New Student Orientation / Camp SE
New Freshmen
New first-time entering freshmen are required to attend Camp SE, which is designed to make the transition to college life as easy as possible. Camp SE is for everyone — residents, commuters, and non-traditional students. Students will have the opportunity to connect with faculty and other students, learn about Student Affairs and campus life, and make Southeastern feel more like home before classes begin. Camp SE dates and contact information are listed at se.edu/student-life/camp-se/.
Southeastern recommends that all first-time freshmen enroll in a two-hour orientation course, ORIE 1002 College Success. This course is designed to provide an opportunity for freshmen to learn, practice, and adopt specific strategies to support their success in college. Class time is spent in a variety of activities, including lectures, exercises, and group discussions of issues relevant to student success. This course is required for students enrolled in remedial courses and for students who are undecided majors.
The Big BLUE Experience
The Big BLUE Experience is Southeastern’s official orientation camp. It is a two-day, one-night experience that takes place off campus. The Big BLUE Experience is not just a summer orientation camp, but the beginning of a relationship between new students and Southeastern Oklahoma State University. While it is a great way for incoming students to learn the history and traditions of SE, connect with other students, and learn about resources, the primary goal is that every camper leaves feeling connected with a vital support system to help them succeed. For more information or to register, contact the Office of Student Life at (580) 745-2266 or visit se.edu/bigblue.
GOLD Orientation
All students new to Southeastern who will take any online classes are required to complete GOLD Orientation in Canvas. GOLD Orientation provides students with training on Canvas, Southeastern’s other technology resources, university services, and student success. Students will be required to review information and complete exercises in order to earn a badge at the end that will be submitted as proof of completion in their upcoming courses. GOLD Orientation will take 1–6 hours to complete depending on each student’s comfort level with the technology.