Spring Orientation– we’re excited to welcome our newest Eagles in Spring 2023! Stop by the PUB 2nd floor on the first day of the quarter (April 3) for coffee, pastries, and a welcome packet!
Students beginning their Eagle career in the Fall of 2023 can choose one of five in-person dates. Sign up today!
July 17 and August 4 also have Spanish-speaking sessions and the option for students to stay overnight in a residence hall.
To sign up, log in using the username and password you used to apply to EWU.
Have questions or need help registering?
Contact Orientation & Family Programs at 509.359.6843 or orientation@ewu.edu.
| Time: | Event/Presentation: | Location: |
|---|---|---|
| 9-10 a.m. | Optional Campus Tours (no registration required) | 1st Floor Showalter |
| 9:30-10 a.m. | Check In | Showalter Lawn |
| 10-10:30 a.m. | Orientation Welcome | Showalter Auditorium |
| 10:30-11 a.m. | Financial Aid Presentation ** | Showalter Auditorium |
| 11-11:15 a.m. | Break | |
| 11:15 a.m.- 12 p.m. | College Sessions (students) | Various Locations |
| 11:15 a.m.- 12 p.m. | Student Safety & Success (families)** | Showalter Auditorium |
| 12- 1:30 p.m. | Optional Campus BBQ/ Resource Fair/ Eagle Store | Campus Mall/ PUB NCR |
| 1:30-2 p.m. | Housing Presentation/ Transfer Credit Session | Showalter Auditorium/ Showalter 109 |
| 2-2:45 p.m. | Student Panel | Showalter Auditorium |
| 2:45-3 p.m. | Closing Remarks | Showalter Auditorium |
| 3-5 p.m. | Open Houses | Various Locations |
Once you officially confirm with Admissions that you’re attending EWU in the Fall, then you will get an email from us regarding signing up for your Orientation. Don’t see the email? Let us know at orientation@ewu.edu and we can help you out!
You can also register using the buttons above!
Yes! The sign-up form will allow you to change your date. Just log back in and edit your submission.
Absolutely! Each student is permitted 2 guests to join them. This number is based on the maximum capacities of the rooms we’ll be using.
The schedule is essentially the same for all four Orientation dates. July 17 and August 4 do have a Spanish breakout sessions** available, however. If you or your loved one would prefer to learn more about EWU in Spanish, we would encourage you to attend one of these dates.
**Please note that the entire Orientation program will not be translated in Spanish. There will be dedicated sessions on these dates where Spanish will be the primary language spoken.
New Students: If you’re interested in spending the night on campus the night before your Orientation, make sure you chose the “with overnight component” option when you register for your date.
For Families: Looking for some accommodations for you and/or your family? Check out some local hotels below!
Great question! The menu will be a Grilled Cheeseburger/ Vegetarian Sandwich on a roll with condiments. Fruit, salad, cookies, and drinks will also be provided. You can purchase your lunch tickets on your Orientation portal or the new student dashboard!
*Please note that lunch is optional and must be payed for prior to the Orientation event.
Here’s a list of things we recommend you bring for your overnight Orientation experience:
Exploring your Academics is Important! Here’s a list of what’s under each College:
We will have a variety of free lots for you to utilize on the day of your Orientation!
There’s a lot to know as you begin your journey as an Eagle! Here are some FAQs to help guide you through the process.
Did you miss your Orientation? Still have a few unanswered questions? Check out our Orientation recordings for help!
Join Melanie Potts, Director of Housing & Residential Life, as she dives into the live-on requirement, the benefits of living on campus, what to expect at move in day, and more!
Listen as our panel- EWU Dean of Students, the Director of Counseling and Wellness, the Director of Student Engagement and Recreation, PLUS Tutoring, and a member of our EWU Family Council- answers questions regarding student safety and success here at Eastern.
Talking about finances can be tough. Join our EWU Financial Aid experts and student panel to break down that barrier, define next steps in your financial aid journey, and learn what you can do to get ahead!
Hear from real students about their EWU experience and why they decided to become an Eagle!
Access the full EWU video library below:
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:
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.