Welcome to the #EagleFamily!
The new student orientations are designed to prepare you for your first year at EWU. Our goal is to set you up for a successful and rewarding college experience. Below are a few of steps to get you on your way!
New Student Orientation
2024 New Student Orientation Dates
To sign up, log in using the username and password you used to view your admission decision.
*= Spanish Sessions Available, Overnight Options Available
Have questions or need help registering?
Contact Orientation & Family Programs at 509.359.6843 or orientation@ewu.edu.
Summer Orientation Schedule
| Time: | Event/Presentation: | Location: |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30- 9 a.m. | Optional Campus Tours (no registration required) | 1st Floor Showalter |
| 9- 9:45 a.m. | Check In | Showalter Lawn |
| 10- 10:15 a.m. | Orientation Welcome | Showalter Auditorium |
| 10:15- 10:45 a.m. | Financial Aid & Student Financial Services Presentation ** | Showalter Auditorium |
| 10:45- 11 a.m. | Break | |
| 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. | College Sessions (students) Student Safety & Success (families)** | Various Locations Showalter Auditorium |
| 12- 1:30 p.m. | Optional Campus BBQ (must have purchased tickets beforehand) Resource Fair | Campus Mall PUB NCR |
| 1:30- 1:50 p.m. | Records & Registration | Showalter Auditorium |
| 1:50- 2:15 p.m. | Housing Presentation | Showalter Auditorium |
| 2:15- 2:45 p.m. | Student Panel | Showalter Auditorium |
| 2:45 p.m. | Closing Remarks | Showalter Auditorium |
| 3- 5 p.m. | Open Houses; Campus Tours; Advising Appointments | Various Locations |
| 3- 4 p.m. | *June 24 only* EWU Running Start Continuing Students | Showalter 109 |
Each Orientation date has the same schedule.
**Spanish breakout sessions available July 15 and August 2
This schedule is subject to change.
Have a question? Text us!
Our Orientation team is here to help you thrive! Feel free to text our line with whatever questions you might have- Orientation related or not.
(509) 359-9711
*texts may take up to 24 hours to respond; weekends vary
Transferring into EWU?
There can be a lot to keep track of. Check out the transfer website to learn more about transferring credits, registering for classes, and more!
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Reach Out for Assistance
The orientation team is available to connect if you would like to discuss any aspect of your transition to EWU. We’re also a great resource if you’d like to ask any general questions.
Send us an email at orientation@ewu.edu and let us know:
- Full Name
- EWU Username
- Phone number
- Brief overview explaining the nature of your requested meeting.
Once you have emailed us, our team will reach out as soon as possible.
Questions? Please contact us at orientation@ewu.edu or 509.359.6843.