Thursday, January 15, 2026
Livingston Student Center
Below is the outline of what you can expect from your student orientation experience. We value creating accessible opportunities for new and continuing students. Click here to learn more about our universal accommodations provided at orientation. We want to ensure students are able to fully participate in their orientation program. If you require any additional accommodations, please contact us - transition@echo.rutgers.edu.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Check In
Livingston Student Center, Concourse
Once you have checked in, make sure you grab your giveaways and light breakfast provided.
9:35 AM - 9:50 AM
Welcome
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
9:55 AM - 10:15 AM
Small Group Meeting
Livingston Student Center, Various Locations
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
One Stop Student Services
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
Understanding your term bill can be challenging. Learn more about One Stop Student Services and how they can help start your college journey on the right foot.
11:05 AM - 12:45 PM
Campus Excursions
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
It's time to get on the buses and explore the campus. You will meet with your Orientation Leader to understand how all five campuses connect and how to make sense of the various routes.
1:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
Livingston Dining Commons
2:00 PM - 2:25 PM
Resource Fair
Livingston Student Center Concourse
Students will rotate between the Resource Fair and Small Group Meetings. Check the Campus Resources that will be present. This is your opportunity to connect and learn more about the different resources at Rutgers.
2:30 PM - 2:55 PM
Small Group Meeting
Livingston Student Center, Various Locations
3:05 PM - 3:35 PM
Communities Panel
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
Transitioning into a new school can be overwhelming. Through this panel you'll have the opportunity to listen, learn, and ask about ways to find your new community through areas such as club sports, interfaith organizations, and student leadership opportunities.
3:45 PM - 4:10 PM
Rutgers101 - Transfer Edition
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
Learn insider tips as a transfer student navigating Rutgers resources.
4:10 PM - 4:40 PM
RU Well?
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
Learn more about what wellness looks like on campus through the RU Well Game. This game show will be hosted by staff members from the Basic Needs, Faith & Spirituality, HOPE and CAPS offices. Confused about the acronyms, not to worry, answers will be revealed during this!
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Next Steps
Livingston Student Center, Livingston Hall
Wrap-up of the day and sharing information about key events happening during the spring semester.
