Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation, presented by Alaska Airlines

What is Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation?

Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation is an orientation session created for Hawai‘i and Pacific Islander Cougs and their families hosted on the island of O‘ahu. The program centers on student experiences as they prepare for the transition to college and life in Pullman, WA. 

New Coug Orientation is a required program for all new students. Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation is intended for students admitted to WSU for the Fall 2024 term.You’ll take part in learning modules, view college and department presentations, learn about student life, learn about campus resources, and meet with an academic advisor and finalize your class schedule. Attending Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation will fulfill your New Coug Orientation requirement. You will interact with current students and WSU Alumni from Hawai‘i who will guide you through the program. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, make new friends, and fully immerse yourself in being a Coug.

Please check back in November for more details about the 2025 event.

Saturday, June 22, 2024
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawai‘i
91-3257 Kualakai Parkway
Ewa Beach, Hawai‘i 96706

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Family and Supporter Orientation

We encourage families and supporters to learn more about the university, academics, and resources by attending our Family & Supporter Orientation focused on your role in supporting your New Coug in their transition to WSU.

*Families and supporters will attend a unique track, separate from their student.

Kairis describes coming to WSU from Hawai’i.

Schedule at a Glance

Schedule is subject to change without notice. Please check often for updates. A detailed schedule will be provided at Orientation Check-in.

  • 7:30 – 8:15 a.m. | Orientation Check-In and Continental Breakfast
  • 8:15 – 9:20 a.m. | Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation Welcome 
  • 9:20 – 10 a.m. | Foundations of Your Academic Journey 
  • 10 – 10:30 a.m. | What you Need to Know about Financial Aid  
  • 10:35 – 11:25 a.m. | Energizer
  • 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Lunch
  • 12:20 – 2:50 p.m. | Informational Workshops
  • 2:50 – 3:25 p.m. | Energizer
  • 3:30 – 4:50 p.m.| Academic Success and Advising
  • 4:55 – 6 p.m. | Student Panel and Group Activity
  • 6 p.m. | Dinner
  • 6:30 – 7 p.m. | What’s Next & Week of Welcome Overview
  • 7 – 8 p.m. | Closing Programs & Student Organization Meet & Greet

Family/Supporter Schedule at a Glance

  • 7:30 – 8:15 a.m. | Orientation Check-in & Continental breakfast 
  • 8:15 – 9:20 a.m. | Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation Welcome 
  • 9:20 – 10 a.m.| Foundations of Your Academic Journey 
  • 10 – 10:30 a.m. | What you Need to Know about Financial Aid 
  • 10:35 – 11 a.m. | Navigating Pullman Overview 
  • 11 – 11:25 a.m. | Connecting with other Families and Supporters
  • 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Lunch
  • 12:20 – 4:55 p.m. |Informational Workshops
    • Topics Include: College costs and affordability, safety on campus, housing and dining services, student engagement opportunities, academic success from a faculty perspective, suppering well-being (physical, mental, and emotional), and packing for and traveling to Pullman
  • 5 – 6 p.m. | Supporting Your Student Panel with WSU Representatives and Parents of Current Hawai‘i Students
  • 6 p.m. | Dinner 
  • 6:30 – 7 p.m. | What’s Next & Week of Welcome Overview 
  • 7 – 8 p.m. | Closing Programs & Student Organization Meet & Greet 

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