- 2013 Orientation
- First Year
Students - Transfer Students
- Families
Welcome to Marquette University!
New Student and Family Orientation is an exciting time in the Marquette community. Orientation is four days of activities, held August 21 – 24, designed to introduce all new students (first-year and transfer) to the academic excellence, vibrant campus life, and community involvement that comprise the Marquette tradition. Students living on campus will move into their residence hall rooms on the same day as Orientation begins.
All new first-year and transfer students are required to check-in for Orientation on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 between 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union (3rd Floor). All new students are automatically registered for the program, and at check-in they will receive their personalized packet and a final schedule.Families registered for Orientation may check in at the same time as their student. Families who wish to register for Orientation when they arrive to campus may also do so during this same time.
Orientation events are designed to help students be successful at Marquette. For this reason, there are several events throughout the week that first-year students are required to attend, and a variety of events that are optional.
Meals During Orientation
Meals are served in the residence halls, beginning with dinner on Wednesday. Residential students may gain access to the cafeterias using the meal plan, accessible with their Marquette Student ID. Commuter students receive meal tickets at Orientation check-in, to use for breakfast, lunch and dinner in designated residence hall cafeterias.
Parking
Commuter student permits are on sale from the Parking Services Office located in the Wells Street Parking Structure. Day and overnight passes are available. To purchase a permit online, visit www.marquette.edu/parking. Parking for Family Orientation is free on Wednesday, August 21 and Thursday, August 22. Please refer to the information you received from the Office of Residence Life regarding parking during move-in. Free parking is available in the 16th Street Parking Structure, located between Wisconsin Avenue and Wells Street, and the Wells Street Parking Structure, located between 12th and 13th streets.
- Hotels near campus
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- Campus map - Google
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- Urban Connection Registration
Questions?
For Orientation questions and concerns, please contact the Office of Student Development at (414) 288-1412 or email newstudentprogs@marquette.edu.
Friday, September 30th
All new first year students are automatically registered for New Student Orientation (August 21 – 24, 2013), which is four days of over 120 events on the Marquette campus and in the Milwaukee community. Orientation events are designed to help students be successful at Marquette. For this reason, there are several events throughout the week that first year students are required to attend – mandatory events are bolded below. All students are required to pick up their personalized packet of information and full orientation schedule between 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2013, in the Alumni Memorial Union, 3rd floor.
New Student Orientation Highlights
Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Residence Hall Move-In
For more information, please visit the Office of Residence Life.
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Orientation Check-In
Check in for Orientation soon after you arrive on campus in the Alumni Memorial Union, 3rd Floor Ballrooms
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Cross-Cultural Connection
Intercultural Engagement welcomes incoming students and families to learn more about the diversity and inclusion resources on campus at the annual Cross Cultural Connection reception. Come ask questions about diversity on campus and meet fellow students and staff who are dedicated to promoting a diverse, inclusive, and vibrant community. Refreshments will be provided.
7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30) New Student Convocation - Hear remarks from Fr. Pilarz, 23rd President of Marquette University.
The first mandatory event of New Student Orientation, and the formal welcome to academic life at Marquette University. All new first-year students are required to attend. Family members are invited and encouraged to arrive early as there is limited seating for families. Fr. Scott Pilarz, SJ, President of Marquette University and the leadership of the Colleges will welcome students. Ms. Chitra Divakaruni, author of this year’s First Year Reading book, is the keynote speaker for the evening.
8:30 p.m. Small Group Discussions
The group discussion meetings are one of the highlights of the Marquette orientation experience. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with an upper class student leader who has been specially assigned and trained to help you learn everything you need to know to be successful at Marquette. All new first-year students are required to attend.
10:00 p.m. Mash Up
Mixing the country flavor of the classic Square Dance followed by a dance party by hip-hop/pop violinist, Josh Vietti.
10:00 a.m. “Who Will You Be at Marquette?”
Learn about your classmates and the Marquette culture in this interactive audience-driven presentation. All new first-year students are required to attend.
11:30 a.m. Family Liturgy
A closing event to Family Orientation, join new Marquette students and their families as they celebrate mass with the Marquette community.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch in the Residence Halls
1:30 p.m. College Meetings and Advising
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. “One Amazing Thing” Book Discussion Group Meetings
Before you arrive on campus in August, read One Amazing Thing. While you read, you may want to consider the questions in the bookmark you received with the book. During this meeting you will meet with other new students and a Marquette faculty member to discuss the text. All new first-year students are required to attend.
7:15 – 9:00 p.m. First-Year Student Residence Hall Floor Meetings
Join your neighbors and RAs from your residence hall and begin to develop your living community! Learn about involvement opportunities, as well as hall policies and procedures designed to keep residents safe. Floor meetings are MANDATORY for all new students living in the residence halls. All new first-year students are required to attend.
