Orientation and Transition Programs

These transition programs run just prior to orientation. You may only participate in one of these programs. Transition programs include Roadmap to Success, Outdoor Challenge, WC Outdoor Adventure, Multicultural Affairs Pre-Orientation, and International Student Orientation. Watch the application deadlines for these programs closely.

It IS possible to participate in a transition program and an interest-based program. See the list of interest-based programs below.

First-year women interested in outdoor adventure can participate in WC Outdoor Adventure, a combined transitional program and living-learning residential program. Following the transitional program prior to orientation, students will have the opportunity to participate in outdoor programs and trips during the semester.

The Multi-Cultural Affairs Pre-Orientation program is designed to enhance the transition of incoming multiracial, Latino-Hispanic, Asian, African, and Native American students into the University.

The Roadmap to Success program offers faculty-led short courses on interesting topics, combined with developmental and skill-building seminars. Roadmap for First-Year Students continues into the academic year with monthly dinners and events aimed at helping first-year students transition into the academic and social life of Richmond with greater success.

First-year men interested in the outdoors can apply for Outdoor Challenge, which is designed to challenge leadership and communication skills, test mental strength, and encourage teamwork.

All new international students must attend International Orientation, which covers important topics like immigration, health insurance, and cultural and academic adjustment.

In addition to traditional residential living options, the University of Richmond offers first-year students living-learning communities in which students with common interests live together and share experiences that take their education far beyond the classroom. Program options for women include Healthy Living, Moore International, Ready for Moore, WC Outdoor Adventure, and Women in Math and Science. Program options for men include Explore UR World, RC Xtreme, and Spinning UR Web. 

The Peer Advisors and Mentors Program pairs first-year students with upper-class student mentors toward supporting adjustment, leadership, and engagement with the college experience.

A co-ed, non-residential learning community, R-Business is for first-year students interested in exploring the many facts of today’s business world.

The IQ science course is a first-year course for prospective majors interested in an integrated introduction to biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science. It is ideal for students with wide interests across the sciences, who like working with a team on challenging problems, and who want to view big scientific societal problems from multiple disciplines.

The nationally recognized WILL program for women explores gender and diversity issues both in and out of the classroom. Students strengthen their leadership skills as they actively work to create a more equitable world.