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Syracuse Welcome 2012

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Early Move-In: Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Move-In: Thursday, August 23, 2012
Syracuse Welcome Begins: Thursday, August 23, 2012
Classes Begin: Monday, August 27, 2012

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SU's Financial Literacy Program

The "I Otto Know This!" program is a multi-level financial literacy program that provides Syracuse University students with the skills and resources necessary to successfully manage their money.


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readySET

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readySET is your guide to coming to SU this fall!

The readySET is your your step by step guide to a successful and smooth transition to Syracuse University.  Make sure you check out all the information, and pay close attention to the checklist to make sure you don't miss important deadlines or tasks.

Check out readyset.syr.edu!

Volunteer Opportunities!

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Syracuse Welcome 2012

Syracuse Welcome 2012, SU's new student orientation program, offers many events designed to assist new students in their transition to Syracuse University. These events prepare students for classes, get them settled into their residence halls, introduce them to campus services and support, familiarize them with University traditions and allow them to meet fellow classmates.

Students please volunteer as members of the 'Goon Squad' and faculty/staff/alumni as 'Syracuse Welcome Volunteers.'  Click here to volunteer.

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Meet Our Orientation Leaders

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The 2012 Orientation Leader Staff

44 of the finest leaders that SU has to offer...

List of all 2012 Orientation Leaders


The Story Project

Are You A First Generation College Student?

If you are looking for a great way to meet and talk with other first generation college students about your experience, join us in The Story Project!

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Academic Support Programs

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Connect with SU offices that offer support for your academic success!

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Transfer Students!

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Welcome to the Office of First-Year and Transfer Programs!  


We are here to improve the academic and social experiences of all transfer students.  Together with the Syracuse University community, we aim to provide programs and resources that will help ease the transition for transfers to life here at SU. 

Transfer News - March '11

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Getting to Know Syracuse

Family Weekend

We understand that making a move to a new school can mean learning about the area as well.  We have included some information about shopping, banking, lodging and other important places.

Shopping in Syracuse guide.  This includes directions to grocery stores, shopping malls, wholesale stores, and home improvement stores.

Syracuse Area Lodging.  There are a ton of different lodging options in Syracuse should you have any out of town family or friends come to visit.

Syracuse Area Restaurants.  Not only can you eat on Marshall street or Westcott area, but you can take the Connective Corridor bus to the downtown restaurants or visit the many options on Erie Boulevard.  To preview some of the menus online, go to www.cnymenus.com.

Banks and ATMs.  Here are some banks located near campus and some within driving distance. 

Transportation Information.  Not only can you get to Syracuse via plane, bus, or train, but you can also ride around in Syracuse and the university with the Centro bus company.  For details on bus routes, visit parking.syr.edu

Local Gas Stations.   Directions to local gas stations.



Report Bias Incidents

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STOP Bias is an educational campaign dedicated to preventing & reporting acts of bias on the SU campus.

Click here to learn more.