Students holding a Welcome to Belmont sign during move in day

Spring Semester Start

Spring Orientation + Orientation Checklist

Spring Orientation: January 8-9, 2024

Towering Traditions Spring Orientation is designed for first-year and transfer undergraduate students enrolling at Belmont University for the start of the Spring semester. This mandatory orientation program for new students includes academic orientation, course registration, financial information, and other activities to help connect you to the Belmont community. Spring Orientation will take place on January 8-9, 2024. Parents are welcome and encouraged to join their students for the January 8th sessions.

Have a question? Email us at orientation@belmont.edu.

Students who register for Spring Orientation before December 6 th qualify for early course registration. Early course registration will be open from November 28 th -December 6 th. Students unable to register for courses before December 6 th will have the opportunity to register for courses during Spring Orientation on January 8 th.

To participate in early course registration, new students will need to:

STEP #1: Register for Spring Orientation: Starting November 14, students who have submitted their enrollment deposit will receive an email from the New Student Orientation Office with instructions on how to register for spring orientation. Follow these instructions and register for Spring Orientation.

STEP #2: Email Your Academic College: Once students have registered for Spring Orientation, students can email their Academic College inquiring about participating in the Early Course Registration opportunity. See below for the contact for each academic college.

Contact for Academic Colleges

Academic College Department/Major Main Contact Main Contact Email
Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business Audio Engineering Technology, Creative & Entertainment Industries, Emerging Media, Journalism, Media Production, Motion Pictures, Music Business, Publishing, Songwriting, Sport Administration Tina Dishman/ Michelle Ryan cembadvising@belmont.edu
Jack C. Massey College of Business Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, General Business, Business Systems & Analytics, International Business, International Economics, Management, Marketing, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Supply Chain Management, Social Entrepreneurship Katie Rockey masseyadvising@belmont.edu
Gordon E. Inman College of Nursing Nursing Tiffany Blalock tiffany.blalock@belmont.edu
College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Social Work, Exercise Science, Public Health Jennifer Crowell jennifer.crowell@belmont.edu
College of Sciences & Mathematics Biology (BIO), Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, Environmental Science, Math, Neuroscience, Pharmaceutical Studies, Physics, Psychology, Lynn Jones linda.jones@belmont.edu
Undeclared Undeclared Majors David Sneed david.sneed@belmont.edu
College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences English, Sociology, Communication Studies, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, History, History and Public Policy, Asian Studies, World Languages and Cultures, Philosophy, Social Media Management, Political Science, International Politics, Politics & Public Law Susan Finch susan.finch@belmont.edu
College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Biblical Languages, Biblical Studies, Christian Leadership, Church Leadership & Administration, Faith & Social Justice, Philosophy of Religion, Religion and the Arts, Religious Studies, Worship Leadership, Global Leadership Studies, Legal Studies Susan Finch susan.finch@belmont.edu
College of Education Educational Studies, Elementary Education (K-5), English Second Language, Secondary Education (6-12), Special Education Cathy Eschete cathy.eschete@belmont.edu
College of Music & Performing Arts School of Music: BA Music, Church Music, Commercial Music, Musical Theatre, Music Composition, Music Ed, Music with Outside Minor, Music Performance, Music Technology, Music Theory, Music Therapy, Piano Pedagogy Gina Lackore gina.lackore@belmont.edu
College of Music & Performing Arts Theatre BA and Theatre BFA (Directing, Performance, Theatre Education, and Production Design) Brent Maddox brent.maddox@belmont.edu
Watkins College of Art Art Education, Art History, BA in Art Studies, Studio Art, Design Communications, Experiential Design, Illustration, Photography, Photographic Studies Paul Nestler paul.nestler@belmont.edu
O'More College of Architecture & Design Architecture, Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design Emily Kynerd emily.kynerd@belmont.edu

Each year, we work to create a schedule that is relevant to the needs of new students and their families. Our goal is to provide new students and families with the foundation they need to be successful at Belmont.

Monday, January 8, 2024

Students Living On-Campus: Residence Hall Move-In

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Various Locations

For those students living on-campus, students will receive more information about move-in after housing assignments are made in early December. New students move into their residence halls as assigned by the Office of Residence Life in their move-in packetsMove-In help will be between 9:00am-12:00pm on Monday, January 8, 2024. More specific individual information will follow in December.   

