Transfer NSO Preparation Packet

Your Transfer NSO Preparation Packet Details about your New Student Orientation Program

Get ready for your New Student Orientation program—you’ll be a true Hoosier soon!

What to Bring to NSO with You Be sure to bring the following items with you: •

Your 10-digit university ID number. Log in to FY(Me) to find this number.

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Your IU username and passphrase so you can register for classes.

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A photo ID so you can get your IU student ID card.

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Comfortable shoes and clothing. Be prepared to do some walking.

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Your parking permit (attached) from this confirmation—it must be displayed on your dashboard. All vehicles parked on campus must have a permit.

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One or more canned food items for the “IU Hoosiers Feed the Hungry” donation to Hoosier Hills Food Bank.

Watch your IU email—a week prior to your program you will receive travel and parking updates, details regarding optional exam locations, and all final information.

Transfer New Student Orientation

Contact Us, Ask Questions Contact us via phone, email, or social media.

Office of First Year Experience Programs 812-855-HELP (4357) fye@indiana.edu

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The date on the front label should match what’s on your mailing envelope. If it doesn’t, please call us at 812-855-HELP (4357).

Please note: Bloomington is on Eastern Time.

Your Hoosier experience begins with New Student Orientation— and we can’t wait to meet you!

Transfer NSO Preparation Log in to FY(Me) at fye.indiana.edu to read through your full confirmation. Pay close attention to: • Online placement exams. Your confirmation provides information about exam fees, exemptions, and access. Or go to fye.indiana.edu/orientation/new-student/ testing.cfm.

• Optional exams. If you choose to take one or both of these exams, let us know so we can arrange your NSO schedule to accommodate this.

• Required academic tasks. You received an email about this online course; your confirmation and To-Do list have been updated to give you access. Complete the course before NSO. • Updated fee details. Your NSO program is included in the required “NSO and First Year” fee of $189. You may bring up to two guests at no additional charge. The fee for subsequent guests is $10 each.

Orientation Housing Want to be ready for the early NSO start? You’re welcome to stay on campus with other new students and our staff the evening before or after your program. NSO student housing is in Union Street Center; the housing fee of $42.50 per night (tax included) will be charged to your IU billing account after NSO by Residential Programs and Services. There is also an on-campus option for guests in Willkie Residence Center.

No reservation is necessary.

Transfer NSO Schedule You’ll check in at Union Street Center, Cedar Hall at 8 a.m. Your NSO experience will take place in one day and we help you tailor it to best meet your needs.

Your Morning:

Your Afternoon:

After checking in and kicking off your day, you and your guests will be able to choose from topics such as internships, finances, resources for transfer students, and more.

In addition, you will have a specific session designed to help you with the tools for academic and career planning at IU Bloomington.

Lunch will be provided for you and your NSO guests. Afternoon schedules are personalized for each student and vary according to area of study and academic advising appointments. In addition to meeting with an academic advisor, you will register for your first semester, get your student ID card, and visit the Resource Center. We will also help you take care of setting up financial and technology needs, and you will still have time to explore the campus.

In addition, we have several partner hotels offering special NSO packages. All include a discounted rate, welcome packet, breakfast, and other amenities.

You can view sample schedules on the Orientation and Transition pages at fye.indiana.edu.

View all student and guest lodging options at go.iu.edu/nso-hotels.

If you are in Bloomington the evening before your program and would like to connect with other students, contact our office ahead of time to inquire about evening activities. Be sure to mention your scheduled NSO date, as evening events may vary.

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Disability Assistance If you or a guest need accommodations or have mobility limitations, be sure to connect with our office well in advance of your program for assistance in planning your time on campus.

Parents/guests needing additional mobility support may want to bring a family member or friend, as we cannot provide a staff member for personal assistance.

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Connect with FY(Me) Access and update your To-Do list regularly. You can track your progress and stay organized on the items you need to complete.

You can update your profile and authorize a parent or guardian to view your online confirmation and your To-Do list. Signing them up also allows them to get updates about orientation and FYE newsletters.

Download the IU First Year Experience app on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The IU FYE app will guide you through your first year at IU. Explore the app for information about New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, and Experience IU.

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Tag #IUNSO17 to share your orientation moments.