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What time does NSO start?

Check in begins at 8:45

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Where is NSO

Snyder Phillips Hall

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Hello, does my student need their computer for NSO?

Yes, or a tablet

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What time can you clock in for work?

On time, or 10 min before

100

What is 1 attendance point?

 5-15min past start of shift

200

Can I park at Brody for Family Orientation?

Hello, most parking at Brody is for employees only. You can can park at the Kellogg Hotel for free for orientation.
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Where is parking for students?

Lot 89 Farm and Mt. Hope

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Hello! I have a couple questions regarding NSO and the family orientation I’m attending on the 11th and 12th:
- What time do parents need to be at MSU and where exactly?
- Do parents spend the night as well or is it a one day event for them?
- Is there anything my parents need to bring?

Hello,

Check-in for family is at 9:15 am at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center. The family program only takes place on day one of the students orientation program, and family members are responsible for finding their own overnight accommodations if they choose to stay the night. Family members do not need to bring anything other than spending money for meals, and a writing utensil and paper for note taking. 

Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

NSO

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What time is lunch for students?

12:00 - 1:15

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What do we wear on Tuesday?


Polo, appropriate pants/skirt, appropriate shoes, name tag

300

Hello my classes are full what do you do?

You will be able to work with your adviser at orientation to plan your courses for the year. They will be able to get you into the classes that you will need for your degree. We also work with the Registrar to reserve seats in common classes for each program.

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Who are the SCs

Paris, Sierra, Adam, Joe, Rachael, Dana, Shaun

300

Hi, 

I am signed up for orientation on June 27-28. However, I was wondering if it is mandatory that we must spend the night? While I would really love to, I just had something come up on the 28th that I can’t miss and was wondering if I would be able to leave after the activities on Thursday night or if there were important things that I would miss on Friday morning. I am wondering because if I can leave after the Thursday activities I would be able to make it back home for the 28th. I looked at switching to one of the other dates, but none of them work out for me. 

Thanks,

Morgan 

Hi Morgan,

All of the sessions at NSO are mandatory, including the overnight and day two activities.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

NSO

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What time is my advising appointment?

Check the Personal schedule.

300

Where are the sub request forms and who can sign them?

In the office, on the right side of the wood cabinet in a tray. 

Direct supervisor for the shift that you will be missing or Paris

400

Hello I cannot come to any orientation date.

Orientation is a mandatory program for students to attend in order to enroll in classes. If you do not attend an orientation program then your admission to MSU will be dropped. There is our August 23rd program that you can register to attend if that date works better for you. 
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Who do you directly report to and ask questions?

Direct supervisors (SCs)

400

Hello,

I would like to request consideration for my NSO date to be moved up from August 19th to July 1st. I am a commuter transfer student, and just started a new job. I am working with my management to see if I will be able to continue working or if my schedule will need to be modified in the Fall due to class schedule. I also am unsure if I need to take placement exams in advance of the school year as well as what status I am transferring at. I feel that a lot of my questions could be answered to determine my next steps.

Thank you for your time,

Anthony

Hello Anthony,

I have added you to our waitlist for that date. If we are able to switch your date, you will receive a confirmation email. In regards to placement exams, you will need to take the MPS exam online or at orientation if you are not transferring in math credit. 

Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

NSO

400

What time is check out and how does it work?

10:00 - 11:00 

there is no formal check out

400

When can you clock in for a shift?

no more than 10 min before the start of your shift

500

What do I bring to orientation?

You should bring a change of clothes, a laptop/tablet to register for classes on, any medications or toiletries, and optional money for spending at Sparty's convenience store. We will provide bedding.

500

What is the difference between AOP and NSO?

Academic Orientation Program -> New Student Orientation

Not as big of a focus on academics

New location

One day options

Leadership committee 

500

Hi, I was just wondering if your office received my final transcripts for Jordyn Roberts from the high school Largo Highschool. Thanks.

Good morning Jordyn!

Our Office of the Registrar handles any/all transcripts that have been 

submitted to the university, so we recommend reaching out to this office with your questions!

Their email is reg@msu.edu or their phone number is (517) 355-3300. 

Have a great day! 

500

What time is lunch?

It depends on your small group time.

12-12:30 odd # small group ->12:30-1:15 lunch

12-12:45 lunch -> 12:45-1:15 even # small group 

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What are all of the positions?

Welcome tent, family check in, check in/out, greeting, small group leaders, office, enrollment, drop-off 

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