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UMF Orientation Days

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UMF Orientation Days

Welcome to University of Maine at Farmington!

We’re excited to have you join our community.

Welcome to UMF for Fall 2026! Whether you’re moving into residence halls, finding your classes, or meeting your future best friends, Orientation is here to guide your transition. Explore the August 28th Move In Day schedule below and get ready for a memorable start to your college journey. More about the full Orientation Weekend schedule to come.

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Incoming Student Move-In Day: August 28

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Student Check-In (Mantor Library)

Last Names A-L: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Last Names M-Z: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Commuters & Early Arrivals: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

8:00 AM – 1:00PM One Stop Shop (Olsen Student Center, North Dining Hall)

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Lunch (Olsen Student Center, South Dining Hall)

2:15 PM – 3:15 PM Information Sessions (Various Locations)

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Welcome Ceremony (Dearborn Gymnasium)

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM President’s Reception & Family Send-Off (Mantor Green)

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Dinner (Olsen Student Center, South Dining Hall)

Evening Activities:

Mandatory Residence Hall Meeting (Roberts Learning Center, Lincoln Auditorium)

Orientation After Hours: Bangers & Bites Karaoke (Olsen Student Center, The Landing)

Before You Arrive

As you pack, shop, and prepare for your journey to UMF, please keep a few items in mind that we’ll need from you when you arrive on campus (if you haven’t submitted them already):

Student ID Photo

Upload your photo for your UMF Student ID. Look for an email with the subject line “UMS Online Photo Submission” (check spam & promotions if you don’t see it). We will be taking photos on Move-In Day in the One Stop Shop, however there is no guarantee that we are able to print them all by your dinner. Your ID card is most importantly used for meal swipes as well as access into your residence hall.

Health Information

Housing Documents

Academic Planning

First Year Students: Make sure you have completed your Course Planning Form and agree to the financial terms and conditions statement that is linked to the Form (and included on your Student Center to do list). (Agreement is required for enrollment.) If you have a class schedule, you have completed this step. If not, reach out to your assigned advisor for more information.
Transfer Students: Meet with your assigned Advisor or Chairperson for course enrollment. Check your email for scheduling information. Agree to the Financial Terms and Conditions statement (located in your MaineStreet Student Center To Do List). (Agreement is required for enrollment.)

For more information about what to take care of before you arrive, scroll through the Pre-Arrival Checklist in your New Student Hub on MyCampus.

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If you have any Move-In or Orientation questions, please contact us.

Remember, if you’re new to UMF, Orientation is for you. We can’t wait to see you here!

Hannah Willihan
Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs
tel 207-778-7050
TYY (via Maine Relay Service) dial 711
umfadmit@maine.edu