Pre-Flight Programs will help you get involved on campus early, meet other students with similar interests, and acclimate to your new home away from home — all before Take Flight Orientation officially begins. You’ll be able to move into your fall residence hall room when you arrive to campus for your Pre-Flight Program, which is several days before the rest of new students will arrive. Commuter students will be able to live on campus for the duration of their Pre-Flight Program if interested.
Review Pre-Flight Program information below and learn about what each program has to offer!
2022 Pre-Flight Program Dates
May 4: Registration Opens
June 3: Registration Closes
June 10: Students receive placement information
August 21: Move-In, Parent & Family Welcome Session, Programs Begin
August 22–24: Programs Meet
Program Costs
There is no cost to participate, however, to reserve your spot students will have a $25 refundable registration deposit placed on their account. Following your attendance at Pre-Flight Programs, the $25 registration deposit will be credited back to your account. This in no way affects your overall financial assistance package, and there is no payment required at time of registration. If you have questions about the refundable registration deposit, please contact Samantha Proffitt, Senior Director of Student Engagement.
Eligibility
All new incoming students to Susquehanna University (residential and commuter) beginning in the fall are eligible to register for a Pre-Flight Program. Please review each program’s eligibility requirements as some programs have specific eligibility requirements. For questions regarding specific programs, please reach out to individual program coordinators listed below.
New international students and new fall student-athletes who may arrive early to campus will be invited to attend evening programming as your schedule allows.
Program Registration
To secure your spot, register using the link below. Students will be asked to rank programs according to their preference. While students’ first choice is not guaranteed, we do our best to place students in one of their top three choices.
If programs reach registration capacity prior to the registration deadline, registration will turn into a waitlist. We will do our best to accommodate as programs fill.
Registering early does not guarantee a first-choice placement as some programs have specific eligibility requirements.
2022 Registration has now closed.
Explore your leadership with the Pre-Flight opportunity to connect with like-minded students while breathing in fresh air and ideas at the Explore Leadership Retreat. Explore engages participants in dynamic leadership classes and team building activities – all while in the great outdoors! This off-campus leadership retreat is offered by ATLAS, a group of Susquehanna students who, like you, know the importance of discovering and developing leadership skills. Explore is the perfect first step to unlocking your leadership potential to kick off your journey at Susquehanna!
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
Depart SU for Retreat Center |
Outdoor Personal Challenge & High Ropes Course |
Final Leadership Workshop |
|
12 p.m. |
Arrive at Retreat Center & Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Outdoor Wilderness & Leave No Trace Workshop |
Leadership Workshops |
Depart for White Water Rafting |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
Pool / Break Time |
Leadership Workshops |
Return to SU |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Leadership Workshops & Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Outdoor Team Building Course & Leadership Workshops |
Outdoor Trust Trail Course & Camp Fire |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
Explore is open to all new incoming students. There is no additional cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis. The deadline for your RSVP is June 3.
Program Coordinator
For more information or questions about registration, please contact:
Samantha Proffitt
Senior Director of Student Engagement
proffitt@susqu.edu | 570-372-4753
Each august, motivated new students arrive on campus early to learn about what it means to be a civically engaged scholar at Susquehanna through participating in SPLASH! Students Promoting Leadership, Awareness, and Service through Humanitarian efforts is our Pre-Flight Program for those interested in experiential learning, community involvement and volunteering.Through a series of meaningful service projects and interactive workshops on campus and in our community, you will learn the ways that community engagement can converge with personal growth and the greater good. Participants form lasting relationships with each other, their mentors and the staff and partners of the Johnson Center for Civic Engagement.
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
Volunteer w/ Local Community Organization |
REC Service Projects & Tour |
Campus Garden Service Projects & CEER Tour |
|
12 p.m. |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Tour & Service Project with Local Community Organization |
Importance of Voting Panel |
Sustainability & Environmental Justice Discussion |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
Guided Group Reflection |
Guided Group Reflection |
Final Group Reflection & Celebration Wrap-Up! |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Tie-Dye |
Yoga |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
SPLASH is open to all new incoming students. There is no additional cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis. The deadline for your RSVP is June 3.
