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First-Year Experience

The Office of First-Year Experience guides new students through their transition into the Denison community by creating a space to embrace the academic, social, and residential challenges and opportunities embedded in a four-year liberal arts college experience.

Nathan GravesNathan Graves,Associate Dean of Student Support, Director of Orientation & First-Yea…
Kate TullKate Tull,Associate Director of Orientation & First Year Experience

First-Year Experience

Orientation Programs

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Location: Higley Hall - 119
Phone: 740-587-6224
Fax: 740-587-5651  (Fax)
Related Sections:
Parents & Families (Alumni & Family Engagement)
International Student Support
Belonging & Inclusion
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Advising, Tutoring & Academic Support

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Get Oriented

Orientation at Denison takes many forms. One of them involves a backpack, a sleeping bag, a long walk, and a lot of fun.

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