2008 Fall Orientation - August 15
Orientation on Mississippi State's beautiful campus is a great time for you and your parents to become better acquainted with the university, the campus, and the Starkville community! This exciting one-day event is designed to give students and their parents a thorough introduction into the 'People's University.' Fall Orientation will officially welcome new students and parents into the Bulldog family. MSU looks forward to seeing you at Orientation 2008!
What to Bring
- Casual clothes
- Comfortable shoes (You'll be doing a lot of walking!)
- Spending money (Barnes & Noble has great MSU gear!)
- Rain wear (just in case!)
- Sweater or jacket (some meeting rooms can be a little chilly)
- Proof of immunization (students) if not already provided to the university
- Net ID and Net Password for class registration (students)
- Your BULLDOG SPIRIT!
Orientation Registration Fee
Orientation rates include the class registration fee, lunch, and information booklets upon arrival.
- $30 Summer Students
- $25 Summer Parents
Program Highlights
General Assembly
Students and parents alike get a special university welcome from MSU Admissions Counselors, administrators, and faculty. Program announcements are also made that will help you during your time at Fall Orientation.
Registrar's Session
The University Registrar will provide an overview of the course registration procedures at MSU, while demonstrating the university's web registration system.
Academic Advising and Class Registration
Students meet with faculty and academic advisors within their respective major and register for their Fall classes. Faculty and current MSU students are all on hand to help students register for classes for the first time!
