Orientation
We're excited to meet you!
Now that you're on your way to UMSON, it's time for us to get to know each other better.
What is orientation?
Orientation is designed to familiarize you with UMSON. You'll learn about essential policies and procedures, as well as resources available to you.
Upcoming Orientation Activities
BSN Students Enrolled at UMSON Baltimore
You are required to attend in-person UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientation AND complete the Self-Paced Online Orientation.
In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)
Spring 2024 Admitted BSN Students
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023
1 - 4 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Jan. 16 - 17, 2024
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024
BSN Students Enrolled at the Universities at Shady Grove
You are required to attend in-person UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientation AND complete the Self-Paced Online Orientation.
In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)
Spring 2024 Admitted BSN Students
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023
12:30 - 5 p.m.
Bldg. IV, Rm 1201
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Jan. 17 - 18, 2024
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Campus Map
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024
RN-to-BSN Students
Online Orientation:
MSN-E Students
You are required to attend in-person UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientation AND complete the Self-Paced Online Orientation.
In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)
Spring 2024 Admitted MSN-E Students
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023
1 - 4 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Jan. 16 - 17, 2024
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024
MSN Students
You are required to complete the self-paced online orientation and attend a specialty session.
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Our online orientation will ensure you're familiar with the resources you'll need to be successful during your nursing education.
Specialty Sessions
Community and Public Health
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 4 - 6 p.m.
Health Services Leadership and Management
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 4 - 6 p.m.
Nursing Informatics
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 4 - 6 p.m.
DNP Students
You are required to complete the self-paced online orientation and attend a specialty session.
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Our online orientation will ensure you're familiar with the resources you'll need to be successful during your nursing education.
Virtual Orientation
During these virtual orientation sessions, we aim to provide essential information on the next steps for our newly admitted students. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from the Office of Registration and Clinical Placements, who will address topics such as clinical placements, compliance, and graduate practicum placements. In addition, registration assistance will be offered.
PhD Students
You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School.