CHE New Student Orientation

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New Student Orientation

Fall 2025

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Welcome

As the fall semester draws near, the faculty and staff of the Department of Counseling and Higher Education (CHE) are excitedly preparing to welcome you to campus. We look forward to meeting each of you in person and beginning this new chapter together. A heartfelt special welcome goes out to our international students joining us this year—we are honored to have you as part of our community.

 

Orientation Details

Event Information

• Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025
• Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Orientation), followed by a potluck
• Location: Buzzard Hall Auditorium, Room 1501

Event Description

This mandatory orientation will be an excellent opportunity for you to meet your peers, faculty, and staff, and to get acquainted with the resources and community that CHE offers.

Schedule of Events

•  2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Check-In
•  3:00 PM - 3:10 PM: Welcome and Meet the Faculty
•  3:10 PM - 3:40 PM: Overview of Resources and Services
•  3:40 PM - 4:00 PM: Orientation to CHE
•  4:00 PM - 5:00PM: Program Level Q&A Session
•  5:00 PM onwards: Potluck - Enjoy a meal with your new community!

Campus Map (online) (PDF)

FAQs

Q: What should I bring to the orientation?

A: Carry a notebook and pen for taking notes during the orientation sessions.

Q: Is the orientation mandatory?

A: Yes, the orientation is mandatory for all new students.

Q: Can family members attend the orientation?

A: Unfortunately, the orientation is for students only, but there will be other events throughout the semester that family members can attend.

Q: What should I wear?

A: The dress code is smart casual to business casual.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us:

• Email: che@eiu.edu 
• Phone: 217-581-2400
• Office Location: Room 2102 Buzzard Hall

Resources for New Students

• Dining: https://www.eiu.edu/dining/
• Transportation: https://www.eiu.edu/stuaff/transportation.php 
• Health Services: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/ 
• Counseling Services: https://www.eiu.edu/counsctr/

International Students Orientation

International Student Orientation

Stay Tuned!

Please stay tuned for more details as the date approaches. We are excited to see you all in the fall and to welcome you into our CHE family. We hope your transition plans are going smoothly, and we look forward to seeing you at the orientation.