Summer Orientation
Summer orientation is a two-day program scheduled in June. As early as January, new students and their family members are asked to select a convenient time from among a number of orientation sessions that are scheduled during June. In addition to preparing their class schedules for fall semester, new students with their family members participate in guided tours of the university, attend informational meetings about policies and procedures at the university, and meet formally and informally with faculty, staff, and other new students and their families. These sessions, held in a comfortable, informative atmosphere, lessen existing anxieties, assist each person in the development of a clearer understanding of the challenge of the university environment, and make it possible for new students-with support from their family members-to begin to make the academic and social decisions that are faced by all students at the university.

Cyclone Aides, Iowa State undergraduate students with widely varying backgrounds and interests, help acquaint new students and their families with the university.

Housing and meals are available at campus residence halls for a nominal fee. Cyclone Aides live in the residence halls with the new students and are available at all times for informal discussion.

Destination Iowa State
The Destination Iowa State program is held on the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday before classes begin fall semester. The program helps new students develop academic, computer, and social strategies to ensure a successful transition to Iowa State University.

WelcomeFest
WelcomeFest activities are scheduled during the first week of fall semester to welcome students to campus. All students, including transfer students, are invited to participate in WelcomeFest.