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New Student Orientation
Welcome Future Owls!

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Welcome to Westfield State University!

On Behalf of the New Student Orientation Team, it is my privilege to be one of the first people to welcome you to Westfield State University.

Our team is looking forward to getting to know you during one of our many New Student Orientation programs. It is our goal to help you prepare for your first year as a Westfield State Owl. I am confident that during our program, you will have the opportunity to get all your questions answered, make connections with new classmates, and find the tools to be comfortable in your new home away from home.

We are also excited to welcome parents, family members, and allies to campus as part of our Owl Family Hub. We hope you are able to make connections with one another and learn all the resources and support services available that will help your student be safe and successful at Westfield State.

Again, welcome to Westfield State! Go Owls!

Matt Dellea

Coordinator of New Student Orientation

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January New Student Orientation: First-Year and Transfer Students

Our January orientation program helps you settle into campus life, offering a chance to connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff, all guided by friendly Orientation Leaders who will introduce you to essential resources and our vibrant community.

New Student Orientation resource tables with students, faculty, and staff.

First Year

Are you a first year student starting college for the first time and looking for information about New Student Orientation?

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Transfer

Are you an incoming transfer student looking for information about New Student Orientation?

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Families

Are you a parent, guardian, family member, or supporter of an incoming student looking for information to help your student be successful?

A family smiling with Nestor at New Student Orientation.

Step into the Excitement of Our New Student Orientation!

Dive into the vibrant moments, laughter, and unforgettable memories captured in our photo gallery. Discover firsthand why we're your perfect fit.

New Student Orientation with students walking on campus green.
New Student Orientation with students holding WSU pennant flags.
Group of students smiling at New Student Orientation.
New Student Orientation with two students holding WSU bags smiling.
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New Student Orientation with group of students smiling eating ice cream.
Students talking in a group at New Student Orientation.
New Student Orientation with three students smiling eating ice cream.
Two students smiling at New Student Orientation.
New Student Orientation lunch.
New Student Orientation student leaders smiling in a group.

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Have a Question for New Student Orientation?

Please reach out with any questions you have. We are happy to connect with you.

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Contact us

Matt Dellea
Coordinator of New Student Orientation
Ely Campus Center, Lower Level, SAIL Center