CC Bound: Information for New Students

NSO Schedule

The NSO schedule takes inspiration from the Block Plan and will give you a taste of a "typical" class day; required sessions are offered each morning and the rest of the day is open for you to get connected to campus resources and peers, relax in your room, or walk around campus. 

Participation in NSO is a requirement of matriculation for all new and incoming Colorado College students, including those who participate in other early arrival programs.

 

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Schedule Key:

  • (Required Session)*: participation in NSO is a requirement of matriculation to Colorado College. Sessions marked with an (Required Session)* make up the required program components. Upon completion of these sessions, all students will complete an attendance quiz or in-person attendance will be taken.
  • All New Students: includes first-years, transfers, and exchange students. Unless otherwise indicated, all new students are expected to attend required sessions and require components. When programs or events are for specific sub-populations, that will be indicated in both the title of the event and the event description. 
    Optional: You have the option to participate in these sessions. All evening social events are optional. 

 

 

2023 New Student Orientation Schedule

2:00 – 6:00 pm, Early Approved Move-in (for students with approval only) 

New Student Move-in is on Monday, August 21th from 7:45 am to 12 noon. Students with extenuating circumstances may, however, request early arrival move-in, on Sunday, August 20 from 2 pm to 6 pm; link to apply for approval can be found here, under 'Due July 28th'.

Completed immunization paperwork are required to move into the residence halls.

While the residence halls will only be available for students with approved early move-in, everyone is welcome to the Mail center and Bookstore on Saturday and Sunday. Students can meet with other offices, such as Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Housing, and more, Monday, August 21 if needed.

The Bookstore is open from 10am-2pm on Saturday, August 19, and Sunday, August 20. The Mail Center is open from 8am-1pm on Saturday, August 19, and 2-6pm on Sunday, August 20.

5:00 – 6:45 pm, Dinner, Rastall 

Students may use their meal plans for dinner; $12.90 per person for family and friends. 

Throughout the Day, RA Check-in 

To make sure students who have been approved to arrive early are aware of the resources available to them their first night on-campus, their RAs will check-in with them one-on-one or in small groups. Please note, CC staff will be working hard to prepare for NSO! Aside from this check-in meeting, we are unable to host social programs for students arriving on Sunday.

Students who arrived early for Bridge, Global Scholars, International Orientation or Fall Athletics are not expected to check-in with their RAs on Sunday, August 20.

7:45 am – 1:00 pm, Orientation Check-in for Students & Families, NSO Tent on Tava Quad [rain location: Armstrong Hall Lobby]

Students first stop upon arrival Monday should be the NSO check-in tent to pick up your student ID, nametag, and more. 
Families/guests will check in at the same tent as students to obtain their guest wristbands, resources, and have an opportunity to meet Parent and Family Programs staff.  
The tent opens at 7:45 a.m. and we anticipate check-in will be busiest between 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.; thank you for your patience. 
Please reference the Aug. 21 Move-In Day Guide for more information about driving directions to residence halls and details for parking. 
Students who arrived early for Bridge, Global Scholars, International Orientation or Fall Athletics are also required to check-in at the NSO tent to receive their nametag and other materials.  

8:00 am – 12:00 pm, New Student Move-in, Residence Halls Around Campus 

After you have checked in for NSO, you can then proceed to your residence hall for move-in or Big 3 front desk. At your residence hall, staff will be available to facilitate the move-in process, during which you will receive your room key.

At your residence hall, the residence halls will open promptly at 8 a.m. for move-in. Please do not attempt to access the halls in advance. Thank you! During move-in, you will have help; there will be Resident Assistants, move-in staff, Priddy leaders, and professional staff.

8:00 am – 1:00 pm, Taking Care of Business 

Various offices will be open for you to stop in and take care of business. 

11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Welcome Luncheon, in the Move-In Tent on Tava Quad

Students and families are invited to enjoy a free lunch and meet other incoming students and families. Staff members will also be on hand to answer general questions and provide directions. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni and Family Relations. 

1:30 – 2:00 pm, NSO College Welcome*, Robson Arena (849 N Tejon) 

NSO officially kicks off with a welcome for all students, parents and guests. This session is required for students. 

