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
Students Enrolled at UMSON Baltimore
| Program | Required Orientation Activities |
|---|---|
| BSN |
You are required to attend both of the activities below. UMSON 101Choose one date: May 29, June 4, June 6, or June 13 At this session, you'll be introduced to resources, register for classes, and learn what will be required of you. To register: Email your date preference to: nrsstudentsuccesscenter@umaryland.edu. OrientationThursday, Aug. 22, 2019 You get to help us celebrate our Big 130! You have the distinct honor of being a member of the incoming class during UMSON’s 130th anniversary. (That’s right — we were founded in 1889.) During orientation, you’ll be invited to wear a complimentary red UMSON-branded T-shirt that we’re providing and to join other members of your class in forming a giant 130 on the courtyard. The group will be photographed by drone for posterity and for inclusion in the fall issue of UMSON’s magazine, Nursing For/um. We can’t wait to welcome you — and to see you smile for the camera! |
| CNL |
You are required to attend all three of the activities below. UMSON 101Choose one date: May 21, May 23, June 11 At this session, you'll be introduced to resources, register for classes, and learn what will be required of you. To register: Email your date preference to: nrsstudentsuccesscenter@umaryland.edu. OrientationThursday, Aug. 22, 2019 You get to help us celebrate our Big 130! You have the distinct honor of being a member of the incoming class during UMSON’s 130th anniversary. (That’s right — we were founded in 1889.) During orientation, you’ll be invited to wear a complimentary red UMSON-branded T-shirt that we’re providing and to join other members of your class in forming a giant 130 on the courtyard. The group will be photographed by drone for posterity and for inclusion in the fall issue of UMSON’s magazine, Nursing For/um. We can’t wait to welcome you — and to see you smile for the camera! SMARTStartFriday, Aug. 23 |
| RN-to-BSN* |
OrientationYou are required to attend one orientation, either on-campus or online. On Campus:
Online:
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RN-to-MSN* |
OrientationThursday, Aug. 22, 2019 You get to help us celebrate our Big 130! You have the distinct honor of being a member of the incoming class during UMSON’s 130th anniversary. (That’s right — we were founded in 1889.) During orientation, you’ll be invited to wear a complimentary red UMSON-branded T-shirt that we’re providing and to join other members of your class in forming a giant 130 on the courtyard. The group will be photographed by drone for posterity and for inclusion in the fall issue of UMSON’s magazine, Nursing For/um. We can’t wait to welcome you — and to see you smile for the camera! |
| DNP |
OrientationThursday, May 30, 2019 |
| PhD | You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School. |
*If you’re enrolled in online coursework, you can attend orientation online or face to face.
Students Enrolled at Shady Grove
| Program | Required Orientation Activities |
| BSN |
You are required to attend both of the activities below. UMSON 101Friday, June 14, 2019 At this session, you'll be introduced to resources, register for classes, and learn what will be required of you. Orientation to USG and Academic Success ProgramThursday, Aug. 15, 2019 |
| RN-to-BSN |
OrientationYou are required to attend one online orientation from the list below.
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| DNP |
OrientationThursday, June 6, 2019 |
Online Students
RN-to-BSN students:
Please see the information by location in the drop-downs above for orientation details.
All other students:
You may choose to attend orientation in person or online.
Student Services Presentations
In order to be fully compliant with new student orientation, all incoming students must review these student services presentations: