Orientation

All students in the Class of 2017 must participate in the official Check-In and First-Year Orientation. This includes students who arrive early for athletic team trials, Quest, and P.R.I.D.E. Welcome Weekend.

During Orientation, you and your classmates will take part in two of Trinity College's oldest and most revered traditions, Matriculation and the Book Signing ceremony.
Check-In:       Thursday, August 29, 2013
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Koeppel Community Sports Center, 175 New Britain Ave.
First-Year Orientation: Program begins Thursday, August 29, 2013

Please call the Student Activities Office at 860-297-2171 if you have any questions about the Orientation programs.
The First-Year Program has more information on the Starting Out​ website.

Pre-Orientation Programs

Find out more here​.

P.R.I.D.E. Welcome Weekend
(Promoting Respect for Inclusive Diversity in Education)
Students participating in the P.R.I.D.E. Welcome Weekend will arrive on campus prior to the Orientation programs. 

International Student Orientation

Both first-year and exchange international students participate in P.R.I.D.E. and the First-Year Orientation. In addition, sessions are planned to meet the particular needs of international students, including a shopping trip for dormitory room needs and, most importantly, immigration law training.  Further questions may be directed to the Office of International Student Support. Phone: (860) 297-2005