Orientation

New Student Events

New Student Events


Monday, August 10th at 2pm

New Paltz Volunteers: Serving Your College Community and Beyond

Learn about different volunteers offerred by the College and more! 

Join the Center for Student Engagement via Instagram Live @newpaltzcse


Monday, August 3rd at 8pm

Natural Hair Journey

For our curly hair community, join VOL Jade, SOL Emy and I, in a journey of understanding your hair and what it needs. If you have wavy, curly, or coily, or you have no clue what curl pattern you have, you'll find out here! We shall give you all the tips and tricks of ways to transition your hair and what products are good. Knowing your hair and what it needs really is important to get that soft, strong bounce back. Whether you are struggling from heat damage or too many harmful chemicals in your hair, we are here to help you find ways to strengthen your hair. We are even going to give you a full demonstration on how to make a hair mask and much more. If you are a part of the natural hair community stop by and join in on our conversation, you can even give us advice, for we know that every hair is different and sharing your journey can help others through theirs!!! 

Click the Zoom Link HERE for access.
Meeting ID: 946 2469 3625
Password:  513209


Tuesday, August 11th at 5pm

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Learn about the different Fraternities and Sororities affiliated with the College!

Click the Zoom Link HERE for access.
Meeting ID: 960 1975 7161
Password: 065051


Tuesday, August 11th at 6:30pm

Black Lives is a Movement, not a Moment

Learn Join the Orientation staff in discussing the Black Lives Matter Movement. 

Click the Zoom Link HERE for access.
Meeting ID: 634 762 1212
Password: 396728


Wednesday, August 12th at 10am

Office of Veteran & Military Services Q&A 

Do you have questions about what resources you may have access to through our Office? Then please join us via WebEx. This session will feature an overview on topics such as the GI Bill®, Military Tuition Assistance, New York State Grants, Scholarships (for service members, veterans, spouses, and children), and much more! Also, during this session, you will learn about our mentoring program, where the office is located, and other services we offer. Finally, this session will also serve as a “Get to Know You” session where my staff can learn about your interests to ensure that you take full advantage of available services. The session will run for approximately 60 minutes but feel free to come for as long as you can! We look forward to meeting you! 

Click the WebEx Link HERE for access.
Meeting ID: 171 441 1539 
Password: PpVe3fYGm52 


Wednesday, August 12th at 7pm

LGBTQ+ Mixer

This session, open to all identities, provides an opportunity for LGBTQ+ students (and allies) to connect with one another.  Come meet some friendly faces before coming to campus in the fall! 

Click the Zoom Link HERE for access.
Meeting ID: 985 5549 8609
Password: 927439


Thursday, August 13th at 2pm

LGBTQ and You: An overview of LGBTQ+ Resources

New Paltz is known for being an LGBTQ+ friendly campus.  Learn about our many LGBTQ+ resources, support services, and activities. 

Click the WebEx Link HERE for access.
Meeting ID: 161 960 3403 
Password: h38eEJcWMT3