Spring Orientation
Spring Orientation 2026
Important Dates
International Student Move-In: Tuesday, Jan. 6
International Student Orientation starts: Thursday, Jan. 8
Domestic Student Move-In: Thursday, Jan. 15
Domestic Orientation starts*: Friday, Jan. 16 through Sunday, Jan. 18
Spring Semester classes start: Tuesday, Jan. 20
*Participation is expected
New Student Orientation Spring 2026
We’re excited you are joining us and can’t wait to welcome you and your families to campus! We’ve planned various events for the first week of your Whitman experience.
During your orientation, we will introduce you to our campus and the community’s academic and social culture. New Student Orientation focuses on advising and registering for classes, meeting and socializing with other incoming new students, getting acclimated to Walla Walla and having fun.
New Student Orientation Calendar
Parents and families are encouraged to join their students in some New Student Orientation activities on Friday, Jan. 16, 2025.
Building Access Information
Whitman College buildings are swipe-accessible, meaning you must use your ID card to open building doors during the weekend.
Enjoy & Explore!
Visit the City of Walla Walla Visitor’s Guide to get to know our town. The guide provides information about our community, lodging, activities, and dining options.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Assistant Vice President of Student Life, Juli Dunn at dunnjl@whitman.edu.