level and we can get you set up for the week!

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Looking for some RIT gear? Stop by the Campus Store!

If you are not living on campus and need to pick up your ID card, stop by the ID Card Office during open hours.

The RIT Veterans Club provides resources and support to student veterans and military-affiliated students. These students have complex issues in terms of navigating VA benefits, financial aid packages, and how to maximize the use of their hard-earned benefits.

Furnish your living space at incredibly low prices with reclaimed goods at this giant thrift sale on campus.

Access services requested.

Meet up with your Orientation Leader as you prepare for your next Orientation experience.

Grab lunch with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Meet your Orientation Leader (OL) and your small group of other new students who you will be connecting with throughout Orientation week.

Grab lunch with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Meet your Orientation Leader (OL) and your small group of other new students who you will be connecting with throughout Orientation week.

Welcome to our African, Latino, Asian, and Native American (ALANA) students! We invite all ALANA students to engage in an afternoon of community and fun. Meet students, staff, faculty, and alumni from across the RIT campus including the Division for Diversity & Inclusion. Have fun and take pictures at the photo booth, dance, play games, and toast to the start of the academic year. There are many ways to get engage and build community! Stop by to learn and connect with your RIT family. We are here to be your home away from home.

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Join us for a brief overview of how NTID will support our Deaf/Hard of Hearing students through the first few days of orientation and how we can best help you navigate the transition.

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Welcome the Performing Arts Scholars program! This event will help you to learn about the program, meet the faculty and staff, and connect with other students.

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Are you part of the LGBTQ+ community? We have a vibrant LGBTQ+ community here at RIT, and want to welcome you!

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Welcome session for our Fall 2023 Combined Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's students! Our newest Accelerated Scholars are invited to join us for a short introduction of the program and hear from college campus partners. Then, you're invited to talk with program directors and meet fellow Accelerated Scholars while enjoying an ice cream snack or fruit bar. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Meet up with your RA on your residence hall floor to prepare to attend your specific building meetings and dinner.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Meet Off-Campus and Commuter Services team, connect with other commuters, get your questions answered, and enjoy the dinner!

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Residence Life welcomes all Apartment Residents to kick off the 2023 academic-year. You'll be able to meet some wonderful individuals living in your community while also enjoying some delicious snacks. Your Grad Resident Advisors (RAs) will be present for you to meet. Come on by and say hello!

Residence Life staff will review the policies, procedures, and helpful hints to kick off your residential living experience. This session is for students that live in Gibson Hall, Baker Hall, Douglas-Sprauge Perry Hall, Ellingson (6-12), and Gleason Hall. Please see the PDF in the CampusGroups app for assigned locations.

Grab dinner with members of your Orientation group. Your Orientation Leader will instruct you on the location.

Residence Life staff will review the policies, procedures, and helpful hints to kick off your residential living experience.

Learn more about the RITSEC club, dedicated to teaching "security through the community." See our space, hang out, play games, and meet current members.

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DIY Make & Take Event consists of yarn/tuft coasters, bead bracelets, paintable handheld mirrors, polaroids and frames decorating.

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Stop by the Fireside Lounge to see what talents our Orientation staff have to share!

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Climb at one of the top collegiate indoor climbing facilities in the country. All skill levels are welcome. An on-campus shuttle is available to transport you to the Red Barn Climbing Gym. The shuttle leaves from Grace Watson Hall and runs on a loop starting at 8:20 p.m. until 11:20 p.m.

Access services requested.

Come meet your Student Government representatives, tie dye shirts, and enjoy some ice cream.

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A time of musical worship and prayer as you begin the semester

Join Orientation for an Indoor Movie! Tonight we are watching Creed III!

Meet your RIT 365 facilitators as they prepare to help integrate you into campus during your first semester as a Tiger!

RIT offers a shuttle for all students and guests. Pick up stops include Parking Lot F, Parking Lot S, Global Village, and NTID. The full schedule is available on the Orientation app.

If you are not living on campus and need to pick up your ID card, stop by the ID Card Office during open hours.

Welcome to RIT, your home away from home. Please refer to your move-in group, time, and color as assigned to you by RIT Housing via mylife.rit.edu.

