First Year & Transfer Orientation
Welcome to Saint Mary's College!
We are excited to welcome you to the Gael family! We’re here to support you and provide you with resources to ensure your success at Saint Mary’s College. Your college experience starts with New Student Orientation, an essential introduction to life at SMC that provides you with the resources you need for success.
At orientation, you’ll connect with new classmates and friends, learn about the support services available to you, and explore the many opportunities to get involved on campus. We can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve. Go Gaels!
Register for Orientation
Orientation Dates & Times
Registration
All new students, including transfer students, need to register for orientation. Each student is allowed to bring two guests to orientation; we have a program just for them!
Date | Time | Description |
| June 18, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM | New Student Orientation (First Year & Transfer Students) |
| June 25, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM | New Student Orientation (First Year & Transfer Students) |
| June 27, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM | New Student Orientation (First Year & Transfer Students) |
| August 26, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM | New Student Orientation (First Year & Transfer Students) - Out of State & International Students Only |
Schedule of Events
Our schedule will be released in May 2026!
Our schedule will be released in May 2026!
In addition to attending New Student Orientation, all international students are required to attend the International Student Orientation. Workshops offered during this special orientation will assist with your transition to new surroundings and a new culture.
Through interactive workshops and presentations, you will be introduced to concepts of intercultural communication and immigration concepts to build a strong foundation to help you settle into your new life at Saint Mary’s. During orientation, you will be involved in activities to help you learn about life as an international student at Saint Mary's. You'll also learn about the F-1 student visa, how to maintain your status, as well as how to work in the US.
For more information regarding International Student Orientation, visit the Center for International Programs.
Meet our 2026 Orientation Student Coordinators!
Hi Gaels! My name is Juliana Bastidas Osuna (she/her), and I am so excited to serve as your Orientation Coordinator for 2026-2027. I am currently a third-year majoring in Psychology with a concentration in Child Development and a minor in Communications. I am from Tracy, California, and I enjoy off-roading, traveling, and spending time with my family. I can’t wait to meet everyone. Welcome to Saint Mary's!
Hello Gaels! My name is Janelle Martini (she/her). I am a second year double majoring in Communications and Dance from Santa Clara, California. Aside from being one of your coordinators for the 2026-2027 Orientation, I am a member of our Saint Mary’s Spirit Team, an admissions ambassador, and a part of our Saint Mary’s Dance Company. I cannot wait to meet y’all this summer!!
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New Student & Family Programs
1928 St. Mary's Road, PMB 4238
Moraga, CA 94575
Call at: (925) 631-4647