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Student Orientation and Family Engagement
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It's almost time for Orientation!
Have you signed up for one of our Orientation Programs, yet? Check out your Applicant Portal to see your next steps!
Oswego City Night 2023
Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Summer Orientation 2023
Summer Orientation 2023
Summer Orientation 2023
Laker Launch, Sunset Viewing 2023
Laker Launch, Sunset Viewing 2023
Laker Launch, Sunset Viewing 2023
Laker Launch, Sunset Viewing 2023
Laker Launch, Sunset Viewing 2023
Laker Launch, Sunset Viewing 2023
Laker Launch, Paint the Road 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Oswego City Night 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Letters From Home Program, Fall 2023
Signature Programs
Orientations
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Summer Orientation 2025: Summer Orientation dates have been posted
Laker Launch
The week before classes begin, first-year students are welcomed on campus to help become more acquainted with campus life. Sessions about campus partners are offered, while providing fun-filled opportunities for Lakers to experience why they get to call Oswego “home.” Past years have involved Campus Picnics, carnival activities, and more!
Family & Friends Weekend
October 17th - 19th, 2025!
Family & friends are invited to visit SUNY Oswego during an October weekend to get acquainted with your Laker’s home-away-from-home. This weekend is packed with fun events to keep the whole family entertained. Hockey games, tours, and movie screenings are all offered free of cost.