About Orientation
To welcome you into our community, we provide an Orientation program that is designed to make the transition to Emmanuel as seamless as possible for you and your family.
This comprehensive program will include an assessment of foundation skills, course selection, several placement examinations, academic advising, educational sessions and a chance to meet your classmates. It will also provide you with the information you will need to become an active, successful and contributing member of the Emmanuel College community!
During Orientation, all campus offices will be open (i.e. Residence Life and Housing, Student Financial Services, Admissions, etc.) to answer any questions you may have. You will have your photo taken for your student ID and will receive this ID when you come back in the fall. All your meals will be provided while you are on campus, but you may want to bring a small amount of spending money if you wish to purchase any Emmanuel gear from our bookstore. Parking is available for anyone staying on campus.
Orientation Sessions
Different Orientation sessions are offered based upon your status as a new or transfer student. Click on the following for information for:
Orientation Leader Staff
When you arrive for Orientation, you will be greeted by 26 student Orientation Leaders (OLs). These students have been selected to welcome you, answer questions, and introduce you to Emmanuel's beautiful 17-acre campus and all of the College's student services. OLs come from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, including different class years and majors, and participate in a variety of co-curricular activities. During Orientation, these leaders will also meet with parents and families to answer questions and provide their own student perspective. They are here to help guide you and are very excited for your arrival!
Important Information...
...for Federal Stafford Loan Borrowers
Students who are planning to borrow a Federal Stafford Loan are required to attend a loan information session at Orientation. At this session, required paperwork will be completed. To complete the paperwork, you must have the following items with you: a valid driver's license two personal references with separate addresses (one may be a parent) including name, address, and telephone number
...for Documented Physical, Psychological and/or Learning Disability Students
Students with a documented physical, psychological, and/or learning disability, whether permanent or temporary, need to contact the Disabilities Coordinator by calling 617-735-9923 or by e-mailing mayos@emmanuel.edu at least two weeks prior to the date of their Orientation so that, if needed, the appropriate arrangements and accommodations may be provided for their placement testing. These may include extended test time, a distraction limited test environment, and a reader or scribe. Documentation must be sent at least two weeks prior to the student's Orientation date. Remember, students need to make advance arrangements; these accommodations are not available on a "drop-in" basis. For more information about Disability Services, please click here»
...for International Students and Students Living Abroad
In addition to this brochure, international students and students living abroad will receive information from the Office of International Programs for students coming from other countries, including arrival information.