NSO Schedule
The NSO schedule takes inspiration from the Block Plan and will give you a taste of a "typical" class day; required sessions are offered each morning and the rest of the day is open for you to get connected to campus resources and peers, relax in your room, or walk around campus.
Participation in NSO is a requirement of matriculation for all new and incoming Colorado College students, including those who participate in other early arrival programs.
Schedule Key:
- (Required Session)*: participation in NSO is a requirement of matriculation to Colorado College. Sessions marked with an (Required Session)* make up the required program components. Upon completion of these sessions, all students will complete an attendance quiz or in-person attendance will be taken.
- All New Students: includes first-years, transfers, and exchange students. Unless otherwise indicated, all new students are expected to attend required sessions and require components. When programs or events are for specific sub-populations, that will be indicated in both the title of the event and the event description.
Optional: You have the option to participate in these sessions. All evening social events are optional.
2024 New Student Orientation Schedule
7:45 am – 1:00 pm, Orientation Check-in for Students & Families, NSO Tent on Tava Quad [rain location: Armstrong Hall Lobby]
8:00 am – 12:00 pm, New Student Move-in, Residence Halls Around Campus
After you have checked in for NSO, you can then proceed to your residence hall for move-in or Big 3 front desk. At your residence hall, staff will be available to facilitate the move-in process, during which you will receive your room key.
The residence halls will open promptly at 8 a.m. for move-in. Please do not attempt to access the halls in advance. Thank you! During move-in, you will have help; there will be Resident Assistants, move-in staff, and professional staff.
8:00 am – 1:00 pm, Taking Care of Business
Various offices will be open for you to stop in and take care of business.
- Mailroom, 7:30 am - 5 pm, Yalich Student Services, 819 N Tejon
- Mail information for new students: Welcome incoming students - Colorado College
- Bookstore, 8 am - 5 pm, Yalich Student Services, 819 N Tejon
- Student Accounts, 8:30 am - 5 pm, Spencer Center, Room 116, 830 N Tejon
- Financial Aid 8 am - 1 pm, Spencer Center, Room 134, 830 N Tejon
- Housing, 8:30 am - 5 pm, Bemis Hall, Room 139, 920 N. Cascade Ave.
- Students should connect with staff at residence halls first for questions pertaining to Housing!
11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Welcome Luncheon, in the Move-In Tent on Tava Quad
Students and families are invited to enjoy a free lunch and meet other incoming students and families. Staff members will also be on hand to answer general questions and provide directions. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni and Family Relations.
1:30 – 2:00 pm, NSO College Welcome*, Robson Arena (849 N Tejon)
NSO officially kicks off with a welcome for all students, parents and guests. This session is required for students.
2:00 – 5:00 pm, Family & Guest Programming, Cornerstone Arts Center and Ed Robson Arena
Parent/Family Orientation programming is designed to help you connect with other CC families, as well as learn about the many resources and programs available at CC to help support your student’s success. Parent orientation guests will receive a printed schedule at check-in. Learn more here!
Sponsored by the Office of Alumni and Family Relations.
- 2:00-3:30 pm | Resource Fair and Regional Connections (Ed Robson Arena)
Connect with CC representatives from over 30 offices and programs to ask questions and learn more. There will also be a space to connect with other incoming families from your home region.
- 3:00-5:00 pm | Various Optional Breakout Sessions by Topic (Cornerstone, various rooms)
Parents of student athletes are asked to attend a full one-hour breakout session with VP/ Director of Athletics, Lesley Irvine. (Celeste Theatre)
2:15 – 3:15 pm, First Priddy Meetings*, Tava Quad
Meet with your NSO Priddy Experience leaders and fellow trippees to learn about the week ahead and get to know each other! This session is required for students.
3:30 – 5:30 pm, Student Welcome & Required Student Session Block*, Armstrong Hall, Kathryn Mohrman Theater
The Orientation required content sessions are intended to give you opportunities to learn about campus resources and important aspects of college life in large groups as well as the opportunity to dive deeper into these topics through small group discussions. Today's topics are: Civil Rights, Title IX, and Sexual Assault Prevention. This session is required for students.
Introduction to and Understanding the Role of CC’s Office for Civil Rights and Title IX: The Office for Civil Rights and Title IX is a resource available to all members of the Colorado College community for addressing incidents of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. In this presentation you will be introduced to the staff working in the Office and learn about the work that we do to prevent and end discrimination and harassment on our campus
Our Community Approach to Sexual Violence Prevention and Response: Sexual violence prevention and response is a CC community issue - all of CC's community members deserve learn, teach, and live in an environment free from sexual violence. This presentation will provide a foundational understanding of the connection between sexual violence, power, and oppression, the importance of consent and healthy boundaries, and support resources available to you on campus.
