FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS
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Learn about academic degree requirements
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Use P.A.W.S. to register for your classes
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Learn the ropes from current students
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Become more familiar with campus facilities
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Learn about campus support services and programs
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Get your Panther Card (student ID)
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Meet new classmates and get answers to your questions regarding life at EIU
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Once you have paid your New Student Enrollment Deposit of $150, you can sign up for an Orientation date through MyEIU. Freshman students will be e-mailed an invitation to the program. The invitation will contain a program reservation link to MyEIU. Students will need to complete the reservation form on-line to secure a program date.
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After logging in to MyEIU, click on your Checklist.
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If you have paid your enrollment deposit, you will see a green box labeled "Orientation/Transition" and will be eligible to register.
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If you have not paid your enrollment deposit, you will not see the "Orientation/Transition" box and will not be eligible to register yet.
- Bring a state/federal issued picture ID (to receive Panther Card). School IDs will not be accepted.
- Your questions! You'll have the chance to meet with Financial Aid, Housing, and lots of other departments.
- Notebook/paper/tablet/laptop to take notes
- An umbrella, light jacket, comfy walking shoes
- A positive attitude!
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University Housing and Dining Services has a limited number of suites available for rent in Stevenson Hall during the summer Orientation visits. Stevenson Hall is a suite style residence hall. As you enter a suite you will first find a common living area along with 2-3 small bedrooms and a private bathroom for all occupants within the suite. Stevenson Hall is located at 320 Grant Avenue, Charleston, IL. Click here for additional information about Stevenson Hall.
Wireless internet is available in Stevenson Hall along with a direct access internet connection in each suite. Bedding and towels are provided however we understand that most individuals prefer to use their own.
Guest suites rent for $30 per night for the entire suite. Guests can pay by cash or check at the time of check-in (sorry but credit card payments cannot be accepted at this time).
Parking is available in the student lots immediately adjacent to Stevenson Hall. Guests will receive a pass during the check-in process. Reservations can be made by contacting Matt Boyer at mboyer@eiu.edu or the Conference Services Office at 217-581-7482. Guests can check-in after 3 pm and check-out must be completed by 12 pm.
Absolutely! Students will be allowed to bring TWO guests.
- Move-In: Students report to their assigned residence hall for check-in.
- Welcome Weekend is a transitional program – a weekend full of educational and social events for new students to become acclimated to campus and connect to EIU and their peers. It’s full of opportunities that will provide a solid foundation for personal and academic success!