New Student Orientation
Every journey needs a map. Chart your course to the top at orientation.
Commonwealth University is excited to welcome our new students to our campuses for an exciting and informative orientation program. Below you will find information regarding our orientation programs, but first, let's talk about why it is so important. We require that students attend orientation...yes, it is required.
It is required because national research (as well as our own in-house research) shows that participation in orientation is one of the best ways to support college success. Every decision we make as an institution is driven by what is best for our students.
Our Mission: Undergraduate Student Orientation is designed to provide you with the tools and information that will allow you to be successful at Commonwealth University. We strive for a smooth transition to your new academic and social experiences.
How Students Benefit from Orientation:
- Gain a better understanding of academic expectations, policies, and procedures.
- Feel prepared to transition to college life at CU.
- Make connections with new and current students.
- Connect with faculty and staff.
- Become familiar with campus resources available to all students.
- Familiarize yourself with the people and places necessary for your success at CU.
- Gain a clearer understanding of your role as a college student.
Strengthen the partnership between students, their supporters, and Commonwealth University– which we believe strongly in.
New Student Orientation Dates
CU-Bloomsburg Orientation Dates
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- June 11
- June 12
- June 14
- June 17
- June 18
- June 20
Congratulations on your enrollment at Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg. We can’t wait to welcome you into the family, and we are here to assist you as you begin your journey.
All new first year students are required to participate in New Student Orientation. During orientation, you will be connected to campus resources, you will begin to schedule courses, and you will have opportunities to meet faculty, staff, and other students. Orientation is designed to make your transition as smooth as possible and to help you be successful as you begin your college career.
We encourage supporters/parents/guardians (any person who provides support to the student) to attend orientation with their student, and we will have specific sessions designed just for them. The more that family members understand about the college experience, the more helpful they can be to the student during their transition.
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- August 7
- August 8
We’re excited to have you continue your education here at Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg. Whether you are transferring from a community college or a four-year institution, we know you’re not new to the college experience, but are new to CU. All transfer students are required to register and complete New Student Orientation. We at Commonwealth University recognize that transfer students have specific needs, and we plan our Orientation to provide you with important information that will aid you in your transition to a new institution. Prior to participating, be sure that the Admissions office has received your most recent official transcript. This will be most beneficial to the scheduling process.
CU-Lock Haven Orientation Dates
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- May 20
- May 21
- June 7
- June 10
- June 18
Congratulations on your enrollment at Commonwealth University - Lock Haven. We can’t wait to welcome you into the family, and we are here to assist you as you begin your journey.
All new first year students are required to participate in New Student Orientation. During orientation, you will be connected to campus resources, you will begin to schedule courses, and you will have opportunities to meet faculty, staff, and other students. Orientation is designed to make your transition as smooth as possible and to help you be successful as you begin your college career.
We encourage supporters/parents/guardians (any person who provides support to the student) to attend orientation with their student, and we will have specific sessions designed just for them. The more that family members understand about the college experience, the more helpful they can be to the student during their transition.
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- August 5
We’re excited to have you continue your education here at Commonwealth University - Lock Haven. Whether you are transferring from a community college or a four-year institution, we know you’re not new to the college experience, but are new to CU. All transfer students are required to register and complete New Student Orientation. We at Commonwealth University recognize that transfer students have specific needs, and we plan our Orientation to provide you with important information that will aid you in your transition to a new institution. Prior to participating, be sure that the Admissions office has received your most recent official transcript. This will be most beneficial to the scheduling process.
CU-Mansfield Orientation Dates
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- June 3
- June 21
- June 24
- June 27
Congratulations on your enrollment at Commonwealth University - Mansfield. We can’t wait to welcome you into the family, and we are here to assist you as you begin your journey.
All new first year students are required to participate in New Student Orientation. During orientation, you will be connected to campus resources, you will begin to schedule courses, and you will have opportunities to meet faculty, staff, and other students. Orientation is designed to make your transition as smooth as possible and to help you be successful as you begin your college career.
We encourage supporters/parents/guardians (any person who provides support to the student) to attend orientation with their student, and we will have specific sessions designed just for them. The more that family members understand about the college experience, the more helpful they can be to the student during their transition.
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- July 30
We’re excited to have you continue your education here at Commonwealth University - Mansfield. Whether you are transferring from a community college or a four-year institution, we know you’re not new to the college experience, but are new to CU. All transfer students are required to register and complete New Student Orientation. We at Commonwealth University recognize that transfer students have specific needs, and we plan our Orientation to provide you with important information that will aid you in your transition to a new institution. Prior to participating, be sure that the Admissions office has received your most recent official transcript. This will be most beneficial to the scheduling process.
CU-Clearfield Orientation Dates
Note: Students must attend an Orientation at the Commonwealth University Campus they have deposited to and will be enrolling at in Fall 2024. Please save the dates and stay tuned for more information. You may choose one of the dates below. Space is limited.
- June 25
- August 2
Admitted Student Next Step Checklist
Welcome to Commonwealth University! If you've been admitted, you may be wondering - now what's next? Please use the checklist below as a roadmap to our Commonwealth U campuses!
Contact Our Team
Emmy Borst
- Executive Director of Student Success
- Lock Haven
Rebecca Toth
- Associate Director of Student Success / Director of Orientation
- Bloomsburg
Brenden Graulau
- Associate Director of Student Success / Director of Orientation - Lock Haven
- Lock Haven
Judith Brayer
- Coordinator of Sayre Student Services and Orientation
- Mansfield
Trinity Werstler
- Success Specialist
- Clearfield
