When is Summer Orientation 2014?

• Session A                 Wednesday & Thursday                 June 18/19
• Session B                 Saturday & Sunday                          June 21/22
• Session C                 Tuesday  & Wednesday                 June 24/25
• Session D                 Monday                                              July 14           (Transfer Students)
• Fall Opening             Friday-Sunday                                  August 22-25

Incoming Nichols College students only need to attend one Summer Orientation session. We ask that the student be present for the duration of the session and actively participate in all activities. Late arrivals and early dismissals are not allowed due to the group experience.

When should we plan to arrive on campus for a session?
Arrival and Registration is schedule between 9:00am-10:00am of the first day of your session. If you are traveling from a distance of more than 4 hours, you may call the Center for Student Involvement at 508.213.2112 to request an arrival date the evening prior to your Summer Orientation session. Unfortunately, we can only offer overnight accommodations to students and will not be able to accommodate families or guests.

Students may drive themselves to Orientation. Please note that students are not permitted to depart campus until the completion of the Orientation schedule on their second day at approximately 1:00p.m.

How do I register for Summer Orientation?
On May 14, 2014 at 12:00pm, Summer Orientation will be accessible via the Nichols College homepage. Click the link on the left side of the homepage and that will bring you to our EventBrite registration page-with the updated link!

Should I register for my classes prior to arriving at Orientation?
We highly encourage students to register for their classes prior to arriving for their Summer Orientation session. This will enable our academic advisors to better serve our students during the advising session on Day 2 of the Orientation session. As an added bonus, any student who registers ahead of time will be entered to win a $100 gift card.  If you do not register ahead of time, incoming students will have the opportunity to do so during their session.

 

What if I have food allergies?

Sodexo Dining Services can accommodate any and all dietary requests. Please let us know ahead of time, and we will be sure to offer suitable meals at each dining time. Summer Orientation is also a great time to get to know the Dining Hall layout and Sodexo staff.

 

I have questions about Financial Aid, playing a sport or any other service at Nichols College, will they be available?

All offices will either be presenting to Students and Guests or available at our Student Services fair. Most departments will be available for private appointments. Coaches will be available throughout the day to speak to incoming students and their guests.

 

What should students bring to campus?

 

• Printed copy of your class schedule (if you have preregistered)
• Linens (sheets and/or sleeping bag, blankets, pillows)
• Towels and washcloth
• Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste etc.)
• Casual dress (comfortable shoes, sneakers)
• Spending money (meals are included but you may want to purchase snacks or Nichols College  apparel)

Where can I get more information?

The Center for Student Involvement

508.213.2112

Involvement@Nichols.edu

 

Name: Amanda Haley
Hometown: Tolland, CT
Class Year: 2017
Major: Hospitality Management
Twitter Handle: @ahaleyy
Fun Fact: I’ve been dancing for 17 years and I’m on the dance team.
Why you love Nichols: Close knit community & always made me feel welcome.

 

Name: Andrew Haas
Hometown: Whitinsville, MA
Class Year: 2015
Major: Business Communication
Twitter Handle: @Andrew_Haas5
Fun Fact: I like hamburgers medium-well.
Why you love Nichols: I love the networking opportunities and how anyone can make a difference on the campus.

 

Name: Bryan MacDonald
Hometown: Southington, CT
Class Year: 2016
Major: Psychology
Twitter Handle: @TheMacDaddy74
Fun Fact: I love home design.
Why you love Nichols: I love Nichols because of the people and the opportunities that are offered to me.

 

Name: Rachel Dalrymple
Hometown: Belvidere, NJ
Class Year: 2015
Major: Sport Management
Twitter Handle: @rachdalrymple
Fun Fact: I live on a farm.
Why you love Nichols: We are a close-knit family where everyone wants to see you succeed

 

Name: Malcolm Thomas
Hometown: Hamden, CT
Class Year: 2016
Major: Marketing
Twitter Handle: @malky112
Fun Fact: I am an uncle of 11 nieces and nephews.
Why you love Nichols: The small tight-knit community.