Check into Orientation, receive your new RIT Tigers T-shirt, and begin your Transfer Orientation experience!

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Do you have questions about your financial aid package? Financial aid counselors will be available to answer detailed questions.

Looking for some RIT gear? Stop by the Campus Store!

Check in to begin your Orientation experience and receive the true Tiger Welcome!

Stop by the Resource Fair with your family to get your questions answered, meet members of the RIT community, take care of business, and get information about available RIT and area resources and services.

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The RIT Veterans Club provides resources and support to student veterans and military-affiliated students. These students have complex issues in terms of navigating VA benefits, financial aid packages, and how to maximize the use of their hard-earned benefits.

By attending this session, you'll meet the members of our Orientation team, receive an overview of the Transfer Orientation schedule, and then head to your new college/program.

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We want to start your day off with the most important part of the Transfer Orientation program: preparing you to begin your classes at RIT. You'll have the opportunity to meet faculty and staff from your college to help to get you ready for the semester.

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While your student is in their academic program, take this self-guided tour of campus and learn some RIT fun facts along the way! Instructions will be provided when you check in at Artesano Café and Bakery between 9:30-10:30am.

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Furnish your living space at incredibly low prices with reclaimed goods at this giant thrift sale on campus.

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Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Take a tour of campus with Undergraduate Admissions. Tours leave on the hour.

Learn more about the College Panhellenic Council. Talk to officers and learn more about how to become part of the association. Students, friends, and family are welcome to attend.

Rochester has some amazing food trucks and we've brought a few to campus for you to try. Stop outside of the Gordon Field House and grab a bite to eat.

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Join us for RIT's Lingo Bingo where you'll learn unique words and terms used around campus.

Stop by to get a caricature portrait, airbrush tattoos, balloon art, pop-up gameshow, cotton candy, popcorn, IttiBitz ice cream, and more!

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Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

During Ask Me Anything (AMA), you will meet with your PAL and your small group to ask any questions about your experience at RIT.

Join the International Student Service Office for lunch.

Need to pick up some last-minute items from Target, Wal-Mart, or any of the other shops on West Jefferson Road? RIT offers a Retail Shuttle that can take you there. The full schedule and pick up locations are available in the Shuttle section of the app.

Join us for a buffet lunch where you and your family can meet other new transfer students and engage with RIT staff.

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Learn more about the RIT community by visiting various Information Sessions and attend our annual Resource Fair to learn about all that RIT has to support you!

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Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Join us for an informative and engaging introduction of the Global Public Health Association at RIT! We will give a brief introduction of our association such as past and future events, along with the academic offerings at RIT. Take a global culinary adventure with an enticing array of FREE snacks from diverse regions of the world. In addition, the top 3 winners of our Kahoot game, centered around global public health trivia, will be rewarded with an assortment of international snacks!

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Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Join the Vegan Club as they hand out free vegan ice cream samples.

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We are proud of the rich intersectional diversity of our community! If you/your student identifies with any of the affinity groups below, join us to make connections with other families, students, and staff and build a network of folks who share common interests, identities, or backgrounds.

- ALANA/Person of Color
- Disability Community
- First Generation
- LBGTQIA2S+
- Women and non-binary
- Veterans

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Sports Night with PALs

We're so glad you're here! Join us for a formal welcome to RIT and learn what you and your family can expect during Orientation and the first few weeks at college.

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Grab your friends and escape the Upside Down and other escape rooms.

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Grab your friends and play Giant Board Games in the SAU!

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Grab a drink, meet other new Tiger parents, and relax after your long day! (no formal programming—just meet, mingle, and hang out.)

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Climb at one of the top collegiate indoor climbing facilities in the country. All skill levels are welcome. An on-campus shuttle is available to transport you to the Red Barn Climbing Gym. The shuttle leaves from Grace Watson Hall and runs on a loop starting at 8:20 p.m. until 11:20 p.m.

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Join Orientation staff for a student perspective on the best tips and tricks to get the most out of your college experience.

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Compete against others--and the robot itself--for the top spot! Get a chance to drive one of our robots through an obstacle course designed by our team. Each run is timed and added to our leaderboard, which will be on display for the duration of the event (including a run completed by the robot autonomously). This event is open to families and students.

