Orientation Spring 2026
January 8 - 9, 2026
Your New Community
Orientation is your official kick-off to life at Â鶹ӳ»â€”and we're here to make it unforgettable! You'll move into your new home, meet your classmates, explore campus, and dive into all the things that make Â鶹ӳ» one of a kind.
"For I know the plans I have for you — to give you a future and a hope." —Jeremiah 29:11
Schedule of Events
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Orientation One-Stop-Shop Check-In
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Ballroom
Pick up your welcome materials and finalize paperwork.
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dorm Move-In
Location: Respective Residence Halls
The Orientation Team and staff will be on hand to assist and welcome you!
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch with the Enrollment Team
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Dining Hall
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Swamp Hike
Location: Meet in Thomas and Selby Prince Building Parking Lot
Experience first-hand the beauty of sunny Southwest Florida in January!
4:45 p.m.
Mass (optional)
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
5:30 p.m.
Welcome Dinner
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Ballroom
Enjoy dinner with classmates and start building your Â鶹ӳ» community.
8:00 p.m.
Rosary Candlelight Walk
Location: Meet outside Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
9:00 p.m.
RA Meet and Greet
Location: Respective Residence Halls
Meet your dorm's Residence Assistants and learn about life at Â鶹ӳ».
2025 Orientation Highlights
Contact
Have questions about Orientation? Please contact:
Admissions
(239) 280 - 2500
Admissions@avemaria.edu
Financial Aid
(239) 280-1669
Â鶹ӳ»FinancialAid@avemaria.edu
Registrar
(239) 280-2565
Â鶹ӳ»Registrar@avemaria.edu
Residence Life
ResidenceLife@avemaria.edu