New Student Orientation
Fall 2025
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Welcome
As the fall semester approaches, the faculty and staff in the Department of Counseling and Higher Education (CHE), are eagerly preparing to welcome you. We can't wait to meet each of you. We extend a special welcome to the international students joining us this year.
Orientation Details
Event Information
- Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
- Time: PM - PM (Orientation), followed by a potluck
- Location: Buzzard Hall Auditorium, Room 1501
Event Description
This mandatory orientation will be an excellent opportunity for you to meet your peers, faculty, and staff, and to get acquainted with the resources and community that CHE offers.
Schedule of Events
- PM - PM: Registration
- PM - PM: Welcome
- PM - PM: Meet the Faculty and Staff
- PM - PM: Overview of Resources and Services
- PM - PM: Orientation to CHE
- PM - PM: Program Level Q&A Session
- PM onwards: Potluck - Enjoy a meal with your new community!
Campus Map (online) (PDF)
FAQs
Q: What should I bring to the orientation?
A: Carry a notebook and pen for taking notes during the orientation sessions.
Q: Is the orientation mandatory?
A: Yes, the orientation is mandatory for all new students.
Q: Can family members attend the orientation?
A: Unfortunately, the orientation is for students only, but there will be other events throughout the semester that family members can attend.
Q: What should I wear?
A: The dress code is to .
Contact Information
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us:
- Email: che@eiu.edu
- Phone: 217-581-2400
- Office Location: Room 2102 Buzzard Hall
Resources for New Students
- Dining: /dining/
- Transportation: /stuaff/transportation.php
- Health Services: /herc/
- Counseling Services: /counsctr/
International Students Orientation
International Student Orientation
Stay Tuned!
Please stay tuned for more details as the date approaches. We are excited to see you all in the fall and to welcome you into our CHE family. We hope your transition plans are going smoothly, and we look forward to seeing you at the orientation.