Orientation Check-in & Breakfast
8:30–9:30 a.m.
St. Robert’s Lawn & Auditorium

Check-in for Orientation and enjoy a continental breakfast.

New Student & Family Welcome
9:30–9:45 a.m.
St. Robert’s Auditorium

Overview your schedule for the day and receive a welcome from LMU staff and student leaders! 

Thriving in the Pride: First Semester Success Planning
9:45–10:30 a.m.
St. Robert’s Auditorium

Learn about the robust support network for students at LMU and partner with your student to support them in active goal setting for their first semester.

Resource Fair & Coffee Break
10:30–11:00 a.m.
St. Robert’s Lawn

Connect with offices and departments that support and provide services for LMU students and get answers to any question about getting started at LMU.

Parent & Family Pride: How to be a Champion for your Student’s Success
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
St. Robert’s Auditorium

Learn what your student may experience during their first year at LMU and what you can do to support them during their transition.

Lunch
12:15–1:00 p.m.
Lawton Plaza

Enjoy a complimentary lunch with your student alongside other new Lions and families attending Orientation. 

Lion Parent & Family Activity
1:00–1:30 p.m.
Lawton Plaza

Participate in an activity that offers a special way to connect with your LMU Lion.

LMU Family Forum
1:30–2:00 p.m.
St. Robert’s Auditorium

During this Q&A session with a panel of current students, learn more about the student perspective on getting started at LMU and making the most of life on campus.

Classroom Tours
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Dismiss from St. Robert's Auditorium

Students and families are able to get a glimpse of academic buildings and classroom locations. Encourage your student to note the locations of each class in their schedule so Orientation Leaders can assist with navigation during this activity. 

Parent & Family Social
3:00–4:30 p.m.
VDA Family Suite

End your day with a reception in the William H. Hannon Library, where you can enjoy a glass of wine with fellow LMU parents.

LMU Bookstore Shop Event (Optional)
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Charles Von der Ahe Building (Lower Level)

Stop by the LMU Bookstore during this time for 10% off select purchases for new students and their families.