16 Fun College Orientation Activities & Icebreakers to Encourage Student Engagement in 2022!
/For many students, college orientation can be their first experience on their own. As they embark on an exciting new journey, they are suddenly faced with some new pressures โ and without the familiar and structured environment of home and high school.
The obstacle? They may be feeling a little lost in a sea of new faces and places.
The good news? Campus and orientation leaders planning summer orientation can help relieve some of the pressure! By carving out time and creating opportunities for new students to be social and share more about themselves, they create a positive and welcoming atmosphere.
Why is this so important? Building campus community and cultivating a sense of belonging are critical for a studentโs success and retention (especially for those at risk for dropping out).
In this article, we are exploring 16 of our favorite college orientation ideas, activities, and icebreakers to help incoming students get to know each other!
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