2:00 – 5:00 pm, Family & Guest Programming, Cornerstone Arts Center and Ed Robson Arena

Parent/Family Orientation programming is designed to help you connect with other CC families, as well as learn about the many resources and programs available at CC to help support your student’s success. Parent orientation guests will receive a printed schedule at check-in. Learn more here!

Sponsored by the Office of Alumni and Family Relations.

  • 2:00-3:30 pm | Resource Fair and Regional Connections (Ed Robson Arena)
    Connect with CC representatives from over 30 offices and programs to ask questions and learn more. There will also be a space to connect with other incoming families from your home region.
  • 3:00-5:00 pm | Various Optional Breakout Sessions by Topic (Cornerstone, various rooms)
All guests will have the option to attend a selection of various sessions based on interest.
Parents of student athletes are asked to attend a full one-hour breakout session with VP/ Director of Athletics, Lesley Irvine. (Celeste Theatre)

2:15 – 3:15 pm, First Priddy Meetings*, Tava Quad  

Meet with your NSO Priddy Experience leaders and fellow trippees to learn about the week ahead and get to know each other! This session is required for students. 

3:30 – 5:30 pm, Student Welcome & Required Student Session Block*, Armstrong Hall, Kathryn Mohrman Theater 

The Orientation required content sessions are intended to give you opportunities to learn about campus resources and important aspects of college life in large groups as well as the opportunity to dive deeper into these topics through small group discussions. Today's topics are: Civil Rights, Title IX, and Sexual Assault Prevention. This session is required for students. 

Introduction to and Understanding the Role of CC’s Office for Civil Rights and Title IX: The Office for Civil Rights and Title IX is a resource available to all members of the Colorado College community for addressing incidents of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. In this presentation you will be introduced to the staff working in the Office and learn about the work that we do to prevent and end discrimination and harassment on our campus

Our Community Approach to Sexual Violence Prevention and Response: Sexual violence prevention and response is a CC community issue - all of CC's community members deserve learn, teach, and live in an environment free from sexual violence. This presentation will provide a foundational understanding of the connection between sexual violence, power, and oppression, the importance of consent and healthy boundaries, and support resources available to you on campus.

*If you do not think you will be able to attend this session in person as you are not feeling well, please contact Orientation@coloradocollege.edu to receive the Zoom links for this session. You will still be required to complete the attendance quiz to verify participation in this session. 

5:00 – 8:45 pm, Dinner Break, Errands, and Optional Gathering

However you use this time, it is important to note that students should be back on campus by 8:45 pm at the latest to be on time for the required hall meetings.

5:00 – 7:45 pm, Dinner, On Your Own or at Rastall Café, Worner Campus Center, Main Level  

Enjoy dinner at Rastall or check out a local restaurant; for dinner in Rastall, show your wristband for entry. At check-in, we will also have suggestions for local CC favorite eateries close to campus. 

7:00 – 8:45 pm, Sweet Send-Offs, NSO Tent on Tava Quad  [rain location: Worner Center Lobby]

Students and their families/guests are invited to drop in for an evening sweet treat, meet other students and families, say your final goodbyes, and share your words of wisdom; this concludes the Family Orientation Program. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni and Family Relations. 

9:00 - 10:00 pm, Required Community Meetings*, Big 3 Residence Hall Lobby 

This required meeting will introduce you to your RA staff, fellow hall residents, and community expectations. Students living outside of the Big 3 halls should attend the community meeting at their assigned front desk.

~10:00 pm, Evening Hall Socials, Big 3 Residence Hall Lobby (optional)

Get to know your new neighbors and your hall through this building-wide social activity.  

7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center    

9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Wellness and Building a Sense of Place (Required Session)*, Kathryn Mohrman Theater, Armstrong Hall, Main Level 

First, test your knowledge about wellness topics, learn about campus resources, and compete to win prizes. Brought to you by the Wellness Resource Center.

Then, the Building a Sense of Place program aims to cultivate a sense of place and connection to Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region by deepening your knowledge of local communities, issues, and ecosystems. Hear from local community leaders about the opportunities and challenges currently facing Colorado Springs. Sponsored by the Collaborative for Community Engagement.

