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It's the main event. From your first semester on, you can audition for the mainstage play, work on fascinating research with your professor and use the latest high-tech equipment. It starts with New Student Orientation . Your first days at Bucknell will immerse you in scholarship, tradition and opportunities to discover what it means to become a member of the campus community. Many students will choose a Pre-Orientation program , giving them a fun head start on what's ahead. These opportunities and programs will help shape your experience during your four years here. You may find a new hobby, discover a new academic interest and make bonds with your fellow Bucknellians. New Student Orientation Learn how you'll bond with classmates through a variety of events while becoming familiar with Bucknell and the resources available to you. See what's next Explore Some of Our Pre-Orientation Programs * Get creative with classmates who share your passion for performing and visual arts. Arts First * Head outside with new friends as you explore the region's natural beauty. BuckWild * Connect with others interested in innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. Design Thinking Leadership * Discover the strong, globally minded community of support on campus. International Orientation Explore Pre-Orientation programs and registration information Read more Take a Closer Look at the First-year Experience First-year College Mentors Each of Bucknell's three colleges has its own first-year mentoring program to help students start pursuing life-changing experiences on and off campus from day one. Peer mentors answer questions and connect first-year students with opportunities like internships, events, clubs and organizations, undergraduate research, study abroad and much more. Explore all three first-year mentoring programs Get Involved on Campus With more than 200 clubs and organizations, students have the opportunity to explore new interests, make new friends and take on leadership opportunities. Explore our clubs and organizations Take a Closer Look at the Student Organizations * Explore the Bison Fellows Program Each Bison Fellows Program is paired with a first-semester class, which means you get to live and learn with students who share your interests, and connect with your professors both in and out of the classroom. Explore Bison Fellows Program * GenFirst! @ Bucknell College is a time of "firsts." For some, it is the first time being far away from home. For others, they are the first in their family to attend college. At Bucknell, many of our faculty and staff are members of the first generation community and here to help. If you are a first-generation student and would like to talk about your experiences, look for a "come talk to me" poster, there is a friendly first-generation faculty or staff member who would love to meet and chat with you. Learn about GenFirst! @ Bucknell More Resources for First-year Students * Academic support * Undergraduate research * Diversity, equity & inclusion * Religious & spiritual life Find your way See a campus map Contact Details First Year Experience Location Elaine Langone Center, Office 306 Contact 570-577-3782 [email protected] Want to learn more about Bucknell? Request information Site Footer (c)2026 Bucknell University. All rights reserved. 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