| Time | Activity and Location |
|---|---|
| 9:30 to 10 a.m. |
Registration/Check-in - Curris Center, 1st Floor Student ID Photos – Curris Center, 1st Floor myGate Help Desk – Curris Center, 1st Floor Success Station – Curris Center, 2nd Floor University Bookstore –Curris Center, 2nd Floor (Event Coupons in bag) |
| 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. |
Opening Session - Lovett Auditorium New Student Programs - Beth Acreman V.P. Student Affairs - Dr. Robertson SGA President - Ali Khatib Associate Director of the Transfer Center - Alison Marshall |
| 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. |
Money Matters - Lovett Auditorium Your Racer Home - Lovett Auditorium Racer Resources - Lovett Auditorium |
| 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. |
Lunch - Winslow Dining Hall |
| 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. |
Academic Advising – Various Locations Across Campus |
| 2 to 2:30 p.m. |
Check Out - Curris Center, 1st Floor |
| 2 to 4:00 p.m. |
Student Financial Services Help Desk - Curris Center, 1st Floor |
| 2:30 to 2:45 p.m. |
Optional Campus Tours - Curris Center, 1st Floor Tour 1 starts at 2:30 p.m. Tour 2 starts at 2:45 p.m. |
Orientation
⚠️ FALL 2026
If you were unable to attend one of our scheduled Orientation sessions, contact us for information on next steps and preparing for the start of the Fall 2026 semester.
Please contact the Office of New Student Programs as soon as possible at msu.newstudentprograms@murraystate.edu.
Transfer students - please contact Summer Ellegood at sellegood4@murraystate.edu.
Spring 2027 Orientation on Friday, November 6, 2026
The college experience at Murray State begins with Racer Nation Orientation. It’s filled with fun and important activities, programs and opportunities to prepare you for a fantastic experience at Murray State!
Spring Orientation is a program for all new degree-seeking students entering Murray State University during the spring semester. Whether you are a first time freshman, a transfer student, parent or guest; you'll find things to interest and excite you about Murray State University.
The program is a combination of both educational and transitional sessions to prepare students for life at Murray State. You will make connections with faculty, staff and fellow Racers. We hope that through this orientation, you will obtain the information to begin the process and to feel like you are a part of the Racer Family! Remember, orientation is mandatory for all incoming new freshmen and new transfer students.
Register for Orientation
$75 NON-REFUNDABLE ORIENTATION FEE PAYMENT
Why register for Racer Nation Orientation?
- Schedule classes — get a head start on lining up your first semester of classes with the help of academic advisers.
- Order your Racer Book Bundle (opens Jan. 2026) — sign up to have your textbooks ready for you when you arrive for the fall semester.
- Learn more about Murray State — Learn more about the Racer community, student organizations, and different ways to get involved on campus.
- Meet new people — Orientation is a great chance to meet future classmates and make connections that last through college and beyond!
Racer Nation Orientation - 3-Part Series
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Day of Orientation — On the date of your orientation session, you will participate in sessions to help you learn more about financial aid and scholarships, student organizations and important resources available at Murray State University. You will also get to meet your academic areas and orientation leaders who will lead you through the day.
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Advising and Course Registration — Our advisors are excited to help you during your orientation day to assist you through the class registration process! You will attend an advising session with your academic college where you’ll be walked through the registration process in preparation for class scheduling between Nov. 3–6, 2026. View the class scheduling calendar.
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Racer Life — Come and reconnect with your orientation leaders and other new Racers in January. With a chance to win prizes, have fun and receive important information as you start your new Racer life!
Spring Orientation Schedule
Family/Guest Schedule
| Time | Activity and Location |
|---|---|
| 9:30 to 10 a.m. |
Registration/Check-in - Curris Center, 1st Floor Student ID Photos – Curris Center, 1st Floor myGate Help Desk – Curris Center, 1st Floor Success Station – Curris Center, 2nd Floor University Bookstore –Curris Center, 2nd Floor (Event Coupons in bag) |
| 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. |
Opening Session - Lovett Auditorium New Student Programs - Beth Acreman V.P. Student Affairs - Dr. Robertson SGA President - Ali Khatib Associate Director of the Transfer Center - Alison Marshall |
| 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. |
Money Matters - Lovett Auditorium Your Racer Home - Lovett Auditorium Racer Resources - Lovett Auditorium |
| 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. |
Lunch - Winslow Dining Hall |
| 1:30 to 2 p.m. |
What Your Students Wish You Knew - Visitor Center, Curris Center, 1st floor |
| 2 to 2:30 p.m. |
Check Out - Curris Center, 1st Floor |
| 2 to 4:00 p.m. |
Student Financial Services Help Desk - Curris Center, 1st Floor |
| 2:30 to 2:45 p.m. |
Optional Campus Tours - Curris Center, 1st Floor Tour 1 starts at 2:30 p.m. Tour 2 starts at 2:45 p.m. |