5:00 – 8:45 pm, Dinner Break, Errands, and Optional Gathering
However you use this time, it is important to note that students should be back on campus by 8:45 pm at the latest to be on time for the required hall meetings.
5:00 – 7:45 pm, Dinner, On Your Own or at Rastall Café, Worner Campus Center, Main Level
Enjoy dinner at Rastall or check out a local restaurant; for dinner in Rastall, show your wristband for entry. At check-in, we will also have suggestions for local CC favorite eateries close to campus.
7:00 – 8:45 pm, Sweet Send-Offs, NSO Tent on Tava Quad [rain location: Worner Center Lobby]
Students and their families/guests are invited to drop in for an evening sweet treat, meet other students and families, say your final goodbyes, and share your words of wisdom; this concludes the Family Orientation Program. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni and Family Relations.
9:00 - 10:00 pm, Required Community Meetings*, Big 3 Residence Hall Lobby
This required meeting will introduce you to your RA staff, fellow hall residents, and community expectations. Students living outside of the Big 3 halls should attend the community meeting at their assigned front desk.
~10:00 pm, Evening Hall Socials, Big 3 Residence Hall Lobby (optional)
Get to know your new neighbors and your hall through this building-wide social activity.
7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
9:00 am – 10:30 am, Transitioning to CC: Your Academic Resources: Required Session*, Kathryn Mohrman Theater, Armstrong Hall, Main Level
10:30 am - 12:00 pm, First Year Program (FYP) Class Meetings in your FYP Classroom: Required Session*
Noon – 1:30 pm, Lunch Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
1:00 – 4:00 pm, Educational Sessions, Tours, and Activities*, Around Campus
| Time | Session Title | Description | Location |
| 1-1:50pm |
Ed Session: Ways to Engage During & Between Blocks |
Join the Office of Campus Activities, The Center for Civic Engagement and Outdoor Programs as we detail how to get involved on-campus during blocks and on block breaks! | Gates Common Room - Palmer Hall 2nd Floor |
| 1-1:50pm |
Ed Session: Finding Your Community |
Join The Butler Center, The Chaplain's Office and the Office of Campus Activities to learn how to navigating finding your community at CC! | Student Event Space - Worner Basement |
| 1-1:50pm |
Ed Session: The College Budget - Where your Tuition Dollars Go |
Two co-chairs of the Campus Budget Committee will present details of CC's budget process and current financial status. This includes history of how we successfully survived the pandemic, the context of today's financial situation in higher education, and the potential challenges ahead. |
Gaylord Hall |
| 1-1:50pm |
Tour: Fitness Center Tour |
Take a tour of CC's Adam F. Press Fitness Center! |
Adam F. Press Fitness Center Desk |
| 1-1:50pm |
Tour: Tutt Library Tour |
Take a tour of CC's Tutt Library! |
Tutt Library Lobby |
| 2-2:50pm |
Ed Session: Finding Help When You Need It |
Join the Care Team, Advising Hub and the Pantry Exchange to learn about the various helping resources that are available to all CC students! |
Student Event Space - Worner Basement |
| 2-2:50pm |
Ed Session: Fitness, Wellness & Safety |
Join the Fitness Center, the Wellness Resource Center and Campus Safety to learn about how to take care of your physical self and all the resources available to students in this area! |
Gates Common Room - Palmer Hall 2nd Floor |
| 2-2:50pm |
Ed Session: CC Jobs & Navigating Finances |
Join Student Employment, Student Accounts and Financial Aid to learn all about student jobs on campus and how to navigate your finances at CC! |
Gaylord Hall |
| 2-2:50pm |
Activity: Meditation |
Join the Chaplain for a restorative meditation practice in our beautiful Shove Chapel. |
Shove Chapel |
| 3-3:50pm |
Ed Session: Guide to Living & Eating on Campus |
Join Residential Experience and Dining Service Bon Appetit to learn about the various dining options at CC and the must-knows of living on campus. |
Student Event Space - Worner Basement |
| 3-3:50pm |
Ed Session: Taking Care of Yourself Mentally, Emotionally & Spiritually |
Join the Chaplain's Office, Counseling Services and the Care Team to learn about all the resources students have available to ensure their mental, emotional and spiritual health thrives at CC. |
Gaylord Hall |
| 3-3:50pm |
Ed Session: Enhancing your Academic Experience |
Join the Advising Hub, Study Abroad and Accessibility Resources to learn about all the ways in which you can elevate your academic journey and the resources CC has to help on your scholarly quest! |
Gates Common Room - Palmer Hall 2nd Floor |
| 1-4pm |
Activity: Career Center Open House |
Visit the Career Center for an interactive Open House! Free Ice Cream will be provided. |
Morreale House - No registration required |
4:00 - 5:00 pm, Wellness and Recharge Hour
5:00 – 6:30 pm, Dinner Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings* (all Priddy meetings/rotations are required sessions)
Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community. Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet.
