summer Orientation 2026

All new students starting at Neumann University in Fall 2026 are required to attend one summer orientation date to prepare for a successful first semester as a Knight. New students, along with their families and guests, can register to participate in new student orientation on the following dates:
  • Tuesday, June 16th
  • Saturday, June 20th
  • Saturday, July 11th
  • Friday, August 21st
  • Tuesday, August 25th (Mandatory International Student Orientation. Please note international students must also attend one full-day program, either August 21st or 28th)
  • Friday, August 28th (Transfer and Adult Learner Focus)
Please check your Neumann application portal for orientation registration instructions. We look forward to welcoming you to the Neumann community and supporting you as you begin your journey as a Knight!

SUMMER ORIENTATION SCHEDULE

 

9:00 AM
Check-In for Orientation Begins

New students and their families can check-in for the orientation program at the Bruder Life Center Patio. Participants will receive their name tags and schedules for the day while meeting their orientation leaders.

9:30 AM
Welcome to Neumann!

All attendees will attend the opening welcome session in the Meagher Theatre to hear remarks by members of the university community.

10:00 AM

Meet your Deans and Advisors

All participants will attend a session with their academic school's dean and academic advisors. Orientation Leaders will escort the participants from their last session to the appropriate room for their session.

School of Business: Student Multipurpose Hall

School of Nursing & Health Sciences: Meagher Theater

School of Social Sciences, Humanities, & Education: McNichol Room

 

10:35 AM
Individualized Student and Parent Programs Begin

Student Track: Academics at Neumann: Challenges and Resources- Students will learn about the Student Success Center and additional academic resources available to them at Neumann

Parent, Family & Guest Track: Participants will attend a tour of the Our Lady of Angels Chapel, hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis and Campus Ministry staff. This tour includes an overview of the institution's history and mission. 

11:15 AM

Student and Parent Track

 

Student Track: Small group introduction, tour & photo ID pictures

Parent Track: Lunch provided in the Bruder Dining Hall 

12:20 PM

Student and Parent Track

Student Track: Students will enjoy lunch in the Bruder Cafeteria, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with your advisors on an individual basis.

Parent Track: Parent session takes it from the lens of how to dialogue with student around mental health, substance use, and conflict resolution as they transition into this new environment. 

 
 
1:10 PM

 

Student Track: Groups A - F will attend the Make a connection session.  Groups G - L will attend the Supporting Mental Health session.

Parent Track: Residence Life and Commuter Life Information Session will occur in the Meagher Theater

1:45 PM

Student Track: Groups G through L will attend the "Make a Connection" session, while Groups A through F will attend the Supporting Mental Health Session.  

Parent Track: Student Support Services Panel.  This session is a Q & A with the following offices on Campus. 

 

Provost
Associate Provost SS and SL
Mission & Ministry
Director of Campus Safety
Business Office
Financial Aid
Director of Accessibility Services
Counseling Center
Career & Professional Development

 

2:20 PM

Student Track: Ask an OL Moderated Student Panel

2:45 PM
Campus Resource Reception

New students and their guests will have the opportunity to meet staff members of the Neumann community and take care of any remaining tasks before the start of the spring term.

Campus offices that will be represented:

  • Athletics
  • Accessibility Services
  • Business Office
  • Counseling Center
  • Campus Ministry
  • Campus Safety
  • Financial Aid
  • Learning Commons (Scheduling)
  • Library
  • Student Health Center
  • Students Success Center
  • TRIO Services

Optional Residence Life Tours and IT help sessions will also be available. 

CONTACT US

Office of First-Year & Second-Year Experience

Bachmann Main Building, Rm. 114A

1 Neumann Drive

Aston, PA 19014

Email: mitchell@neumann.edu

Phone: 610-579-6277

Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 5 pm

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