First Year Student Orientation

Incoming first-year students (freshmen) will select their first-year seminar (required spring course) through a process outlined by the First Year Experience office via email beginning in December. 

Students will select the seminar they are interested in from what is available at the time they review the options. Seats are limited in each course, so students are encouraged to make their selection early.  Students can review the list of seminars and descriptions online before following the email instructions. 

The deadline to select a seminar is Sunday, January 5, 2025. However, we recommend students make their selection as soon as they receive their email.

Questions? Contact First Year Experience!

Once you pay your enrollment deposit and sign up for orientation, you can access your Salem State email. To log in, you should use the same username and password as your Navigator account. All orientation details are sent to your Salem State email address within 72 hours of signing up.

Email is the official method of communication at Salem State. We recommend you check your account regularly to ensure you don't miss anything.

Log into your Salem State email

For more information about logging into our student systems, see the student access guide. 
 

Need help? Submit a ticket to the IT help desk.
IT-helpdesk@salemstate.edu

Upon signing up for orientation, you will be placed in an online pre-orientation module course that must be completed prior to your in-person orientation date. Please allow up to 48 hours after signing up to see the course ion your Canvas homepage. More information is sent directly to your Salem State email and Navigate360.