New Student Orientation
Welcome, Lions! We are glad you are a member of the LMU Pride.
There is a lot to learn about being an LMU Lion, and you will have our support along the way. LMU has prepared a collection of resources for new students and their families to help ensure a seamless transition to the university. Visit this page to access important orientation resources and prepare for arrival on campus.
Future Lions
New Lions, check your Future Lions portal for personalized pre-arrival information, including registration details, important dates, orientation activity selection, and the checklist of things you need to do prior to the first day of class. Log in with your LMU email and password.
Learn MoreFall 2023 Move-In
International First-Year Move-In
August 21
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. PT
International first-year students and first-year students who are U.S. citizens living abroad should plan to move into their housing assignment on this date in order to attend International Orientation.
Transfer Student Move-In
August 23
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. PT
All transfer students, including international transfer students, with a campus housing assignment may move in on this day.
First-Year Move-In
August 24
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. PT
First-year students with a campus housing assignment may move in on Thursday, August 24. LMU Student Housing will provide further information regarding appointed move-in times.
Fall 2023 Orientation
International First-Year Orientation
August 21–August 27
International Orientation supports incoming first-year students who have lived abroad in gaining familiarity with the LMU campus, building friendships, and making a successful transition to academic and student life in the United States. Attendance is required on Monday, August 21 through Friday, August 25.
International Transfer Orientation
August 23–27
On August 23, international transfer students will attend required sessions with the Office of International Students and Scholars. Attendance is required on Wednesday, August 23 through Friday, August 25.
Transfer Student Orientation
August 24–27
Transfer Orientation begins at 9:00 a.m. PT on Thursday, August 24. Orientation allows incoming students to meet fellow transfers, introduce transfer success strategies, and set the foundation for students to begin their academic experience at LMU. Attendance is required on Thursday, August 24 and Friday, August 25.
First-Year Orientation
August 24–27
First-year orientation activities will begin in the evening on Thursday, August 24. Orientation allows new students to connect, learn to navigate the campus, and begin exploring the LMU community in real and tangible ways on the Westchester campus. Attendance is required on Thursday, August 24 and Friday, August 25.
Fall 2023 Parent and Family Events
International First-Year Orientation Family Events
Monday, August 21
2:00–8:00 p.m. PT
Transfer Orientation Family Events
Thursday, August 24 & Friday, August 25
First-Year Orientation Family Events
Thursday, August 24 & Friday, August 25
Onboarding Resources
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The LMU Orientation Programs team welcomes students and their families to Loyola Marymount University and are available to help provide a more seamless transitional experience. Along with faculty and staff, there are ample resources to help prepare you for the upcoming fall semester. Should there be any additional questions, please contact us at orientation@lmu.edu.
Transfer Student Orientation Modules
As part of your onboarding experience, incoming transfer students will view a suite of videos that provide information about registration, academic tools, and student resources. Completion credit will be given, and students may work at their own pace. The Transfer Student Orientation modules should be completed prior to course registration so you are fully prepared to enroll and understand the next steps you must take prior to arrival on campus.
First-year New Student Orientation Modules
As part of your onboarding experience, incoming first-year students will view a suite of videos that provide information about academic tools and student resources. Completion credit will be given and students may work at their own pace. The New Student Orientation modules must be completed prior to arrival so you learn about making payments to your Student Account, ordering books for you classes, accessing student resources, and getting involved on campus.
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