Special emphasis is placed on the student's integration into his or her academic program through meetings with faculty advisers and other students. First-year and transfer students have ample opportunities to explore the variety of campus organizations and activities while experiencing the excitement of meeting new friends and colleagues. Orientation welcomes the student into the Utica College family and several sessions are planned throughout the year. The summer sessions place more emphasis on first-year students and their parents. As an orientation participant, freshmen will wonder no longer about college life, especially after sleeping in the dorms, mingling with peers, meeting advisers, and learning about the campus.
Orientation is also a great way for parents to see the campus and visit with staff.
UC also hosts a special orientation session for transfer students. In August, the day before classes start, all students go through a final orientation day. Students have a chance to meet with advisers, finalize registration, buy books, and catch up with friends. This orientation session coincides with the president's annual Convocation address welcoming the academic year. In January another session is held for all students starting at midterm.