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)
June 11, 2024
1 - 4 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Aug. 14 - Aug. 15
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Aug. 15
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
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)
June 13, 2024
12:30 - 5 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Aug. 12 - Aug. 13
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Campus Map
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Aug. 13
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
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)
June 18, 2024
1 - 4 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Aug. 14 - Aug. 15
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Self-Paced Online Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Aug. 15
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
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.
Virtual Orientation:
Aug. 14
4 - 6 p.m.
There will be breakout rooms for each specialty.
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.
Summer 2024 and Fall 2024 Orientation
Mandatory DNP Baltimore Orientation:
May 20, 2024
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Makeup DNP Baltimore Orientation:
July 22, 2024
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mandatory DNP (FNP) USG Orientation:
May 21, 2024
10 a.m. - noon
Universities at Shady Grove, Building IV-5332
PhD Students
You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School.