8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events and Affinity Group Meet and Greets
Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. We will also have intentional time for specific groups of new students to meet and interact with various offices on campus.
7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
9:00 am – 11:00 am, Building an Inclusive Campus Community: Required Session*, Kathryn Mohrman Theater, Armstrong Hall, Main Level
Colorado College is committed to building an environment where all of its members can be challenged and supported, teach and learn, and contribute as full members of the community. We believe that in order to do this we must build our capacity to engage within, about and across difference. The Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington will lead us for an engaging conversation about what it takes to make CC a more inclusive campus community.
11:00 - 11:30 am, Class Photo*, Washburn Field
12:00 – 12:45 pm, Required Session for Student Athletes*, Kathryn Mohrman, Armstrong Hall
Required session for first year student-athletes. Athletics administrative staff will introduce themselves, educate student-athletes about available resources, create a foundation for Championship Culture, and share details about student-athlete handbook.
Noon– 1:00 pm, Lunch Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
1:00 – 4:00 pm, Workshops, Tours and Activities*, Around Campus
| Time | Session Title | Description | Location |
| 1-1:50pm |
Ed Session: Ways to Engage During & Between Blocks |
Join the Office of Campus Activities, The Center for Civic Engagement and Outdoor Programs as we detail how to get involved on-campus during blocks and on block breaks! | Student Event Space - Worner Basement |
| 1-1:50pm |
Ed Session: CC Student Jobs & Navigating Finances |
Join Student Employment, Student Accounts and Financial Aid to learn all about student jobs on campus and how to navigate your finances at CC! | Gates Common Room - Palmer Hall 2nd Floor |
| 1-1:50pm |
Ed Session: Taking Care of Yourself Mentally, Emotionally & Spiritually |
Join the Chaplain's Office, Counseling Services and the Care Team to learn about all the resources students have available to ensure their mental, emotional and spiritual health thrives at CC. |
Gaylord Hall |
| 2-2:50pm |
Ed Session: Finding Help When You Need It |
Join the Care Team, Advising Hub and the Pantry Exchange to learn about the various helping resources that are available to all CC students! |
Gates Common Room - Palmer Hall 2nd Floor |
| 2-2:50pm |
Ed Session: Finding Your Community |
Join The Butler Center, The Chaplain's Office and the Office of Campus Activities to learn how to navigate finding your community at CC! |
Student Event Space - Worner Basement |
| 2-2:50pm |
Ed Session: Guide to Living & Eating on Campus |
Join Residential Experience and Dining Service Bon Appetit to learn about the various dining options at CC and the must-knows of living on campus. |
Gaylord Hall |
| 2-2:50pm |
Tour: Tutt Library Tour |
Take a tour of CC's Tutt Library! |
Tutt Library Lobby |
| 2-2:50pm |
Tour: Fitness Center Tour |
Take a tour of CC's Adam F. Press Fitness Center! |
Adam F. Press Fitness Center Desk |
| 3-3:50pm |
Ed Session: The College Budget - Where Your Tuition Dollars Go |
Two co-chairs of the Campus Budget Committee will present details of CC's budget process and current financial status. This includes history of how we successfully survived the pandemic, the context of today's financial situation in higher education, and the potential challenges ahead. |
Gaylord Hall |
| 3-3:50pm |
Ed Session: Fitness, Wellness & Safety |
Join the Fitness Center, the Wellness Resource Center and Campus Safety to learn about how to take care of your physical self and all the resources available to students in this area! |
Student Event Space - Worner Basement |
| 3-3:50pm |
Ed Session: Enhancing your Academic Experience |
Join the Advising Hub, Study Abroad and Accessibility Resources to learn about all the ways in which you can elevate your academic journey and the resources CC has to help on your scholarly quest! |
Gates Common Room - Palmer Hall 2nd Floor |
| 3-3:50pm |
Activity: Tiger Spirit |
Join Athletics in your first introduction to what it means to have Tiger Spirit! |
Reid Arena |
| 3-3:50pm |
Activity: Bike Ride |
Join the Center for Civic Engagement and the Office of Sustainability for a bike ride around downtown. | SE corner of Worner Center |
| 3-3:50pm |
Activity: Meditation |
Join the Chaplain for a restorative meditation practice in our beautiful Shove Chapel. | Shove Chapel |
| 12-5pm |
Activity: Academic Advising Pop-Up |
Visit The Advising Hub on the Worner Quad anytime between 12-5pm for pop-up advising. Look for the tent! Stop by with questions about your course schedule, navigating CC, and to meet your Hub Advisor. | Worner Quad - no registration needed |
5:00 – 6:30 pm, Dinner Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*
Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community. Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet.
