Mon, Aug 23, 2021 12:00 AM –

Thu, Sep 30, 2021 12:00 AM EDT (GMT-4)

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Fully vaccinated friends and family are welcome to help students move in. All other orientation events are limited to students only. We hope to be able to welcome families and friends to campus for events soon.

Orientation is an opportunity for first-year students to immerse themselves in campus life. Visit https://yalecollege.yale.edu/first-year-and-new-student-resources/first-year-orientation for more.

Agenda

Past Events

Sun, Sep 05, 2021
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Old Campus
2021 Student Organizations Bazaar

2021 Student Organizations Bazaar.

Masks are required for this event.

Attached to this event is a map and key of where to find organizations on Old Campus!

Sun, Sep 05, 2021
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Buddhist Shrine Room, Harkness Tower, Branford College
Meditation & Buddhist Reflection for Undergrads

Guided meditation, reflection on our lives from a Buddhist perspective, and small group discussion with the undergraduate members of the Yale Buddhist community. Most students who attend are not self-subscribed Buddhists but are in a place of spiritual inquiry. All welcome!

Sat, Sep 04, 2021
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/audition-info-2021-22-yale-concert-band
Yale Concert Band Auditions — Harp, Piano, and Percussion only

10-minute auditions for the Yale Concert Band. Pre-registration required to enter the building.

https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/audition-info-2021-22-yale-concert-band

Fri, Sep 03, 2021
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/audition-info-2021-22-yale-concert-band
Yale Concert Band Auditions

10-minute auditions for the Yale Concert Band. Pre-registration required to enter the building.

https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/audition-info-2021-22-yale-concert-band

Fri, Sep 03, 2021
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVXRyU-OBSSMQgAbjc4ZHpRwFteM8e24uT9eipkClWA7b1EQ/viewform
Yale Precision Marching Band registration/rehearsal

Register for the Yale Precision Marching Band! 3:00 - 5:00 pm. Rehearse from 5:00 - 6:00pm
Pre-registration required to enter the building for these events. See link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVXRyU-OBSSMQgAbjc4ZHpRwFteM8e24uT9eipkClWA7b1EQ/viewform

Fri, Sep 03, 2021
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cross Campus
Energy@Yale College Orientation

Are you passionate about energy and the energy transition? Do you want to conduct groundbreaking research under the tutelage of world-class faculty and using state-of-the-art facilities? Do you want to gain real-life experience working with companies and professionals to build your skills for your dream job? If your answer to any or all of these questions is yes, then join in on the Orientation for Energy@Yale College!

The orientation is catered to every student, regardless of major, topic of interest, or experience in the sector. Whether you are undecided with no experience in energy, or you are set for a career in energy, everyone is welcome to attend and explore what the community has to offer. The session will cover everything from academics, to extracurriculars, to research, and post-graduation career pathways. Come just to say hi, prepared to ask questions, or to listen while finishing your meal; everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend to learn about the wonderful world of Energy@Yale College.

Fri, Sep 03, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Thu, Sep 02, 2021
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Private Location (register to display)
Yale Concert Band Auditions

10 minutes auditions for the Yale Concert Band. Pre-registration required to enter the building.

https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/audition-info-2021-22-yale-concert-band

Thu, Sep 02, 2021
4:10 PM – 5:30 PM
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeHllj-4aFMUUCVK7h1IDEaEkCONbPOuhL5Ej7dwn6xIgjJg/viewform
Yale Concert Band open rehearsal - all welcome

Instrumental and percussion student musicians may come and sit in on this open Yale Concert Band reading session. Pre-registration is required to enter the building.

Thu, Sep 02, 2021
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cross Campus
Energy@Yale College Orientation

Are you passionate about energy and the energy transition? Do you want to conduct groundbreaking research under the tutelage of world-class faculty and using state-of-the-art facilities? Do you want to gain real-life experience working with companies and professionals to build your skills for your dream job? If your answer to any or all of these questions is yes, then join in on the Orientation for Energy@Yale College!

The orientation is catered to every student, regardless of major, topic of interest, or experience in the sector. Whether you are undecided with no experience in energy, or you are set for a career in energy, everyone is welcome to attend and explore what the community has to offer. The session will cover everything from academics, to extracurriculars, to research, and post-graduation career pathways. Come just to say hi, prepared to ask questions, or to listen while finishing your meal; everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend to learn about the wonderful world of Energy@Yale College.

Thu, Sep 02, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Wed, Sep 01, 2021
12:00 AM – 11:55 PM
N/A
Classes Begin

Classes Begin

Wed, Sep 01, 2021
4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/yale-jazz-ensemble/audition-info
Yale Jazz Ensembles auditions

10-minute auditions for the Yale Jazz Ensembles. Pre-registration required to enter the building.

https://bands.yalecollege.yale.edu/yale-jazz-ensemble/audition-info

Wed, Sep 01, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Payne Whitney
Athletic Practice Window

Athletic Practice Window

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Residential Colleges
Breakfast

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Pierson, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Makeup Placement Exams and Interviews

Makeup Placement Exams and Interviews

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cross Campus
Energy@Yale College Orientation

Are you passionate about energy and the energy transition? Do you want to conduct groundbreaking research under the tutelage of world-class faculty and using state-of-the-art facilities? Do you want to gain real-life experience working with companies and professionals to build your skills for your dream job? If your answer to any or all of these questions is yes, then join in on the Orientation for Energy@Yale College!

