Dear New Student Programs, 

Providing an unsurpassed student experience during your Becoming Orange journey and throughout your time at Syracuse University is a top priority. Six learning goals, or Shared Competencies, will be woven throughout your student experience to help foster connections between academics, co-curricular experiences, professional development and the campus community.



For additional information or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to New Student Programs at 315.443.9187 or by emailing welcome@syr.edu.

Community Wellness Requirements

Due: Monday, Feb. 27, 2023

Please note, dates have been updated. Opening Monday, Jan. 9, 2023, these activities build connection, promote community well-being and help you learn more about health and wellness resources and programs.

• Due Feb. 27: Virtual Speak About It Assignment
• Due Feb. 27: Three Training Modules (AlcoholEdu, Sexual Assault Prevention and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)

Winter Welcome Schedule

Don’t miss these important details!

Winter Welcome includes required and optional events, ceremonies and meetings that will support your academic and social transition to Syracuse University.

• Save the Date Jan. 13-15: Required for all students new to Syracuse University's main campus.
• Winter Welcome Registration Due Jan. 10: Required for students, parents, family members and supporters, allowing planning for catering, t-shirts and tickets. Winter Welcome is free for everyone.
• Required Tasks: Students are required to complete prior to arriving to campus.
• Winter Welcome Schedules: Plan Winter Welcome experiences. Events added daily! 

Information Technology Services (ITS)

All residence halls are equipped with high-speed wireless and wired network coverage. Commuter students will be able to access high-speed wireless internet in every building on campus. ITS provides a variety of support options and tools to help you stay connected.

Learn about ITS support and services and follow ITS on Instagram today!

Orange Alert

Sign-up today!

Orange Alert is the University's crisis notification system and may be utilized in the event of campus closures and schedule adjustments for Winter Welcome. It allows rapid notifications to be sent to the contact information you provide in the event of any campus emergency.

Learn about Orange Alert and sign-up today!