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Transfer Orientation

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Transfer Orientation: August 28th-September 1st

New Transfer Student Move-In Information

Thursday, August 28th, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Move-in times will be staggered and assigned. Students move-in time will be included in your Housing Assignment Confirmation email.
  • Students will check in at the lobby of their residence hall.

New Transfer Student Commuter Check-In

Thursday, August 28th, 2025, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

  • Students will check in at Dodge Performing Arts Center Lobby

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Orientation Team (OTeam)

The Orientation Team - OTeam for short - is responsible for welcoming new students to St. Mary's and helping them to transition to our college. The OTeam is made up of three parts:

  • Orientation Coordinators (also known as OCore) - Responsible for the recruitment and development of the OTeam, as well as the execution of OTeam training and the Fall and January Orientation Programs.
  • Orientation Staff - Work on logistics, and help with set up and tear down.
  • Orientation Leaders - Lead their own group of new students during Orientation.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please email us at orientation@smcm.edu, or call us at (240)-895-4209.