In-Person Orientation: Spring 2025

An orientation leader taking a group of students on a tour of the UNL campus

Spring In-Person Orientation is an optional partial-day program from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. that takes place at the Nebraska Union, 1400 R Street. This In-Person Orientation introduces transfer and first-year students to campus facilities and resources and provides the opportunity to connect with peers.

You can include parents/family members on your In-Person Orientation reservation. A $15 fee will be applied to the student's first bill for each guest.

Spring In-Person Orientation Date

Thursday, January 16. Registration opens December 10. Students will receive a link to the In-Person Orientation reservation form via email. The reservation is not available in MyRED.

Orientation Reservation Process
In-Person Orientation Sample Schedule 

Events and times are subject to change.

Time Activity
9 a.m. Check-In and Info Fair
  • Nebraska Union (1400 R Street), 2nd floor
  • Receive your name tag and welcome bag
  • Interact with representatives from campus departments
9:30 a.m. Welcome Session

Get an overview of the day's schedule and meet the orientation leaders.
9:35 a.m. Academic Success and Support

Hear from the Center for Academic Success and Transition (CAST) about the habits of a successful student and the resources available to foster academic success.

10:10 a.m. Living Arrangements
  • Hear from University Housing if you are living on campus or
  • Attend a session for students commuting from off-campus to learn tips and tricks
10:40 a.m. Paying for College
  • Hear from Husker Hub about processes and support related to financial aid, bill payment and more.
11 a.m. "Life of a Husker" Activities (students)
  • Learn about next steps and helpful tips for being a Husker. 
Staff Panel (parents/guests)
  • Ask questions to university staff members and an orientation leader via an informal panel .
12 p.m. Lunch

Have lunch with students from your Life of a Husker group  in one of our dining centers.
12:45 p.m. Campus Walking Tour (small groups)
  • Visit some key campus locations
  • Learn about the student experience from an orientation leader
1:30 p.m. College Session
  • Opportunities
  • Expectations
  • Advising structures
  • Requirements for your admit college
2:30 p.m. End-of-day Tasks
  • NCard pickup
  • Walk-in appointments at Husker Hub
An orientation leader posing for a photo with a student
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Helpful Tips for In-Person Orientation

  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes because you'll be walking around campus for part of the day.
  • Check the weather forecast. Plan for indoor and outdoor activities and dress accordingly.
  • Plan out your travel and parking plans ahead of time.
  • No need to bring a bag—we'll provide you with a free drawstring bag at check-in.
  • Submit your NCard application (used for campus-wide student identification, authentication and access) in advance and bring a government-issued ID (typically a driver's license) to pick up your card.
  • Review the University Health Centers Power of Attorney (POA) information and bring the POA form (if applicable). Notaries will be available at the end of orientation.

Travel and Lodging Information

Find deals for our partner hotels if you're traveling to Lincoln. Residence halls are not open to orientation attendees or guests.

Lincoln airport (LNK) is closest to campus (5 miles or 10 minutes by car). It's a small airport with service via United Airlines. Taxis, car rentals and ride-share apps (Uber, Lyft) are available at LNK.

Omaha's Eppley Airfield (OMA) (65 miles or an hour by car) is larger than LNK and carries multiple airlines. OMALiNK is a licensed airport shuttle company that transports passengers from Omaha to Lincoln and surrounding areas. Contact OMALiNK for pricing information. Omaha also has car rentals and ride share (Uber, Lyft) options.

Parking Information

Spring In-Person Orientation

Free parking is provided in the city parking garages near campus. The Larsen building at 14th and Q streets is closest to the Nebraska Union, where orientation is hosted. You will receive a parking validation ticket at orientation check-in, which will cover your parking costs when you exit the garage.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is available on the southwest side of the Nebraska Union for vehicles with state-issued handicapped permits.