New Students: Advising & Orientations
Storm the Campus: Fall Orientation 2025
Move in and kick off your Centenary journey with a day full of energy, connection, and new beginnings! Storm the Campus begins on Friday, August 22nd with move-in starting as early as 8:00 AM and continuing into the early afternoon. Specific check-in times will be emailed in advance.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay and take part in activities through 4:00 PM, before saying goodbye as orientation events continue into the evening. Orientation continues on Saturday, August 23rd with a full day of programming.
Attendance is mandatory for all new students—both residents and commuters.
Register HERE for Fall Orientation - Storm the Campus
Welcome to Centenary!
Your journey toward an amazing Centenary experience begins right here. From getting to know the campus to connecting with your peers and faculty, we’re here to make sure your transition is smooth and successful. WE CAN’T WAIT TO CU!
Activate Your Centenary Portal
All students are issued official Centenary accounts, which can be found in your Centenary Portal. Please refer to your acceptance package for instructions to activate your Centenary Portal. You must activate your account and enroll in the Password Reset Self-Service System.
Scheduling Your First Semester Classes
We’ll help you get your academic journey started as soon as possible!
To help ensure a smooth transition, please complete the following steps at your earliest convenience:
- Complete Your Placements Tests (Writing, Math, and Chemistry): Self Directed Placements
- Fill Out Your Advising Questionnaire: This will assist our Advising Specialists in creating your class schedule. Advising Questionnaire
- Register for Cyclone Beginnings (Summer Pre-Orientation): Register now!
Once Placement Requirements and the Advising Questionnaire are complete, an Advising Specialist will create and email your class schedule. You will have 2 business days to request changes.
Your First Step to Centenary
Orientation
Our orientation program includes two key events to help you start strong at Centenary. Incoming first-year students are required to attend, while transfer students are encouraged to join us and become part of our vibrant community.
Cyclone Beginnings - Spend a day or two with us this summer to learn about Centenary's systems, explore your major, and meet your classmates.
Storm the Campus - Move in and kick off your Centenary experience with a day full of excitement and new beginnings.
We’re here to help you make the most of your time at Centenary and set you up for success. CU at Cyclone Beginnings!
Cyclone Beginnings Dates
- Wednesday, July 16th – Thursday, July 17th
- Friday, August 1st – Saturday, August 2nd
If you are unable to attend any of these sessions, please email [email protected].
