• Session 1 – Tuesday, July 15 & Wednesday, July 16 - Session Registration Closed

• Session 2 – Friday, July 18 & Saturday, July 19 - Session Registration Closed

• Session 3 – Tuesday, July 22 & Wednesday, July 23

• Session 4 – Friday, July 25 & Saturday, July 26 - Session Registration Closed

Registration will be available on your myCanisius portal.

Essentials for Everyone

• Casual, comfortable clothing (including a hoodie or sweatshirt for cool buildings)

• Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers

• Umbrella or light rain jacket

• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)

• Reusable water bottle (refill stations available)

• Small backpack or tote bag (to carry materials throughout the day)

• Notebook or small journal + pens

• Phone and charger

• Portable battery pack (charging stations are limited)

Overnight or Toiletry Needs

• Twin XL bed linens (or a sleeping bag)

• Pillow

• Towel and washcloth

• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, etc.)

• Shower shoes or flip-flops

• Fan (rooms are not air-conditioned; a limited number are available to borrow)

Comfort and Convenience

• Medications (daily prescriptions + basic OTC like ibuprofen, allergy meds)

• Snacks (especially if you have dietary preferences or want something in your room)

• Tissues and hand sanitizer

• Cash or debit/credit card (for vending machines, bookstore, or local shops)

• Phone or tablet  (access your schedule on Griff Connect)

Optional / Fun Extras

• Canisius gear or school spirit wear

• Small decor item (photo, pennant, etc. for overnight stay)

• Reusable shopping bag (for orientation giveaways or bookstore purchases)

• Journal or sketchbook (for downtime reflection)

• Game or card deck (great icebreaker with roommates or new friends)

Check-In
Students and families may begin checking in for orientation at 8:00am. You must be checked in by 10:15am.

Parking:
Below is a map of the campus. The blue circle is where check-in will take place and the red circle is where you can park. To avoid congestion in the check-in area it is reccomended that if your parent/family is driving you that they drop you off at Frisch and then proceed to park.

Rooms:
When you check-in you will be given your room assignment for orientation, please keep in mind that this room is only for orientation and does not reflect your final housing assignment for the fall if you're living on campus. As a reminder the overnight portion of orientation is mandatory. Please see the packing list on the event hub on Griff Connect for an idea of what to bring. Remember, it is only one night so pack light!

Schedule for Students
If you have not already done so please make sure you familiarize yourself with the event hub on Griff Connect, this is where you will find the sequence of events for the next couple of days.

Schedule for Parents:
Your schedule is available online by clicking here