Pace Students walking out of One Pace Plaza
Fall Orientation

New York First year Student Orientation Program

Orientation Program

We're excited that you're joining our Pace Community! Orientation is an essential part of the undergraduate admission process. Our two-day, overnight Orientation is your chance to dive into life at Pace, meet new friends, and get fully prepared for your first semester!

Day 1

  • 15 Beekman Residence Hall

  • Gym, C - Level West Side

  • Follow Your Orientation Leader

  • Various Locations - Follow Your OL

  • Gym, C - Level West Side

    Pace Path Fair will be held on the 1st Floor, 1 Pace Plaza

  • Follow Your Orientation Leader

    For Students in Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, Seidenberg School of Computer Sciences and Information Systems, and Sands College of Performing Arts:

    2:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m.

    Roadmap to Success: Starting Strong at Pace

    Meet with school advisors to learn more about academics and classes in the school you selected

    • Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
    • School of Education
    • Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems
    • Sands College of Performing Arts

    3:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Building Community at Pace

    Discussing why you belong at Pace
     

    For Students in Lubin School of Business, Pforzheimer Honors College, and College of Health Professions:

    2:00 p.m.–3:10 p.m.

    Building Community at Pace

    Discussing why you belong at Pace

    3:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

    Roadmap to Success: Starting Strong at Pace

    Meet with school advisors to learn more about academics and classes in the school you selected

    • Lubin School of Business
    • Pforzheimer Honors College
    • College of Health Professions

  • Follow Your Orientation Leader

    Group 1–10

    4:40 p.m.–5:25 p.m. Getting Involved the Setter Way x Strengths

    During this session you will learn how to stay engaged and connected to campus life

    5:25 p.m.–6:10 p.m. More than a feeling: Building healthy Relationship with intention

    Starting college means building new connections—but what makes a relationship healthy? This interactive workshop sets the foundation to help you answer that question. Through discussion and real-life scenarios, participants will explore characteristics of a healthy relationship, learn practical skills for setting boundaries, understand consent as an active process, and receive essential information on Title IX rights and campus resources. This is a safe, judgment-free space to ask questions, share perspectives, and leave with skills you can actually use.

    Group 10–20

    4:40 p.m.–5:25 p.m. More than a feeling: Building healthy Relationship with intention

    Starting college means building new connections—but what makes a relationship healthy? This interactive workshop sets the foundation to help you answer that question. Through discussion and real-life scenarios, participants will explore characteristics of a healthy relationship, learn practical skills for setting boundaries, understand consent as an active process, and receive essential information on Title IX rights and campus resources. This is a safe, judgment-free space to ask questions, share perspectives, and leave with skills you can actually use.

    5:25 p.m.–6:10 p.m. Getting Involved the Setter Way x Strengths

    During this session you will learn how to stay engaged and connected to campus life.

  • Gym, C - Level West Side

  • Student Center, 1 Paca Plaza

  • 41 Park Row, Dezer Den Tour

  • Follow your Orientation Leader

    • Workout Classes in Gym
    • Pace the Mic (Karaoke & Games w/ DJ) - Bianco Room
    • Pizza/ Snacks - Bianco Lobby
    • Pacemakers (DIY Room) - Bianco Community Room
    • Set the Pace (Cozy & Chill Coffeehouse) - Dezer Den

    *Please note that Setter Social hour ends at 10:00 p.m. and quiet hours begin at 11pm in the Residence Hall.

Day 2

  • Gym, C - Level West Side

    Bring your keys and all of your belongings to 1 Pace Plaza for checkout and go to the Gym to grab breakfast

  • Orientation Leaders will guide you to your meet up location

  • Orientation Leaders will guide you to your meet up location

  • Student Center, 1 Pace Plaza

  • Follow Your Orientation Leader

  • Follow Your Orientation Leader

Student & Family opportunities following the scheduled program:

  • Visit Auxiliary Services, 161 William 1st Floor: Questions about meal plan upgrades, refund preferences, and the BankMobile Card.
  • Visit the Pace University Campus Store, 1 Pace Plaza, 1st Floor West: Open
    Thursday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. –3 p.m. Pick up some Pace gear!
  • Go to our Parent Website for helpful information and to sign up for our parent and family newsletter!