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Congratulations, Saints! We are delighted you have chosen Saint Martin's University to pursue your educational goals. Whether you are arriving on campus as a first-year student or transferring from another school, our orientation team has been hard at work in anticipation of your arrival. 

Family Guide


New graduate students may find information about Graduate Orientation on the Admitted Students (Graduate) webpage.

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Which orientation is for you?

In-Person Spring Orientation

Spring Orientation gives new Saints the opportunity to get to know campus before transitioning into the Saint Martin's community. Students and their supporters will have the opportunity to learn about campus resources from current students, meet other students, and engage with faculty and staff who will be integral to their success on campus. Students who cannot attend any days should contact orientation@stmartin.edu.

Please note that the Spring Orientation date(s) listed are for students entering in the Spring 2025 semester. Students entering in Fall 2025 will register for a Summer 2025 orientation session.

Friday | January 10, 2025
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Norman Worthington Conference Center
Saint Martin's University
5300 Pacific Ave SE Lacey, WA

Register for In-Person Orientation

*** Virtual sessions will be recorded and made available to students who cannot attend the live virtual or in-person orientation sessions.

*** Family and guests are encouraged to attend; there will be orientation sessions for family members and activities for children of all ages.

*** Dinner will be served to all attendees free of charge.

Virtual Spring Orientation

Please note that the Spring Orientation date(s) listed are for students entering in the Spring 2025 semester. Students entering in Fall 2025 will register for a Summer 2025 orientation session.

Wednesday | January 8, 2025
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time
Zoom

Register for Virtual Orientation

*** Virtual sessions will be recorded and made available to students who cannot attend the live virtual or in-person orientation sessions.

Questions? Call us!

Office of Campus Life

The Office of Campus Life coordinates a wide range of services and activities to connect you to the Saint Martin's community, whether you are an incoming freshman or an outgoing senior. We are a resource for life outside of the classroom — promoting and encouraging students to engage in a variety of curricular and co-curricular experiences and opportunities.

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