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.
Winter 2026 New Student Orientation Schedule
Monday, January 5th, Tuesday, January 6th, and Tuesday, January 13th
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.
Monday, January 5, 2026
Students
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.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Students
Walk Your Schedule Tours
9:00 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
Connect with your mentor and mentor group for your first semester at BYU-Idaho.
BYU-Idaho Center
Connect with your mentor and mentor group for your first semester at BYU-Idaho.
Students
President’s Welcome
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President and Sister Meredith officially welcome you to campus.
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President and Sister Meredith officially welcome you to campus.
Students
New Student Game Show
Students
Student Activities Showcase
3:20 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.
Students
Legacy Photo
4:20 pm - 4:45 pm
BYUI Letters
We invite you to attend our legacy photo in front of the BYUI Letters.
BYUI Letters
We invite you to attend our legacy photo in front of the BYUI Letters.
Students
BYUI Winter Welcome
4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
Taylor Quad
Join us for some hot chocolate, spudnuts, and some fun winter activities.
Taylor Quad
Join us for some hot chocolate, spudnuts, and some fun winter activities.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Students
Involvement Fair
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
BYU-Idaho Center Courts
Make the best of your campus experience at BYU-Idaho. Join us in the BYU-Idaho Center Courts to learn more about how to get involved in Student Activities, societies, and more because YOU belong.
BYU-Idaho Center Courts
Make the best of your campus experience at BYU-Idaho. Join us in the BYU-Idaho Center Courts to learn more about how to get involved in Student Activities, societies, and more because YOU belong.
Parent Orientation Schedule
Parent activities will take place on Tuesday, January 6th, 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.
Monday, January 5, 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.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Parents
Walk Your Schedule Tours
9:00 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.
Parents
Check-in
1:00 pm - 1:30pm
BYU-Idaho Center Courts (View on Map)
Head to the north end of the I-Center 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.
BYU-Idaho Center Courts (View on Map)
Head to the north end of the I-Center 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
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
BYU-Idaho Center (View on Map)
Visit each booth to learn more about resources for parents and students.
BYU-Idaho Center (View on Map)
Visit each booth to learn more about resources for parents and students.
Parents
President’s Welcome
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President and Sister Meredith officially welcome you to campus.
Hart Gym (View on Map)
Join us as President and Sister Meredith officially welcome you to campus.
Parents
New Student Game Show
Parents
Student Activities Showcase
3:20 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.
Parents
BYUI Winter Welcome
4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
Taylor Quad
Join us for some hot chocolate, spudnuts, and some fun winter activities.
Taylor Quad
Join us for some hot chocolate, spudnuts, and some fun winter activities.