*If you do not think you will be able to attend this session in person as you are not feeling well, please contact Orientation@coloradocollege.edu to receive the Zoom links for this session. You will still be required to complete the attendance quiz to verify participation in this session.

12:00 – 1:30 pm, Lunch Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center  

1:00 – 4:00 pm, College 101 Sessions, Tours, and Activities*, Around Campus

Individualize your NSO experience by attending informational breakout sessions and workshops; you are required* to attend at least two (2) sessions, and up to four (4), during the entirety of NSO. But it is completely up to you about what you decide to attend and when! Be sure to bring your Gold Card. 
Register here!
  • 1-1:50pm: How do I... Build Community at CC? [Student Event Space, Worner Campus Center Basement]
  • 1-1:50pm: How do I... Graduate? [Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center]
  • 1-1:50pm: How do I... Build Healthy Relationships and Boundaries? [South Hall Commons]
  • 1-1:50pm: Tour of the Fitness Center [Meet at the AFP Fitness Center] [EVENT FULL]
  • 1-1:50pm: Tour of Tutt Library [Meet in the Tutt Library Lobby] [EVENT FULL]
  • 2-2:50pm: How do I... Find Help When I Need It? [Student Event Space, Worner Campus Center Basement]
  • 2-2:50pm: How do I... Take Care of Myself Physically?  [South Hall Commons]
  • 2-2:50pm: How do I... Manage Finances and Work on Campus? [Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center] [EVENT FULL]
  • 2-2:50pm: Activity: Tiger Spirit [Reid Arena]
  • 2-2:50pm: Activity: Meditation [Shove Chapel] [EVENT FULL]
  • 3-3:50pm: How do I... Eat and Live on Campus? [Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center]
  • 3-3:50pm: How do I... Get Involved During Blocks and Block Breaks? [Student Event Space, Worner Campus Center Basement] [EVENT FULL]
  • 3-3:50pm: How do I... Take Care of Myself Mentally, Emotionally and Spiritually?  [South Hall Commons]
  • 3-3:50pm: Tour of East Campus [Meet at Worner Campus Center Quad (near flagpole)] [EVENT FULL]
  • 3-3:50pm: Tour of West Campus [Meet at Worner Campus Center Quad (near flagpole)]

More information can be found on the College 101 website.


4:00 - 5:00 pm, Wellness and Recharge Hour

We know NSO is packed full of fun activities, so please take care of yourself during this transitional time! Take this time to practice resting and recharging, a skill that will come in handy once the academic year begins.

5:00 – 6:30 pm, Dinner Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center  

6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*

Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community.  Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet. 

8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events and Affinity Group Meet and Greets 

Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. We will also have intentional time for specific groups of new students to meet and interact with various offices on campus. 

  • Meet other Gap Year Students; Hybl Community Center
    • Did you take a gap year before enrolling at CC? Meet other gap year students and CC admission staff in an informal setting and enjoy dessert! We look forward to hearing stories about what you did – and learned – during your gap year!
  • Meet The Butler Center; RTD Multicultural Lounge on the Second Floor of Worner
    • The Butler Center, named after one of the earliest African-American CC alums who invested in the future of the college, serves as an identity-based student center for diversity, equity & inclusion. We are committed to the cultivation of an antiracist campus through education, advocacy, and celebration. We invite students that identify as students of color, first-generation, and/or undocumented to our Welcome Reception to meet our staff and get to know more about our programs and initiatives!
  • Upcycle Your Look; Arts and Crafts Studio in the basement of Worner
    • Do you want to start the semester with a fresh new look? This evening in Arts and Crafts is dedicated to upcycling your clothes. We will share some techniques for printing on fabric such as block printing and screen-printing and create cyanotype patches that you can use for upcycling. Bring some clothes along or use some of the clothes we have here in Arts and Crafts. 
  • Movie/Game Nights at Your New Home; Lounges of the Big 3 (Loomis, Mathias, South)
    • Each night there will be RA led movies/games in the Big 3 Lounges. Stop by and meet new people!
  • Get Active with Athletics; Washburn Field/El Pomar Sports Center
    • Advance through various stations to win prizes. Featuring varsity athletes, club sports, fun challenges for all skill levels, nutritional snacks, and more!
  • Tea Time and Tabletop Games; Sacred Grounds, south side door at Shove Chapel
    • Come enjoy a cozy evening of tea, snacks, and games in Sacred Grounds. Looking for some quiet space? Venture upstairs into Shove Chapel for quieter conversation, community, and games. From 9-10pm, if desired, students will have the opportunity to meet other students interested in spirituality and/or religion upstairs, in the chapel.

