Learning Outcomes – New Student Orientation for Students:

• Meaningful connections with at least one faculty member
• An identity with one academic division or program
• Meaningful connections with at least one peer group
• Increased level of commitment to Reinhardt
• Increased awareness of academic and student life resources

Learning Outcomes – New Student Orientation for Parents and Guests:

• Understand the academic and social expectations of their students at Reinhardt University
• Contribute to their student’s success and support their education by becoming involved at Reinhardt University
• Develop a connection to the Reinhardt community through interacting with fellow parents, administration, faculty, staff, and student leaders
• Become aware of campus resources, services and programs
• Inform parents and guests about the history, traditions, campus cultures, and engagement opportunities to facilitate identification with and integration into the institution

Learning Outcomes - Orientation Leaders

• Demonstrate knowledge on how to appropriately access campus information and resources, especially those that ease new student transitions and effectively communicate this information to NSO participants
• Develop positive relationships with program participants, peers, faculty, and staff in order to establish a safe, inclusive and supportive community
• Develop an understanding of the transitions and changes associated with the collegiate experience and an ability to convey that information to new students and their family members
• Develop problem solving, conflict management, and organizational skills in relation to effectively managing events and interpersonal issues
• Gain an understanding and appreciation of Reinhardt University’s history and traditions and portray spirit and pride in Reinhardt to program participants