Orientation and New Student Programs (ONSP) delivers engaging events and programming for incoming students and their families. ONSP strives to ease the transition into university life and helps students feel confident as they start their first year at Oakland. During orientation programs, students will meet new people, and learn how to make the most of the services OU offers.

International students will attend an international orientation hosted by the International Students and Scholars Office.

Your first step before scheduling your orientation is to activate your personal OU accounts.

Click on the NetID Activation page and follow each step to get set up. Your student account (NetID) is important because it serves as the gateway to accessing University information and allows you to:

• Review financial aid awards and requirements, direct deposit and billing (eBill) notifications
• Accept University scholarships (if applicable)
• Register for your orientation program (if applicable)
• Complete an application to live on campus (if applicable)
• Check your OU email (Webmail) and calendar, powered by Google
• Access student services including grades, registration for courses and transcripts

For details on what next steps you should take in your orientation experience, click the type of orientation you will be attending below. 

New Student Orientation Transfer Orientation Parent and Family Information