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Accepted Students Events

Congratulations on your acceptance to UNE! As a New Nor’easter, you’re invited to experience the many ways UNE celebrates and supports its future students.

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Get ready for the start of the semester with events designed to help you connect, get involved, and feel confident on campus. Join us for our New Nor’easters Kickoff and other welcome events throughout August and early September, and explore our virtual resources to answer your questions, make new connections, and prepare for a successful first semester. Learn more about campus life at UNE

New Nor’easters Kickoff

Sunday, August 30

10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Our New Nor’easters Kickoff turns move-in day into a campus-wide celebration. Whether you’re just arriving or already settled in, join us throughout the day for food, games, music, giveaways, and plenty of opportunities to meet your classmates, connect with the campus community, and kick off your UNE experience as we welcome our newest Nor’easters and their families.

Kickoff activities include:

  • Cosmic Skate
  • Lawn Games
  • Photo Booth
  • Rock Climbing Wall
  • Food Trucks
  • Ice Cream Cart
  • Raffle Baskets
  • Therapy Dogs
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Students play cornhole on a sunny campus lawn during an orientation event, while others sit in the grass watching nearby.
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Orientation Programs

New Student Orientation

Orientation prepares you for the academic, social, and personal aspects of university life. You’ll make connections and get the important information you’ll need to start at UNE. Attendance is required for all incoming undergraduate students, including first-time college students and transfer students.

Summer orientation for first-year students has now concluded. If you were unable to attend or have any questions as you prepare for the semester, please email us at orientation@une.edu.

  • August Make Up Session: August 28
  • Transfer Student Orientation: September 1

Register for Orientation

First-Generation Bridge Program Trailblazer

If you are a first-generation student, we encourage you to explore our First-Generation Bridge Program. This free program provides access not only to Trailblazer Trips but to additional opportunities for support and connection.
 

Learn more about the UNE First-Generation Bridge Program

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New Nor’easters Virtual Series

Our New Nor’easters virtual series offers a ton of information for incoming students and families. If you missed a session, recordings of each event are available below.

Final Countdown

August 5, 2026 | 7 p.m. ET

Do you have questions in the final stretch before your first day on campus? Professional staff from our student support teams answer your questions and help you feel prepared for your first day and first year as a New Nor’easter.

Watch Final Countdown

Prepare to Live on Campus

June 10, 2026 | 7 p.m. ET

Let’s get you ready to live on campus. This virtual session, in partnership with our Office of Housing and Residential and Commuter Life, covers everything you need to know to prepare for move-in and beyond.

Watch Prepare to Live on Campus

Get Ready for New Student Orientation

May 20, 2026 | 7 p.m. ET

New Student Orientation is an exciting and required step for all incoming undergraduate students, whether you’re a first-time college student or a transfer student. Orientation programs kick off in June, and this virtual session is dedicated to making you feel prepared to attend.

Watch Get Ready for New Student Orientation

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Questions Before Decision Day

Recorded April 15, 2026

As you put the finishing touches on your college decision, we’re here to help. This session is your chance to get answers to any last questions — big or small — before May 1. Connect with current students and admissions staff to make sure you have everything you need to feel confident in your choice.

Watch Questions Before Decision Day

Pathway to Academic Success: Student Support

Recorded March 18, 2026

At UNE, your success is our priority. During this session, you’ll hear from the teams behind Academic Advising, Academic Coaching, and the Student Access Center, and discover how our holistic approach to learning equips you to meet your goals with confidence. Whether you’re looking for personalized guidance, skill-building strategies, or accessibility resources, this session will show you how UNE supports you every step of the way — so you can succeed academically and make the most of your college experience.

Watch Pathway to Academic Success: Student Support

Housing: All About Residential Life

Recorded February 11, 2026

Let’s talk all things living on campus — everything from how and when to fill out your housing and dining contract to what to pack this fall. We’ll also discuss roommate selection, Living Learning Communities, and programs offered to help you feel more connected and supported on campus.

Watch All About Residential Life

Next Steps: From Accepted to Enrolled

Recorded January 14, 2026

Now that you’ve been accepted to UNE, you’re on your way to officially becoming a Nor’easter. There are a few things you need to do before joining us this fall, and our New Nor’easters virtual kickoff event is the perfect place to start. We’ll walk through the necessary steps to enroll, covering important deadlines, campus events, housing, and more.

Watch Next Steps: From Accepted to Enrolled