Wolf Pack Wednesday: Online Orientation (Fall 2023)
Subject line: It’s Time for Your Online Orientation
Sent: June 7, 2023
Going to college is a big (and exciting) transition, but we’re going to connect you to plenty of resources and support over the summer to prepare. One of your first tasks is to complete our online orientation, which consists of video modules that cover everything from academic resources to student life and dining. It should take no more than three hours to finish, and we’ll save your progress along the way so you can take a break at any time. You must complete your online orientation modules by August 14 to have your orientation registration hold lifted.
Online Orientation Topics
- Safety and security in the Big Easy
- Student living and dining services
- Student health and counseling
- Loyola technology
- Introduction to academic life
- Introduction to your college
- Student life and ministry
How to Log into Your Online Modules
Go to the online orientation website and click sign in under the “For Students” header. From there, you’ll be prompted to use your username and password from your Single Sign On (SSO) portal to access the online orientation modules. We emailed your credentials in case you forgot—look for the subject line “Access Your Loyola Accounts Now!” in your inbox. If you have problems with your username or password, reach out to our Help Desk at support@ngskmc-eis.net from your Loyola email address or call 504-865-2255, available weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
NOTE: You must also complete the Online Orientation Acknowledgement in your Admissions Status Portal checklist. This will allow us to verify your email address and confirm that you are aware of the plan for orientation. Log into your Admissions Status Portal now to complete this important action item!
Optional Parent/Caregiver Orientation
Your parents and caregivers are also encouraged to explore the online modules using the parent/guest access on the orientation website. They’ll find a wealth of information about campus activities, academics, and support services for students.
More Parent/Caregiver Resources: Check out our Parent Events page for upcoming panel discussions over the summer to learn more about how to support your student as they prepare for college life.
Krewe Chats
Did you know: You have a Krewe Leader who is a current student at Loyola dedicated to preparing you for life at Loyola! Your Krewe Leader will reach out via text and email, and they will also host virtual Krewe Chats from June 11 – June 17 to get to know you over the summer. Krewe Chats are optional. KLs can answer questions about Wolf Pack Welcome, Welcome Week, and general questions about Loyola. There will be a chat function enabled, which will allow questions to be answered by a Loyola professional staff member and/or a Krewe Leader.
Krewe GroupMes: Krewe Leaders will also create GroupMes for their Krewes. Starting in June, Krewe Leaders post weekly in these groups throughout your first semester.
Save the Date: Student Affairs Panels
We invite you and your families to join us virtually for a panel discussion to learn about programs and services available through the Office of Student Affairs. Panelists include representatives of Student Health and Counseling, Residential Life, Dining Services, Athletics, Student Conduct, Title IX, Student Life & Ministry, as well as the Campus Bookstore. Choose from two sessions.
Session #1 on July 25 at 5:30 p.m. CT
- Join Zoom Meeting
- Passcode: 131608
Session #2 on July 26 at 12 p.m. CT
- Join Zoom Meeting
- Passcode: 703438
Wolf Pack Welcome
We’ll kick off the fall semester with Wolf Pack Welcome on August 17 – 20. Because you will cover so many important details, this event is mandatory for all first-year students.
What to expect:
- Your Krewe Leader will guide you through next steps to prepare for your classes and review the topics you covered in your online orientation.
- You’ll meet other incoming students and participate in some of our favorite Loyola traditions.
- We also will have optional programming for parents and caregivers.
Have questions about any of these events or how to prepare for your arrival at Loyola?
- Call us at 504-865-3622
- Email us at orientation@ngskmc-eis.net
- Message us on Instagram at @loyno_slm