Transfer Orientation
May 20, 2022
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 20, 2022. Check-in will be from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with the Welcome Session beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Billy Kim International Center (see campus map).
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?
Register Online today!
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 19. 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 - Renaissance – Ridgeland
- Embassy Suites - Township– Ridgeland
- Hilton Jackson – Ridgeland/Jackson
- *Hilton Garden Inn – Madison
- Courtyard by Marriott – Madison
- The Westin Jackson – Downtown Jackson
- Hilton Garden Inn - Historic King Edward Hotel – Downtown Jackson
- *Residence Inn Jackson The District at Eastover – Jackson
- Hilton Garden Inn – Flowood/airport
- Towne Place Suites – Flowood/airport
- 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
| Transfer Orientation – May 20, 2022 | ||
| Time | Event | Location |
| 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. | Check-in | Billy Kim International Center |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Welcome |
Billy Kim International Center |
| 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Student Activity | Irby Hall |
| 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch / Come Get the Scoop! | Dining Commons / The Commons |
| 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. | Residence Hall Tours |
Various Locations |
| 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Advising & Registration | Various Locations |
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.