New Student Orientation

August 23 — August 26, 2023

Welcome!

The Orientation experience at Gettysburg is designed to help new students get acclimated to their new “home” through programming related to academics, student life, and the transition to college. Orientation begins with students’ participation in their first formal event as Gettysburgians—Opening Convocation. The days that follow are full of additional programming to help students chart their course at Gettysburg College.

The Center for Student Success, along with current Gettysburg students, faculty and staff are looking forward to welcoming you to our campus community. Please continue to monitor this page for updates throughout the late spring and summer.

Students volunteering by packing produce into boxes during GIV Day

Orientation schedule

Orientation is a four-day, comprehensive program of events designed to connect first-year and new transfer students with their classmates, faculty, and the broader campus community. Orientation is highlighted by the First-Year Walk, GIV Day, and other programs that introduce new students to Gettysburg College. Check out the Schedule page to get the most up-to-date information.

Center for Student Success

Campus Box 430
CUB 250
300 N. Washington Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Email: orientation@gettysburg.edu

Phone: (717) 337-6579

Fax: (717) 337-6335

Orientation at-a-glance

Students in the center of town on the First-Year Walk

Orientation Traditions

Orientation includes important Gettysburg College traditions such as the First-Year Walk and GIV (Gettysburg is Volunteering) Day.
Students reading a comic book in a first year seminar

First-Year Seminars

First-Year Seminars offer the benefits of an experience often reserved for college seniors to students beginning their college career.
Students working in a residence hall room

Getting settled

Residence hall living is a vital component of the Gettysburg experience, allowing you to learn about yourself and others on campus.