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Freshmen Orientation

Welcome to ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ, home of the Jaguars!

New Student (ROAR) Orientation gives incoming freshmen students an opportunity to learn about ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ services, meet classmates, meet with advising, and network with GovStateÌýstaff. All incoming students must attend ROAR Orientation to help transition students in their first year as a college students.

Please note: You can review additional information on the orientation websiteÌýby going to the myGSU portal homepage and clickingÌýthe "ORIENTATION" button.Ìý

  • What is the Freshmen Orientation experience?

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    During New Student Orientation, incoming freshmen students will have the opportunity to learn about the various resources and services ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ offers. Students and their families will have a chance to discover the various opportunities provided at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ including involvement in student organizations, volunteer opportunities, support services, and many other aspects of being a ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ student.Ìý

    ÌýAdditional information on orientation can be found on our virtual platform.

    Virtual Orientation Provides Information On:

    • Welcome from Leadership
    • Campus Tours
    • Technology
    • Academic Advising
    • Academic Support Programs
    • Student Support Programs
    • Financial Support
    • Community Standards
    • Student Life
    • Student Success
    • Connects You with an Advisor to Schedule Classes
    • Math and Writing Assessments***

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    Math and Writing Assessments***Ìý
    Prior to class registration, students may be asked to take a Math and/or English placement assessment.Ìý Information can be found at .

    If you have any questions, please contact New Student Programs atÌýnsp@govst.edu.

  • 2024 Fall Jaguar Journey Days (post-orientation)

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    Let's Get Ready to R.O.A.R. (Resources, Orientation, Advising, and Registration All new freshmen to ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ are required to attend our R.O.A.R. Freshman Orientation program. R.O.A.R. will focus on giving you all the important information you need to become a ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Jaguar including a focus on resources, orientation, advising, and registration. Students and their families will have a chance to discover the various opportunities provided at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ including involvement in student organizations, volunteer opportunities, support services, and many other aspects of being a ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ student.

    To RSVP for an event that works best for your schedule, visit: .

    Students admitted for Fall 2024 should check back soon for available dates.

    If you have any questions, please contact New Student Programs at nsp@govst.edu.

  • What's Next?

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    • Submit final high school transcripts to the
    • Submit Ìýonline to MedProctor. More information can be found in the Registrar's Office, C-1300
    • Consider living in and submit a housing application
    • Explore campus dining and purchase a
    • Check your financial aid status through your MyGSU Portal
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    • Set up a
    • Check the for any scholarships for which you may qualify
    • Purchase or rent your books from the