New Student Orientation

Steps to help you prepare

Before you get started, make sure you know your 10-digit University ID. You can find it on your admissions notices or look it up using the access management system.

Look up University ID

If you have not yet been admitted to IU South Bend, please contact the Office of Admissions before signing up for advising and registration.

After you create or reactivate your account, login to verify that your IU Email is set up (it may take up to 24 hours).

Create your account

If you have trouble activating your account, contact the UITS Help Desk at (574) 520-5555 or sbhelp@iu.edu.

Classes begin Monday, August 25. Please fill out the advising appointment request below to make an in-person or virtual appointment with an advisor. We will confirm your advising appointment day and time, or indicate walk-in availability, via email. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences. Please note that in some cases advising may be limited to walk-ins only. Check both your personal and IU email account for confirmation.

Advising Appointment Request


If you have questions, please contact Rick Dennie, Director, Student Support, at rdennie@iu.edu<mailto:rdennie@iu.edu> (preferred) or (574) 520-4164.

You can complete any of these steps prior to making your advising appointment in step 3.

  • Complete Part I of the New Student Orientation on Canvas, which will help you best prepare for your appointment. Estimated completion time is 20-30 minutes.
  • Look at your To Do List for items you may need to take action on.
  • Complete the Math Course Placement if it appears on your To Do List.
  • The English Course Placement is highly recommended for students to try and test out of one semester of composition.
  • The Chemistry Course Placement is highly recommended for students majoring in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Physical Therapy, or Rehabilitation Sciences.
  • Continually check your personal email, which is where all confirmations, reminders, and other details will be sent.

In-Person

  • Arrive at the time indicated on your orientation confirmation email, which will include location, parking, and other details. If you have questions or did not receive a confirmation, call (574) 520-5005.

Virtual

  • Ensure that you are in a distraction-free environment for the duration of your appointment.
  • Please use a computer, laptop or tablet as your advisor will be utilizing screen share to assist you in registering for classes.
  • 5 minutes prior to your appointment, log in to Zoom. You will find your appointment time, Zoom link, and other deetails in the appointment reminder email.
    • If you have difficulties logging in to Zoom, or did not receive a reminder email with your appointment time and Zoom link, call (574) 520-5005.
  • Once logged in, you will be in the main room and a staff member will send you to a breakout room with your advisor. There you will meet with your advisor to answer any questions you have and get enrolled in classes for the spring semester.

  • Go through Part II of the New Student Orientation on Canvas at your own pace. You can also review the information in Part I.
  • Continue to check your To Do List for any items to take action on.
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if you haven’t already done so.
  • Download the following apps (from Google Play or the App Store): IU Mobile, Handshake, Penji and Rave Guardian.
  • Update your settings in IU Notify, so you can receive campus alerts.
  • Set up Third Party Access if you need a parent or someone else to have access to billing and financial aid info. Remember, the University cannot speak to anyone else other than the student unless this access is given.
  • Tour the campus in-person, virtually, or via a self-guided tour. Visit the Admissions website for more details.

Titan Takeoff & Convocation

Thursday, August 21st and Friday, August 22nd

You have registered for fall classes and we look forward to welcoming you to campus for Titan Takeoff & Campus Convocation! Please note that it is an expectation that new students attend on both Thursday and Friday.

On Thursday, August 21st, all new and transfer students should plan to join us for the Titan Takeoff as we get to know each other, learn more about campus expectations and information and get to know your peers.

On Friday, August 22nd, you, and your family are invited to the opening Convocation with Chancellor Pappas followed by a campus lunch. During the morning on Friday, you will meet with academic departments, and parents and families will have time to hear from a variety of departments to learn information about IU South Bend. They will then join you for Convocation and lunch. Schedule:

Thursday (students only):
Location: Student Activities Center
9:00AM - Registration
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Titan Takeoff

Friday (students and guests)
Location: Northside Hall, Main Auditorium
8:30 AM: Registration
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Concurrent parent and student sessions, opening Convocation, and campus lunch.

Reserve for Titan Takeoff

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Phone: 574-520-5005
Email: sbinfo@iu.edu