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New Students and Family Programs

What to Bring

Page address: http://www.mnsu.edu/newstudent/orientation/new/bring.html

 

Summer Orientation (June and July)

  • [PDF] New Student Checklist (460 KiB)
    If possible, complete the "Prior to Orientation" tasks on the New Student Checklist.
     
  • Photo identification
    Photo ID is needed to check-in to Orientation and a goverment issued photo ID is needed to get your MavCARD (University ID card).
     
  • Tech ID and E-Service Password
    If you changed your password for logging into E-Services, makes sure to bring that with you as you will need your password and Tech ID to register for classes.
     
  • Unofficial or official transcripts of any college level course work you have completed
    This will help your academic advisors to better serve you in the advising and registration labs.
     
  • Pillow and sleeping bag or blanket
    Linens are not provided in the residence halls, however most rooms have air conditioning.
     
  • Overnight necessities
    If you're staying overnight on campus, bring shower shoes, a towel, toiletries, hair dryers, etc., and comfortable clothes. You will have a sink in your room, and the bathroom will be down the hall.
     
  • Casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes
    We will be walking between University buildings throughout the day, so it's important to dress appropriately.
     
  • Gym clothes and tennis shoes (with non-marking soles)
    Students will be participating in activities at the Campus Recreation Center and the Maverick Bullpen.
     
  • Umbrella
    It's best to be prepared for the occasional rain shower, as we will be walking on campus.
     
  • Alarm Clock
    Orientation starts early on day two, so make sure to have an alarm to wake you up! Sorry, no wake up calls.
     
  • Sweater or jacket
    Temperatures vary between buildings, so layering clothing can be helpful.
     
  • License plate number
    If you are planning on purchasing a parking permit, you will need to have your license plate number.
     
  • Water Bottle
    Especially for nighttime activities, it may be nice to have a water bottle.

Student Under the Age of 18 at Orientation: Students are able to participate in a variety of orientation activities (volleyball, basketball, fitness classes, rock climbing, etc.) offered in the Campus Recreation facilities, Centennial Student Union, and a variety of other campus locations while at orientation. All students that choose to participate must sign a liability waiver. If a student will be under the age of 18 when attending orientation, he/she must have a parent/guardian also sign the liability waiver(s). If you are under 18 and plan on participating in these activities, please print the following waivers and provide the proper signatures for this event.  Bring these forms with you, and you can turn them in during check-in. Students that are 18 at orientation, will sign these forms during orientation. 

Please note:

  • All rooms are double occupancy and you will be assigned a roommate for the night.
  • Each room will share an unlocked bathroom suite with another room.
  • No phones or televisions are provided in the room.

Important Information for Military Veterans

 

Academic Year Orientation (January and August)

  • [PDF] New Student Checklist (460 KiB)
    If possible, complete the "Prior to Orientation" tasks on the New Student Checklist.
     
  • Photo identification
    Photo ID is needed to check-in to Orientation and to get your MavCARD (University ID card).
     
  • Tech ID and E-Service Password
    If you changed your password for logging into E-Services, makes sure to bring that with you as you will need your password and Tech ID to register for classes.
     
  • Unofficial or official transcripts of any college level course work you have completed
    This will help your academic advisors to better serve you in the advising and registration labs.

Important Information for Military Veterans