Orientation and New Student Programs

About Us

The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs (ONSP) provides support to new undergraduate students and their families in their onboarding to the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences at the University of Rochester. ONSP collaborates with members of the current student body, faculty, staff, and alumni to build connections, discover areas of opportunity, and join in the pursuit of making each individual and the University community ever better.

Ever Better Beginnings

During your first year at Rochester, the opportunities to find your community and explore your interests may seem endless; maybe even overwhelming. Ever Better Beginnings can help you navigate the plethora of available events and activities through specific tags, so you can easily figure out which programs are of the most interest to you.

Ever Better Beginnings: Event Tracks

We encourage you to attend at least one event or activity in each track to make the most of your first year at Rochester and set yourself up an even better college experience.

Academics & Research Track

Explore your academic interests, connect with faculty, and learn how to best utilize academic resources on campus.

Belonging & Identity Track

Learn about how your experiences shape your education, as well as how the University ensures all students feel included.

Career Exploration & Internships Track

Build your professional skillset, explore career fields, and identify relevant jobs and internships.

Global & Intercultural Track

Improve your cultural competency by raising your global awareness and learn about specific resources for international students.

Health & Wellbeing Track

Explore the many ways to support your wellbeing and learn more about your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Rochester Traditions Track

Celebrate the shared experiences of Yellowjackets across generations with programs that embody what makes the University ever better.

Find an Ever Better Beginnings event.

Use the Event Tags filter to search the CCC events listing for events within each track.

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