Welcome to Eastern Michigan University!
Summer Orientation 2008
Summer Orientation is for students new to EMU and are beginning classes in Summer(June) 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: 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.
Choose from one of four options, two on each day, to fit your schedule. A detailed schedule of each option is below:
| Options | Day | Date |
| A | Tuesday | June 24th, 3-5 p.m. |
| B | Tuesday | June 24th, 6-8 p.m. |
| C | Monday | June 30th, 3-5 p.m. |
| D | Monday | June 30th, 6-8 p.m. |
Overview of the Schedule
Orientation is designed to give you a brief introduction to the EMU campus and your resources for success. During Orientation 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 **If you choose to attend the Options A or C there will be time for you to take care of University business. If you plan to attend Option B or D and you need to take care of University Business you will want to plan to arrive earlier in the day, since most offices close by 5 p.m.
| 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 Summer 2008. |
| How do I sign up? | Confirm your attendance in one of three easy ways Online at Summer 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 four options, two on each day, to fit your schedule
| OPTION A | Tuesday, June 24 - 3-5:15 p.m 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. 4:15-5.15 p.m. - Resource Time & Campus Tour - 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, as well as learning about our campus, where your classes are located, and the buildings you will need throughout your Eastern career. |
| OPTION B | Tuesday, June 24 - 6-8 p.m. 6-7:15 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. 7:15-8 p.m. – Campus Tour - Our staff will be on hand to assist you in learning about our campus, where your classes are located, and the buildings you will need throughout your Eastern career. |
| OPTION C | Monday, June 30 - 3-5:15 p.m. 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. 4:15-5:15 p.m. - Resource Time & Campus Tour -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, as well as learning about our campus, where your classes are located, and the buildings you will need throughout your Eastern career. |
| OPTION D | Monday, June 30 – 6-8 p.m. 6-7:15 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. 7:15-8 p.m. – Campus Tour -Our staff will be on hand to assist you in learning about our campus, where your classes are located, and the buildings you will need throughout your Eastern career. |