New student orientation programs are planned each year by the Office of Student Services in conjunction with each college to welcome and facilitate the integration of new students into each of the colleges of the University. As part of the orientation program, students receive financial aid information, and learn about college services available on campus. Students are provided opportunities to interact socially with their peers, meet faculty, administration, and staff members, and develop a sense of belonging to the University and individual college communities. Orientation may be conducted virtually if there are circumstances that prevent in-person gatherings e.g., a pandemic.