New students (freshmen, transfers & readmits) complete a 3-step Orientation process prior to enrolling at UVA Wise:

1. Information modules (online, self-paced)
2. Advising & Registration (zoom, by appointment)
3. @ Wise Day (in-person for student & up to 2 guests)

Signup invitation emails are sent to the personal email of all confirmed students.  After signup, all information is sent ONLY to the UVA Wise email, so be sure to check if often and regularly.

Learn more about the Orientation process at www.uvawise.edu/orientation . If you have any additional questions, contact the Office of Student Engagement (OSE) at OSE@uvawise.edu or by calling 276-328-0313 or 0216.

All new UVA Wise freshmen (residential & commuter) will participate in Expedition on Sunday before classes begin each fall.  This students-only event provides a full-day of interaction and fun to give you additional timely information for a successful start to your first semester at UVA Wise.  You will participate as a team of fellow students led by an upperclass Expedition Leader (EL).

Learn more about Expedition and other start of the semester events at www.uvawise.edu/welcome-week.

After the start of each fall semester, be sure to watch your UVA Wise email for more information about First-Year Fridays!  Held each Friday for the first six weeks of the fall semester, OSE will provide you with essential resources and giveaways right when you need them. 

While FY Fridays are specifically planned for freshmen, they are actually open to all UVA Wise students! 😀