Note: Orientation plans could still change or go virtual due to the COVID-19 situation
New student move-in is Monday, October 12 from 8:30 am – noon.
Core 123
Join the EAGLES with Experience, Adventure, Group Leadership, Environment, and Style. Core 123 immerses you in SNU Tahoe's transformative way to learn. You will explore your interests, get the tools to shape your future, and become part of a community like no other.
Phase 1
You will start with a four-day Sierra Nevada Orientation (SNO) adventure - Base Camp or High Camp. You’ll take off on a student-led exploration of your new home, in the company of your fellow SNU students and peer mentors. SNO adventures are more than a class - they're an experience. Learn new skills, work on projects with impact, and sow the seeds of relationships that will enrich your life through college and beyond.
Phase 2
During the second week, you’ll dive into the teaching and learning styles that give an SNU Tahoe education so much impact. Your first week of classes will immerse you in the core ideas that ground your education: entrepreneurship and business leadership, science and sustainability, and communications and creativity. Here you will find the knowledge, skills, and experience to become a creative and confident thinker.
These first two weeks will prepare you to find your home at SNU.
SNO - Choose your adventure
Base Camp
Explore the natural wonders of your new backyard by foot, bike, and paddleboard.
- Paddleboard, kayak, and swim in pristine Lake Tahoe.
- Mountain bike the historic Flume Trail, or cruise the scenic East Shore Trail.
- Hike to panoramic vistas above Lake Tahoe for a picnic lunch.
- Build new relationships with your fellow students and peer mentors.
- Participate in a local beach clean-up project.
- Sleep in the comfort of your dorm room.
High Camp
A four-day backpacking expedition in the majestic Desolation Wilderness above Lake Tahoe.
- Backpack with everything you need for 4 days.
- Unroll your sleeping bag under the stars.
- Connect with yourself, your team, and the environment.
- Learn new skills to thrive in the wild.
- Meet backcountry rangers and participate in a service project.
Arriving
All students who need advising, to register, or to take a placement exams should arrive promptly at 8:30 am.
If you are unsure if you will be taking a placement exam, please call the Admissions Office. Students must submit a nonrefundable $150 deposit and the Admit Student Reply Form before they will be mailed an orientation and advising packet.
Getting Here
By Air: The Reno-Tahoe International Airport is the closest commercial airport, approximately 30 miles from SNU. The North Lake Tahoe Express provides scheduled shuttle service, reserve in advance.
Driving Directions: click HERE
Fall 2020 New Student Orientation Schedule
Monday October 12 |
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| 8:00am-6:00pm | SNU Campus Store Open: Prim Library First Floor |
| 8:30am-10:30am | Free Continental Breakfast: Patterson Hall Lobby |
| 8:30am-12:00pm | Late Placement Testing, Advising, & Registration: Prim Library 3rd Floor, Office 304 |
| 8:30am-12:00pm | Admissions Check-In: Patterson Hall Lobby Get your welcome packet. IT Help Desk available for laptop connectivity. |
| 8:30am-12:00pm | Residence Halls Open for Mandatory New and Transfer Student Move-In: Patterson Hall Lobby |
| 8:30am-12:00pm | Financial Aid Check-In: Patterson Hall Lobby |
| 11:00am-11:30am | SNU Tahoe Campus Tour: Patterson Hall Lobby |
| 12:00pm- 12:30pm | Welcome Address with Sierra Nevada University President: TCES 139/141 |
| 12:30pm-1:30pm | Eagles Have Landed BBQ: Patterson Dining Hall and Patio. New students and their families are invited to enjoy a complementary meal and meet SNU faculty and staff |
| 1:30pm-2:30pm | Mandatory Residence Life Information Session for New Students: TCES 139/141 with Lizzie Thibodeau. |
| 2:30pm-3:00pm | Student Account and Financial Aid Information Session: TCES 139/141 with Jackie Dontcho and Deanna Guasch. MANDATORY for PARENTS. |
| 2:30pm-6:00pm | Sierra Nevada Orientation (SNO) Courses Begin: Check-in on Patterson Patio & Lawn |
| 6:00pm-7:00pm | Dinner: Patterson Hall |
| 7:00pm-9:00pm | Sunset Walk to Hidden Beach: Come find out where all the students like to go to enjoy the lake. A leisurely 2 mile walk to our favorite local beach spot! |
Tuesday, October 13 |
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| 7:00am | High Campers Depart: Patterson Lawn, return on October 16 |
| 9:00am | Base Campers Meet to Begin Trips: Patterson Lawn |
| All SNO Participants will be in the field from Tuesday, October 13 - Friday, October 16, and in classroom sessions Monday, October 19 - Friday, October 22 | |
Monday, October 19 |
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| 10:00am-3:45pm | SNO Core 123 Class Sessions: Patterson Lawn |
| 4:00pm-5:30pm | Freshman Assessment Testing with Annamarie Jones: Prim Library |
Tuesday, October 20 |
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| 10:00am-3:45pm | SNO Core 123 Class Sessions: Patterson Lawn |
| 4:00pm-5:30pm | Freshman Assessment Testing with Annamarie Jones: Prim Library |
Wednesday October 21 |
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| 10:00am-3:45pm | SNO Core 123 Class Sessions: Patterson Lawn |
Thursday October 22 |
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| 10:00am-3:45pm | SNO Core 123 Class Sessions: Patterson Lawn |
Friday October 23 |
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| 9:00am-9:30am | Incline Hospital, Fire Department and Sheriff's Department Introductions: Patterson Hall |
| 9:30am-11:30pm | New Student Orientation Sessions: TCES 139/141 Bring your laptop!
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| 11:30am-12:30pm | Federal Work Study / Student Employment Orientation: with Dana Hoffelt. TCES 139/141 |
Patterson Dining Hall Meal Times: Breakfast 7:00am-10:00am; Lunch 11:45am-2:00pm; Dinner 5:00pm-7:00pm
SNU Tahoe Business Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
SNU Campus Store Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm. Located on the first floor of Prim Library.