9:00 p.m. The Marquette Scavenger Hunt Challenge
10:00 p.m. Rock the Rec
Check out the Rec Center like you have never seen it before. Pool party, life size battleship, pick-up games, live music and much more!
10:00 a.m. Marquette: On Stage and New Student Survey
Join your classmates for a dramatic presentation by current students of social issues that you may face at Marquette, followed by group discussions. This event will begin with a brief New Student Survey. All new first-year students are required to attend.
12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Involvement Seminars and Open Houses
Sessions may include the following:
- Intramural Sports Seminar
- Student Governance Seminar
- Band and Orchestra Open House
- Greek Life at Marquette University
- Studying for Success in College
- Community Service Seminar
- LGBTQ and Allies Welcome Reception
- Study Abroad Seminar
- Career Services Seminar
9:30 p.m. Marquette After Hours
DJ tent, comedian, zip line and much more!
9:00 a.m. Urban Connection
Get to know other new students as you work together to serve the surrounding Marquette neighborhoods. Space is limited, and t-shirt provided to first 100 registrants. Register today to save your spot!
11:00 a.m. U-PASS Adventures
Utilize your new bus pass to venture out into the city. Go out with Orientation Staff members to various locations in the Milwaukee community. A list of pre-arranged adventures is located in the back of your schedule.
3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Student Discussion Meetings
5:00 – 11:00 p.m. Milwaukee Excursions
Register for the excursion of your choice, including boat cruises, food tours, paintball competitions, athletic events and more! Some tickets may be available at Orientation check-in on August 21st. Spots are limited and tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register now for a Milwaukee Excursion!
4:00 p.m. All-University Mass of the Holy Spirit
Join other new and current students for the first mass of the academic year. All students welcome.
All new transfer students are automatically registered for New Student Orientation (August 21 – 24, 2013), which is four days of over 120 events on the Marquette campus and in the Milwaukee community. Orientation events are designed to help you be successful at Marquette. We know that transfer students have unique needs, and for this reason, there are several events throughout the week that are specifically designed for transfer students – transfer only events are bolded below. All students are required to pick up their personalized packet of information and full orientation schedule between 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2013, in the Alumni Memorial Union, 3rd floor.
New Student Orientation Highlights
Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Residence Hall Move-In
Residence Hall move-in for new transfer students. Please visit the Office of Residence Life for details.
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Orientation Check-In
Check in for Orientation to receive your personalized pack of information and complete Orientation schedule.
5:00 p.m. Commuter Connections
5:30 p.m. Transfer Orientation Kick-Off BBQ
Meet other new and returning transfer students for dinner and lawn games, and learn more about the transfer orientation events.
10:00 p.m. Mash Up
Mixing the country flavor of the classic Square Dance followed by a dance party by hip-hop/pop violinist, Josh Vietti.
11:30 a.m. Family Liturgy
A closing event to Family Orientation, join new Marquette students and their families as they celebrate mass with the Marquette community.
1:30 p.m. College Meetings and Advising
4:00 p.m. Transfer Student Residence Hall Floor Meetings
Meet other students in your residence hall and learn about involvement opportunities in your hall.
7:00 p.m. Commuter Night
9:00 p.m. The Marquette Scavenger Hunt Challenge
10:00 p.m. Rock the Rec
Check out the Rec Center like you have never seen it before. Pool party, life size battleship, pick-up games, live music and much more!
9:30 a.m. Lakefront Adventures
Exclusively for transfer students! Visit Milwaukee’s beautiful lakefront, including Alterra at the Lake (popular coffee shop), the Milwaukee Public Museum, trendy Brady Street shopping district and the beach! Transportation provided.
12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Involvement Seminars and Open Houses
Sessions may include the following:
- Intramural Sports Seminar
- Residence Hall Association Seminar
- Band and Orchestra Open House
- Greek Life at Marquette University
- Studying for Success in College
- Community Service Seminars
- LGBTQ and Allies Welcome Reception
- Study Abroad Seminars
- Career Services Seminars
- Health Promotion Seminars
9:30 p.m. Marquette After Hours
DJ tent, comedian, zip line and much more!
9:00 a.m. Urban Connection
Get to know other new students as you work together to serve the surrounding Marquette neighborhoods. Space is limited, and t-shirt provided to first 100 registrants. Register today to save your spot!
11:00 a.m. U-PASS Adventures
Utilize your new bus pass to venture out into the city. Go out with Orientation Staff members to various locations in the Milwaukee community. A list of pre-arranged adventures is located in the back of your schedule.
