Starting in Fall
Welcome to Sonoma State!
What to Expect During Orientation
During your in-person Noma Nation Orientation experience, you will:
- Learn about campus departments, services, and student resources
- Receive guidance on general education and major requirements
- Register for your first-semester courses
- Explore campus
- Connect with fellow incoming students, staff, and faculty
Orientation is designed to help you feel confident, supported, and prepared for academic and personal success at SSU.
Designed for all new undergraduate students starting in the fall semester, Noma Nation Orientation is a required program that helps you get connected, informed, and ready for your SSU journey. Participation is mandatory for all incoming undergraduate students.
Friday, April 24, 2026 (Transfers)
- All Majors Welcome
Friday, June 12, 2026 – AM Group (Transfers)
- Psychology (BA), Sociology (BA), Communication Studies (BA), Cinematic Arts and Technology (BA), Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies (BA), Human Development (BA), Anthropology (BA)
Friday, June 12, 2026 – PM Group (Transfers)
- Nursing (BS), Biology (BA/BS), Chemistry (BA/BS), Biochemistry (BS), Mathematics (BA/BS), Music (BA/BM), Statistics (BS), Environmental Science (BS), Environmental Studies (BA), Physics (BS), Geology (BS)
Friday, June 26, 2026 – AM Group (Transfers)
- Early Childhood Studies (BA), Liberal Studies Hutchins (BA), Computer Science (BS), Art Studio (BA), Political Science (BA), History (BA), English (BA), Liberal Studies Ukiah (BA)
Friday, June 26, 2026 – PM Group (Transfers)
- Business Administration (BS), Electrical Engineering (BS), American Multicultural Studies (BA), Chicano and Latino Studies (BA), Spanish (BA), Kinesiology (BS)
** Note: Undeclared students may choose any orientation date, but are encouraged to select one that best aligns with their academic interests and potential major to receive the most helpful advising.
Friday, July 10, 2026 – AM Group (Freshmen)
- Business Administration (BS), Electrical Engineering (BS), American Multicultural Studies (BA), Chicano and Latino Studies (BA), Spanish (BA), Kinesiology (BS)
Friday, July 10, 2026 – PM Group (Freshmen)
- Psychology (BA), Sociology (BA), Communication Studies (BA), Cinematic Arts and Technology (BA), Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies (BA), Human Development (BA), Anthropology (BA)
Friday, July 17, 2026 – AM Group (Freshmen)
- Nursing (BS), Biology (BA/BS), Chemistry (BA/BS), Biochemistry (BS), Mathematics (BA/BS), Music (BA/BM), Statistics (BS), Environmental Science (BS), Environmental Studies (BA), Physics (BS), Geology (BS)
Friday, July 17, 2026 – PM Group (Freshmen)
- Early Childhood Studies (BA), Liberal Studies Hutchins (BA), Computer Science (BS), Art Studio (BA), Political Science (BA), History (BA), English (BA), Liberal Studies Ukiah (BA)
** Note: Undeclared students may choose any orientation date, but are encouraged to select one that best aligns with their academic interests and potential major to receive the most helpful advising.
How to Reserve Your Orientation Date
Once you've accepted your offer of admission and paid your Enrollment Reservation Deposit, you'll have the opportunity to select your Orientation date by accessing your MySSU Student Center online. Throughout this transition to SSU, all orientation-related communications will be sent to the email address used in the student's application for Sonoma State University.
- Log into your MySSU account.
- Click the "MySSU tile" (blue icon with Seawolf paw).
- On the drop-down menu, click from "MySSU Homepage" to "Student Self-Service."
- Select the "Applicant Self-Service" icon (two people shaking hands).
- Click on "Noma Nation Orientation"
Orientation Schedule - Students
TIME | TOPIC | DESCRIPTION |
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Check-In & Breakfast | Check in to kick off your Orientation experience, pick up your schedule and some SSU swag, and enjoy breakfast before the day’s sessions begin! |
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Welcome to SSU | You’ll meet Orientation staff and student leaders, get an overview of the day’s schedule, and learn helpful tips and tricks for navigating campus and making the most of your orientation experience. |
| 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Nuts & Bolts | Get the inside scoop on all things SSU during our Nuts & Bolts session! Hear important information and key dates from Seawolf Services, Financial Aid, Campus Housing and Culinary Services, Career Services, and learn how you can expand your college experience through our exciting Study Away program. |
| 10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. | Registration Overview | Join our Professional Advisors for a Registration Overview session where you’ll learn how to navigate the registration process and use Seawolf Scheduler to build your class schedule with confidence. |
| 11:25 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. | Faculty Advising | Meet with faculty advisors to receive guidance on selecting the right classes and building a strong roadmap for your academic journey at SSU. |
| 11:55 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. | Registration | Make it official by registering for your classes and becoming an official Seawolf, with professional and academic advisors available in the computer labs to guide you every step of the way. |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Resource Fair | Explore the many ways to get involved at SSU at our Club and Resource Fair! Meet staff, faculty, and fellow students while discovering campus services, student organizations, and opportunities designed to enhance your experience and help you thrive as a Seawolf. The Resource Fair includes pizza and is open from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
TIME | TOPIC | DESCRIPTION |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Check-In & Lunch | Check in to kick off your Orientation experience, pick up your schedule and some SSU swag, and enjoy lunch before the day’s sessions begin! |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Resource Fair | Explore the many ways to get involved at SSU at our Club and Resource Fair! Meet staff, faculty, and fellow students while discovering campus services, student organizations, and opportunities designed to enhance your experience and help you thrive as a Seawolf. The Resource Fair includes pizza and is open from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
| 1:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. | Welcome to SSU | You’ll meet Orientation staff and student leaders, get an overview of the day’s schedule, and learn helpful tips and tricks for navigating campus and making the most of your orientation experience. |
| 1:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Nuts & Bolts | Get the inside scoop on all things SSU during our Nuts & Bolts session! Hear important information and key dates from Seawolf Services, Financial Aid, Campus Housing and Culinary Services, Career Services, and learn how you can expand your college experience through our exciting Study Away program. |
| 3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | Registration Overview | Join our Professional Advisors for a Registration Overview session where you’ll learn how to navigate the registration process and use Seawolf Scheduler to build your class schedule with confidence. |
| 3:55 p.m. – 4:25 p.m. | Faculty Advising | Meet with faculty advisors to receive guidance on selecting the right classes and building a strong roadmap for your academic journey at SSU. |
| 4:25 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Registration | Make it official by registering for your classes and becoming an official Seawolf, with professional and academic advisors available in the computer labs to guide you every step of the way. And don't forget to grab a sweet treat as a reward before you leave for the day! |
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Orientation Schedule - Parents & Families
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