Freshman Orientation
Freshman Orientation 2026
Saturday, Aug. 15 – Percefull Fieldhouse
Attendance is required for all incoming freshmen!
Orientation Schedule
8:30 a.m. – Registration
9:00 a.m. – Program begins
10:00 – Break-out sessions
Noon – Coronado Cafeteria opens
Freshman Orientation Information
Orientation Activities and Perks
- Free T-shirt
- Get acquainted with the Ranger campus and students
- Self-Service, Canvas and Email access
- Large photo of Freshman class taken to end the day!
The following offices will be open Saturday from 10:00 to 3:00 p.m. during orientation:
- Registry Office: Provide copies of class schedules and answer questions. They will NOT be able to process enrollments or drop/add on that day.
- Financial Aid Office: Accept paperwork and answer questions.
- Business Office: Accept payments, Residence Hall deposits, and answer any questions.
- Bookstore: Purchase course books or Northwestern gear.
- Student Services: Pickup vehicle decal and student I.D.
Don’t Forget!
- Residence Halls open on Thursday before the first day of school
- Fall semester classes begin Aug. 17, 2026
Ride, Rangers, Ride!
Contact:
Ethan Sacket
Coordinator of Student Success and Transfer Recruiter