Freshman Orientation Program

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

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

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!