Schedule of Events

Orientation events will take place Monday, August 18 – Friday, August 22. Students should prepare for a full time commitment during this time frame. Please note all events will be held in person, unless otherwise noted. 

See below for detailed information regarding MBA Class of 2027 Orientation. 

Monday, August 18
Dress Code: Business Professional
TimeEventAudienceAttendance
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
 

Check-in in 1300 Atrium. Main classroom: VMH 1330.

Continental Breakfast in 2333

All Class of 2027 StudentsRequired
9:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. MBA Class of 2027 Orientation 
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Van Munching Hall Tour
Tuesday, August 19
Dress Code: Business Professional with Blazer
TimeEventAudienceAttendance
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Check-in in 1300 Atrium. Main classroom: VMH 1330.

Light morning refreshments will be provided.

Notes:

  • Professional headshots/class photo will be taken in the morning.
  • Arrive on time!
All Class of 2027 StudentsRequired
9:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. MBA Class of 2027 Orientation Required
5:30 p.m. The day concludes with a social event with faculty and alumsHighly Encouraged
Wednesday, August 20
Dress Code: Business Professional
TimeEventAudienceAttendance
8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Check-in in 1300 Atrium. Main classroom: VMH 2202 (second floor of VMH).All Class of 2027 StudentsRequired
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. MBA Class of 2027 Orientation 
Thursday, August 21
Dress Code: UMD Spirit Wear
TimeEventAudienceAttendance
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 

Check-in outside VMH 2202 classroom. Main classroom: VMH 2202 (second floor of VMH).

MBA Class of 2027 Orientation

All Class of 2027 StudentsRequired
2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Prepare for bus departure to Washington Nationals Game. 

Bus departs from Mowatt Lane Circle at exactly 3:00 p.m.

Friday, August 22
Dress Code: Athletic Wear
TimeEventAudienceAttendance
8:45 a.m. SHARP

Challenge Course at the Eppley Recreation Center (ERC)!

  • Arrival: Outside of ERC (Climbing Wall): 8:45 a.m. sharp
  • Parking:
    • Annual or Fall 2025 Permit Holder?
      • 15 Minutes of Walking - Park in Lot 1 (b, c, or d as spaces are available)
    • Non-permit Holder?
  • Waiver:
  • Dress Code:
    • ​​​​​​​Athletic-wear
    • Closed-toe shoes (no Crocs or sandals)
  • What to Bring:
    • ​​​​​​​Water bottle
All Class of 2027 StudentsRequired
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.MBA Class of 2027 Participates in Challenge Course

All events are required unless otherwise noted. Schedule is subject to change.