Axe ’Em, Jacks!
Be part of the excitement and join hundreds of incoming students attending Orientation!
Attending the required two-day Lumberjack Orientation allows you to:
- become familiar with campus
- learn more about your academic major and minor
- meet your academic dean, academic advisor, faculty and administration
- meet new and current students and learn from others' experiences
- and be more prepared for your first day, first year and college experience.
Be prepared
Learn what you should do before attending your scheduled Lumberjack Orientation session.
2024 dates
Please note that session availability is fluid and as individuals change or cancel, spaces will open. Be sure to check the orientation page in mySFA for the most up-to-date session availability.
- Spring 2024 Start
Nov. 10virtualJan. 17in-person
Jun. 13 and 14Jun. 27 and 28- Jul. 18 and 19
- Jul. 25 and 26
- Aug. 1 and 2
Session schedule:
Pre-Orientation Elective Session Schedule
Registration Details
Register through the orientation page in mySFA. After registering, you will receive a confirmation notice through your SFA email account. Additional details regarding Orientation will be emailed, so check your student email regularly.
Cost: $140/student
Included: overnight stay in a residence hall designated for Orientation students, meals, Lumberjack Orientation T-shirt, publications and materials, programming and administrative costs.
Guest registration
When your student registers for Lumberjack Orientation, they will be given the opportunity to complete your registration as well. This helps ensure a smooth registration process for the proper session.
Registering at a later date?
Visit our First-Year Lumberjack Orientation - Guest Registration page to check the availability for your student's session and reserve your spot. Session registration will close one week prior to the session or once the session reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
Changing Your Session
Requests to change your orientation session must be received at least two weeks prior to the preferred session.
You will receive a confirmation email through mySFA once availability has been confirmed and your request has been granted.
To request a change in orientation session, complete the online form.
If you have any questions, contact the orientation office at 936.468.6641.
Canceling Your Registration
The deadline to cancel your registration is June 1. Forms received by this date will receive a credit to your eBill minus the cancellation fee of $20 per student and $10 per guest. Additional information regarding the credit will be sent via email once the form is completed.
To cancel your registration, complete the online form.
If you have any questions, contact the orientation office at 936.468.6641.
Lumberjack Orientation Packing List
- Bedding – twin/twin XL (sheets, blanket, pillows or sleeping bag)
- Toiletries (shampoo, deodorant, towel, soap, toothbrush and toothpaste, etc.)
- Shower shoes/towels
- Overnight bag
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Rain gear (umbrella, rain jacket, rain boots, etc.)
- Backpack/drawstring bag (big enough to hold folders and papers)
- Phone/computer charger
- Snacks
- Questions
- Last-minute items to turn in (test scores, shot record, final transcripts, etc.)
Orientation Parking Map
Not sure where to park when you arrive on campus? View our orientation parking map to locate the parking areas designated for Orientation.
Orientation programs for family members
Do you have siblings? We offer a unique Orientation event made just for them! We also host a parent/family member orientation to answer everyone's questions while you're attending Lumberjack Orientation.
Visit our Resources for Family page for more information!