The orientation is catered to every student, regardless of major, topic of interest, or experience in the sector. Whether you are undecided with no experience in energy, or you are set for a career in energy, everyone is welcome to attend and explore what the community has to offer. The session will cover everything from academics, to extracurriculars, to research, and post-graduation career pathways. Come just to say hi, prepared to ask questions, or to listen while finishing your meal; everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend to learn about the wonderful world of Energy@Yale College.

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Residential Colleges
Lunch

On August 31 the regular meal plan kicks in and you may begin eating in any of the 14 colleges.

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Virtual
Academic Fair (virtual)

The Academic Fair brings together representatives from Yale's 80+ majors and programs to provide information and answer student questions about course placement, course sequences, first-year course offerings, majors, and more. All first-year students, including new transfer and Eli Whitney students, are encouraged to attend.



This year's Academic Fair will take place virtually. Students will have the opportunity to go in and out of Zoom rooms at will, with links coming soon to the Academic Fair 2021: Zoom Links for Departmental/Major Info Sessions webpage, part of the Advising Resources website.



Students can expect to meet the director of undergraduate studies (DUS) in most sessions and, often, other faculty members, language program directors (in language departments), senior majors, or members of departments' Student Advisory Committee.



Also participating via Zoom will be representatives from such campus academic resource offices as the Poorvu Center for Teaching and Learning, the library system, the premed office, the Office of Career Strategy, the Center for Language Study, the Science & QR Education Office, and more.

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Residential Colleges
[Mandatory] First-Year Dinners

[Mandatory] First-Year Dinners

Tue, Aug 31, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Payne Whitney
Athletic Practice Window

Athletic Practice Window

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Residential Colleges
Breakfast

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Pierson, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Makeup Placement Exams and Interviews

Makeup Placement Exams and Interviews

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Residential Colleges
Lunch

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Pierson, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Online
[Mandatory] College Advising Meetings (virtual)

Keep an eye out for information from your college and advisors on how you will connect.

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
3:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Schwarzman Center
Dinner – Served in the colonnade of the Schwarzman Center

Dinner – Served in the colonnade of the Schwarzman Center

Mon, Aug 30, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ask FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Payne Whitney Gym
Athletic Practice Window

Athletic Practice Window

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Residential Colleges
Breakfast

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Pierson, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Makeup Placement Exams and Interviews

Makeup Placement Exams and Interviews

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Old Campus - enter from Elm St. next to the Chapel
University Church in Yale Worship

Sunday Christian worship at the University Church will be outside on Old Campus near Battell Chapel. Join our student and faculty congregation for a special welcome service for new students. Please bring your mask and an umbrella. RSVP if you can to Yale Connect at: https://cglink.me/2dA/r1171089. A Zoom option is also available, e-mail Pastor Ian Oliver at ian.oliver@yale.edu for the Zoom link.

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Residential Colleges
Brunch

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Pierson, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cross Campus
Energy@Yale College Orientation

Are you passionate about energy and the energy transition? Do you want to conduct groundbreaking research under the tutelage of world-class faculty and using state-of-the-art facilities? Do you want to gain real-life experience working with companies and professionals to build your skills for your dream job? If your answer to any or all of these questions is yes, then join in on the Orientation for Energy@Yale College!

The orientation is catered to every student, regardless of major, topic of interest, or experience in the sector. Whether you are undecided with no experience in energy, or you are set for a career in energy, everyone is welcome to attend and explore what the community has to offer. The session will cover everything from academics, to extracurriculars, to research, and post-graduation career pathways. Come just to say hi, prepared to ask questions, or to listen while finishing your meal; everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend to learn about the wonderful world of Energy@Yale College.

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Various Campus Locations ÔÇö Check with Peer Liaisons
Meet the Peer Liaisons (in-person)

The Meet Your Peer Liaison event is an opportunity for incoming Yale College First-Year students to meet their Peer Liaisons and other First-Years in-person as well as learn more about the eight centers/offices each Peer Liaison represents located across campus. The event format will be casual; students may come and go as they please. If you haven't already done so, students may submit their Peer Liaison request at https://yalecollege.yale.edu/communities/student-leadership/peer-liaisons and will receive email communication with more details about event location depending on what center/office they have requested a Peer Liaison from.

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
1:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Check with FroCo
[Mandatory] Myth of Miscommunication and Health and Sexuality Workshops

Your FroCo group will attend one of each workshop. Check with your FroCo for your group's time.

Myth of Miscommunication
The first-year workshop, "The Myth of Miscommunication," debunks the myth that sexual assault can occur as a result of confusion or misunderstanding. This workshop is built upon research in psychology and linguistics that shows that patterns of communication and refusal are consistent across circumstances of interaction, and that nuanced signals of deferral or refusal are evident and recognizable across gender, as well. All first-year students will attend this workshop, delivered by Yale's Communication and Consent Educators, during their Orientation
Myth of Miscommunication: https://cce.yalecollege.yale.edu/myth-miscommunication-workshops
Communication and Consent Educators (CCEs): https://cce.yalecollege.yale.edu/

Health and Sexuality
The "Health and Sexuality" workshops engages all first year students in conversation about making healthy sexual choices. The workshop, led by Community Health Educators (CHEs) covers sexual diversity at Yale, physical and emotional intimacy, and introduces students to the resources available to them as Yale undergraduates. All first-year students will attend this workshop during their Orientation
Community Health Educators: https://www.communityhealtheducators.com/

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Residential Colleges
Dinner

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Timothy Dwight

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Pierson, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Residential Colleges
[Mandatory] Academics 101 (in-person)

Your residential college dean will give you an overview of academics at Yale and prep you for your advisor meeting on Monday.

Sun, Aug 29, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Check with FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Payne Whitney Gym
Athletic Practice Window

Athletic Practice Window

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Residential Colleges
Breakfast

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Pierson

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Timothy Dwight, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cross Campus
[Mandatory] Yale College Opening Assembly

Opening Assembly is the official beginning of the collegiate experience. Students will gather together again for a similar event four years from now on the eve of graduation with those who have become dear friends and with equally proud family members. In person.

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Residential Colleges
Brunch

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Pierson

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Timothy Dwight, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
2:30 PM – 3:45 PM
[Mandatory] Community Values Conversation (FroCo groups)

[Mandatory] Community Values Conversation (FroCo groups)

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
https://yale.zoom.us/j/98064591416
[Mandatory] Welcome to New Haven (virtual)

Yale has been part of the New Haven community for most of its history. This session will introduce you to the city and the many ways Yale students connect with the city of New Haven.

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Residential Colleges
Dinner

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Pierson

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Timothy Dwight, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Cross Campus
Energy Orientation

Are you passionate about energy and the energy transition? Do you want to conduct groundbreaking research under the tutelage of world-class faculty and using state-of-the-art facilities? Do you want to gain real-life experience working with companies and professionals to build your skills for your dream job? If your answer to any or all of these questions is yes, then join in on the Orientation for Energy@Yale College!

The orientation is catered to every student, regardless of major, topic of interest, or experience in the sector. Whether you are undecided with no experience in energy, or you are set for a career in energy, everyone is welcome to attend and explore what the community has to offer. The session will cover everything from academics, to extracurriculars, to research, and post-graduation career pathways. Come just to say hi, prepared to ask questions, or to listen while finishing your meal; everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend to learn about the wonderful world of Energy@Yale College.

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Residential Colleges
[Mandatory] Navigating Your First Days (in-person)

[Mandatory] Navigating Your First Days (in-person)

Sat, Aug 28, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Check with your FroCo
[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

[Mandatory] FroCo Meeting (in-person)

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Payne Whitney Gym
Athletic Practice Window

Athletic Practice Window

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Residential Colleges
Breakfast

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Pierson

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Timothy Dwight, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Online Event
First-Year Move-In

Students move-in during timeslots. Only vaccinated family members can assist.

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cross Campus
Lunch for Purchase on Cross Campus

Lunch for Purchase on Cross Campus

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Payne Whitney Gym
Meeting link
Fri, Aug 27, 2021
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
https://yale.zoom.us/j/93214168661
Reception for First-Generation Students & Families (Virtual)

The elements of our presentation are:
• Greetings from the Yale College Deans Office & the FGLI Community Initiative
• Panel discussion with some current FGLI students
• Brief overview on how families can partner with Yale College to support their student's success at Yale. Who they can contact, and what opportunities they can direct their students to engage with to help get then most out of their Yale experience.

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Residential Colleges
Dinner

First-Year Dining Hall Assignments Until August 31, 2021

Ezra Stiles Dining Hall: Ezra Stiles, Benjamin Franklin, Pauli Murray

Silliman Dining Hall: Silliman, Jonathan Edwards, Pierson

Morse Dining Hall : Morse, Trumbull

Davenport Dining Hall: Davenport, Timothy Dwight, Branford

Berkeley Dining Hall: Berkeley, Grace Hopper, Saybrook

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Residential Colleges
[Mandatory] First-Year Community Meetings (in-person)

[Mandatory] First-Year Community Meetings (in-person)

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Residential Colleges
Fri, Aug 27, 2021
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Check with your FroCo
[Mandatory] First-Year Counselor (FroCo) Meetings

First-Year Counselors, colloquially known as "FroCos," seek to ease the transition of incoming first-years to the academic, social, and cultural life of Yale College. In person.

Mon, Aug 23, 2021
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pre-Orientation Student Move-In

*Move-in with time slots.*

Vaccinated students who are participating in pre-orientation programs move in. Programs run from August 23 to August 26.

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