During Summer Orientation you will be advised prior to selecting and registering for your fall courses. It is important to get a head start by becoming familiar with our requirements and processes.

Visit the Registration at a Glance website and follow the steps to obtain your username and password. Be sure to write down your username and password and bring it with you to Orientation

Get familiar with our GE requirements by reviewing the Advising website Start to review lower division GE course descriptions to get an idea of courses that interest you If you have a major, get acquainted with the course offerings and requirements. If you don't have a major, start exploring. Major information is available in the Course Catalog.

Don't forget to bring with you:

Your SSU username and password - you'll need it to register for classes
Your Social Security Number - if a problem arises with your username and ID, you'll need your SSN
A photo ID
AP and Placement (EPT/ELM) exam scores
Any prior college course transcripts
Proof of enrollment for any college course you are currently taking
If you're attending a 2-day session, download and complete the Campus Rec Waiver form. If you are under the age of 18 you MUST have a parent or guardian sign on your behalf. The evening program includes activities in the Recreation Center and this form is mandatory.

What you'll need to bring for your overnight stay (students attending a 2-day session):

SSU will provide bed linens and towels. You'll need to bring your personal toiletries and a positive attitude and a readiness to meet new people and have a good time

What not to bring:

Orientation is a substance free program. Possession of alcohol and/or other drugs will result in campus disciplinary action

Arriving and checking in

2-Day Sessions

Check in begins at 11am at the Vineyard (see campus map)
Please arrive no later than 12:30pm
Parking permits will be provided at the check in tables

1-Day Sessions

Check in begins at 7:30am in front of Person Theater (see campus map)
Please arrive no later than 8am
Free parking is available on Lot F (no need for a parking permit)

Placement Exams:

If you are not exempt from the EPT/ELM and SSU has not received your placement scores, you may not sign up for your English/math class(es) during course registration at Orientation. If SSU receives your placement scores by second registration, you will be able to register for those classes at that time.
If you are a music major: Incoming Music Majors will be given diagnostic placement tests in music theory, ear training and piano proficiency at 3:30pm on Day One. The location will be announced at the School of Arts and Humanities 3pm meeting.
Students who will take chemistry their first semester: In order to ensure students enroll into the correct first-year chemistry course the chemistry department administers a diagnostic placement exam. Based on your score results, the department will indicate the appropriate first year course for you to take. The chemistry placement exam will be offered prior to Summer Orientation on June 23rd and June 26th at 10 am. More information on the placement test and the registration form can be found on the chemistry department homepage at http://www.sonoma.edu/chemistry/. If you have any further questions, please contact the department of chemistry at chemdept@sonoma.edu.
- Chemistry placement exam registration will open on June 13, 2008. To enter the registration site, you will need to use the following login and password:
  - Login: chemtest
  - Password: molecule