Welcome to Saint Leo University. Your Journey Begins Here!
Fall 2025 New Student Orientation (NSO) is designed to prepare incoming students for a smooth and successful transition into the Saint Leo community. NSO includes a variety of programs and events that will set students on the path toward academic and personal success at Saint Leo University. Students entering the University for Spring 2025 will participate in in-person activities. These experiences will acquaint students with our campus, support services, policies, faculty, and staff while allowing them to complete all Admitted Students Checklist items prior to the start of classes. NSO will also provide incoming students with the opportunity to build friendships before the semester. Please note that all incoming students (whether commuter, resident, first-time-in-college, or transfer) are highly encouraged to participate in as many components of New Student Orientation as possible.
Participating students and their families will learn about opportunities and responsibilities both in and out of the classroom. By exposing students to the key services and resources available to them, we hope to empower them to make well-informed decisions.
Please take a moment to review our helpful New Student Checklist to familiarize yourself with the various documents and tasks you will need to complete prior to your arrival here on campus for the semester.
Pounce Into The Pride
Parent & Family Webinars
Parents and families of incoming students are encouraged to join this series of Pounce into the Pride webinars to learn more about Saint Leo University, New Student Orientation, move-in, university resources, and to ask questions as they prepare for their student’s transition to college.
- June 5: View Recording
- June 19: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
- June 25: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
- July 9: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
- July 22: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET
Student Webinars
Incoming students are encouraged to join this series of Pounce into the Pride webinars with current students to learn more about Saint Leo University, New Student Orientation, campus life, university resources, and to ask questions as they prepare for the transition to college.
- June 11: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET, Saint Leo Lingo & Trivia
- June 26: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET, Speed Friending
- July 9: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET, Open Q&A
- July 24: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET, Virtual Campus Tour
Important Dates: Fall 2025 Move-In & Orientation Schedule
August 16 – Fall Athlete Move-In
- Groups: Men’s & Women’s Soccer, Cross Country, Volleyball
- Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 18 – Spirit Teams Move-In
- Groups: GoldRush Dance Team, Game Day Cheer, Fritz Mascot
- Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 18 – Freshman Ministry Retreat Move-In
- Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 18 – LEAP Pre-Arrival Program Move-In
- Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 20 – Autism Connect Pre-Arrival Camp Move-In
- Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 20 – New International Student Move-In
- Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 21 – Biology Majors Move-In
- Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Location: Residence Life Office
- After 8:00 pm: Check in at University Safety
August 21 – International Undergraduate Student Check-In
- Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Location: SAB Lobby
August 22 – New Domestic Student Move-In
- Groups: Alumni, Benoit, Henderson, Roderick, Snyder, and Transfers
- Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at assigned residence halls
- Time: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 22 – International Graduate Student Check-In
- Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
- Location: SAB Lobby
August 22 – Biology Orientation
- Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Location: Selby Auditorium, Lewis Hall
August 22 – Mandatory International Student Session
- Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Location: SCC Boardrooms
August 22 – Commuter Student Check-In
- Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
- Location: Bowman Breezeway
August 22 – University Welcome
- Time: 3:00 pm
- Location: Bowman Activities Center
August 22 – New Student Orientation Begins
- First session starts at 4:00 pm
- Continues through August 24
August 23 – Returning Student Move-In
- Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Location: Multimedia Room (MMR), Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
August 24 – Returning Student Move-In (Continued)
- Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Location: Multimedia Room (MMR), Residence Life Office, Apartment 6
- After-hours check-in at University Safety
August 25 – Classes Begin
August 25 – September 1: Week of Welcome
- Events and activities to kick off the new academic year
August 27 – Music Program Orientation
- Time: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
- Location: Music Building
Online Orientation Course
This short course will cover important new student topics to prepare incoming Lions for a successful first semester.
Complete the New Student Orientation Online Course through OKTA. This online course is designed to introduce students to Courses, our D2L system, and the resources available to them at Saint Leo University. The course is accessible 24/7 starting July 21st (Date Subject to change). The first lesson can be viewed by clicking on the button below.
New Student Orientation and Week of Welcome Agenda
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International Student Orientation and Week of Welcome Agenda
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Contact Us
For questions regarding New Student Orientation, please contact orientation@saintleo.edu or call us at (352) 588-8499 or (352) 588-8992.
Dawn McElveen
Director of Student and Family Engagement
dawn.mcelveen@saintleo.edu | (352) 588-8499
Past Pounce Into the Pride Zoom Session Recordings
Incoming students, parents, and family are encouraged to join this series of Pounce Into the Pride webinars to learn more about New Student Orientation, move-in, university resources, and to ask questions.