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.

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Self-Paced Online Orientation

Begin the 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.

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Self-Paced Online Orientation

Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation


Welcome Ceremony

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024

RN-to-BSN Students

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.

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Self-Paced Online Orientation

Begin the 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.

Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation

 

Specialty Sessions 

Community and Public Health
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 4 - 6 p.m.

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Health Services Leadership and Management
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 4 - 6 p.m.

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Nursing Informatics
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 4 - 6 p.m.

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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.

Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation

 

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.