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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

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


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

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Which orientation is for you?

First-Year Orientation

All first-year students are required to attend an in-person or virtual Summer Orientation session prior to attending Saint Martin's University. A first-year student is any student who has not previously attended a college or university full-time, including running start, dual degree, and dual enrollment students. 

First-Year Orientation gives new Saints the opportunity to get acquainted with campus, meet other students, and register for their first-semester courses. Students attending First-Year Orientation in person will have the opportunity to meet faculty in their area of interest during registration. This program allows students to get to know Saint Martin's from the perspective of a Saint by making connections with current students who can answer any questions they may have about transitioning to college. 

You'll have the opportunity to review and adjust your pre-made schedule with a professional or faculty advisor; ensuring it aligns with your major, class preferences, and any test scores or college credits you've earned. Plus, you'll take care of essential tasks like the English Placement Exam, Math Placement Exam, and completing Consent Forms. While we strongly encourage completing these tasks beforehand, we're here to assist if needed. Choose the session that fits your schedule best. 

Students who cannot attend any days should contact orientation@stmartin.edu.

In-person First-Year Orientations

Thursday, 7/10 | In-Person First-Year Orientation Session #1
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Norman Worthington Conference Center
Saint Martin's University
5300 Pacific Ave SE Lacey, WA
Register for In-Person Orientation #1

Friday, 7/18 | In-Person First-Year Orientation Session #2
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Norman Worthington Conference Center
Saint Martin's University
5300 Pacific Ave SE Lacey, WA
Register for In-Person Orientation #2 

Thursday, 7/24 | In-Person First-Year Orientation Session #3
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Norman Worthington Conference Center
Saint Martin's University
5300 Pacific Ave SE Lacey, WA
Register for In-Person Orientation #3

Virtual First-Year Orientation

Tuesday, 7/29 | Virtual First-Year Orientation
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Zoom
Register for Virtual Orientation


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

Island Orientation

Island Summer Orientation is an opportunity for our students transitioning from Hawai'i and the Pacific Islands. Students and families attending this program will learn about campus and local resources, meet other students, and learn about the transition to Saint Martin's from current students from the islands. 

All first-year island students are required to attend a virtual or in-person Summer Orientation session prior to attending Saint Martin's University. If you are unable attend, please reach out to orientation@stmartin.edu.

In-Person Island Orientation

Friday, 6/6 | In-Person Orientation
9:30 am - 3:00 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST)
Sacred Hearts Academy
3253 Waialae Ave Honolulu, HI
Register for In-Person Orientation

Virtual On-Island Orientation

Thursday, 6/26 | Virtual On-Island Orientation
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Zoom
Register for Virtual Orientation

Transfer Orientation

Transfer Student Orientation gives new Saints the opportunity to get to know campus before transitioning in to the Saint Martin's community. Students and their supporters will have the opportunity to learn about campus resources from current students, meet other transfer 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.

In-Person Transfer Orientation

Thursday, 8/7 | In-Person Transfer Orientation Session
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Norman Worthington Conference Center
Saint Martin's University
5300 Pacific Ave SE Lacey, WA
Register for In-Person Orientation

Virtual Transfer Orientation Session

Tuesday, 8/12 | Virtual Transfer Orientation
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Zoom
Register for Virtual Orientation

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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