New Student Orientation

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Dear New Student,

Welcome to the "Unsinkable" Albany State University (ASU)!  We recognize and value your decision to attend ASU.  Whether the decision was based on our nationally recognized academic programs, or vibrant campus life, our proud athletic tradition, our rich legacy in this region, or your connection with members of our illustrious alumni, we are honored that you have decided to become a part of the "RAMily."  Please see below the steps to start your orientation experience.

 

STEP 1

      • You are required to submit a photo for approval for your Ram ID. Please submit basic headshots (no selfies, please) against solid backgrounds.

      • Students attending New Student Orientation will receive their Ram IDs during orientation check in. Please note that only students registered for classes will receive a Ram ID card.

      • Please check your ASU email between now and March 31 for an email request from your newly assigned academic advisor to schedule your advising appointment.

      • Along with submitting your immunization requirements, your final high school transcript, and a picture of your driver's license to admissions@asurams.edu, this requirement is critical for a smooth onboarding process.
    • CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A PHOTO

STEP 2

STEP 3

 

2024 Summer/Fall NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION DATES

*ALL ASU ONLINE (100% ONLINE) STUDENTS ONLY COMPLETE STEP 1 & 2.*

FALL 2024/SPRING 2025 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION NOTICE:  

If you are an incoming Fall 2024 freshman who will be taking classes on campus, please contact asuorientation@asurams.edu by 5pm on August 2, 2024 to register for the virtual New Student Orientation Session on August 6.

After August 2, 2024, incoming freshmen will need to complete Step 2 (above) as their orientation experience.

All incoming freshmen taking on campus classes are expected to report to BCB Auditorium on Wednesday, August 14 at 9:30 a.m. to begin Ram Success Week activities.  Please monitor your email and the WHOVA app for schedule and location changes.

  

SPRING 2025 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION DATES (for incoming freshmen and transfer students will be available on October 1, 2025).

  
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NOTE:You will need your ASU email and username to access the system. If you have not set up your Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), then please click here prior to beginning Ram Ready!.  Please be sure to complete the advising survey at the end of your modules to schedule your academic advising appointment

Please monitor your ASU email regularly for updates to the orientation schedule or changes to the program.  Should you have any questions about ASU, the New Student Orientation program, or any other areas impacting your first-year success, please do not hesitate to contact us at asuorientation@asurams.edu

 

Contact Us

Andre' Joseph

Coordinator of New Student Programs

 asuorientation@asurams.edu  (229) 500-2976