7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center  

9:00 am – 11:00 am, Building an Inclusive Campus Community: Required Session*, Kathryn Mohrman Theater, Armstrong Hall, Main Level 

Colorado College is committed to building an environment where all of its members can be challenged and supported, teach and learn, and contribute as full members of the community. We believe that in order to do this we must build our capacity to engage within, about and across difference. The Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington will lead us for an engaging conversation about what it takes to make CC a more inclusive campus community. 

*If you do not think you will be able to attend this session in person as you are not feeling well, please contact Orientation@coloradocollege.edu to receive the Zoom links for this session. You will still be required to complete the attendance quiz to verify participation in this session.

11:00 - 11:30 am, Class Photo*, Washburn Field

12:00 – 12:45 pm, Required Session for Student Athletes*, Kathryn Mohrman, Armstrong Hall

Required session for first year student-athletes. Athletics administrative staff will introduce themselves, educate student-athletes about available resources, create a foundation for Championship Culture, and share details about student-athlete handbook.

12:15 – 1:30 pm, Lunch Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center

1:00 – 4:00 pm, College 101 Sessions, Tours and Activities*, Around Campus

Individualize your NSO experience by attending informational breakout sessions and workshops; you are required* to attend at least two (2) sessions, and up to four (4), during the entirety of NSO. But it is completely up to you about what you decide to attend and when! Be sure to bring your Gold Card. 
Register here!
  • 1-1:50pm: How do I... Manage Finances and Work on Campus? [South Hall Commons] [EVENT FULL]
  • 1-1:50pm: How do I... Get Involved During Blocks and Block Breaks? [Student Event Space, Worner Campus Center Basement] [EVENT FULL]
  • 1-1:50pm: How do I... Take Care of Myself Mentally, Emotionally and Spiritually? [Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center]
  • 1-1:50pm: Tour of East Campus [Meet at Worner Campus Center Quad (near flagpole)]
  • 1-1:50pm: Tour of West Campus [Meet at Worner Campus Center Quad (near flagpole)]
  • 2-2:50pm: How do I... Build Community at CC? [Student Event Space, Worner Campus Center Basement]
  • 2-2:50pm: How do I... Find Help When I Need It? [South Hall Commons]
  • 2-2:50pm: How do I... Eat and Live on Campus? [Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center]
  • 2-2:50pm: Tour of Tutt Library [Meet in the Tutt Library Lobby]
  • 2-2:50pm: Tour of the Fitness Center [Meet at the AFP Fitness Center]
  • 3-3:50pm: How do I... Build Healthy Relationships and Boundaries? [South Hall Commons]
  • 3-3:50pm: How do I... Graduate? [Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center]
  • 3-3:50pm: How do I... Take Care of Myself Physically? [Student Event Space, Worner Campus Center Basement]
  • 3-3:50pm: Activity: Bike Ride [Meet at the Southeast corner of Worner Campus Center] [EVENT FULL]
  • 3-3:50pm: Activity: Meditation and Quigong [Shove Chapel] [EVENT FULL]
More information can be found on the College 101 website.

4:00 - 5:00 pm, Wellness and Recharge Hour
We know NSO is packed full of fun activities, so please take care of yourself during this transitional time! Take this time to practice resting and recharging, a skill that will come in handy once the academic year begins.

5:00 – 6:30 pm, Dinner Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center  

6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*

Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community.  Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet. 

8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events and Affinity Group Meet and Greets 

Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. We will also have intentional time for specific groups of new students to meet and interact with various offices on campus. 