8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events and Affinity Group Meet and Greets
Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. We will also have intentional time for specific groups of new students to meet and interact with various offices on campus.
**Want to Attend the NSO Social: Ice Cream Walk with the CCE? Register HERE (15 spots max).
7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Wellness and Building a Sense of Place (Required Session)*, Kathryn Mohrman Theater, Armstrong Hall, Main Level
First, test your knowledge about wellness topics, learn about campus resources, and compete to win prizes. Brought to you by the Wellness Resource Center.
Then, the Building a Sense of Place program aims to cultivate a sense of place and connection to Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region by deepening your knowledge of local communities, issues, and ecosystems. Hear from local community leaders about the opportunities and challenges currently facing Colorado Springs. Sponsored by the Collaborative for Community Engagement.
12:00 – 1:00 pm, Lunch Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
1:00 – 5:00 pm, Priddy Experience Rotations (All Priddy meetings/rotations are required sessions)
Students will have the opportunity to participate in five Priddy Rotations, three of which are required and will be with their assigned groups and two of which are optional activities. The three required rotations are Service (volunteering with a local organization), Outdoor (connecting with nature through a group hike), and Local (exploring the rich cultural landscape of the Springs). The remaining two rotations are Optional (which may include outdoor activities, on-campus and off-campus explorations and games, artistic or life skills workshops, and more).
5:00 – 6:30 pm, Wellness, Recharge, and Eat Dinner, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*
Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community. Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet.
8:00 – 10:00 pm, Optional Evening Social Events and Affinity Group Meet and Greets
Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun. We will also have intentional time for specific groups of new students to meet and interact with various offices on campus.
7:30 – 8:45 am, Breakfast Break, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Priddy Experience Rotations*
Students will have the opportunity to participate in five Priddy Rotations, three of which are required and will be with their assigned groups and two of which are optional activities. The three required rotations are Service (volunteering with a local organization), Outdoor (connecting with nature through a group hike), and Local (exploring the rich cultural landscape of the Springs). The remaining two rotations are Optional (which may include outdoor activities, on-campus and off-campus explorations and games, artistic or life skills workshops, and more).
5:00 – 6:30 pm, Wellness, Recharge, and Eat Dinner, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
6:30 – 8:00 pm, Priddy Meetings*
Each day of NSO, you will meet with your Priddy group to discuss the required sessions, debrief the day, share out about your afternoon sessions, prepare for your time away from campus, and continue to build community. Your Priddy/NSO leader will instruct you where to meet.
8:00 – 10:30 pm, Optional Evening Social Events
Every night of NSO we will have a variety of social activities to help you build community and have fun.
8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Local Priddy Experience Rotations*
Students will have the opportunity to participate in five Priddy Rotations, three of which are required and will be with their assigned groups and two of which are optional activities. The three required rotations are Service (volunteering with a local organization), Outdoor (connecting with nature through a group hike), and Local (exploring the rich cultural landscape of the Springs). The remaining two rotations are Optional (which may include outdoor activities, on-campus and off-campus explorations and games, artistic or life skills workshops, and more).
5:00 - 6:00 pm, NSO Wrap Up, North Palmer Quad (Tutt Circle)
Students will come together for a meaningful and fun culmination to their orientation program. First in their small groups for a final Priddy Meeting and then reconvening as one large group to create a large scale chalk sidewalk mural and participating in the "Splash Party", an impromptu water balloon event!
6:00 – 8:00 pm, Wellness, Recharge, and Eat Dinner, Rastall Cafe, Worner Campus Center
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