Online orientation is a new experience for not only the students but the staff as well. It was tough to navigate through the Orientation without some inside tips. The staff was great and very understanding and flexible! I loved the teams I met, and it indeed was a memorable experience.
1. Finish All Of Your Online Content
Every transfer student will have online content that they need to complete for orientation. The online content has quizzes and assignments that are due before your orientation. DO NOT procrastinate finishing the online courses, especially transfer students! The hold cannot be lifted until you have completed your assignments before orientation. The online courses contain valuable content that will help you succeed at UCF.
2. Submit Your Immunization Form
Have your doctor complete your Immunization form at least two weeks before your orientation day. This cushion allows the office time to process your form and contact you if they notice any issues. If this form is not complete, you cannot attend orientation and schedule your classes. I waited until the week before and was worried the form would not be cleared in enough time. Here is the link to the Immunization Form: https://studenthealth.ucf.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2017/11/Immunization-Form-2017.pdf
3. Speak With The First Experience Team In Advance
The First Experience Team is there to lend a helping hand. The best way to contact them is by email, and their email is fye@UCF.edu. The team told me what to expect on my Orientation Day, what Zoom Meetings to attend, and who could guide me if I was lost. The team answered within a minute and gave clear guidelines that helped me succeed on orientation day.
4. Attend Live Q&A With UCF Students Who Were Once In The Same Situation
I attended a live Q&A of UCF Students who were once transfer students. They answered a lot of questions that advisors themselves could not answer. The UCF Students told me their experience and answered my questions. The UCF Students were energetic and this was my favorite part of the UCF orientation. They told me some ways to adapt to moving from your hometown, perks of being a UCF Student for amusement parks, and mentioned a lot of helpful links.