  • Transfer Students Welcome Meet & Greet; Hybl Community Center
    • The Advising Hub is excited to host a transfer student meet n' greet! This is an informal gathering where you'll be provided snacks and time to get to know your fellow transfer classmates.
  • Meet Other LGBTQIA+ Students with The Butler Center; RTD Multicultural Lounge on the Second Floor of Worner
    • The Queer and Trans Collective @ the Butler Center strives to build a vibrant student community which promotes learning and discovery about gender, sexual orientation, social justice and the complexities of intersecting identities. We welcome students that are part of the LGBTQIA+ community to join us for our Lavender Welcome Reception to meet students and staff from the Queer and Trans Collective.
  • Hands-on Studio Arts; Bemis School of Art
    • Self-Paced Drawing, Painting and Sculpting with Fine Arts Center instructors. All supplies included. Please wear clothes that are ok to get stained.
  • Movie/Game Nights at Your New Home; Lounges of the Big 3 (Loomis, Mathias, South)
    • Each night there will be RA led movies/games in the Big 3 Lounges. Stop by and meet new people!
  • Hike n' S'mores with Outdoor Ed; Cheyenne Mountain State Park (Transportation Provided)
    • Join us for a star-studded evening of fun at the nearby Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Enjoy a short hike and sitting around the campfire while telling stories, playing music and eating s’mores! 
  • Outdoor Screening and Discussion with the Collaborative for Community Engagement (CCE); Behind the CCE House (1008 N Weber Street)
    • Join the CCE for a screening of a film followed by a group discussion.
  • Unwind with the WRC; Wellness Resource Center in the Yalich Student Services Building (Room 230)
    • Join the Wellness Resource Center for ice cream and Mario Kart, as well as some grab 'n go wellness supplies. 
  • Game Night with student leaders from different Spiritual and Religious Groups; Sacred Grounds, south side door at Shove Chapel
    • Join current students who are involved in spiritual and religious life at CC to play games and build community with one another.

7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center

9:00 am – 10:30 am, Transitioning to CC: Your Academic Resources: Required Session*, Kathryn Mohrman Theater, Armstrong Hall, Main Level  

*If you do not think you will be able to attend this session in person as you are not feeling well, please contact Orientation@coloradocollege.edu to receive the Zoom links for this session. You will still be required to complete the attendance quiz to verify participation in this session.

10:30 am - 12:00 pm, First Year Program (FYP) Class Meetings in your FYP Classroom: Required Session*

11:30 am – 1:30 pm, Lunch Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center

1:00 – 5:00 pm, Priddy Experience Rotations 

Students will have the opportunity to participate in five Priddy Rotations, three of which are required and will be with their assigned groups and two of which are optional activities. The three required rotations are Service (volunteering with a local organization), Outdoor (connecting with nature through a group hike), and Local (exploring the rich cultural landscape of the Springs). The remaining two rotations are Optional (which may include outdoor activities, on-campus and off-campus explorations and games, artistic or life skills workshops, and more).

5:00 – 6:30 pm, Wellness, Recharge, and Eat Dinner, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center 

6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*

Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community.  Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet. 

8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events and Affinity Group Meet and Greets 

Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. We will also have intentional time for specific groups of new students to meet and interact with various offices on campus.

