Summer Orientation FAQs
Orientation Dates 2009

All first year students are expected to attend a summer session.

Session 1: Monday, July 13 - Tuesday, July 14
Session 2: Thursday, July 16 - Friday, July 17
Session 3: Monday, July 20 - Tuesday, July 21
Session 4: Saturday, July 25 in Honolulu, HI

Students absolutely unable to attend any of these sessions should contact the New Student and Family Programs Office at 206-296-2525 or email newstudent@seattleu.edu .

Welcome Week: Saturday, September 19-Saturday, September 26
Classes begin: Wednesday, September 23

Do I have to attend summer orientation?

Yes, all freshmen are expected to attend summer orientation and fall welcome week.

Who should plan to attend orientation?

Besides the incoming freshman, parents are highly encouraged to attend. There will be a concurrent family program at summer orientation.

Is there a cost associated with summer orientation?

Yes, there will be a cost for each participant. The cost per student is $100 and $50 per family member. Student costs will be included in their first quarter bill. Family costs will need to be sent to our office prior to the Summer in Seattle session. The cost covers a portion of the meals and materials for the program.  

Are there any discounts on travel?

Yes, Seattle University has coordinated with Alaska Airlines to provide a 10% discount for flights between July 12th and July 25th.  Please got to http://www.alaskaair.com/

Input the Discount Code, ECCMB0972, into the Discount Code box when filling out the Flights Quick Search box. The discount would be applied to any flights that meet the criteria of the prearranged meeting code.  After inputting the Discount Code, click on the question mark to pull up a screen that provides general advisories regarding the use of the Discount code. Clicking on this screen will bring up a detailed description of what is allowed on this particular meeting code.

There is no ticketing fee when booking on AlaskaAir.com; however, a $15.00 ticketing fee will apply for bookings made by calling the Group Desk.

When do I receive my fall quarter schedule?

Fall quarter schedules will be distributed by an academic advisor during summer orientation.

Do I need to attend the first session to get a "good" fall schedule?

Not at all! Your fall schedule is created by an advisor based on the new student preference information you submit on-line in May. Getting an appropriate schedule is based on when you submit your preference information on-line, not on what session of orientation you attend.

If I know what session I want to attend, should I make travel plans now?

Beginning in May, reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis but space is limited at each session so please do not make any travel plans until you have received a session confirmation from us.

What if I need to change my orientation reservation?

Contact New Student & Family Programs at (206)296-2525, newstudent@seattleu.edu . We will do our best to accommodate a change.

What else will happen at summer orientation?

Many things! You will get to meet faculty and learn about professors' expectations in the classroom, experience community life, meet classmates, make friends, understand how to use SU's technology, have fun and much more!

Am I required to stay in the residence halls during summer orientation?

Yes, all students, even commuters, will spend the night in the halls during summer orientation.

When will I receive my housing and roommate assignment?

You will receive your community assignment at summer orientation. Your specific room and roommate assignment will be mailed to you in early August.

Other questions?

For any questions related to orientation, please contact the New Student & Family Programs Office, (206)296-2525, newstudent@seattleu.edu , www.seattleu.edu/newstudent.