Transfer & Nontraditional Students
Welcome new bears! During the Transfer and Nontraditional Orientation Welcome, you will be connected with the UNC community that will foster new friendships and the resources that will support you throughout your college career. We strongly encourage you to complete the pre-orientation videos and attend the welcome to make your transition to UNC successful.
UNC's New Student Orientation is virtual for all students starting Summer/Fall 2021 but please plan to join is in person for
our New Student Days starting August 19!
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Sign-up for Orientation
Before you can sign-up for orientation, you'll need to confirm your spot at UNC!
SIGN-UP TODAY!
Email communications will be sent to your BearMail account with course registration instructions.
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Summer/Fall 2021 Virtual Orientation Dates
Please note: All session times are listed in Mountain Daylight Time (MDT).
For an up-to-date list of available sessions, log into your Admissions Portal.
Friday
June 18, 2021
8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MDT
Saturday
July 10, 2021
8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MDT
Friday
July 30, 2021
8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MDT
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What's Next?
Now that you've made your orientation reservation, complete the tasks
below to be best prepared for your session.
You will receive the Zoom Meeting ID for your session via your BearMail a few days prior to the session.
Logging into Zoom with BearMail
When you log in to Zoom for Virtual Orientation please be sure to use your BearMail credentials. Reference your NSO log in information email or follow these instructions:
- Visit unco.edu/zoom
- Select "Sign In" and log in with your BearMail credentials
- Select "Join a Meeting" in the top right
- Join the meeting using the meeting ID provided
- Rename yourself with your first and last name (so we know who you are) by:
hovering over your name in "Participants" or right clicking on your video box
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Use a Computer
If possible, we recommending using a computer or laptop while attending Virtual Orientation. The Zoom features work slightly better this way, however, any device will work.
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Establish Wi-Fi Connection
Internet access and Wi-Fi can impact your experience. Consider exploring your connection options (including alternative locations or hard-wiring your device) to enhance your connectivity.
UNC Virtual Backgrounds
Use virtual meeting backgrounds in your video meetings to show your UNC spirit and share the beauty of our Greeley campus! To change your background in Zoom, click on the "^" next to your video icon and select "Choose Virtual Background". Then click the "+" on the right side.
