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Overview:
If you are reading this page, this means that you received your visa and have arrived at JMU. Congratulations! Now, let's focus on your adjustment to JMU!
Spring 2026 Orientation Schedule
Friday, January 16– DAY 1: Check-in and Move-in
12:50 pm Pick-up at Megabus Stop
1:15 pm Check-in and Lunch at CGE Lounge
2:00 pm Review of Orientation Folder with a LINKER
3:00 pm Shopping at Walmart (Meet at CGE)
4:00 pm Pick-up at Megabus Stop
4:30 pm Dinner at Ruby's
7:00 pm Move-in to Residence Hall
Saturday, January 17– DAY 2: Required Sessions
8:30 am Pick up at East Campus Residence Halls
9:00 am Breakfast at CGE (2nd Floor Holland Yates Hall)
9:30 am Welcome to JMU!
9:45 am Session 1: Academic Expectations
10:30 am Activity
11:00 am Session 2: Navigating Cultural Adjustment
11:45 am Lunch
1:00 pm Session 3: Health Insurance (REQUIRED)
1:45 pm Session 4: Immigration (REQUIRED)
2:30 pm Campus Walking Tour and Return to Residence Halls/Tour
6:00 pm Dinner at D-Hall with LINKers