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First Year Student Orientation

Orientation and student life leaders with an orientation speaker on stage

Welcome to Salem State!

We can't wait to welcome you personally. All first-year students are required to attend an orientation program where you will:

  • Register for classes
  • Learn about campus programs and services
  • Meet friends and begin your journey as a new student

Summer 2025 Orientation

Orientation Details

Available dates (choose one session): June 4, 5, 11, 12, 17 and 18 
Check-in: 8-8:30 am
End time: 5 pm (please plan to stay for the entire day)
Location: Sophia Gordon Center for the Arts, 352 Lafayette Street
Parking is available in the North Campus Parking Garage, or consider green transportation options!

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Viking Supporter and Family Orientation

Get Ready for Next Semester

Incoming first-year students (freshmen) will select their first year seminar (required fall course) in Navigator after they select their orientation session beginning Monday, March 3, 2025.  Students will review all the seminar options before selecting the one they are most interested in. Students may return to the Orientation tile in Navigator up until May 27, 2025 to change their selection from what is available at that time.

Seats are limited in each course, so students are encouraged to make their selection early. Students can review the list of seminars and descriptions online (in a single PDF) before making their selection. First Year Experience is hosting a number of to answer questions. 

 

 

The deadline to select a first year seminar is Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Students who do not select by that date will pick their seminar at orientation from what seats remain. It is highly recommend that students select early.

Questions? Contact First Year Experience! 

Once you pay your enrollment deposit and sign up for orientation, you can access your Salem State email. To log in, you should use the same username and password as your Navigator account. All orientation details are sent to your Salem State email address within 72 hours of signing up.

Email is the official method of communication at Salem State. We recommend you check your account regularly to ensure you don't miss anything.

For more information about logging into our student systems, see the . 
 

Need help? Submit a ticket to the IT help desk.
IT-helpdesk@salemstate.edu

Upon signing up for orientation, you will be placed in an online pre-orientation module course that must be completed prior to your in-person orientation date.

Please allow up to 48 hours after signing up to see the course ion your Canvas homepage. More information is sent directly to your Salem State email and Navigate360.

Important Orientation Pages

  • Salem State has a few different options for overnight stays
  • Join the Class of 2029 Facebook Group
  • Access your SSU email after you pay your deposit

Contact Us

Questions about Orientation? Get in touch!

Dyanna Moreira, Director of Orientation
978.542.5229


Tuong Vi Diane Thai, Orientation Coordinator
978.542.5150

Contact Us

Mailing Address:
352 Lafayette St.
Salem, MA 01970

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