  • Meet the Accessibility Resource Office; Lobby of Armstrong Hall
    • Accessibility Resources will host a space for students with disabilities to meet one another, learn about campus organizations and ways to get involved - and build community. We will have allergen-conscious dessert options, Accessibility Resources swag, trivia, and (of course!) prizes. We will provide a brief tour of the accessibility resources suite, introduce you to returning students with disabilities and answer any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you there!
  • Meet Other International and 3rd Culture Kids; Hybl Community Center
    • The International Students and Third Culture Kids Reception welcomes all first-year international student and Third Culture Kids. The ISO Mentors and staff in Interntional Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) look forward to seeing you!
  • Decorate Your Dorm; Arts and Crafts Studio in the Basement of Worner
    • Need some art for your dorm? Join us in Arts and Crafts for a night of painting, large-scale block printing and yarn wall hangings. Get creative and bring your friends to style your room for the year.
  • Hike n' S'mores with Outdoor Ed; Cheyenne Mountain State Park (Transportation Provided)
    • Join us for a star-studded evening of fun at the nearby Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Enjoy a short hike and sitting around the campfire while telling stories, playing music and eating s’mores! 
  • Movie/Game Nights at Your New Home; Lounges of the Big 3 (Loomis, Mathias, South)
    • Each night there will be RA led movies/games in the Big 3 Lounges. Stop by and meet new people!
  • Relax and Flow with Sound; Shove Chapel
    • Bring yourself, instruments and a sense of curiosity as you join the music department and students listening and creating music together. From 9:30-10 we’ll also be doing Sound Healing Qigong. Come rest as after a long day as you listen to resonating sounds. Qigong Sound Healing helps move energy in the body for greater health and wellbeing.

7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center

8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Priddy Experience Rotations* 

Students will have the opportunity to participate in five Priddy Rotations, three of which are required and will be with their assigned groups and two of which are optional activities. The three required rotations are Service (volunteering with a local organization), Outdoor (connecting with nature through a group hike), and Local (exploring the rich cultural landscape of the Springs). The remaining two rotations are Optional (which may include outdoor activities, on-campus and off-campus explorations and games, artistic or life skills workshops, and more).

5:00 – 6:45 pm, Wellness, Recharge, and Eat Dinner, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center 

6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*

Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community.  Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet. 

8:00 – 10:30 pm, Optional Evening Social Events

Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. 

  • Bags, Buttons and Bedazzling; Arts and Crafts Studio in the Basement of Worner
    • Join us in Arts and Crafts for a fun evening of crafting together! Need a tote for the start of school or some buttons and bedazzled glasses to complete your new style? Bring your friends and come spend some time in the Arts and Crafts Studio.  
  • Silent Disco; Student Event Space in the Basement of Worner
    • Join the Butler Center for a night of dancing! Headphones and music will be provided, all you have to do is bring yourself and some friends and get ready for an evening of fun! There will be 3 channels of music to select from, just pick whatever you vibe with most!
  • Bingo with CCSGA; Gaylord Hall on the first floor of Worner
    • Join student representatives in Colorado College's Student Government Association for a fun game of BINGO! Chat with current student leaders, play bingo and maybe even win a prize!
  • Hike n' S'mores with Outdoor Ed; Cheyenne Mountain State Park (Transportation Provided)  
    • Join us for a star-studded evening of fun at the nearby Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Enjoy a short hike and sitting around the campfire while telling stories, playing music and eating s’mores! 
  • Movie/Game Nights at Your New Home; Lounges of the Big 3 (Loomis, Mathias, South)
    • Each night there will be RA led movies/games in the Big 3 Lounges. Stop by and meet new people!

7:30 – 8:45 am, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center

8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Local Priddy Experience Rotations* 

Students will have the opportunity to participate in five Priddy Rotations, three of which are required and will be with their assigned groups and two of which are optional activities. The three required rotations are Service (volunteering with a local organization), Outdoor (connecting with nature through a group hike), and Local (exploring the rich cultural landscape of the Springs). The remaining two rotations are Optional (which may include outdoor activities, on-campus and off-campus explorations and games, artistic or life skills workshops, and more).

5:00 - 6:00 pm, NSO Wrap Up, North Palmer Quad (Tutt Circle)

Students will come together for a meaningful and fun culmination to their orientation program. First in their small groups for a final Priddy Meeting and then reconveining as one large group to create a large scale chalk sidewalk mural and participating in the "Splash Party", an impromptu water balloon event!

6:00 – 8:00 pm, Wellness, Recharge, and Eat Dinner, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center 

6:30 - 8:30 pm (or until all servings are exhausted) Kona Ice Snowcone Truck, Tava Quad

Come a little early to the Outdoor Movie Night to enjoy some free snowcones! First come, first served, servings are limited.

8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events

Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. 

  • Outdoor Movie Night; Tava Quad
    • Join the Office of Campus Activities for an outdoor screening of "The Little Mermaid (2023)".

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