Fall 2026 Orientation
Wednesday, August 19—Sunday, August 23, 2026
Welcome to Cougar Country! We can’t wait to welcome you into our Chatham community.
Please take time to review the important information on this site, including a checklist of what you need to complete before arriving to campus; a detailed schedule for Move-In & Orientation; and important resources to help you get started at ChathamU.
New Student Checklist
Before You Arrive
To make sure that your orientation experience is as smooth as possible, complete these tasks before arriving.
Move-In & Orientation
Take a look at the Move-In & Orientation Schedule for what to expect.
After Orientation
Following orientation, it’s time to get ready for your classes and get involved in student life!
Schedule
On this website’s Schedule page you will find a rundown of the events for Orientation, but visit our University calendar to view the detailed Orientation schedule.
And be sure to download the ChathamU app (App Store & Google Play Store) for important information about dining, shuttles, parking, campus maps, and more.
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