Freshman Orientation Program
Day 1 Orientation Schedule Sessions
Check-In: Prepare to take flight at the University of Houston-Downtown! Check-in and meet your Gator Crew Leader!
Time: 8:15 am to 8:45 am
Location: Welcome Center
Welcome New Gators! As we celebrate your arrival, our orientation team will officially welcome you to the University of Houston-Downtown!
Time: 9:00 am to 9:30 am
Location: A300
*Supporters welcome to attend session
Meet Your Orbit: During this panel session, hear from members of the UHD community about all the great opportunities and resources UHD has to offer.
Time: 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Location: A300
*Supporters welcome to attend session
Galactic Self-Discovery: Learn about Student Health Services, Student Counseling Services, and other resources to help you stay physically and mentally ready to succeed!
Time: 10:10 am to 12:00 pm
Location: A405
Campus Tour: Take a stroll around campus on this guided walking tour led by our Gator Crew.
Time: 10:10 am to 12:00 pm
Location:
Prepare for Lift-Off! Learn about the First Year Seminar (FYS) as you prepare to create your first semester schedule. Get tips on how to optimize your time in the class registration session on Day 2.
Time: 10:10 am to 12:00 pm
Location: A436
Lunch: Take a break and meet other new Gators while eating lunch. (students only)
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Location: Skyline Lounge
Xplore Fair: Discover involvement opportunities including organizations, volunteering, events, study abroad and other resources!
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Location: Student Life Center
Space Exploration: Explore UHD on this guided journey around campus! Familiarize yourself with campus and bond with friends as you visit different destinations filled with surprises, UHD swag, and fun!
Time: 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm
Location: Various
Gator Talk: Visit with your peers and Gator Crew Leader as you engage in conversation to get to know one another.
Time: 2:45 pm to 3:05 pm
Location: Various
Wrap Up: Today was a journey! Let’s reconnect.
Time: 3:10 pm
Location: A300
Financial Aid Workshop: Have questions or need assistance regarding your financial aid? Visit the Financial Aid Office to get your questions answered.
Time: 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: OMB S350
Day 2 Orientation Schedule Sessions
Location: Welcome Center
UHD 101 - Where Knowledge Orbits Excellence: Learn about the resources available to help you succeed and achieve, to orbit into excellence at UHD!
Time: 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Location: Auditorium
Location: Auditorium
Protecting Your Space: Our Campus Police and Title IX/Equal Opportunity Services Departments will share important information about campus safety, anti-discrimination, and consent. Learn about these resources and how they support you.
Time: 10:45 am to 11:30 am
Location: Auditorium
Intro to Academic Advising - Where Dreams Take Flight: Hear from the academic advising teams and prepare to take your first steps toward class registration.
Time: 11:30 am to 12:00 pm
Location: A300
Lunch: Connect with your Gator Crew and peers over lunch. (students only)
Time: 11:30 am to 12:00 pm
Location: A300
Advising and Class Registration: Meet with your academic success coordinator (advisor), begin to chart your path to success, and register for classes!
Time: 12:15 pm
Location: Various
College Experience: Engage with faculty, staff and students from your College as you get glimpse of ways to get involved academically, and learn about student organizations and activities that are specific to your major!
Time: 12:15 pm
Location: Various
Wrap Up: You’ve accomplished so much in the past two days! Let’s debrief!