About Us

Orientation & Student Onboarding works to create a foundation of success, so that new students can connect and thrive at Bentley. Our office supports undergraduate onboarding, orientation, and transition programs to make the new student experience accessible, engaging and meaningful. Guided by our Core Values and Racial Justice Action Plan, we are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming experience through social, educational, and cultural events. Additionally, we believe families are partners in the success of their students, and we work collaboratively to welcome all families to the Bentley community.

The Campus Group App

From October-January, this Campus Group App will be your main hub for everything related to the New Falcon Experience. Please refer here for important information regarding the New Falcon Nestworking & Orientation schedule, activity & program updates, and additional resources,

Take a minute or two to look around in here for some great app features including a map of campus to help navigate all the red brick buildings!

Upcoming Events

Jan 14 | 9:00am - Jan 16 | 12:00pm

Spring 2026 International Student Orientation

Join us for International Student Welcome & Orientation Program that begins on Wednesday, January 14th , 2026! This program precedes the New Falcon Experience and provides useful information regarding your immigration status, adjusting to the U.S. and life at Bentley, getting set up (phones, social security numbers, and more!), and will also serve as an opportunity to connect with new and returning international students. Schedule at a Glance (locations and additional details coming soon) Wednesday, January 14th (Students & Families) 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM International Student Move-In Location: 310 Lobby, 3rd Floor, Student Center 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Welcome Pizza Party: Food, Raffles, Meet Your Classmates Location: Harry’s Pub, 1st Floor, Student Center Thursday, January 15th (Students Only) 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM Welcome Breakfast Location: 921 Dining Hall, Student Center 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM Welcome Session Location: Back Bay Room B & C, Student Center 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM Immigration Information Session (F-1 Students) Location: Back Bay A, Student Center 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM Immigration Information Session (J-1 Students) Location: Back Bay B & C, Student Center 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM Academic Success & U.S. Classroom Culture Location: Back Bay B & C, Student Center 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM Cultural Adjustment Session: Story Circles Location: Back Bay B & C, Student Center 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch Location: 921 Dining Hall, Student Center 1:00 PM January Orientation Programming Begins 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Vendor Fair & Immunization Clinic Location: Student Center 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Dinner Location: 921 Dining Hall, Student Center 7:15 PM – 9:30 PM Target Trip Location: Meet in front of Collins Hall Friday, January 16th (Students & Families) 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM Breakfast Location: 921 Dining Hall, Student Center 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM Exchange Student Session Location: LaCava 375 AB

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Jan 16 | 10:15am - 11:00am

Academic Overview- First Year

First year falcons, join us in LaCava for all things academics to learn how to be successful in your first semester and beyond!

LaCava EDR

Jan 16 | 10:15am - 12:00pm

Exchange Student Support

Exchange Students, join us for a time of additional supports and resources to ease transition into life at Bentley!

LaCava 375

Jan 16 | 10:15am - 11:00am

Academic Overview- Transfer

Transfer falcons, join us for all things academics to learn how to be successful in your first semester at Bentley and beyond!

Koumantzelis

Jan 16 | 11:00am - 12:00pm

Drop In Student Accessibility Services

Need someone to talk about accommodations and accessible needs? Stop by Jennison 336 for Drop In Student Accessibility Services.

Jennison 336

Jan 16 | 11:00am - 12:30pm

Drop In Schedule Assistance

Need last minute help on your schedule? Get help from academic support staff in the Smith Trading Room for all of your registration needs!

Trading Room

Jan 16 | 11:00am - 12:00pm

Campus Tours

Want to get the full Bentley experience, join your OLs for a tour of campus and a time to connect.

Upper Campus

Jan 16 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lunch

Long day? Take a lunch break in the 921, sit with your OLs, new friends, or use this a time to connect with students from other groups!

921 Dining Hall

Jan 16 | 1:15pm - 2:45pm

Academic Resource Fair

Join us in LaCava for a chance to connect with staff and or students who can get you connected with resources and tips to be successful, academically, in your time at Bentley!

LaCava 325

Jan 16 | 3:00pm - 3:30pm

MLK Day overview

One of our favorite days on campus is when we come together to honor the legacy of MLK JR. MLK Day is day where students, faculty, staff, and adminstrators come together to learn ways to engage and elevate our community. Join us in learning about all the ways we celebrate the legacy of MLK Jr on MLK Day!

Lacava EDR