Welcome to
New Student Orientation
Class of 2029, get ready to be a Black Bear!
Make sure you know what college corresponds with your major before registering.
Questions? Call us at 207.581.1561 or email us at umaineadmissions@maine.edu.
*If you are an incoming Kinesiology & Physical Education student please attend Orientation on either June 16-17 or June 23-24
JUNE 16 – 17
june 23 – 24
june 26 – 27
Before you attend, make sure you have
Orientation schedule
Check out what your first day as a Black Bear will be like!
NOTE: Check-in times vary between whether or not you are in the Honors College. Students in the Honors College should arrive for check-in at 10 a.m. Students not in the Honors College should arrive at 11:30 a.m.
Day 1
10–11:00 a.m.
Honors College Check-in *For students confirmed in the Honors College
11–12:30 p.m.
Honors College Session
*Only for students accepted into the Honors College and their guests
11:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
New Student Orientation Check-in *For students not confirmed in the Honors College
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Information Fair *This is your opportunity to take care of any remaining business and ask questions of any academic or student service office on campus all in one convenient location!
1:30 p.m.– 2:15 p.m.
Welcome Session
2:15–6:15 p.m.
Student Academic College and Student Life Sessions
6:15–7:15 p.m.
Dinner
7:00–8:45 p.m.
Playfair * A fun and interactive session where you’ll to get to know your classmates. Get ready to laugh, move, and meet your fellow new Black Bears!
8:45–11 p.m.
The New Black Bear Bash *Evening activities include fire pits, games, trivia, crafts, zip lining, swimming, yummy treats, and more!
Day 2
7:30–9:00 a.m.
Breakfast Available for Students
8:30–10:30 a.m.
Information Fair *This is your opportunity to take care of any remaining business and ask questions of any academic or student service office on campus all in one convenient location!
8:45–9:45 a.m.
Group meeting with your Orientation Leader
9:45 –11:15 a.m.
Choose Your Own Sessions *Students and family and friends can choose the sessions that interest them the most! These 20 minute sessions are a great introduction to many services and offerings here at UMaine.
11:30 a.m. –12 p.m.
Closing Session
Day 1
10–11:00 a.m.
Honors College Check-in *For students confirmed in the Honors College
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Honors College Session
*Only for students confirmed in the Honors College and their guests
11:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
New Student Orientation Check-in *For students not confirmed in the Honors College
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Information Fair *This is your opportunity to take care of any remaining business and ask questions of any academic or student service office on campus all in one convenient location!
1:30– 2:15 p.m.
Welcome Session
2:15–5:15 p.m.
Parent/Guest Academic College and Student Life Sessions
5:15–6:15 p.m.
Dinner
6:15–7:30 p.m.
Parent/Guest Social
Day 2
8:30–10:30 a.m.
Information Fair *This is your opportunity to take care of any remaining business and ask questions of any academic or student service office on campus all in one convenient location!
8:45–9:45 a.m.
University-Wide Panel *Your chance to meet key people from across the University and get all of your remaining questions answered.
9:45–11:15 a.m.
Choose Your Own Sessions *Students and family and friends can choose the sessions that interest them the most! These 20 minute sessions are a great introduction to many services and offerings here at UMaine.
11:30 a.m. –12 p.m.
Closing Session
While you’re here,
be sure to…
Go zip-lining behind the Recreation Center
Climb the rock wall at Maine Bound Adventure Center
Join the bonfire in the evening
What to do
Maine has so much to offer. From climbing famous Acadia landmarks to exploring little-known fishing holes, the Maine Adventure map has everything you could possibly be interested in.
Where to stay
New Student Orientation is an overnight event. Students will be residing in one of our residence halls for the night.
The greater Orono area boasts numerous accommodation options.