Sunday, August 23
Schedule information is tentative and subject to change. More information will be added soon.
All programs are designed specifically for new incoming students.
Transfer Student Orienation
When: Check-in begins at 9:30am; Program 10:00am-11:00am; Mix & Mingle Event 11:00am-12:00pm
Where: Illini Rooms ABC, Illini Union
Who: All New Transfer Students
We understand that transferring to a new institution has its nerve wracking and challenging moments. Transfer Orientation will help you connect with other transfer students, meet Illini Transfer Ambassadors (ITAs), and gain some insight into new resources and information that will help you learn about the Illinois experience! First 400 people will get a prize!
After Orientation, head out to Quad Day with your new fellow transfer students!
- Large Group
- Loud Noises
- Social Interaction
Bus Basics
When: 10:00am-12:00pm
***Groups leaving every 20 minutes***
Where: 3 Meeting Locations:
1. Ikenberry Commons South Bus Stop on Gregory Drive, Champaign
2. Pennsylvania Ave Residence Halls North Side Bus Shelter Stop, Urbana
3. Illinois Street Residence Hall Bus Green & Gregory Bus Stop, Outside ISR on Green Street, Urbana
Who: All New Students
Want to learn all about the Mass Transit District (MTD) buses? Meet the Orientation Team at one of these bus stops and learn how to navigate campus and the Champaign-Urbana community! Look for an Orientation Leader in a Blue We are Illinois t-shirt.
Study Spots
When: 10:00am-12:00pm
*All Study Spots walking tours will be leaving at approximately 10:00am and ending by 12:00pm
Where: 3 Meeting Locations (choose 1!)
1. Main Library Gregory Street Entrance: 1408 W. Gregory Drive, Champaign
2.Funk Library: 1101 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana
3.Grainger Library: 1301 W. Springfield Ave., Urbana
Who: All New Students
Already trying to scope out the best spots to study on campus? Join our Orientation Team members as they show you some of the best spots to create, work, and study on campus! Look for an Orientation Leader in a Blue We are Illinois t-shirt.
Quad Day
When: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Where: Main Quad (behind the Illini Union)
Who: All New Students
Quad Day is one of Illinois's largest traditions! Join us and explore the many opportunities to engage with Student Organizations and connect with your fellow students. Which organizations will you join? Make sure to bring your water bottles! We will have sustainable water refilling stations throughout the event.
Panhellenic Council Primary Recruitment Information Session
When: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Where: Natural History Building, 1301 W. Green, Urbana
Who: All New Students
Come out to one of the PHC Information Sessions to meet sorority members from the Panhellenic Council and learn amore about the PHC Primary Recruitment Process.
Sensory Guide Key
- Large Group Event attendees may number in the hundreds.
Stairs Stair usage is required to access at least portions of the event.
Bright & Flashing Lights This event may include visual stimulation such as bright lights, colors, or flashing/strobe lights.- Loud Noises This event may include auditory stimulation such as extra loud sounds, music, and cheers.
- Social Interaction Event may include group activities, handshakes, and/or speaking or expression.
- Distance Getting to or participating in this event may require traveling longer physical distance (greater than 0.5 mile).
Closed Caption Available This event includes live closed captioning available on event screens.
Request for Accommodation
If you need disability related accommodations, please contact Gretchen Forman at 217-333-4057 or gforman@illinois.edu. Accommodations include but are not limited to an ASL interpreter, live captioning, and transportation. Questions can be sent to newstudent@illinois.edu.