International Residential Student Move-in
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
St. Robert’s Lawn

International students with a campus housing assignment may move in the day prior to International Student Orientation.

Residential Student Move-in
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
St. Robert’s Lawn

Students with a campus housing assignment may move in the day prior to New Student Orientation.

International Student Orientation
11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
St. Robert’s Auditorium

Learn about the support LMU provides for international students as well as important details about visa requirements and maintaining your student status. Lunch will be provided. This session is mandatory for all international students.

LMU Basketball Game Meet-up
7:45 p.m.
Meet at Iggy’s Cafe off the McKay Hall Patio

Gather with other new students to head to the basketball game as a group. Orientation Leaders will guide you to your destination.

LMU vs. USF College Basketball Game
8:00–9:30 p.m.
Gersten Pavilion

Join the LMU Pride and cheer on the men's basketball team in this anticipated match-up as LMU faces off against USF. Admission to the student section in Gersten Pavilion is free of charge for new students with a valid OneCard.

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

Check in for Orientation and enjoy a continental breakfast with current LMU students and others attending orientation.

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

Receive an introduction to your robust support network at LMU and engage opportunities for active goal setting and reflection around your first few weeks on campus.

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.

Academics at LMU
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Hear about resources and exciting opportunities for learning from your academic colleges. 

• Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts
   » University Hall 1000
• College of Business Administration
   » Hilton Center for Business 100
• College of Communication & Fine Arts
   » St. Robert’s Hall 104
• Frank R. Seaver College of Science & Engineering
   » Pereira 109
• School of Film & Television
   » Howard Fitzpatrick Pavilion 204

Lunch
12:15–1:00 p.m.
Lawton Plaza

Get to know other students in your academic college and enjoy a complimentary lunch with your Orientation Leader. 

Orientation Group Meetings
1:00–2:00 p.m.
St. Robert’s Hall

Get to know other students in your academic college and receive guidance from your Orientation Leader on how to make the most of your first semester at LMU.

Classroom Tours
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Meet on St. Robert’s Lawn

Students and families can get a glimpse of the Spring 2026 classroom locations. Please note the locations of each class in your schedule so Orientation Leaders can assist you with navigation during this activity.

New Student Social
3:00–4:00 p.m.
St. Robert’s Auditorium

To end the day, enjoy some hot cocoa, connect with new friends, and participate in an opportunity to win some prizes.

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.

Playa Vista City Hike
10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Meet at Lawton Plaza

Hike down the bluff to browse the Playa Vista Farmer’s Market, a favorite stop for locals on Saturdays, where you can stock up on fresh produce, support local artisans, or sample culinary creations from a variety of vendors. Then, explore the Runway Plaza, featuring restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment offerings—just a short distance from campus.

LMU Game Night
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Palm South Lobby

Gather with other Lions for a game night with pizza and snacks! Come play board games—like LMU Monopoly—video games, and billiards.