1:00 p.m.
Check-In for Residential Students
Lombardo Welcome Center
Check in with Gateway Scholars Program staff in the Lombardo Welcome Center.
GSP Extended Orientation
SundayAugust 16, 2026 · Welcome and Belonging
1:30–3:30 p.m.
Move-In for Residential Students
Residence halls
Check in at the lobby of your residence hall and move your personal belongings into your room.
3:00 p.m.
Check-In for Commuter Students
Lombardo Welcome Center
Check in with Gateway Scholars Program staff in the Lombardo Welcome Center.
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Welcome
Lombardo Welcome Center
Receive a welcome from program staff, review expectations for participants, and preview the extended orientation schedule.
4:30–5:00 p.m.
Dinner
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Dinner is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
5:00–6:00 p.m.
GSP Great Belonging
Lombardo Welcome Center
Get to know your peer mentors and fellow Gateway Scholars Program students.
6:00 p.m.
Whole-Group Meeting
McComsey Hall, Myers Auditorium
Review Monday’s schedule and D2L information before dismissal for the evening.
After 6:45 p.m.
Evening Preparation and Free Time
Gateway Scholars Program students have the evening free.
MondayAugust 17, 2026 · Foundation for Success
Theme
Building Your Foundation
Takeaway: “Success begins with knowing your resources.”
8:00–8:50 a.m.
Breakfast
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Breakfast is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students and staff.
9:00–9:45 a.m.
Morning Rise and Thrive Session
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Review the day’s activities and prepare for the sessions ahead.
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Attend one session during this time. You will attend the other session during the next time block.
11:00 a.m.–Noon
Switch sessions so you complete the presentation you did not attend at 10:00 a.m.
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
1:15–2:15 p.m.
Leadership for Student Success
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Develop practical strategies for leadership, confidence, academic achievement, personal growth, and success on campus and beyond.
2:15–3:15 p.m.
Foundations for College Success
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Explore time management, study skills, goal setting, and campus support services that can help you thrive throughout college.
3:15–4:15 p.m.
Learning Services
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Receive an overview of the academic resources available through Learning Services.
4:00–6:00 p.m.
Team-Building Activity
Participate in an activity designed to help students get to know one another and socialize.
6:00 p.m.
Free Time and Evening Preparation
Gateway Scholars Program students have the evening free.
TuesdayAugust 18, 2026 · Connections for Success
Theme
Finding Your Community
Takeaway: “Success grows through connection.”
8:00–8:50 a.m.
Breakfast
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Breakfast is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
9:00–10:00 a.m.
Two sessions take place at the same time. Follow the assignment provided by Gateway Scholars Program staff.
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Center for Intercultural Engagement
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Learn how the Center for Intercultural Engagement builds an inclusive campus community through programs, resources, cultural celebrations, and opportunities for connection.
11:00 a.m.–Noon
Financial Aid Presentation
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Review financial aid deadlines, available resources, and strategies for understanding and managing your financial responsibilities.
12:15–1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Lunch is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
1:15–2:15 p.m.
Leadership for Student Success
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Develop practical strategies for leadership, confidence, academic achievement, personal growth, and success on campus and beyond.
2:15–5:00 p.m.
Team-Building Activity
Campus Recreation
Participate in an activity designed to help students get to know one another and socialize.
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Dinner
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Dinner is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
After 6:00 p.m.
Evening Preparation and Free Time
Gateway Scholars Program students have the evening free.
WednesdayAugust 19, 2026 · Strategies for Success
Theme
Developing Skills to Thrive
Takeaway: “Success is built through intentional habits.”
8:00–8:50 a.m.
Breakfast
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Breakfast is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
9:00–10:00 a.m.
Morning Rise and Thrive Session
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Participate in a morning icebreaker with your peer mentors, discuss course schedules, and hear from a guest speaker.
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Campus Scavenger Hunt with a Twist
Throughout campus
Work with your peer-mentor group to locate the buildings and classrooms where your courses will take place.
11:00 a.m.–Noon
Student Affairs and the Compassion Fund
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Learn how students can use the Compassion Fund to address basic needs and tour the campus HUB.
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Lunch is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
1:15–2:15 p.m.
Leadership for Student Success
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Develop practical strategies for leadership, confidence, academic achievement, personal growth, and success on campus and beyond.
2:15–3:15 p.m.
Career Services and CAMP Program
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Learn about Career Services and the CAMP program.
3:15–4:15 p.m.
Academic Session
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Review the knowledge, resources, academic expectations, and strategies needed to navigate your first semester successfully.
4:15–5:15 p.m.
Mentor-Group Activity
Throughout campus
Participate in a team-building activity facilitated by your peer mentor.
5:15–6:00 p.m.
Dinner
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Dinner is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
After 6:00 p.m.
Evening Preparation and Free Time
Gateway Scholars Program students have the evening free.
ThursdayAugust 20, 2026 · Transitioning into Success
Theme
Ready to Launch
Takeaway: “You belong here, and you’re ready to succeed.”
8:00–8:50 a.m.
Breakfast
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Breakfast is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
9:00–9:45 a.m.
GSP Extended Orientation Is Finished... Now What?
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Review Gateway Scholars Program expectations for the fall semester and prepare for the next stage of your experience.
10:00–10:45 a.m.
Overview of Starfish
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Learn how to use Starfish and how to schedule your first success-coach session.
11:00 a.m.–Noon
Transitioning into a Successful Semester
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Explore strategies for adjusting to college life, managing responsibilities, building healthy habits, and connecting with resources that support academic and personal success.
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Gordinier Hall, The Upper Deck
Lunch is available for all Gateway Scholars Program students.
1:15–2:15 p.m.
Leadership for Student Success
Caputo Hall, Room 210
Develop practical strategies for leadership, confidence, academic achievement, personal growth, and success on campus and beyond.
2:15–3:15 p.m.
GSP Wrap-Up and EPPIIC Weekend
Caputo Hall, Room 210