Dean's New Student Orientation (NSO) program is designed to prepare you for a successful introduction to college, both inside and outside of the classroom. NSO is a program that will allow students and their families and guests to sample many aspects of ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ. Along with fun activities, NSO offers helpful workshops and informative presentations to make the transition to college as easy as possible, and make sure you know the key players who will be a part of your Dean journey.
NSO will familiarize you and your support system with what makes the Dean community so special- academic resources, student activities programming, health and counseling services, the residence life office, and many more available on campus. You'll also have a chance to meet faculty and staff, connect with other Dean students, and make lots of new friends!
Learn more about International Student Orientation (ISO).
We are excited to welcome you to campus! Read below for important information.
For students entering the Fall 2025 semester, you can choose from three programs listed below. Each orientation session is a day and a half in length.
Looking for information on the schedule, what to bring, and for families and guests? Check out the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Bulldog Beginnings, your Welcome Weekend to Dean, will be held in the days leading up to the start of the Fall semester. All new students are required to participate in this interactive program that will help you become more acclimated to ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ and to be better prepared for the semester. Look out for more information on the dates for Bulldog Beginnings in the spring!
If you have any other questions about NSO or Bulldog Beginnings, please contact us at orientation@dean.edu.