Athens Undergraduate
Bobcat Student Orientation
Overnight Lodging
Housing and Residence Life is available to assist with all needs associated with the overnight stay. Duty phone numbers are posted on the entrances to the residence halls.
What to Bring
- Photo ID (needed for check-in)
- Laptop or tablet for course registration (if possible)
- Limited computers available on-site — bringing your own device speeds up registration
- Borrow a device if needed; smartphones are not recommended for registration
- Don’t forget chargers
- Items for the Overnight Stay
- Linens are not provided — bring towels, pillows, and Twin XL sheets/blankets (or a sleeping bag)
- Linens will be available if traveling from out-of-state or if forgotten
- Bring toiletries, hygiene items, and medications
- Residence hall has community bathrooms
- Optional: snacks, board games, or cards for evening programming
- Weather & comfort items
- Umbrella
- Comfortable shoes
- Light jacket (indoor spaces may be cold)
- Unofficial college transcripts and test scores
- Optional — useful if official documents have not yet been processed
- Refillable water bottle
- Most campus fountains have bottle‑filling stations
- Items for the Overnight Stay (1.5‑day summer programs only)
- Linens are provided:
- 2 flat sheets
- 1 blanket
- 1 pillow + pillowcase
- 1 body towel
- 1 hand towel
- 1 washcloth
- Guests may bring additional items for comfort
- Bring toiletries, personal hygiene items, and medications
- Residence hall is traditional style with community bathrooms
- Linens are provided:
- Weather & comfort items
- Umbrella
- Comfortable shoes
- Light jacket (indoor spaces may be cold in summer)
- Refillable water bottle
- Most campus fountains have bottle‑filling stations
- You’ll be traveling around campus frequently — stay hydrated
- Photo ID (needed for check-in)
- Laptop or tablet for course registration (if possible)
- Limited computers are available during registration
- Bring a device with internet access if possible (laptop, iPad, tablet)
- Smartphones are difficult to use for registration — not recommended
- Don’t forget device chargers
- Weather & comfort items
- Umbrella
- Comfortable shoes
- Light jacket (indoor spaces may be cold in summer)
- You’ll be traveling around campus, so be prepared for weather
- Unofficial college transcripts and test scores
- Optional — helpful if official documents are not yet processed
- Refillable water bottle
- Most fountains are bottle‑filling stations
- You’ll be moving around campus frequently — stay hydrated
Residence Halls used for BSO Overnight Lodging
Students
Guests
Placement Information
An important part of preparing for your orientation program is taking placement tests. The tests you need to take are determined by your selected major. Placement tests are necessary to make sure you enroll in the appropriate first course in certain subject areas for the first semester in your major.
Placement tests must be completed before your scheduled orientation program, and the available tests are as follows: Chemistry, Computer Science, Language, and Music Theory.
Placement tests must be completed before your scheduled orientation program, and the available tests are as follows: Chemistry, Computer Science, Language, and Music Theory.
Contact the BSO Team
Please reach out to the BSO Team if you have any inquiries regarding your program, schedule, fees, or if you require general assistance. You can use the contact information below or for in-person programs, connect with us by finding a staff member wearing a green polo.
Visit the Resource Fair at BSO
More than 40 campus programs, services, and select off-campus groups will host tables for students and guests to explore available resources. We strongly encourage participants to attend!
Time for 1.5-Day First Year Programs
Time for 1.5-Day First Year Programs
- Day 1 Only: 10:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. in Baker Ballroom
- Dates:
- May 27th
- June 1, 3, 5, 9, 11, 15, 17, 22, 24, 26, 30th
- July 6th
- 8:00 A.M. - 9:15 A.M. in the Baker University Center Ballroom
- Dates:
- May 29th
- July 2nd
Contact the BSO Team
Please reach out to the BSO Team if you have any inquiries regarding your program, schedule, fees, or if you require general assistance. You can use the contact information below or for in-person programs, connect with us by finding a staff member wearing a green polo.
What’s Next
- Welcome WeekAs you begin your journey as a Bobcat, you'll be welcomed with events that will help you get connected, feel supported, and prepare you for a successful start at OHIO! This slate of events will introduce you to faculty, staff, and many of the resources available within the Ohio University and Athens communities.
- Move-In InformationLiving on campus? Learn all you need to know about move-in!
- Register for Accommodations
Contact the BSO Team
Please reach out to the BSO Team if you have any inquiries regarding your program, schedule, fees, or if you require general assistance.
Parent and Family Resources
- Office of New Student and Family Programs Webpagehttps://www.ohio.edu/student-affairs/new-student-family-programs
- Parent Webpagehttps://www.ohio.edu/student-affairs/family
- Bobcat Family Councilhttps://www.ohio.edu/student-affairs/parents/family-council
- Sign up for our family newsletter
- Follow our Facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/OHIOBobcatFamilies