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Welcome to Orientation!

Orientation is mandatory and designed to set you up for success. Whether you're a first-year or transfer student, this program helps you hit the ground running at FLC.

At Orientation, you’ll:

✔ Set your class schedule
✔ Dive into campus activities
✔ Build your Skyhawk community

Get prepared, get connected, and make your first year unforgettable!

Skyhawk Start options

Fall Semester Orientation

Registration opens on April 1. Session options:

  • Monday, June 23
  • Friday, June 27
  • Monday, July 7
  • Friday, July 11
  • Saturday, August 23 
  • Transfer/Returning Orientation Saturday, August 23

►On-campus housing is available for June and July sessions.

►If you miss summer Orientation, you’ll be registered for the August Orientation.

►Compass Student Orientation will be on July 27 (students automatically registered).

PEAK Experiences

Choose your adventure and build your community before Orientation—hiking, rafting, cultural activities, nursing prep, or a first-gen experience.
Registration opens April 1. Questions? Each PEAK program has its own contact.

Learn about PEAK Experiences

Spring Semester Orientation

Starting next spring? Learn everything you need to know to hit the ground running.

 

Details for Spring 2026 TBD.

Contact us

FLC is committed to accessible programming for all individuals. The Accessibility Resource Center can help you with accommodations.

Contact ARC

Orientation Office

171 Student Union
Phone: 970-247-7090
Fax: 970-247-7487
Email: orientation@fortlewis.edu

Each PEAK program has its own contacts listed on their websites.

Nicolette Manning
Assistant Director
Student Involvement Center

171 Student Union
Phone: 970-247-7517
Email: nmanning@fortlewis.edu