Join Orientation for an Outdoor Movie! Tonight we are watching Super Mario Bros!

RIT offers a shuttle for all students and guests. Pick up stops include Parking Lot F, Parking Lot S, Global Village, and NTID. The full schedule is available on the Orientation app.

If you are not living on campus and need to pick up your ID card, stop by the ID Card Office during open hours.

Welcome to RIT, your home away from home. Please refer to your move-in group, time, and color as assigned to you by RIT Housing via mylife.rit.edu.

Looking for some RIT gear? Stop by the Campus Store!

Check in to begin your Orientation experience and receive the true Tiger Welcome!

Stop by the Resource Fair with your family to get your questions answered, meet members of the RIT community, take care of business, and get information about available RIT and area resources and services.

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The RIT Veterans Club provides resources and support to student veterans and military-affiliated students. These students have complex issues in terms of navigating VA benefits, financial aid packages, and how to maximize the use of their hard-earned benefits.

Do you have questions about your financial aid package? Financial aid counselors will be available to answer detailed questions.

Furnish your living space at incredibly low prices with reclaimed goods at this giant thrift sale on campus.

Access services requested.

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Stop by to get a caricature portrait, airbrush tattoos, balloon art, pop-up gameshow, cotton candy, popcorn, IttiBitz ice cream, and more!

Take a tour of campus with Undergraduate Admissions. Tours leave on the hour.

Join in on an RIT tradition and draw some chalk art on the Quarter Mile!

Rochester has some amazing food trucks and we've brought a few to campus for you to try. Stop outside of the Gordon Field House and grab a bite to eat.

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Join us for RIT's Lingo Bingo where you'll learn unique words and terms used around campus.

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Need to pick up some last-minute items from Target, Wal-Mart, or any of the other shops on West Jefferson Road? RIT offers a Retail Shuttle that can take you there. The full schedule and pick up locations are available in the Shuttle section of the app.

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Meet your PAL, who is your student mentor that will help you transition to life at RIT.

We are proud of the rich intersectional diversity of our community! If you/your student identifies with any of the affinity groups below, join us to make connections with other families, students, and staff and build a network of folks who share common interests, identities, or backgrounds.

- ALANA/Person of Color
- Disability Community
- First Generation
- LBGTQIA2S+
- Women and non-binary
- Veterans

Looking to learn more about a particular office or service on campus? Stop by one of our information sessions where you can gain in-depth information on offices and programs at RIT.

Time to have some fun! Come and meet fellow students from around the world at Global Village for our very own dance party.

We're so glad you're here! Join us for a formal welcome to RIT and learn what you and your family can expect during Orientation and the first few weeks at college.

Access services requested.

Stop by and create decor for your dorm with bamboo planters and sand art!

Access services requested.

Grab your friends and escape the Upside Down and other escape rooms.

Access services requested.

Grab your friends and play Giant Board Games in the SAU!
Access services requested.

Grab a drink, meet other new Tiger parents, and relax after your long day! (No formal programming—just meet, mingle, and hang out.)

Climb at one of the top collegiate indoor climbing facilities in the country. All skill levels are welcome. An on-campus shuttle is available to transport you to the Red Barn Climbing Gym. The shuttle leaves from Grace Watson Hall and runs on a loop starting at 8:20 p.m. until 11:20 p.m.

Access services requested.

Join Orientation staff for a student perspective on the best tips and tricks to get the most out of your college experience.

Access services requested.

Compete against others--and the robot itself--for the top spot! Get a chance to drive one of our robots through an obstacle course designed by our team. Each run is timed and added to our leaderboard, which will be on display for the duration of the event (including a run completed by the robot autonomously). This event is open to families and students.

Access services requested.

Shuttle running from Grace Watson to the Red Barn! Pick ups from Grace Watson will start at 8:20 PM to the Red Barn and last pick up from the Red Barn to Grace Watson will be 11:20 PM. Bus signage will say "Charter".

Get ready for BrickHack's scavenger hunt, Finding Ricky! Join the search for 200 figurines of our beloved mascot, Ricky the Brick, scattered throughout the campus dorm side. Collect your discoveries and turn them in for prizes on Saturday, Aug. 26 from noon-2:00 p.m. in the Student Alumni Union Lobby.