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New Student One-Day June Orientation Schedule

June Student Schedule

  • Monday, June 10, 2024

  • Wednesday, June 12, 2024

  • Thursday, June 13, 2024

  • Tuesday, June 18, 2024

8:30-9:30 a.m.
Student Orientation Registration & Check-In 

Location: Mulcahy Gym

Welcome to Orientation! Check-in to receive your Orientation name tag and a welcome backpack filled with important information (and fun giveaways). After you’re finished checking in, head over to the student breakfast.

8:30-10 a.m.
Breakfast for Students and Meet Your OL and Group

Location: Mulcahy Gym   

Assigned group number (check your name tag/schedule at check-in).
Help yourself to breakfast as you enter. Join your group at your designated table. 
Small group formal discussions will begin at 9 a.m. Get to know the other students in your group and learn more about your orientation leader.  

10 a.m.
Orientation Leaders in Vitanza Commons will guide you to your next session.  

10:05-10:45 a.m.
Welcome to Gael Nation

Location: Upper Gym, Hynes Athletics Center  

An opportunity to formally welcome the Class of 2028 and all incoming new students!  While this is a joint session for students and families, students will be sitting with their Orientation groups. 

11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 

Maroon: Get Connected  

Location: Various Campus Computer Labs, Assigned by Group    

Join your group in setting up your online community at Iona. Learn what you need to remain connected. Students will sign up for the Iona emergency text messaging system, enter emergency contact information in Peoplesoft, learn where to have access to financial statements, and more.

Gold: Iona 101 Student Session and Snacks  

Location: Romita Auditorium and Romita Lobby 

An introduction to Student Affairs, Career Development, Academic Support services and campus life at Iona! Hear from administrators and staff during this session.  

12:15–12:30 p.m.
Student groups switch sessions 

12:30 p.m. -1:45 p.m.

Gold: Get Connected  

Location: Various Campus Computer Labs, Assigned by Group    

Join your group in setting up your online community at Iona. Learn what you need to remain connected. Students will sign up for the Iona emergency text messaging system, enter emergency contact information in Peoplesoft, learn where to have access to financial statements, and more.

Maroon: Iona 101 Student Session and Snacks  

Location: Romita Auditorium and Romita Lobby 

An introduction to Student Affairs, Career Development, Academic Support services and campus life at Iona! Hear from administrators and staff during this session. 

2–2:45 p.m.

Student Lunch and Activities

Location: Mulcahy Gym

3–4 p.m.

What Every College Student Needs to Know! 

Location: Hynes Athletics Center     

Learn about yourself and your new classmates all while having a great time!  

4–4:25 p.m. 

Next Steps & Wrapping It Up with Killian 

Location: Hynes Athletics Center 

Review next steps!  Take your Orientation group picture. 

4:30-6 p.m. 

Information Sessions and Welcome Receptions will be held throughout the LaPenta School of Business  

Location: LaPenta School of Business Atriums, Classrooms, and Lecture Halls


Iona Gael New Student & Family Reception 

Location: LaPenta School of Business Atrium 

All are welcome!


5:30 p.m. 
Late Tours Departing from the LaPenta School of Business Atrium  

  • Campus Tours   
  • Residence Hall Tour  
  • Bookstore (extended late hours) 

All details are subject to change.