In collaboration with the Office of New Student Orientation, the Future Alumni Network will co-hosting three events to help welcome the newest students to the SUNY Oswego community.
The First Generation Virtual Alumni Panel, from 5 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, will feature first-generation recent graduates discussing their experiences at Oswego and sharing tips for success with first-generation first-year students. The panel will be followed by breakout sessions hosted by the individual alumni panelists with an opportunity for students to connect with our alumni in smaller group settings. This event is also held in collaboration with the Educational Opportunity Program and the Campus FirstLeap Committee.
Students interested in attending this online event should email grace.maxon@oswego.edu by Aug. 19 to receive the Zoom login information.
For the “What I Wish I Knew” Virtual Alumni Panel from 5 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, several recent graduates will discuss things that are helpful to know at the beginning of one's college experience. The alumni will share stories, give advice and answer questions new first-year and transfer students may have as they begin their SUNY Oswego journeys From healthy lifestyle choices to campus tips, alumni will share their do’s and don'ts, as well as how they were able to overcome challenges to get through college successfully. Students interested in attending this online event should email kerisha.lewis@oswego.edu by Aug. 19 to receive the Zoom login information.
A Zoom Coffee Break: Commuter and Remote Learner Student Virtual Social will take place from 8 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 21. Commuters and remote-learning students are invited to connect with one another, along with some Oswego alumni, in this virtual social. Students interested in attending this online event should register at alumni.oswego.edu/welcomingtorchlight by Aug. 20.
For a roundup of all events this week for new students, visit the Welcome Week website.