Orientation Fall 2025

August 18-22, 2025

WELCOME TO

Your New Community

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 Spring 2026

January 8, 2026

WELCOME TO

Your New Community

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

Schedule of Events

Thursday, January 8 – New Student Orientation Schedule

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.  
Orientation One-Stop-Shop Check-In
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Ballroom  
Pick up your welcome materials and finalize paperwork.

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  
Dorm Move-In
Location: Respective Residence Halls  
The Orientation Team and staff will be on hand to assist and welcome you!

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch with the Enrollment Team
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Dining Hall

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.  
Swamp Hike
Location: Meet in Thomas and Selby Prince Building Parking Lot  
Experience first-hand the beauty of sunny Southwest Florida in January!

4:45 p.m.
Mass (optional)
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel

5:30 p.m.
Welcome Dinner
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Ballroom  
Enjoy dinner with classmates and start building your AMU community.

8:00 p.m.
Rosary Candlelight Walk
Location: Meet outside Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel

9:00 p.m.  
RA Meet and Greet
Location: Respective Residence Halls  
Meet your dorm’s Residence Assistants and learn about life at AMU.

2024 Orientation Highlights

Contact

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