Upcoming Orientation Session

Your Introduction to Campus

We want your transition to UHart to be a smooth one, so we've created a place where resources, next steps, and important "to-dos" can be found as you prepare for your first year.

Visit the Orientation Checklist

We look forward to welcoming you at Orientation!

Jump into our campus community by participating in our two-day, in-person Orientation. At Orientation, you'll learn more about campus resources and tips and tricks for how to be academically successful in your first year. You will also get a feel for what residential life is like through our overnight experience. Students leave Orientation with new friendships and prepared to start their college journey!

We can't wait to host our incoming students beginning with us in Fall 2025 at Orientation this June! Please select the session that works best for you.

Session 1: June 8-9
Session 2: June 13-14
Session 3: June 15-16

Day 1 begins with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and your full experience will end at noon on day 2.

If you are unable to attend Orientation in June, please reach out to our Center for Student Success at css@hartford.edu or 860.768.4999 to talk with us about our alternate date on August 22.

Transfer students will have specific programming at the August 22 session and are encouraged to attend on that date. Please reach out to css@hartford.edu or 860.768.4999 to coordinate registration.

We look forward to meeting you soon. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at css@hartford.edu so that we can help.

Register Now!

What to Expect at Orientation

Orientation is a great time to get acclimated to your new life as a Hartford Hawk.

At our two-day experience in June you will get to meet new friends, experience life on campus, learn about UHart traditions, and stay overnight in our neighborhood residence halls*—it's going to be a great time!

What to bring to Orientation:

Linens
Pillow
Toiletries
Alarm clock
Casual clothes
Comfortable walking shoes
Pen and pencil
And most importantly, your energy and enthusiasm

Don't forget your toothbrush!

Day 1 begins with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and your full experience will end at noon on day 2.

*Please note that parents and guardians do not stay on campus with their student. Several local hotels and motels provide discounted rates. These accommodations are conveniently located within 10-20 minutes from the campus.

Be Prepared for Your First Semester at UHart

ZeeMee

We know that meeting other students and making new friends is a huge part of your college experience. That's why we have partnered with the social application ZeeMee. Similar to Instagram, you will be able to watch videos and posts from other students, introduce yourself, and create smaller communities to get all your questions answered.

Orientation Checklist and Resources

Starting a new chapter in your life can be overwhelming—that's why we have created a checklist, so you know exactly what you have to do before starting your first semester at UHart.

Get Excited for Orientation

Our Orientation team is dedicated to making your transition to college as smooth as possible—that’s why we have a solid plan for you to be successful your first semester and beyond.

Red Caps

Red Cap excited to play icebreaker with new students

Red Caps are student orientation leaders who are eager to help new students and their parents learn about student life and our community at the University of Hartford. The Red Caps are friendly, helpful, inclusive, enthusiastic, and thoughtful. They promote the University and the opportunities it has to offer. Through individual conversations, group activities, academic advising, and various programs, Red Caps help incoming students and their parents become familiar and comfortable with the University.