Welcome Class of 2029, transfer students, and exchange students to Lawrence University!
Our New Student Orientation Series will be VIRTUAL. Please see all the sessions below - see you soon! Recordings of all sessions except LU Connect with International Students will be recorded and posted online within a week of the session.
LU Launch
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 (7pm CDT)
This session will welcome families, supporters and new first-year and transfer students. It will provide an overview of the orientation series, what to expect and do over the summer, and connections to campus partners.
LU Connect with Academic Advising
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 (7pm CDT)
This session for new and transfer students will provide an overview of the new student advising and registration process over the summer and how to prepare for your advising and registration session. There will be space to ask questions as well.
LU Connect with Transfer Students
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (7pm CDT)
This session for transfer students will provide an overview of the transfer student experience for summer and fall. Learn more about your advising processes, orientation and move-in, and connect with campus partners and supports.
LU Connect with International Students
Thursday, June 26, 2025 (8am CDT)
Part 1) This session for new International Students will provide an overview of International Student campus supports and discuss the pre-arrival requirements.
LU Connect about Residential Living
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 (7pm CDT)
This session for new students, families and supporters will share plans and preparations for moving to campus, share resources to support living away from home, and connect with campus partners involved in your residential living experience.
LU Connect with International Students
Thursday, August 21, 2025 (8am CDT)
(Part 2) This session for new international students will provide an overview of the International Student Orientation, the U.S. Port of Entry process, and create space to answer questions.
LU Connect with EPIC Experience Groups
September 2-5 (Times TBD)
This session for new students will be an opportunity for them to connect with their EPIC experience group which will meet and kick off during Welcome Week. This will include their faculty/staff support person, orientation leader, and community advisor.