2023 New Student Orientation Schedule

a group of students cheering
Team Maine and International students enjoy a sunny spring day on the University of Maine campus.

Welcome to the University of Maine’s 2023 New Student Orientation! Below you will find a tentative schedule for the day. For more information about orientation head over to the 2023 New Student Orientation webpage!


Orientation Schedule: Students

Welcome to 2023 New Student Orientation! We are so excited to welcome you to campus. You day will begin at the Collins Center for the Arts (CCA)! Please arrive between 8 AM and 10 AM to check in and visit the Information Fair! If you have additional time between checking in and browsing the fair, feel free to join a Campus Tour!

Meet the Honors staff and get to know other incoming students; learn what to expect in the fall semester; get your free copy of the Honors Read for 2023; and ask all your questions of current students and staff!

Location: Minsky Recital Hall

Hearty Maine Hello! We’ll kick off Orientation with our Opening Session. Get ready to learn what UMaine is all about!

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

During this time your college will give a brief presentation and students will meet with academic advisors who will be available to review your academic schedule and help you with any of your questions!

Location: Various places around campus

Grab some food and meet other new students while enjoying a warm sunny Maine day playing games on the Mall!

This session covers all aspects of living on campus, including residential life, campus events, student wellness, and student clubs and organizations.

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

Interested in hearing more about a specific topic? Drop into one of our information sessions! These sessions are meant for you to be able to ask any and all of your questions or learn more about what UMaine has to offer!

*Sessions will be hosted by Admissions, Academic Colleges, Athletics, Student Life and Student Services, University Credit Union, Study Abroad, Maine Bound, Campus Recreation/Club Sports, Diversity and Inclusion, University Police, and the Career Center.

Location: The Memorial Union

Meet us in the Memorial Union to wrap up and celebrate your very first day as a UMaine Black Bear.  While in the Union, be sure to ask any remaining questions and find an on or off-campus job for the fall!


Orientation Schedule: Family & Friends

Welcome to 2023 New Student Orientation! We are so excited to welcome you and your student to campus. Please arrive at the Collins Center for the Arts (CCA) between 8 AM and 10 AM to check in and visit the Information Fair! If you have additional time between checking in and browsing the fair, feel free to join a Campus Tour!

Location: Minsky Recital Hall

Hearty Maine Hello! Get ready to kick off Orientation with the Opening Session and receive an overview of what the day will look like!

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

Join us in the Hutchins Concert Hall located in the Collins Center for the Arts for a presentation from the Office of Financial Aid.

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

Now, what is life at UMaine really all about? Come to the Hutchins Concert Hall located in the Collins Center for the Arts and learn more about what life at UMaine has to offer you and your student!

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

During this session you’ll have a chance to meet and hear from your student’s Academic Dean and learn more about the program they are entering.

Location: Hutchins Concert Hall, CCA

Maine is known for our beautiful summer days, head on over to The Mall to enjoy the weather and grab lunch!

Location: The Mall

Interested in hearing more about a specific topic? Drop into one of our information sessions! These sessions are meant for you to be able to ask any and all of your questions or learn more about what UMaine has to offer!

*Sessions will be hosted by Admissions, Academic Colleges, Athletics, Student Life and Student Services, University Credit Union, Study Abroad, Maine Bound, Campus Recreation/Club Sports, Diversity and Inclusion, University Police, and the Career Center.

Congratulations! Join us in The Memorial Union for the Black Bear Send- Off Reception. We are so excited to welcome you and your new Black Bear back in the Fall for Maine Hello!

Location: The Memorial Union