Welcome to Orientation Programs

Welcome to Skidmore!  Whether you are an incoming first-year student staying on campus or heading to London, an international student, or a transfer student, we have planned an orientation to help you make the transition to Skidmore.  We’ve tailored each orientation to fit the unique needs of each group. From sessions meant to help you get to know your classmates, explore the campus, and discuss your academic goals and pursuits, our purpose is to be sure you have the information you need to begin a successful career at Skidmore.  For this reason, Orientation is required for all first-year and transfer students.

Below you will find the dates for all orientations happening this fall.   In May we will begin posting Orientation schedules and updates.

Class of 2016

London First-Year Orientation
August 20-22, 2012
Tentative London Orientation Schedule

Pre-Orientation
August 30-September 2, 2012
Tentative Pre-Orientation Opening Day Schedule

International Student Orientation (by invitation)
August 25 (arrival)-August 30, 2012

New and Transfer Student Orientation
September 2-7, 2012  (classes begin Wednesday, Sept. 5)
Tentative New Student Orientation Schedule
Tentative Transfer Student Orientation Schedule