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Get Ram Ready: January Orientation 2027

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About January Orientation

Starting at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ this spring? January Orientation is a one-day program that gets new first-year and transfer students ready for the first day of classes. You'll pick up your student ID, meet the offices that support you, and get to know other new Rams. Orientation is required for all new students starting in spring 2027.


 

At a Glance

  • Date: Thursday, January 14, 2027
  • Snow date:  Friday, January 15, 2027. If the date changes, we'll let you know by email.
  • Time: 9 a.m. to about 3 p.m. Lunch is included.
  • Check-in: McCarthy Center, 3rd floor
  • Directions and Parking Information
     

Before You Come

Finish as much of your as you can before Orientation. It makes your first day of classes, and move-in if you live on campus, much easier. Can't finish everything? That's OK. We'll help you with the rest at Orientation.

  1. Look over your Enrollment Checklist to see what's left to finish and who you need to meet with before you register for classes.
  2. First-year students plan their classes with the , and transfer students meet with their department chair.
  3. Upload your immunization records to Medicat. The page lists what you need.
  4. If you still have FAFSA or loan paperwork to finish, can help.

Some links on this page open ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's student portal. Sign in with your ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ email and password to view them.
 

What to Bring

  • A photo ID with your name and picture. You'll need it to get your ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ student ID.
  • Your ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ login (email and password)
     

Offices That Can Help

You'll visit several of these offices during Orientation, and they're here for you all year.

  • reviews your bill and takes payments, so you're in good standing before classes start.
  • helps with your Microsoft account, multi-factor authentication (MFA), Wi-Fi setup, and more.
  • The offers academic support and disability services.
  • helps you find on- or off-campus jobs and plan your career.
  • explains the and how to stay in good standing.
  • The Registrar works through your transfer credits and makes sure you're in the right classes.
  • covers campus safety, parking, the ID Office, and more.

Find more offices and services on the .
 

Families and Guests

January Orientation is just for new first-year and transfer students, to help you get ready for the spring semester. Families and guests can find ways to support their student through Family Engagement.
 

Questions?

Email orientation [at] framingham.edu (orientation[at]framingham[dot]edu) and we'll help.

January Orientation Schedule

January Orientation Schedule
January Orientation Schedule: Thursday, January 14, 2027
TimeLocationActivity
9:00–9:45 a.m.McCarthy Center, 3rd FloorCheck in, get your ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ ID, and attend the Resource Fair
9:45–10:00 a.m.McCarthy Center ForumWelcome to Orientation and ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
10:00–10:20 a.m.McCarthy Center ForumNavigating the Digital World
10:20–10:50 a.m.McCarthy Center ForumAcademic Support with CASA
10:50–11:30 a.m.McCarthy Center ForumLet’s Talk Career Development
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Various LocationsCommunity Building
12:00–12:40 p.m.Dining CommonsLunch
12:45–1:05 p.m.McCarthy Dining AnnexConsent Matters
1:05–1:20 p.m.McCarthy Dining AnnexCommunity Standards
1:20–1:30 p.m.McCarthy Dining AnnexClosing and Taking Care of Business
1:30–3:00 p.m.Various Locations

Taking Care of YOUR Business:

  • Pick up student IDs: Check-In Desk
  • Student Services Center (SSC) for Student Accounts and Financial Aid: McCarthy Center, Room 515
  • Advising: O’Connor Hall
  • Health Services: Foster Hall
  • CASA: Peirce Hall Annex

View as PDF - 2027 January Orientation Schedule

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Questions? Email New Student Orientation

Frequently Asked Questions

Is January Orientation required?

Yes. Orientation is required for all new first-year and transfer students starting at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ in spring 2027.

What happens if it snows?

If bad weather cancels Orientation on Thursday, January 14, it moves to Friday, January 15, 2027. We'll email you if the date changes.

Can I bring my family with me?

January Orientation is just for new first-year and transfer students. It's a day to help you get ready for the spring semester. Families and guests can find ways to support you through Family Engagement.