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Spring Orientation 2008
Spring Orientation is for students new to EMU and are beginning classes in Spring (May) 2008 If you are beginning EMU in the Fall (September) 2008 please visit www.emufusion.org
EMU wants to make your transition as smooth as possible to ensure your academic success; that’s why you’re invited to attend Fusion: Spring 2008 New Student Orientation. Whether you are new to the college experience or just new to EMU, Orientation is packed with information you need to get your year started off right. The program will provide you with the opportunity to meet fellow students, learn about campus resources, and take care of business before classes begin. Orientation is not mandatory, but highly recommended for students new to the Eastern experience. In order to fit your busy schedule, we’ve provided you with several options for Orientation.
Choose from one of three options to fit your busy schedule. A detailed schedule of each option is below:
| Options | Day | Date |
| 1 | Thursday | May 1, 3-5 p.m. |
| 2 | Monday | May 5, 3-5 p.m. |
| 3 | Thursday | May 8, 8:30-10:30 a.m. |
Overview of the Schedule
Orientation is designed to give you a brief introduction to the EMU campus and your resources for success. At Spring Orientation you will learn about programs and services available at EMU. We will discuss academic resources, navigating campus, time management, technology, and using the myEmich web portal system. There will be time to ask questions. The program will close with enough time for you to take care of last minute University business and/or take part in a tour of campus.
| Location & Parking | EMU Student Center, 900 Oakwood Street, Ypsilanti MI 48197 .Free parking will be available in the EMU Student Center parking lot located on Oakwood St.We will validate parking for session attendees. Directions to the EMU Student Center are available here |
| Who attends? | All new students beginning their enrollment Spring 2008. |
| How do I sign up? | Confirm your attendance in one of three easy ways Online at Spring Orientation E-mail us at emu_fusion@emich.edu Call Campus Life at 734.487.1208 |
| Questions? | If you have questions, we want to help. You may e-mail Campus Life at emu_fusion@emich.edu or call us at 734.487.1208. |
Additional Resources
EMU campus services are available 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some offices offer extended hours during the first week of classes. If you would like assistance contacting a specific office please do not hesitate to contact us.
- MyFy - (short for My First-Year Information) MyFY is a website designed by students for students offering honest answers about what to expect from college, what college expects of you and how to stay ahead as a new student at EMU and a student of life
- Ask EMU - An intelligent response website where you can get answers to a variety of questions specific to EMU.
- Virtual EMU Campus Tour
Schedule for each option
Choose from one of three options. When you arrive for your session we will provide you information and materials for the day.
Tours of the EMU Campus are available on request.
| OPTION 1 | Thursday, May 1 at the EMU Student Center, Room-352 3-4:15 p.m. - Orientation Session - This session is designed for you to learn about programs and services available at EMU. We will discuss academic and personal resources available to you as a student, navigating campus, time management, technology, and using the myEmich web portal system. There will be time to ask questions. 4:15-5 p.m. - Resource Time - Our staff will be on hand to assist you in taking care of last minute unfinished EMU business. We will help you find places on campus such as the parking office, EagleOne ID card office, EMU Bookstore, the on campus bank-TCF, academic advising, and Service EMU where they can assist you with, registration, financial aid, and your student bill. |
| OPTION 2 | Monday, May 5 at the EMU Student Center, Room 350 3-4:15 p.m. - Orientation Session - This session is designed for you to learn about programs and services available at EMU. We will discuss academic and personal resources available to you as a student, navigating campus, time management, technology, and using the myEmich web portal system. There will be time to ask questions. 4:15-5 p.m. - Resource Time - Our staff will be on hand to assist you in taking care of last minute unfinished EMU business. We will help you find places on campus such as the parking office, EagleOne ID card office, EMU Bookstore, the on campus bank-TCF, academic advising, and Service EMU where they can assist you with, registration, financial aid, and your student bill. |
| OPTION 3 | Thursday, May 8 at the EMU Student Center, Room 352 8:30-9:45 a.m. - Orientation Session - This session is designed for you to learn about programs and services available at EMU. We will discuss academic and personal resources available to you as a student, navigating campus, time management, technology, and using the myEmich web portal system. There will be time to ask questions. 9:45-10:30 a.m. - Resource Time - Our staff will be on hand to assist you in taking care of last minute unfinished EMU business. We will help you find places on campus such as the parking office, EagleOne ID card office, EMU Bookstore, the on campus bank-TCF, academic advising, and Service EMU where they can assist you with, registration, financial aid, and your student bill. |