New Student Orientation
Come see what BYU-Idaho is all about. New Student Orientation introduces you to the culture and climate of BYU-Idaho with lots of fun events.
Get ready for your college experience by learning what the campus is like and all the available resources to help you succeed.
Spring 2026 New Student Orientation Schedule
Friday, April 17th, Saturday April 18th
You may park on campus during New Student Orientation without a permit. However, parking permits are required the day classes start.
You may park on campus during New Student Orientation without a permit. However, parking permits are required the day classes start.
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Students
Walk Your Schedule Tours
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
- Go on a personalized tour to find all your classes.
Students
RM Night
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Special Events/Little Theater (View on Map)
Come join us for a devotional with the Hammonds, followed by refreshments and a service project.
Special Events/Little Theater (View on Map)
Come join us for a devotional with the Hammonds, followed by refreshments and a service project.
Saturday, April 18th 2026
Students
Walk Your Schedule Tours
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
- Go on a personalized tour to find all your classes.
Students
Check-in
1:00 pm - 1:30pm
BYU-Idaho Center Courts (View on Map)
Check-in for New Student Orientation to confirm your group number and receive your T-shirt. Meet your BYUI 101 mentor group.
BYU-Idaho Center Courts (View on Map)
Check-in for New Student Orientation to confirm your group number and receive your T-shirt. Meet your BYUI 101 mentor group.
Students
Mentor Connections
1:30 pm - 2:00pm
BYU-Idaho Center Courts
Connect with your mentor and mentor group for your first semester at BYU-Idaho.
BYU-Idaho Center Courts
Connect with your mentor and mentor group for your first semester at BYU-Idaho.
Students
President’s Welcome
2:20 pm - 2:45 pm
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President Meredith officially welcomes you to campus.
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President Meredith officially welcomes you to campus.
Students
Student Activities Showcase
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Learn about all the exciting activities and events to participate in on campus.
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Learn about all the exciting activities and events to participate in on campus.
Students
I-Night
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m
Start the school year at the largest student event on campus! I-Night includes games, laser tag, rock climbing, karaoke, dancing, and lots of food.
Start the school year at the largest student event on campus! I-Night includes games, laser tag, rock climbing, karaoke, dancing, and lots of food.
Parent Orientation Schedule
Parent activities will take place on Saturday, April 18th giving you the opportunity to explore the campus, learn about resources, and see how you can support your student as they begin this exciting journey.
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Parents
Walk Your Schedule Tours
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
- Go on a personalized tour to find all your classes.
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Parents
Check-in
1:00 pm - 1:15pm
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Head to the Taylor Cultural hall to check in for Parent Orientation! You’ll receive your Parent Folder packed with need-to-know info and some fun swag created especially for our BYU-Idaho parents.
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Head to the Taylor Cultural hall to check in for Parent Orientation! You’ll receive your Parent Folder packed with need-to-know info and some fun swag created especially for our BYU-Idaho parents.
Parents
Parent Info Fair
1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Visit each booth to learn more about resources for parents and students.
Taylor Cultural Hall (View on Map)
Visit each booth to learn more about resources for parents and students.
Parents
President’s Welcome
2:20 pm - 2:45 pm
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President Meredith officially welcomes you to campus.
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President Meredith officially welcomes you to campus.
Parents
Student Activities Showcase
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Learn about all the exciting activities and events to participate in on campus.
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Learn about all the exciting activities and events to participate in on campus.