 

Name: Steve Davis
Hometown: Southbury, CT
Class Year: 2017
Major: Business Communication
Twitter Handle: @SteveRockyDavis
Fun Fact: I’m the fastest runner on the cross country/track team.
Why you love Nichols: I have met so many amazing people here.

 

Name: Taylor Eloi
Hometown: Tewksbury, MA
Class Year: 2016
Major: Criminal Justice Management
Twitter Handle: @t_eloi12
Fun Fact: I love to meet new people and I talk way too much.
Why you love Nichols: I love how homey it is, everyone is so friendly. The professors are amazing and want to get to know you.

 

Name: Reilly Flaherty
Hometown: Bellingham, MA
Class Year: 2017
Major: Sports Management
Twitter Handle: @_ReillyKaren
Fun Fact: My favorite flavor of ice cream is bubblegum.
Why you love Nichols: How small and close everyone is.

 

Name: Bradley Minton
Hometown: Dudley, MA
Class Year: 2015
Major: Information Technology Management & Management
Twitter Handle: @bradley_minton
Fun Fact: Originally from southwest Georgia.
Why you love Nichols: The opportunities that you have here is like nowhere else.

 

Name: Mackenzie Scheer
Hometown: Framingham, MA
Class Year: 2016
Major: Human Resource Management
Twitter Handle: @Mack_Scheer
Fun Fact: I’ve never drank soda.
Why you love Nichols: You’re not just a number!

 

Name: Hayley Donahue
Hometown: Medford, MA
Class Year: 2017
Major: Accounting
Twitter Handle: @hayleydonahue
Fun Fact: I’ve never watched Gossip Girl.
Why you love Nichols: It has so much to offer, and the environment is so friendly and comforting.

 

Name: Taylor Pons
Hometown:  Framingham, MA
Class Year: 2015
Major: Criminal Justice Management
Twitter Handle: @taylor_pons
Fun Fact: I saw Celine Dion perform in Las Vegas.
Why you love Nichols: I love the cheerleading team!

 

Name: Conor Fountain
Hometown: Laconia, NH
Class Year: 2016
Major: General Business
Twitter Handle: @cfountain12
Fun Fact: I transferred from SNHU and I love soccer.
Why you love Nichols: I love Nichols because it’s small, the campus is electric, and there are a lot of clubs to get involved in.

 

Name: Patrick Hoey
Hometown: Auburn, MA
Class Year: 2015
Major: Marketing
Twitter Handle: @PHoey15
Fun Fact: I am an Eagle Scout and the SGA President.
Why you love Nichols: I love the small community here, and the classroom sizes are great,  providing many opportunities for  one on one time with professors. Everyone that I know that has gone to Nichols has been successful. So I know Nichols is preparing me for the real world, and the list goes on.

 

Name: Carmen Garcia
Hometown: West Springfield, MA
Class Year: 2017
Major: Criminal Justice Management
Twitter Handle: @cagsys
Fun Fact: Field Hockey Goalie.
Why you love Nichols: The small community is great.

 

Name: Thais Valadares
Hometown: Marlborough, MA
Class Year: 2017
Major: Criminal Justice Management
Twitter Handle: @_thaisv
Fun Fact: I was born in Brazil.
Why you love Nichols: It’s such a close community. You form bonds with teammates, classmates and even teachers. Someone always has your back!

 

Name: Daniel Bufis
Hometown: Linden, NJ
Class Year: 2016
Major: Sport Management
Twitter Handle: @Booo_FFiiss
Fun Fact: I eat many kinds of foods.
Why you love Nichols: I love Nichols because of the small community, business environment, and the athletics.

 

Name: Irving Eggleston Jr.
Hometown: Norwich, CT
Class Year: 2016
Major: Accounting & Sport Management
Twitter Handle: @RisingStar2016
Fun Fact: I hate chocolate.
Why you love Nichols: I love the small campus and the personal relationships with the faculty.