Orientation Details and Registration

Welcome to Walsh University! We are thrilled you've chosen to be part of the Cavalier community and look forward to your arrival on campus.

Orientation Events are designed to provide both welcoming and informational opportunities for new students and their families. We strive to help incoming students make meaningful and purposeful connections to Walsh through programs that focus on the student’s academics, personal, faith and social development.

We are committed to our student’s success at Walsh University and this begins with our orientation experience. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to the Walsh community.

For more information, please visit our Orientation Resources page, or contact Beth Ford at bford@walsh.edu or 330.490.7175.

First-Year Student Summer Orientation Registration

We are so excited that you have chosen to continue your journey here at Walsh University, and we cannot wait to welcome you to campus soon!

Friday, June 6, 2025, 9:30 AM–4 PM

Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:30 AM–4 PM

Friday, July 11, 2025, 9:30 AM–4 PM

Friday, August 1, 2025, 9:30 AM–4 PM

Transfer and International Orientation Registration

Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11 AM–2:30 PM

International Student Orientation Information

International Student Orientation is required for students who:

  • Live outside of the United States, or
  • Live in the United States on an F-1 Student Visa 

During your orientation, you will learn about this important information:

  • Campus support and resources
  • Immigration status and regulations
  • Health insurance
  • Safety

Arriving to Campus

As a reminder, international students are not permitted to arrive more than 30 days before the start date on your I-20. However, it is recommended to arrive no later than 3-4 days before your assigned move-in date.

For more information about International Student Orientation, please contact Megan Huston, Director of Culture and Belonging at mhuston@walsh.edu or 330.490.7155, or International Admissions at intladmissions@walsh.edu or 330.490.7198.

Student Community-Building Opportunities

Welcome Weekend

The Fall semester officially kicks-off the weekend prior to the start of classes. Walsh University’s Welcome Weekend is specifically designed to help our Freshman students learn about all the exciting opportunities and important responsibilities of being a member of the Cavalier Community. Welcome Weekend events are required for all Freshman students.

Cavs Cor Leader Mentorship Program

At Walsh University, we strive to ensure that as a new student you feel supported, connected and engaged throughout the summer months leading up to and into the start of your first academic semester. As a new member of our community, you will be matched with an upperclassman mentor. Your Cavs Cor Leader will outreach to you via email, text message, and through other virtual engagement opportunities. It is important to connect with these current Walsh students as they were once in your shoes and can provide a lot of support during your transition as you prepare for the start of your first semester as a Walsh Cavalier.