Orientation Spring 2026
January 8 - 9, 2026
Your New Community
Orientation is your official kick-off to life at É«ÇéӰƬ—and we're here to make it unforgettable! You'll move into your new home, meet your classmates, explore campus, and dive into all the things that make AMU one of a kind.
"For I know the plans I have for you — to give you a future and a hope." —Jeremiah 29:11
Schedule of Events
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Orientation One-Stop-Shop Check-In
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Ballroom
Pick up your welcome materials and finalize paperwork.
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dorm Move-In
Location: Respective Residence Halls
The Orientation Team and staff will be on hand to assist and welcome you!
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch with the Enrollment Team
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Dining Hall
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Swamp Hike
Location: Meet in Thomas and Selby Prince Building Parking Lot
Experience first-hand the beauty of sunny Southwest Florida in January!
4:45 p.m.
Mass (optional)
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
5:30 p.m.
Welcome Dinner
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building, Ballroom
Enjoy dinner with classmates and start building your AMU community.
8:00 p.m.
Rosary Candlelight Walk
Location: Meet outside Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
9:00 p.m.
RA Meet and Greet
Location: Respective Residence Halls
Meet your dorm's Residence Assistants and learn about life at AMU.
2025 Orientation Highlights
Contact
Have questions about Orientation? Please contact:
Admissions
(239) 280 - 2500
Admissions@avemaria.edu
Financial Aid
(239) 280-1669
AMUFinancialAid@avemaria.edu
Registrar
(239) 280-2565
AMURegistrar@avemaria.edu
Residence Life
ResidenceLife@avemaria.edu