“My classes stress the interconnectedness of knowledge. A recent Fulbright fellowship provided the opportunity to work with undergraduate and graduate students at Kyoto Seika University in Japan. My teaching at Colby-Sawyer College is enhanced thanks to this experience.”
Fine and Performing Arts Professor Jon Keenan
new student faq
General Orientation/Move-In Questions
Are Parent Orientation Programs included in the New Student Orientation Program?
How should my parent/guest(s) and I dress for the orientation activities?
Campus Questions
Communications & Finance Questions
Answers
When is Orientation?
Orientation is September 2-5, 2011.
When do classes begin?
Classes begin on Tuesday, September 6, 2011.
When do I arrive on campus and what do I need to check-in?
You will arrive on Friday, September 2, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. for check-in. Commuter students need to check in and should park in the Hogan Center parking lot. Resident students should park near their residence hall. You will check-in at Wheeler Hall in the Ware Campus Center.
What is Orientation and why do I have to attend?
Orientation is your formal introduction to the Colby-Sawyer community. During these days, you will have the opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and students and begin to make life-long friends, learn about your community responsibilities, establish yourself in the intellectual life of the campus, find out about people, places, and programs, and have fun and prepare yourself for discovery!
Who is required to attend orientation?
All new first-year and transfer students planning to enroll in full-time at Colby-Sawyer.
When will students receive orientation materials?
Information about orientation will be available at check in.
Are Parent Orientation Programs included in the New Student Orientation Program?
There is a Parent Orientation Program on Friday, September 2nd.
What materials will I need for orientation?
A notebook, pen or pencil to take notes or write down questions and a back-pack or bag may be helpful to carry your orientation materials.
How should my parent/guest(s) and I dress for the orientation activities?
Orientation activities are casual, so dress for comfort (especially your shoes-there will be some walking involved!). Don't forget a light jacket or sweater. It tends to get cool. You may also want to bring an umbrella...just in case!
When does my meal plan start?
The meal plan for new students begins with lunch in the dining hall, on the lower level of the Ware Campus Center, at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 2, 2011.
When will I buy my books?
You will have a number of occasions to buy your books before classes begin on Tuesday, September 6th.
What is the weather like in New London, NH?
Click here for the latest local forecast: The Weather Channel
Can I bring my car and how do I register it?
Yes, all students are eligible to bring and register their vehicles at a cost of $50.00 per academic year. First Year and transfer students should be aware that parking is limited and your decision to bring a vehicle on campus should be made accordingly. Parking assignments are developed using an academic credit system, thus all first year students, sophomores, and members of the junior class registering vehicles may be assigned to Lot K (which runs adjacent to Mercer Field). You will receive information about registering your car during Orientation.
What furniture will be in my residence hall room?
Your room will be equipped with a bed, dresser, desk, and desk chair for each resident.
Do I need a computer?
No, you are not required to own a computer at Colby-Sawyer, however, last year well over 90% of students brought computers. The college provides newly equipped computer labs conveniently located in Colgate Hall and the Library/Learning Center. In addition, there are a number of computer equipped classrooms and specialized mini-labs. Each computer lab is equipped with a high duty-cycle laser printer for students to use.
If I want to buy a computer or already have one I intend to bring, what do I need to know?
The college recommends the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system, but Windows 2000 or XP Home Edition will work. All student computers must pass through a certification process before receiving their internet connection. All students are entitled under the Microsoft Campus Agreement to receive a free copy of Microsoft Office Professional Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) for his or her personal computer. The College also provides free anti-virus and anti-spyware software for Windows systems and which are required to connect to the internet.
What do I need to access the Internet?
All Colby-Sawyer students are provided a computer and email account (user ID and password) for the duration of their enrollment. One Ethernet data port per student is provided in all dorm rooms, however, Internet connection through these ports is provided only to computers that meet security requirements. If you don't have your own computer, you can use your user ID and password to log on to any College lab computer. Macintosh computers running OS X can access most network resources including internet. New students receive computer and email account information during the summer.
What is my campus mailing address?
Your campus mailing address is 541 Main Street, New London, NH 03257. Mail is sorted alphabetically, so there is no need to include your hall or room number. All residential students are assigned mailboxes and are expected to pick up their mail on a regular basis. You will receive your mailbox combination when you check-in for Orientation on Friday, September 2, 2011.
Do I need an answering machine for my phone?
Voice mailboxes are provided for all students, including commuter students, at Colby-Sawyer, so you won't need to bring an answering machine. You will receive your voice mail number and information that describes how you access your messages during Orientation. Because many faculty and staff members use voice mail to transmit information, it is essential that you check your messages daily.
Where are ATM's located on-campus?
The Hogan Sports Center Lobby (Lake Sunapee Bank ATM)
What financial institutions are located in New London?
Lake Sunapee Bank
150 Main Street
New London, NH 03257
www.lakesunbank.com
603-526-2535
Ledyard National Bank
178 County Road
New London, NH 03257
www.ledyardbank.com
603-526-7725
Mascoma Savings Bank
47 Newport Road
New London, NH 03257
www.mascombank.com
603-526-9306
Sugar River Savings Bank
Newport Road
New London, NH 03257
www.sugarriversavingsbank.com
603-526-2060
