Orientation is your official kick-off to life at Ave Maria University—and we’re here to make it unforgettable! Over five packed days, you’ll move into your new home, meet your classmates, explore campus, and dive into all the things that make AMU one of a kind.
From small groups and campus adventures to Mass and late-night events, Orientation is where memories are made, your faith journey deepens, and your AMU story begins.
At Orientation, you’re becoming part of a joyful, faith-filled Catholic community where you can grow spiritually, academically, and personally. This week sets the tone for the incredible
years ahead—and we can’t wait to welcome you!
“For I know the plans I have for you — to give you a future and a hope.” —Jeremiah 29:11
Orientation is your official kick-off to life at Ave Maria University—and we’re here to make it unforgettable! Over five packed days, you’ll move into your new home, meet your classmates, explore campus, and dive into all the things that make AMU one of a kind.
“For I know the plans I have for you — to give you a future and a hope.” —Jeremiah 29:11
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
One Stop Shop | Thomas and Selby Prince Building Lobby, 114, 115, 116
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Unpack & Unwind | Residence Halls and Student Park
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Café Connect | Daily Grind (Canizaro Library)
1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Parent Session | O'Bryan Performance Hall - Thomas and Selby Prince Building
2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Resource Fair | Lobby - Thomas and Selby Prince Building
2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Athletic Meeting for Parents | Paul M. Henkels Academic Building Classroom - see insert
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Opening Mass | Ave Maria Parish
4:15 p.m.
Gyrene Gathering & Welcome | Tom Golisano Field House
4:30 p.m.
Presidential & Provost Welcome Address | Tom Golisano Field House
5:15 p.m.
Family Farewell | Tom Golisano Filed House
Parent Reception | Tom Golisano Field House
6:30 p.m.
Orientation Kickoff: Meet Your Orientation Team | O'Bryan Performance Hall - Thomas and Selby Prince Building
7:30 p.m.
Battle of the Halls | Canizaro Library Lawn
9:00 p.m.
Rosary Walk by Candlelight | Rosary Wall
Orientation One-Stop Shop
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Thomas and Selby Prince Building Lobby, 114, 115, 116
Unpack & Unwind
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Residence Halls and Student Park
Café Connect
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Daily Grind (Canizaro Library)
Parent Info Session
1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
O'Bryan Performance Hall - Thomas and Selby Prince Building
Parent Resource Fair
2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Lobby - Thomas and Selby Prince Building
Athletic Meeting for Parents
2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Paul M. Henkels Academic Building Classrooms - see insert
Opening Mass
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ave Maria Parish
Gyrene Gathering & Welcome
4:15 p.m.
Tom Golisano Field House
Presidential & Provost Welcome Address
4:45 p.m.
Tom Golisano Field House
Family Farewell
5:15 p.m.
Tom Golisano Field House
Parent Reception
5:30 p.m.
Tom Golisano Field House
Orientation Kickoff: Meet Your Orientation Team
6:30 p.m.
O'Bryan Performance Hall - Thomas and Selby Prince Building
Battle of the Halls
7:30 p.m.
Canizaro Library
Rosary Walk by Candlelight
9:00 p.m.
Rosary Wall
Mini Sessions Group Rotation Assignment (Group A, B, C, D, or E) is listed on your student name badgeSee insert for Group Rotation Schedule
1:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m
Mini Session Option 1: Campus Ministry & Households Henkels AB Classrooms (see insert)
1:20 p.m. - 1:35 p.m
Mini Session Option 2: Clubs & Intramural Sports Henkels AB Classrooms (see insert)
1:40 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.
Mini Session Option 3: Health & Wellness Henkels AB Classrooms (see insert)
2:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Mini Session Option 4: Graduate Programs & Career Services Henkels AB Classrooms (see
2:20 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Mini Session Option 5: Study Abroad & Pilgrimages Henkels AB Classrooms (see insert)
2:40 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Domino-tion: Pizza Showdown Bob Thomas Student Union Ballroom
Mini Session Option 1: Campus Ministry & Households
1:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Henkels AB Classroom (see insert)
Mini Session Option 2: Clubs & Intramural Sports
1:20 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.
Henkels AB Classroom (see insert)
Mini Session Option 3: Health & Wellness
1:40 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.
Henkels AB Classroom (see insert)
Mini Session Option 4: Graduate Programs & Career Services
2:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Henkels AB Classroom (see insert)
Mini Session Option 5: Study Abroad & Pilgramages
2:20 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Henkels AB Classroom (see insert)
Domino-tion: Pizza Showdown
2:40 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bob Thomas Student Union Ballroom
9:00 a.m.
Daily Mass | Ave Maria Parish
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Dorms, Donuts, & Fellowship | Residence Halls
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Jax Fall Fair | Tom Golisano Field House
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Adoration & Confessions | Bob Thomas Student Union Building Ballroom
9:00 p.m.
Rosary Walk by Candlelight | Rosary Wall
Mini Sessions Group Rotation Assignment (Group A, B, C, D, or E) is listed on your student name badgeSee insert for Group Rotation Schedule
Daily Mass
9:00 a.m.
Ave Maria Parish
Dorms, Donuts, & Fellowship
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Residence Halls
Jax Fall Fair
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tom Golisano Field House
Adoration & Confessions
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bob Thomas Student Union Building Ballroom
Rosary Walk by Candlelight
9:00 p.m.
Rosary Wall
Freshman Men (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting
Demitri Lecture Hall
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Returning Men (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting Demitri Lecture Hall
Demitri Lecture Hall
7:00-8:00 p.m.
Freshman Women (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting
O'Brien Performance Hall Prince
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Returning Women (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting
O'Brien Performance Hall Prince
7:00-8:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Freshman Men (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting Demitri Lecture Hall
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Returning Men (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting Demitri Lecture Hall
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Freshman Women (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting O'Brien Performance Hall Prince
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Returning Women (Non-Fall Athlete) | Residence Life All Hall Meeting O'Brien Performance Hall Prince
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Swampfest: Party Under the Palms | Tom Golisano Fieldhouse or Bob Thomas Student Union Lawn Amphitheater and Cafe Patio
Swampfest: Party Under the Palms
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Fieldhouse or Bob Thomas Student Union Lawn Amphitheater and Cafe Patio
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Have questions about Orientation? Please contact:
Admissions
(239) 280 - 2500 | Admissions@avemaria.edu
Financial Aid
(239) 280-1669 | AMUFinancialAid@avemaria.edu
Registrar
(239) 280-2565 | AMURegistrar@avemaria.edu
Residence Life
ResidenceLife@avemaria.edu
5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142
