Loyola University Chicago

Orientation

Sample Schedules

For a detailed schedule, please view the Loyola University Chicago Orientation 2024 digital program.

First-Year Student Orientation Schedule: 

Day 1: 

Check-in for first-year two-day orientations will be from 8:00-10:00 AM in the Damen Student Center. The official orientation program will begin at 10:30 AM in Rooney Hall in the Mundelein Center. 

Small Group Activities with Orientation Leaders

Lunch in Damen Dining Hall

Educational Sessions from key campus resources

Dinner in Damen Dining Hall

Presentation from Campus Safety

Orientation Leader-led social sessions in the evening

Day 2:

Breakfast in Damen Dining

Educational Sessions from key campus resources

Small Group Activities with Orientation Leaders

Resource Fair with campus resources

Picnic

Parent/Guest Orientation Schedule: 

Day 1:

10:30 AM Welcome Session

Parent/Guest Welcome and Educational Sessions from:

Office of the Dean of Students

Bursar's Office

Residence Life

Wellness Center

Study Abroad

Mission Integration

Academic Resources Panel

5:00 - 6:30 PM Family & Guest Reception (refreshments will be provided)

Day 2:

12:30 PM Resource Fair in Damen Student Center

Picnic

Students are expected to participate in the full program. Please plan your arrival to, and departure from, campus, accordingly. Sessions for parents and guests are optional.