STUDENT & PARENT SESSIONS  

Spring Orientation Check-In | Students & Parents  
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Beaman Student Life Center Lobby  

Check-in with the Towering Traditions Orientation Program .

  1. Pick up spring orientation schedule booklet and name tag 
  2. Get key information for the day and complete the registration process 
  3. Pick up coupon for free lunch on campus for students and guests. 

Lunch | Student & Parents   

11:00 - 12:30 p.m. | Harrington Place Dining  

Enjoy a complimentary lunch! You can pick up your free lunch coupons on spring orientation check-in in the Beaman Student Life Center Lobby.  

Welcome to Belmont | Student & Parents   

12:45 - 1:15 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center 

Welcome to Belmont! We are so excited you are here for your Spring Orientation experience.  In this opening session, you will meet the Orientation Council – your student-led crew that is here to help you navigate the ins-and-outs of life at Belmont. 

Framing the Transition | Students & Parents  

1:15 - 1:20 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center  

This season of transition can be filled with excitement and even a little nervousness. The Office of New Student Orientation has intentionally crafted structures and processes to help you navigate the transition. Before we get into the logistics of the day, we want to provide you with a framework to help you navigate the journey into the Belmont community.

Spiritual Life at Belmont | Student & Parents   

1:20 - 1:30 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center  

Belmont believes that spiritual life is a crucial aspect of your holistic development. This session gives you a glimpse into how Belmont approaches faith and spirituality.   

The Belmont Education | Student & Parents   

1:30 - 1:45 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center  

The Belmont education is designed to make our students informed and engaged citizens who think critically, act ethically and communicate effectively. In this session, we will cast a vision of academic life at Belmont – painting a picture of all the exceptional learning experiences awaiting you!   

Student Life at Belmont: Key Resources for the Spring Semester | Students & Parents  

1:45 - 1:55 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center  

Life at Belmont is beyond in-class academics. In this session, you will hear from key Student Life staff about all the ways to get connected to the Belmont community. You will also learn about the resources available to help students thrive while at Belmont.  

Investing in Your Belmont Education  | Student & Parents   

1:55 - 2:13 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center  

The Office of Student Financial Services assists students and parents in developing a plan to successfully invest in their Belmont education. This session will provide information on payment schedules, tuition, fees, and other information associated with your student account.  

STUDENT ONLY SESSIONS 

Community of Care | Student Only Session  

2:15 - 2:45 p.m. | Johnson Theater 

Here at Belmont, we believe caring is cool. At this main session, hear more about Belmont’s commitment to each other, our commitment to our core community values, and the implications these commitments have for our day-to-day life together. Lineup includes: Campus Conduct, Title IX, and Campus Security.  

Travel to Course Registration Locations  

2:45 - 2:55 p.m. | Various Locations  

Meet Your College + Prepare for Course Registration | Students only  

2:55 - 3:30 p.m. | Various Locations  

Simply put, we want you to succeed in getting your Belmont degree!  In this session, you will connect with your Academic College and learn about the courses specific to your major. Each college will provide you with a step-by-step process on how to register for courses.  

Register for Spring Courses | Students only  

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Various Locations  

It is time to officially make your fall semester schedule! If you encounter any issues along the way, faculty, staff, and current students will be available to help!  

New Student Dinner | Students Only   

5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Harrington Place Dining in Johnson Center Dining Hall  

New students enjoy a complimentary dinner prepared by the Belmont Dining Services. The Orientation Council will be in the Dining Hall awaiting your arrival. This meal is complimentary for spring semester start students.   

Bruin Connect | Students Only   

6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Meet in Beaman Student Life Center Lobby  

Join the Orientation Council and connect with other new students.   

PARENT ONLY SESSIONS

Parent Reception | Parents Only  

2:15 - 3:00 p.m. | Gabhart A&B located in the Gabhart Student Center 

This break will give parents a chance to stretch your legs and make key connections. Key faculty and staff will also be present to answer questions and help you connect to the Belmont community.   

