Transfer Students
The transition to a new college can be a difficult process. New Student Orientation has been created to assist you during this transition. New Student Orientation is all about you getting settled in a new environment, planning for a year full of academic and social growth, and getting to know new people. Feel free to check out the schedule for transfer students below and let us know if you have any questions.
- Friday
Friday, August 30th 8:00am - 4:00pm International Seminar
All new international students are required to attend the International Student Seminar held at the beginning of each fall and spring semester or term (for some graduate programs). Information necessary to maintain international student status is presented along with needed information about campus resources, policies, and activities. Please remember to bring all of your travel documents with you to orientation (I-20, I-94, Passport, Visa).
Richter Hall/Ahmanson Lobby/Patio 12:30pm - 4:30pm Transfer Class Registration Drop-In
New transfer students to Cal Lutheran who have yet to register for classes for the Fall 2019 semester should check-in with Academic Services to register for classes.
Academic Services Building - Saturday
Saturday, August 31st 8:00am - 9:30am Residential Check In
Residential students, be sure to check-in for Orientation early in order to receive your room key to move-in!
Kingsmen Park 8:00am - 5:00pm ID Cards and Parking Passes
Come pick up your ID and Parking Pass!
Ullman 100/101 9:30am - 10:30am Commuter Check In
Commuter students can check-in later, following a complimentary lunch for you and your family!
Kingsmen Park 9:30am - 3:00pm Residential Move-In
Welcome to your home for the next academic year! Please use this time to move-in to your residence hall and get settled.
Residence Halls 10:00am - 1:00pm Student Union Open House
Discover all that the Student Union has to offer you during your time at CLU.
Student Union 10:00am - 1:00pm Campus Tours
Looking to get a quick tour of campus and learn where your classes will be on Wednesday? Stop by for a campus tour led by our family Peer Advisors!
Gumby - Pearson Library Entrance 10:30am - 3:30pm Info Tent
Come to the Info Tent with any questions or for late Orientation check-in.
Flagpoles 11:30am - 12:30pm Commuter Lunch
Commuter students and their family members are invited to stop by for food, fun, and more as they learn about different resources available to them as commuters!
Pepper Grove 1:00pm - 3:00pm Pearson Library, Writing Center and ITS Open House
Check out the Pearson Library, Writing Center, and Information Technology Services (ITS) at their open house!
Pearson Library 3:00pm - 4:15pm Opening Convocation
We invite you to join us for your first official welcome to the Cal Lutheran family from University President, Dr. Chris Kimball, and faculty.
Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center 4:00pm - 5:15pm Transfer Students Meet Peer Adviors
Transfer students meet with their Peer Advisor
Overton Hall 5:30pm - 6:30pm Residence Life Transfer Student Hall Meeting
Meet with your residence hall staff to learn about living on campus as a transfer student.
Grace Hall 5:45pm - 6:15pm Commuter Life Meeting
At this session you will learn all about what life will be like as a commuter student and receive some helpful tips and tricks.
Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center 6:30pm - 8:00pm President's Dinner and Family Farewell
President Kimball invites you and your family to enjoy dinner and entertainment at our final family event of the evening.
Kingsmen Park - Sunday
Sunday, September 1st 7:30am - 8:30am Breakfast at the Commons
Ullman Commons 8:00am - 12:00pm Info Tent
Come to the Info Tent with any questions or for late Orientation check-in.
Flagpoles 8:00am - 3:00pm ID Cards and Parking Passes
Come pick up your ID card and parking pass!
Ullman 100/101 8:30am - 9:15am Counseling and Psychological Services
Learn about mental well-being and the available services and resources on campus.
GSFC - Soiland 9:15am - 9:30am FERPA
Learn more about the law that states that no one outside of the institution will have access to your educational records and how it affects you as a college student.
GSFC - Soiland 9:45am - 11:15am Title IX
Sexual assault can be prevented. This session will start the conversation with facts regarding sexual assault and how Cal Lutheran aims to educate all students about campus sexual violence. Campus sexual violence includes stalking, domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual assault. Cal Lutheran’s programming efforts aim to educate students on awareness, prevention, bystander intervention, resources, and University policies and procedures.
GSFC - Arena 11:30am - 12:30pm Lunch at the Commons
Have a free lunch in the Commons with your fellow peers.
Ullman Commons 1:30pm - 3:30pm Stretch it Like Gumby
Gumby wants to make sure there are are no injuries while hiking to the CLU Rocks. Stop by for a quick yoga sesh and a cold treat!
Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center 3:30pm - 5:00pm Plant a Tree. Paint the Rocks.
An old tradition of Cal Lutheran! We invite new students to participate in watering their class tree and hiking up to paint the CLU rocks. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and shoes! Bring a waterbottle! Sunscreen encouraged!
Gilbert Sports Fitness Center Patio/ Mt. Clef Ridge 6:30pm - 7:30pm Kingsmen and Regals Dinner
Have a delicious dinner with your peers and get to know each other! Wear your purple and gold! Transfers can trade in an old school's shirt for new CLU swag!
Kingsmen Park 8:00pm - 10:00pm Playfair
This event is one of the highlights of Orientation so don't miss out!
Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center - Tuesday
Tuesday, September 3rd 6:30pm - 8:00pm Bring it Back Bash
Come out for the annual Bring It Back Bash for fun activites and yummy food!
Kingsmen Park