Lakeland College

Summer Orientation

Orientation Dates:

Friday & Saturday, July 11 & 12
Monday & Tuesday, July 21 & 22
The program begins at 2pm on day one and will conclude in the early afternoon on day two.

To view the 2007 Orientation schedule, please use this link. The 2008 Orientation schedule will be very similar in format and will be added to the website when finalized.

Q – What will I do at Orientation?

A – Orientation will include many different activities and events to help you become more familiar with campus as well as to introduce you to the orientation staff and other new students and families. You will hear from current students about their Lakeland experience and will have the opportunity to ask questions about college life. Workshops and small group sessions will provide you with information to assist you in the transition to college and ensure that you have a great experience. The evening will be filled with entertainment and activities that you won’t want to miss! Special sessions have been designed for your parents and families so feel free to bring them along.

Each orientation weekend begins with a SEED (Student Early Enrollment Day) program for students who wish to take care of everything in one visit. The program takes place in the morning of the first day of orientation. Participants will complete SEED early enough to make it to all orientation sessions. You may also choose to attend SEED on a date separate from that of your orientation weekend. A variety of options exist to make the experience convenient for you and your family.

Q – What is SEED day?

A – SEED Day (Student Early Enrollment Day) is an opportunity for you to visit campus and select your classes for the fall semester. Listed are the following dates for SEED during the spring and summer of 2008:

• Saturday, March 29, 2008
• Saturday, April 12, 2008
• Saturday, May 17, 2008
• Friday, June 13, 2008
• Friday, July 11 (Orientation weekend to follow)
• Monday, July 21 (Orientation weekend to follow)

Q – What will happen at SEED Day?

A – The SEED day schedule is individualized to fit your needs that day. Placement testing (if necessary), meetings with your academic advisor and a financial aid counselor, and roundtable sessions offering you the ability to ask questions of campus offices such as career services, residence life, and student activities will occur. We also treat you and your family to lunch!

Q – Where will I stay during Orientation?

A – Students who attend the summer orientation program will stay on campus in a traditional residence hall and will be assigned a roommate for the evening. Through this experience you will gain first hand knowledge of what it is like to be a student at Lakeland College, and it is a great way for you to have fun and get to know other new students.

Several options are available for families who will be attending Orientation with their student. The following locations are close to campus (20 minute drive) and offer a Lakeland College room rate. Be sure to let them know you are a Lakeland Orientation guest when reserving a room.

Comfort Inn -Sheboygan
4332 N. 40th Street
920-457-7724

La Quinta - Sheboygan
2932 Kohler Memorial Drive
920.457.2321

Baymont Inn – Plymouth (Does not offer a discounted room rate)
678 Walton Drive
920.893.6781

We have a limited amount of housing available in our shared on-campus apartments for those who wish to stay on campus Friday/Monday evening at no cost. Please contact us for more information or to make reservations. Several families may be assigned to one apartment.

Q - What do I need to bring to Orientation?

A- Participants will be spending the night in a traditional residence hall. Bedding (pillow, sheet and blanket) is provided. Participants must bring all toiletries and a fan is encouraged. Session materials, including a complete schedule, will be distributed at check-in.

Q - What else do I need to know about Orientation?

A – The orientation program is designed to be an overnight experience and students are encouraged to attend the entire program. Check in starts a 1pm in the Bradley Building and the program will officially begin at 2:00 p.m. on Day One. If you choose to participate in the SEED program during the Orientation weekend, you will need to arrive on campus prior to the start of the program at 10am. Orientation will conclude in the early afternoon on Day Two. A more complete schedule will be available on the Orientation webpage at a later date. A mailing with more detailed information will be sent prior to the Orientation program.

Q – Who should I contact if I have questions about Orientation?

A – Please contact the Office of Student Activities at 920.565.1235 with any questions. Your admissions counselor will also be able to provide additional information.

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