Welcome to Hilbert College!
We look forward to seeing you at Orientation and building a strong relationship with you as you become part of the Hilbert College community. At Orientation you will learn your way around campus, spend time with other incoming students, and learn all about how to be successful as a Hilbert College student. Orientation is required for all students.
Dates
Our mandatory summer Orientation program for all incoming undergraduate first year and transfer students will take place Friday, August 3 and Friday, August 24. Students may register for either date online here. Check-in begins at 8:00am for both dates.
Adult students are invited to attend a special Adult Student Orientation on Thursday, August 23. This session is designed with the adult student in mind and will take place starting at 5:00pm.
New Student Pre-Orientation Check-List
After registering for your preferred Orientation date you will receive a letter in the mail detailing a few check list items that you must complete prior to attending Orientation. These items include:
- Completing an online course on sexual and interpersonal violence prevention and response in Blackboard.
- Submitting physical and immunization records
- Participating in our Orientation service project
- Communicating any special accommodations needed for you or your guests to fully participate in Orientation.
If you have not received this check list letter within two weeks of registering for Orientation please contact the Student Life office at 716-649-7900 ext. 123.
Student Orientation Schedule
For detailed information on student Orientation sessions please click on the link below corresponding to the Orientation session you registered for. You will receive a printed schedule when you check in at Orientation.
Please dress casually and comfortably. Orientation is a long day and sessions will be held inside air conditioned rooms and outside in the summer weather. At Check-In you will receive a Hilbert College t-shirt to be worn during Orientation.
Family Orientation Schedule
Families are welcome to attend Orientation. Please make sure to indicate who is attending Orientation with you when you fill out your registration information. A Family Orientation schedule will be available at Orientation Check-In.