3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Student Discussion Meetings
5:00 – 11:00 p.m. Milwaukee Excursions
Register for the excursion of your choice, including boat cruises, food tours, paintball competitions, athletic events and more! Some tickets may be available at Orientation check-in on August 21st. Spots are limited and tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register now for a Milwaukee Excursion!
4:00 p.m. All-University Mass of the Holy Spirit
Join other new and current students for the first mass of the academic year. All students welcome.
Family Orientation
Parents, siblings, and other family members of new first-year and transfer students are invited to attend Family Orientation, on Wednesday, August 21st and Thursday, August 22nd. Family Orientation includes two simultaneously running programs; one for the adult family members and one for younger siblings, ages 5-16. Though these programs happen at the same time as New Student Orientation, the events that comprise Family Orientation are designed specifically to assist family members with their transition.
Registration is required for Family Orientation, and families can select the Wednesday package or Wednesday and Thursday package. Early registration rates of $18 – 28 per person apply from now through August 14, 2013. Families with demonstrated financial need may request financial assistance for the cost of attendance. Area hotels tend to book quickly for Family Orientation. Out of town families may wish to reserve a hotel room soon.
Adult Family Member Schedule of Events
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Residence Hall Move-In
Visit www.marquette.edu/orl for more information.
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Family Orientation Check-In
Alumni Memorial Ballrooms, 3rd floor
Registered family members should plan to stop by the Alumni Memorial Union between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. to receive an Orientation folder, complete schedule of events, and nametags. Families who are not yet registered may do so on this day; however, early registration rates apply only to orders received prior to August 14, 2013. Cost for attendance for families who register at Orientation ranges from $25-35 per person, depending on the ticket package you choose.
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Various Tours and Open Houses
Campus Tours, St. Joan of Arc Chapel, Raynor Library, Office of International Education
1:00 p.m. Financial Literacy for the College Student
This seminar will give the incoming student the financial basics they will need in college and beyond. Topics will include building credit, credit cards, budgeting and an introduction to checking and savings accounts. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.
3:30 p.m. Scenes from the First Semester
Learn about what to expect from your student’s transition to Marquette in the first semester. A panel of staff members from Marquette will share their expertise and experience with you to help you support your student through this transition.
7:00 p.m. New Student Convocation (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
- Hear remarks from Fr. Pilarz, 23rd President of Marquette University!
The first formal event of New Student Orientation, and the welcome to academic life at Marquette University. All new first-year students are required to attend. Family members are invited and encouraged to arrive early as there is limited seating for families. Fr. Scott Pilarz, SJ, President of Marquette University and the leadership of the Colleges will welcome students. Ms. Chitra Divakaruni, author of this year’s First Year Reading book, is the keynote speaker for the evening. Dress is business casual.
8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Family Member Reception
Mingle with other family members of Marquette students as well as staff and faculty, while enjoying Milwaukee’s own Brew Haus Polka Kings acoustic entertainment. Hor d'oeuvres and cash bar included for registered family members.
Thursday, August 22, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. Various Tours and Open Houses
Campus Tours, St. Joan of Arc Chapel, Haggerty Museum of Art, Honors Program
9:00 a.m. Coffee with the Deans
Meet the Deans and administrators of your student’s college and enjoy coffee, tea and pastries.
10:00 a.m. Campus Safety and Health Seminar - Download a copy of the presentation.
Learn about current trends among the Marquette student body, and campus resources designed to keep our campus community safe and healthy. Facilitated by the Office of Student Development, MU Medical Clinic, Public Safety and the Counseling Center.
11:30 a.m. Family Liturgy
Join the Marquette community to celebrate mass.
Sibling Program Schedule of Events
Siblings of new first-year and transfer students have the option of attending their own set of activities at the same time as adult family members attend Family Orientation events. The program aims to give younger siblings the opportunity to meet other siblings, interact with Marquette students, and have fun!
Wednesday August 21st, 2013
5:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Siblings Program Check-In
7:00 p.m. Night Out at the Rec
Join other siblings for a fun-filled night in the rec center, including board games, sports, arts & crafts, an ice cream social, and more.
Thursday August 22nd, 2013
7:45 a.m. Sibling Excursion Program Check-In
8:30 a.m. Siblings Excursion to Discovery World
Siblings will have the opportunity to explore Discovery World, a hands-on museum for all ages. Along with all of the exciting inventions and innovations at the museum, Discovery World is also home to a beautiful aquarium.
11:30 a.m. Siblings Annex Bowling Party
At the Bowling Party, siblings can experience a very popular spot on campus for themselves. Bowling shoes and lunch included.
Family Orientation concludes by 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2013.
For more information, please contact the Office of Student Development at 414-288-1412 or muparents@marquette.edu.
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