Spring Orientation - Truman State University

For freshman and transfer students starting in the spring

January Spring Orientation

Welcome to the Truman Family! We are excited to welcome you to campus this January for the start of the Spring 2025 semester. Orientation for new students, including both first-year and transfer students, is designed to help you transition into the Truman community.

Orientation Overview

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Prior to Orientation, students will be contacted by an academic advisor from the Center for Academic Excellence to enroll in courses. Prior to enrolling, students must complete their pre-Orientation materials. Students and families will receive a personalized Orientation schedule upon arrival.

Schedule

Check-In and Move-In
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In Missouri Hall Lobby

Lunch
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
In Ryle Hall or Local Dining Options

Drop-in Q&A Sessions
1:30 - 3:00
In the Kirk Building

Welcome Presentation and Orientation Programming
3:00 - 5:30 p.m.
In Kirk Forum

Dinner
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
In Ryle Hall, meal passes provided at check-in

Details

Check-In

Obtain ID from Residential Life Office

Drop-in Q&A Session Groups

Center for Academic Excellence advisors are available to meet for course schedule questions.
Financial Aid Office available for 1:1 conversations with students and families.
Information Technology Services (ITS) available for assistance with technology questions, such as TruView, email, and DUO access.

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Accommodations

If you or one of your guests need accommodations due to medical conditions, deafness or hearing loss, or religious observances, please notify us at (660) 785-4114 or visit@truman.edu so we can best support you during your visit.

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Move-In Date

Maps & Directions

Living in Kirksville

Contact Admissions

Are you in the right place?

I'm starting in the Fall (freshman)

We have an Orientation designed just for you:

June Orientation

I'm starting in the Fall (transfer)

We have an Orientation designed just for you:

August Orientation

I'm an International Student

We have an Orientation designed just for you:

International Orientation

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