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 to attend one:
Tuesday, Nov. 29
10 a.m. - noon
Wednesday, Nov. 30
1 - 3 p.m.
Meeting ID: 671 557 8730
Passcode: 033227
In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Two-Day Orientation
Thursday - Friday, Jan. 19 - 20, 2023
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
White Coat Ceremony
Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, time 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 (virtual)
Choose to attend one:
Tuesday, Nov. 29
1 - 4 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 1
1 - 4 p.m.
Meeting ID: 993 8558 1283
Passcode: 057740
In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Two-Day Orientation
Wednesday - Thursday, Jan. 18 - 19, 2023
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
White Coat Ceremony
Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, Time 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
Dec. 2, 10 a.m. - noon
Meeting ID: 992 1165 1877
Passcode: 619560
In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Two-Day Orientation
Thursday - Friday, Jan. 19 - 20, 2023
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
White Coat Ceremony
Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, Time 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
Spring 2023 information to come
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
Fall 2023 - Save the Dates
- USG: May 11, 2023
- Baltimore: May 17, 2023
Orientation is mandatory. Students must attend in person and are expected to bring their laptops and UMID for onsite registration.
PhD Students
You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School.