All new MSW students are required to participate in MSW Program Orientation. Orientation provides students with " nuts and bolts " information needed to successfully begin classes. Students who do not attend orientation cannot register for classes.

Topics covered in Orientation:

• The program you’ve chosen: What IS “advanced direct practice
  in rural settings”?
• Planning to enter class – registration procedures
• Student supports for learning: library access (including off-
  site access), online learning, survival tips from current MSW students
• Program policies and expectations
• Program advising and the path to graduation
• Plus, time to start getting to know each other and MSW faculty