NOLA is a city of celebrations and this summer is no exception. We are celebrating the midpoint of New Student Orientation and have welcomed over 800 students to campus in the past few weeks. For those attending Sessions 6 through 9, we can't wait to meet you, and for those who aren't able to attend, these Navigator emails will provide resources to keep you engaged this summer and get you ready for your transition this fall. Regardless, one important deadline for all to note from Housing and Residence Life: all preferences must be submitted by June 30. Details and more info is listed below.

Life in NOLA has allowed us to celebrate even more this month through numerous festivals, most recently Oyster Festival and French Market Creole Tomato Festival. Don't worry - you'll have plenty of time to engage with these events and more (ever heard of Mardi Gras?!) during your time at Tulane. One great way to get the merriment started this fall is by signing up for the Riverboat Cruise during Fall Welcome - it's been a Tulane bucket list tradition for 30 years.

As always, please reach out to us if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. We are available by email at orientation@tulane.edu or by phone at (504) 865.5810.

Roll Wave,

Brad

Brad Romig

Associate Director for New Student Programs

DEADLINE: Housing and Residence Life

Incoming students must submit their FINAL residence hall and roommate (if applicable) preferences by June 30 via the HousingWeb system. If you have a roommate preference, please make sure you AND your roommate preference each other. If you don't, no worries! Housing and Residence Life does a great job of pairing you with another student.

You will be notified of your assignment in late-July. Visit Housing and Residence Life's website for more information.

Newcomb College Institute: Big Sister/Little Sister Program

Worried about adjusting to campus life? Want some extra insight on what to pack for your room, what clubs or organizations you can join, or how to navigate Tulane's campus? Join Newcomb College Institute's Big Sister/Little Sister Program!

Every year, over 350 incoming first-year women choose to be matched with an upper-class Tulane woman who will serve as a resource, guide, and friend. Interested in being a Newcomb Little? Please visit their website here. Applications are due July 20, 2016 and the pinning ceremony will be August 31 from 5:30-7PM.

Fall Welcome Highlight: Riverboat Cruise

(Advance registration and fee required)

Celebrate the end of the first week of classes and the new friendships you've made by sailing down the Mississippi on an authentic New Orleans riverboat on Friday, September 2.

There will be plenty of music, New Orleans food, dancing, and fun during this unique Tulane tradition! The $60.00 registration fee includes transportation, a buffet dinner and cruise. Register online at riptide.me/Sg . Hurry! Spaces are limited and the cruise is already 50% full!

Apply to the Freshman Leadership Program

The Freshman Leadership Program is designed to support, engage, and educate future leaders in the Tulane community. As a part of this program, students will learn the ins and outs of involvement at Tulane, enhance current and build new leadership skills, learn about Undergraduate Student Government by serving on committees & developing initiatives, and create a diverse network.

Thirty freshmen will be selected for this year-long program. These students are expected to participate in weekly meetings, serve on committees, and attend events where they will exchange ideas with current Tulane leaders. Applications are due September 9. Interviews will take place the following week. If you have any questions, email usg@tulane.edu. You can find the application on Orgsync or here.

Apply to Naval ROTC

The Tulane NROTC Unit is accepting applications from prospective students for the 2016-2017 academic year. The mission of NROTC is to develop Midshipmen morally, mentally, and physically for service as commissioned officers and leaders in the US Navy and Marine Corps.

Applications will be accepted through July 15 and can be found at http://tulanenrotc.com/. Full tuition scholarships are available for qualified individuals. For further information, please contact Lt. Patrick Brinegar at 504-247-1607 or pbrinega@tulane.edu.

New Student Programs

Office of Student Programs, Tulane University

Lavin-Bernick Center, Suite G11

orientation@tulane.edu | orientation.tulane.edu | (504) 865-5180