Transfer Orientation
May 28, 2021
New transfer students will prepare for their first semester during Belhaven’s Transfer Orientation Day. At this event, students will meet one-on-one with their academic advisers, register for the fall semester, hear from key leaders at Belhaven and more. Make plans now to join us!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Transfer Orientation?
Transfer Orientation is a time for students to meet with a faculty academic advisor to schedule classes for the fall semester and to hear from key leaders on campus to ensure your success as at transfer student.
When will it be?
The date is set for Friday, May 28, 2021. Check-in will be from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. in the Billy Kim International Center (see campus map) with the Welcome Session beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Who should attend?
All transfers, who have been accepted for admission to the university, are strongly encouraged to attend. Parents and siblings are welcomed! You and your parent will have the opportunity to hear from key campus leaders during the informative Welcome Session before registering for class.
Will lunch be provided?
Yes.
How do I register?
Do I need to pay anything before I come?
If you have not paid your enrollment deposit of $100, you must pay that amount before May 27. You can pay online with credit card (through TouchNet on your Blazenet), or mail check or money order.
Can I spend the night on campus?
Belhaven will not be providing rooms on campus to parents and students. However, there are several hotels in the area. Here are some suggestions that are near campus:
- Hyatt Place - 601-898-8815 / Ridgeland
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Jackson Fondren Medical District – 601-398-9500
- Residence Inn Jackson at District at Eastover – 601-362-8003 / 1240 Eastover Drive, Jackson
- Holiday Inn Express - 1-800-315-2621/112 Ridge Way, Flowood (near airport)
- Drury Inn - 601-956-6100 /610 East County Line Road, Ridgeland
- The Westin
- King Edward
- Bed and Breakfast options near Belhaven:
- The Fairview Inn - 734 Fairview Street- 601-948-3429
- The Old Capitol Inn- 226 N. State Street- 601-359-9000
Schedule of Events
| May 28, 2021 | |
| 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | Orientation Check-in – Billy Kim International Center During this time, students have the opportunity to get official student ID, register your vehicle. The Bookstore, Shoe Bird (coffee shop) will be open during this time. |
| 9:00 a.m. | Welcome to BU Session – Billy Kim International Center This “can’t miss” session is designed specifically for students and parents to get important information from key leaders and administrators from a variety of Belhaven divisions. |
| 10:30 a.m. | Students: Campus Connections Parents: Parent Session |
| 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Lunch – The Commons Lunch and games will be provided outside by The Commons, so feel free to eat when you’re able! You won’t meet a stranger! |
| 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Students: Advising and Registration At check-in on Friday, students will be given an assigned time and location to meet one-on-one with your faculty advisor to register for fall classes. |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Residence Hall Tours: *Tours will be offered every 30 minutes.
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| 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Come Get the Scoop! – The Commons Enjoy some ice cream while learning the different ways to get connected and involved on campus! |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | These campus departments will be open:
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The Security Office (located in Joy Lackey on the second floor of Student Center) will be open from 10:30 - 3:00 p.m. for you to make your photo for your student i.d. and get your parking decal.
The Student Financial Services Office will be open until 5 p.m.
The Bookstore will be open from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.