Welcome to Orientation
Get ready for a series of unforgettable experiences that make up Orientation. Our exciting lineup is guaranteed to help you hit the ground running, so let's get started!
First-up Features
Orientation begins with not one, but multiple opportunities to get your semester going! RSVP and let us know which ones you'll attend (hopefully all of them) and keep an eye on your OwlMail for more details.
#1: IronBirds Game
Tuesday, JUNE 17 | Arrive 6:30 PM | Game Starts 7:05 PM
Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium | RSVP
If you're an adult student returning to college, you may be a little intimidated.
Don't worry, we've got you covered! Join Harford at this pre-orientation event that
provides you with an opportunity to meet other adult students and mingle with faculty
and staff. It's not only a great night out but it's also a nice way to ease your transition
to college. Check in at the Harford registration table to receive a wrist band that
entitles you and one guest to enter the club area where food and sodas are provided.
#2: Fighting Owls Frenzy
Wednesday, JULY 23 | 12–3 PM
Financial Aid & College Store Day | RSVP
Kick start the semester by knocking out all the small tasks at one time! Get your
student ID, your books, purchase some swag, pay your bill, learn about some last-minute
scholarship and financial aid opportunities . . . and did we mention we'll have giveaways
and discounts to The College Store? Harford's team will be available to make sure
you have everything you need for the semester. Note: Bring a government-issued photo ID to get your Harford ID.
New Student Orientation in Two Parts
#3: Framework for Success
Mandatory Online Orientation
Available as of Sunday, JULY 1
This mandatory online orientation has one purpose: to make sure you have all the information
you need to be successful this semester. Everything you need to know about the College
is explained here.
Access Orientation
- Login to OwlNet using your Harford credentials and click the Brightspace | ALL card.
- Go to: My Courses > All > New Student Orientation
- From there, access instructions and the four main sections.
- Complete each section before moving to the next.
- After completing each quiz, click "content" in the menu bar to navigate to the next section.
#4: Fighting Owls Take Flight
Mandatory In-Person Reception
Saturday, AUGUST 23 | 1–3 PM | RSVP
This inspirational and interactive reception provides a fun opportunity to mingle
with faculty and staff, meet new friends, and familiarize yourself with everything
Harford. This event is also mandatory to ensure that you have the best chance for
success while you're here. This event is for traditional-age and adult students—and
we've even got stuff for parents—a parent orientation will also take place at the
same time. It's the perfect way to kick off the semester!
- This event is mandatory for all new students. Readmits and transfers are also invited and welcome to attend.
- If parents are attending, indicate them as guests on the RSVP form.
Passport Program
#5: First Semester Passport Program
Takes place during your first semester at Harford.
This program is designed to help students successfully navigate their journey at Harford
while having some fun along the way! Engage in activities, attend events, and complete
essential steps to ensure success—all leading up to a chance to win scholarships and
prizes. Complete the 'passport' form each time you complete a stop during the semester.
The more stops you complete, the more chances you have to win gift cards, or if you're
lucky, the grand prize—a $500 scholarship!
RSVP today and be on your way to becoming #FightingOwlsFierce.