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
All spring 2021 orientation activities will take place online.
BSN Students Enrolled at UMSON Baltimore
You are required to attend both an UMSON 101 session and Online Orientation.
UMSON 101 (choose one):
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020
9 a.m. - noon
Monday, Dec. 21, 2020
9 a.m. - noon
Monday, Jan. 11, 2021
1 - 4 p.m.
Online Orientation
Thursday, Jan. 21
9 a.m. - noon
You will be contacted via email with registration information.
BSN Students Enrolled at Shady Grove
You are required to attend both an UMSON 101 session and Online Orientation.
UMSON 101 (choose one):
Wednesday, Dec. 2
12:30 - 5 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 4
12:30 - 5 p.m.
You will be contacted via email with registration information.
Online Orientation
Thursday, Jan. 14
12:30 - 5 p.m.
You will be contacted via email with registration information.
RN-to-BSN Students
Online Orientation (Choose One):
Monday, Dec. 21
1-3 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 7
10 a.m. - noon
Tuesday, Jan. 12
3 - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 13
9 - 11 a.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 19
2 - 4 p.m
CNL Students
You are required to attend all three of the activities below.
UMSON 101 (Choose One):
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020
9 a.m. - noon
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021
1 - 4 p.m.
Online Orientation
Thursday, Jan. 21
9 a.m. - noon
SMARTStart
Thursday, Jan. 21
1 - 5 p.m.
MSN Students
You are required to completed 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 Session
Community/Public Health Nursing
Thursday, Jan. 21
10 a.m. - noon
Password (if prompted): umson2021
Audio conference: US Toll +1-415-655-0001
Access code: 120 201 6818
Health Services Leadership and Management
Thursday, Jan. 21
5 - 6:30 p.m.
Password (if prompted): umson2021
Audio conference: US Toll +1-415-655-0001
Access code: 120 545 9341
Nursing Informatics
Thursday, Jan. 21
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Password (if prompted): umson2021
Audio conference: US Toll +1-415-655-0001
Access code: 120 046 7346
PhD Students
You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School.
Online Orientation
If you are unable to attend orientation, this online orientation will ensure you're familiar with the resources you'll need to be successful during your nursing education.
Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation