Important Dates
Summer Orientation PROGRAMS:
Summer Orientation Programs (SOPs) are helpful in informing new students and families about the adjustment to college life. The formal program includes an academic overview presentation, break-out sessions, campus tours, and Q&A sessions with students and administrators. The 2013 SOPs dates are as follows:
Monday, June 24th**
Monday, July 15th
Monday, July 22nd
**Please note: Monday, June 24th will include additional specific programs for Transfer students. As a Transfer student we encourage you to attend this date if your schedule allows.
Commuter Barbecue:
This fun-filled event allows students to enjoy good food in the company of other classmates who also call the New York metropolitan area home. The Commuter Barbecue is sponsored by New Student Orientation, Commuter Student Services, the Commuter Assistant program, and the Commuting Students Association.
Thursday, August 16, 2013
Monday, July 15th
Monday, July 22nd
**Please note: Monday, June 24th will include additional specific programs for Transfer students. As a Transfer student we encourage you to attend this date if your schedule allows.
Commuter Barbecue:
This fun-filled event allows students to enjoy good food in the company of other classmates who also call the New York metropolitan area home. The Commuter Barbecue is sponsored by New Student Orientation, Commuter Student Services, the Commuter Assistant program, and the Commuting Students Association.
Thursday, August 16, 2013
New Student Fall Orientation Program:
The three-day fall Orientation program is mandatory for all new students. Families are invited to campus on Sunday, August 25th for resident move-in and commuter check-in. Academic Orientation and Student Life Orientation, held on Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th respectively, introducing new students to different aspects of academics and activities offered at Fordham which will enhance their college experience. The schedule from the 2012 New Student Orientation are below for your reference.
NSO Schedule for Parents 2012
NSO Schedule for New Students 2012
Family Weekend:
During Family Weekend, students invite their families to visit campus and participate in a variety of activities both on campus and within New York City. This year, Family Weekend will be held on October 4-6, 2013. For more information visit: www.fordham.edu/familyweekend.