Life at Belmont | Parents Only  

3:00 - 4:15 p.m. | Gabhart A&B located in the Gabhart Student Center 

Life at Belmont is full of possibilities and opportunities. In order to give you a fuller picture of Life at Belmont, the next session highlights several key departments on campus.   

Lineup Includes:   

3:00-3:05 | Welcome 

3:05-3:15 | Administrative Resources for Parents  

3:15 - 3:25 p.m. | Campus Security   

3:25 - 3:35 p.m. | Career and Professional Development   

3:35 - 3:45 p.m. | Leadership Opportunities: BOLD + Student Engagement  

3:45 - 3:55 p.m. | Student Support  

3:55 - 4:15 p.m. | Parent Programs   

Reconnect with Your Student   

4:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Most students will complete course registration between 4:00-5:00 p.m. You will be able to connect with your student once they complete course registration and the parent programming concludes. Students will continue our student-only programming with the New Student Dinner at 5:00 p.m. in the Harrington Place Dining.   

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

STUDENT ONLY SESSIONS 

Student Life Introductions | Students Only

9:00 - 9:30 a.m. | Gabhart A&B located in the Gabhart Student Center 

We want you to make the most of your time at Belmont! This session, highlights several opportunities and resources to help you get on the right path as you start your Belmont story.  

Session Line Up Includes:   

9:00 - 9:15 a.m. | Student Engagement & Leadership  

9:15 - 9:25 a.m. | Orientation Council’s Top Advice  

9:20 - 9:30 a.m. | Insights from Director of New Student Orientation  

Free Breakfast in Nashville with the Orientation Council | Students Only

9:30 - 11:30 a.m. | Meet in Gabhart A&B located in the Gabhart Student Center 

One of the great things about Belmont is it is located in the amazing city of Nashville! Start your morning off right by joining the Orientation Council as we go and grab breakfast in one of the great Nashville hot spots. This meal is on the house!  

Campus Tour | Students Only   

11:30 a.m. | Meet in the downstairs Beaman Lobby 

If you want to get a better feel for campus, join us on this student led campus tour. In this tour, we will make sure you feel comfortable navigating campus for your first day of classes.  

TAKING CARE OF DETAILS   

We know that the start of your semester is a busy time filled with last minute appointments and details. We’ve designed the orientation schedule so that you can visit on-campus offices as well as run important errands. At this time, the Orientation Council will be available to help point you in the right direction to take care of your last-minute needs.    

All on-campus offices are open from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. today.  Walk-in appointments are available at many offices you may wish to visit and these offices can assist you in answering questions you might have regarding your time at Belmont. We’ve created a list of suggested items that can help you get your academic year started:  

  • Visit Student Financial Services for any personal questions regarding your student account or tuition payment options.  
  • Visit Belmont Central to add Bruin Bucks to your student account.  
  • Stop by Campus Security to pick up your Belmont Student ID or submit for your parking pass.  
  • For any questions regarding transfer credits from previous institutions, visit the Office of the Registrar.  
  • Log into your MyBelmont account to make fine tune adjustments to your schedule or review it.   
  • Order your books online through Bruin Books.  
  • If needed, visit Counseling Services, Disability Services, or Health Services for assistance setting up continuation of care.  
  • Visit a local department or grocery store to get final supplies before classes start.  
  • Stop by The Bruin Shop to get your Bruin Gear. 

Learn more details about Spring Orientation

If you have applied for and been accepted to on-campus housing, the Office of Residence Life will contact you with information regarding your move-in. For questions about on-campus housing or move-in, please contact the Office of Residence Life directly at 615-460-5802 or reslife@belmont.edu.

Visit Residential Life for more information

Spring Orientation Checklist

We realize the "coming to college task list" can be daunting and confusing. There are so many to-do's and tasks it can be easy to be overwhelmed. Don't worry, we have you covered! Belmont's orientation checklist is your one-stop, everything you need in one place, master checklist to help you complete key tasks as you prepare for life at Belmont! Here are just a few items that you will find on the checklist to get you started!

Contact Us

We're here to make your transition to Belmont as seamless as possible! If you have questions, feel free to contact us!

Email: orientation@belmont.edu

Phone: (615) 460-8529