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 both UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientation AND complete the Self-Paced Online Orientation.
UMSON 101 (choose one):
July 12, 2022
10 a.m. - noon
Join the UMSON 101 Session
July 14, 2022
1 - 3 p.m.
Join the UMSON 101 Session
In-Person Orientation
Two-Day Orientation
Baltimore School of Nursing
Attendance Required
Aug. 24 - 25, 2022
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
White Coat Ceremony
Aug. 26, time/location TBD
Self-Paced Online Orientation
BSN Students Enrolled at the Universities at Shady Grove
You are required to attend both UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientation AND complete the Self-Paced Online Orientation.
UMSON 101 (Choose One)
July 12, 2022
1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join the UMSON 101 Session
July 14, 2022
1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join the UMSON 101 Session
In-Person Orientation
Two-Day Orientation
Universities at Shady Grove
Attendance Required
August 24 - 25, 2022
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
White Coat Ceremony
Aug. 26, time/location TBD
Self-Paced Online Orientation
RN-to-BSN Students
Online Orientation:
CNL Students
You are required to attend UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientation AND complete the Self-Paced Online Orientation.
UMSON 101:
July 15, 2022
10 a.m. - noon
Join the UMSON 101 Session
In-Person Orientation
Two-Day Orientation
Baltimore School of Nursing
Attendance Required
Aug. 24 - 25, 2022
9 - 4 p.m.
White Coat Ceremony
Aug. 26, time/location TBD
Self-Paced Online Orientation
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
Join the session by selecting Zoom link for your specialty:
Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022
10 - 11 a.m.
4 - 5 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.
In-Person Orientation
- Baltimore: Monday, May 16, 2022, 10 a.m. - noon
- FNP at the Universities at Shady Grove: Thursday, May 12, 2022, 10 a.m. - noon
PhD Students
You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School.