| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
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8-8:30 a.m.
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Program Check-in All students and guests complete program check-in before heading to the first session. |
Walter Hall Lobby |
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8:40-9:15 a.m.
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BSO Welcome and Program Overview In this session, you’ll meet the orientation team, review the program schedule, and hear from university leadership. We’ll explore Ohio University’s rich history and share how you will become part of the Bobcat legacy. |
Walter Hall 135 |
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9:15-9:50 a.m.
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Services to Know Representatives from the Registrar’s Office, Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Bursar’s Office, Transportation and Parking Services, and the Office of Information Technology will provide essential information to support your transition. |
Walter Hall 135 |
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9:50-10:25 a.m.
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Student Dismissal Followed by Belonging to OHIO Get to know your orientation leaders and other students attending the program while learning about the student experience. |
Walter Hall 145 |
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10:25-11:05 a.m.
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Succeeding as a Transfer Student As a transfer student, you bring experience that can set you up for success. We will guide you through using that experience, as well as discuss important systems and processes used in the course registration process. |
Walter Hall 145 |
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11:15 a.m.-noon
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Lunch at West 82 | Baker University Center, 1st Floor |
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12:15-1 p.m.
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THRIVING at OHIO The Office of the Dean of Students will share resources and strategies to help you thrive both academically and personally at OHIO. You’ll also learn about the expectations the university holds for all Bobcats. |
Walter Hall 145 |
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1-1:50 p.m.
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Owning Your Student Experience Current students will share their insights on what it’s like to be a new member of our community. You’ll also have the opportunity to reflect on your own goals as a new Bobcat and see an overview of the registration process before signing up for your classes. |
Walter Hall 145 |
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2-4:30 p.m.
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Academic Essentials and Course Registration Connect with your advisors to learn about university, college, and major requirements as you prepare for course registration. You’ll also receive important information about OHIO Guarantee+ Graduation Plans. Academic advisors and orientation leaders will be on hand to assist you with registering for next semester’s courses. |
Locations Below |
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2:45-4:45 p.m.
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Required Student Check-Out Once you’ve completed course registration, you’ll need to check out with the orientation team to officially wrap up your BSO experience. After check-out, head to the Bobcat Depot on the first floor of Baker University Center to get your student photo ID. Your family members have been directed to Baker Center, so it’s a great place to meet them as well! |
Baker University Center, 240/242 |
Academic Essentials and Course Registration
| Advising Group | College | Location |
|---|---|---|
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A1-A7
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Arts and Sciences | Ellis Hall, Rooms 3, 6, 7, 8, & 9 |
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B1
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Business | Tupper Hall, Rooms 304 & 307 |
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C1-C5
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Communications | Ellis Hall, Rooms 107, 108, & 110 |
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D1-D2
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Education | Ellis Hall, Rooms 103 & 106 |
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E1-E8
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Engineering | Tupper Hall, Rooms 101, 102, & 104 |
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F1-F6
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Fine Arts | Ellis Hall, Rooms 113, 114, & 115 |
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H1
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Health Sciences and Professions | Ellis Hall, Rooms 12 & 13 |
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J1-J3
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University College | Ellis Hall, Rooms 14, 15, & 19 |