New-Student Programs

Orientation

• New-Student Orientation Programming

  Orientation and transition to the college environment are a process and, therefore, do not occur solely over the course of one program. We consider orientation a process that begins in the spring and continues throughout the summer and into the fall. For our fall-start students, our programs begin in June and continue into the fall semester. For our spring-start students, our program begins in January and continues through the spring semester. It is our hope that by participating in our programs, students will increase their understanding and knowledge of resources on campus to help them manage this transition.

  There are four parts to the program:

  Get Your Bearings: Online Module, Part 1

  Expedition: Summer Orientation

  • June 23: Manchester
  • June 24: Henniker
  • July 8: Henniker
  • Virtual Program: July 12

   

  Get Your Bearings: Online Module, Part 2

  Fall/Spring Welcome Orientation

  • August 18–21
  • *Move In: August 18
  • Classes Start: August 22

• Get Your Bearings: Online Modules

  Online Module Part 1

  June or January

  Get Your Bearings Part 1 is an online orientation module that will introduce you to key university resources. You will learn about  registering for classes and completing key enrollment paperwork requirements. Login to begin now.

  Get Your Bearings: Online Module, Part 1

  This should be completed by the end of June for Fall 2022 start.

   

  Online Module Part 2

  July or January
  

  Get Your Bearings Part 2 is an online orientation module that will introduce you to key university resources as you prepare to begin classes. You will receive an overview of student life, academic support resources, and key safety protocols. You can do this at your own pace.

  This should be completed by August 1 for fall 2022 start.

  Get Your Bearings: Online Module Part 2

• Expedition Schedule and Registration

  Expedition Orientation 

  Expedition is a one-day orientation session offered in the summer for students and family members. You will have an opportunity to learn more about campus services, get your technology set up, meet and engage with faculty, learn how to get involved on campus and how to be a successful student, tour the campus, meet other students (current and new), and ask questions you have.

  Families can learn about the first-year curriculum, campus safety and wellness, policies, and how NEC partners to support students, as well as ask any questions. The Expedition does NOT replace the online orientation modules or the fall welcome program. All components are part of the full orientation process.

  Henniker
  Sample family schedule
  Sample student schedule

  Manchester
  Sample family schedule
  Sample student schedule

  Register for the Expedition selecting the date you wish to attend below

  Henniker
  June 24, 2022
  July 8, 2022

  Manchester
  June 23, 2022

• Virtual Expedition

  Join us online for a virtual expedition.

  This orientation session will cover the following topics and more: enrollment paperwork, wellness information, Student Financial Services information, how we build partnerships, understanding campus code of conduct, diversity and inclusion, campus safety, residential life, student engagement, academic support services, and Q&A. Students will have a breakout session in the second half to meet fellow students, go over basic NEC technology, meet Peer Leaders, and interact with faculty from their divisions.

  Date: July 12, 2022
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  • Family orientation program
  • Student summer orientation

• Fall Welcome

  Fall Welcome begins with Move-In Day and continues until the start of classes. Fall Welcome is required for all new students. Commuter students and transfer students also participate in Fall Welcome. During Fall Welcome, you will meet with your First-Year Student group, engage in academic experiences, review safety and wellness procedures, and participate in fun college traditions. More information about Fall Welcome will be released by mid-summer.

• NEWT (New England College Wilderness Trips)

  Pre-orientation wilderness trip for first-year students
  August 14–18

  Register now or in the enrollment portal

  Excited to get your college career started and want to meet to new friends? Adventure Bound offers a NEWT program specifically for first-year students coming to NEC. This program is ideal for students interested in the outdoors who want to learn more about New England College and enjoy the last week of summer outdoors. This program is run and led by NEC students who are trained in backpacking, wilderness medicine, facilitation, and leadership. NEWT is open to students with all abilities. Students will spend one night in the NEC woods and three nights of backpacking in the White Mountain National Forest, averaging 3–6 miles a day. It is an excellent opportunity for students who are eager to begin their time at NEC to engage in an exciting adventure and develop friendships that will last throughout their NEC experience.

  • Explore the NEC ropes course
  • Sleep on tent platforms in the NEC woods
  • Enjoy a campfire
  • Backpack in the White Mountains
  • Spend the night in a residence life room and be ready for orientation activities