CAO - First-Year Student Summer Orientation (SOAR)
Dates
SOAR I: Friday, July 20 - Saturday, July 21, 2012
SOAR II: Monday, July 23 - Tuesday, July 24, 2012
SOAR III: Wednesday, July 25 - Thursday, July 26, 2012
What is SOAR?
SOAR is a required two-day, overnight orientation experience for all incoming first-year students designed to help with the transition to Augsburg College. Students will meet fellow classmates, faculty, and staff; learn about college resources and services; obtain fall semester schedules; and get a taste of life on campus.
Is SOAR required?
Yes. SOAR is required for all incoming first-year students who will be starting at Augsburg College in fall 2012.
What can students expect at SOAR?
Students will meet fellow incoming first-year and current students, explore the campus and surrounding community, get their Augsburg IDs, receive their fall semester class schedules, and obtain important information about Augsburg College resources and services.
What do students need to do before SOAR?
Students should complete their Online Course Request Form and schedule their entry-level assessment tests before attending SOAR. For questions or for more information contact Academic Advising at advising@augsburg.edu or (612) 330-1025.
How do students register for SOAR?
Registration for SOAR 2012 will be available online starting on April 1, 2012.
When and where is check-in for SOAR?
Check-in and other pre-orientation activities will take place between 8:00-9:30 a.m. on Day 1 of each SOAR session and will be located in the Christensen Center Lobby. Each SOAR session will conclude by 12:00 p.m. on Day 2.
Is the overnight component of SOAR required?
Yes. All incoming first-year students are required to stay overnight on campus during their SOAR session, regardless of their resident or commuter status.
Where will students stay during SOAR?
Students will stay overnight in Urness Hall, a first-year student residence hall. Housing is not available on campus for parents and guardians or siblings.
What should students bring to SOAR?
- Alarm clock
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Comfortable weather-appropriate clothing
- Fan
- Overnight items
- Notebook
- Towel and washcloth (bedding and linens are provided)
- Umbrella
Can parents and guardians attend SOAR?
No. But parents and guardians are invited to attend Parent SOAR, an optional orientation tailored towards the needs of parents of incoming first-year students at Augsburg College. Parent SOAR takes place concurrently with the student's SOAR session (excluding SOAR III). There is also an Evening Parent SOAR option available for parents who cannot attend a two-day session but who still want to participate in orientation. Click here for more information.
Can siblings attend SOAR?
No. Unfortunately, there is no programming available for siblings during SOAR, Parent SOAR, or Evening Parent SOAR.
Where is parking available during SOAR?
Parking is available in any designated Augsburg College parking lot free of charge. A map of parking lots on campus can be found here.
Additional questions?
For any questions or concerns regarding SOAR, please contact Campus Activities and Orientation - Orientation Programs at orientat@augsburg.edu or (612) 330-1100.
