New Student Orientation

Online orientation is intended for students who are not able to attend the in-person program.

Online January orientation includes live online sessions held in Zoom. The schedule of Zoom sessions is contained in a WebCampus course that students will access by signing into WebCampus with your NetID. The program includes virtual workshops and presentations on campus safety, college life, and getting involved. This orientation program does not include academic advising. Students starting school in spring semester should contact their academic advisor directly to discuss their class schedule. Registered guest will attend the sessions alongside the student.

Register for January online orientation - Wednesday, January 12, 1p.m.-5p.m.

January in-person orientation includes workshops and presentations on campus safety, college life, and getting involved. Attendees will have the chance to meet other students, staff and faculty while engaging with campus resources.

This orientation program does not include academic advising. Students starting school in spring semester should contact their academic advisor directly to discuss their class schedule. Students may bring up to two guests.

Register for January in-person orientation: Friday, January 14, 2021, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Families and guests are welcome to participate in January orientation alongside their student. Guest registration is not necessary for the online orientation. However, guests who wish to attend the in-person program must be registered through the student’s orientation account. There is a $30 per guest fee, which covers programming, materials and food. Guest registrations can be made or cancelled only by signing into the student’s orientation registration profile. Refunds can only be issues if cancellations are made at least ten (10) days prior to your session.

Families and guests are invited to complete Wolf Pack Preview by creating a guest account. Wolf Pack Preview is a comprehensive introduction to learning, success, community, safety, finances and getting started at the University of Nevada, Reno. It takes about one hour to complete the full online course, which you can do at your own pace. Your progress will be saved if you log out and return later. The link will be emailed once registered.

Students must complete the following tasks prior to attending orientation:

• Activate Net ID - A student's Net ID is different from the NSHE ID. The Net ID must be activated prior to orientation.
• Contact academic advisor - January orientation does not include academic advising. Students must contact their advisor directly.
• Register for WolfCard - WolfCard is your Student ID. Submit your information now and have your ID available at in-person orientation or move in.
• Complete Wolf Pack Preview – Students who have accepted admission can log in with their NetID (activate online first). Other students can create an account as an applicant. Guests can create a family account to view in English or Spanish.