Program Coordinator
For more information or questions about registration, please contact:
Jordain Moore
Coordinator for the Johnson Center for Civic Engagement
moorejordain@susqu.edu | 570-372-4756
The Scholar Early Experience at Susquehanna University (SeeSU) is an invitation-only Pre-Flight Program coordinated through the Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI). This precursor to our yearlong peer mentorship program, SUConnects, is open to high-achieving, admitted first-year students from BIPOC and other historically underrepresented populations.
This four-day pre-flight program is packed with experiences such as:
- In-depth exploration of campus resources,
- Early introductions to faculty and staff members,
- Skill-building to aid in the transition to college, and
- Social activities to build community and friendships before the semester begins.
After participating in SeeSU, first-year scholars in the SUConnects Mentorship Program will be prepared and excited for their time as a Susquehanna River Hawk to begin!
SUConnects Mentorship Program
The SUConnects Mentorship Program pairs experienced, high-achieving, upper-class students with incoming first-year students from underrepresented backgrounds to build a strong, safe community; a sense of belonging at SU; and a culture of excellence. SUConnects empowers students to reach their highest potential through academic and personal goals, which will result in a meaningful and successful 4-year college experience.
Visit the Center for Diversity and Inclusion page for more information.
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
Biology Lab Session |
Interfaith Tour |
Faculty Session |
|
12 p.m. |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Wellness Session |
Creative Writing Session |
Treasure Quest! |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
Student-led Discussion: Culture |
Library & VIP Center Workshops |
Student-led Discussion & Closing Session |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Tie-Dye |
Yoga |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
While the Center for Diversity and Inclusion is committed to the success of all our incoming students, participation in this program is by invitation only. There is no additional cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis. The deadline for your RSVP is June 3.
Program Coordinator
For more information or questions about registration, please contact:
Amy Davis
Assistant Director of Inclusion & Diversity
davisam@susqu.edu | 570-372-4590
Bridge to the Boardroom provides a unique experience to incoming business students who want an early opportunity to meet other new students, connect with faculty and staff, and get a jump start on their path to becoming a business executive.
By the completion of Bridge to the Boardroom, students will:
- Create community with fellow students, faculty and campus partners,
- Develop networking and personal branding skills, and
- Complete a team-based consulting project with a local organization.
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
Meet Recent SWSB Alumni |
Effective Presentation Skills Workshop |
Personal Branding Workshop |
|
12 p.m. |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Site Visit with Community Partner |
Team Building Activity |
Work Session: Team Presentation |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
Idea Generation Activity |
Work Session: Team Presentation |
Team Presentation to Community Partner |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Tie-Dye |
Yoga |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
All incoming students to the Sigmund Weis School of Business can apply. The program has space for up to 20 student participants, and program directors are committed to assembling a cohort of students with diverse interests and experiences.
There is no cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit. Additionally, student participants will receive a $200 scholarship to the university’s bookstore to use towards their first-semester books.
The deadline for your RSVP is June 3.
Program Coordinators
For more information or questions about registration, please contact the faculty co-directors:
Anjee Gorkhali, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Finance & Analytics
gorkhali@susqu.edu | 570-372-4464
Mike Ozlanski ’05, Ph.D., CPA
Associate Professor of Accounting & Department Head
ozlanski@susqu.edu | 570-372-4516
SU Service Leaders (SUSL) is a four-year internship program of coaching and development designed to get you career ready. You’ll work with community partners who focus on youth development and community engagement. Every program experience is meant to both challenge you and develop essential skills to prepare you for your careers. You’ll also receive intentional mentoring, support, and training — and learn together with your peers.
SUSL Orientation is designed to help students transition to Susquehanna University life and prepare them for a successful first semester. Components include service opportunities, workshops, and community building.
Visit the SUSL Program page to learn more! Follow us on Instagram!
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
SUSL Logistics Workshop |
Personality Assessment Workshop |
Community Partner Introductions & Networking |
|
12 p.m. |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Service Learning 101 |
Community Landmark Activity |
SUSL Elevator Pitch Workshop |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
Local Community Service Project |
Team Building Activities |
Reflection Workshop & Wrap-Up! |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Tie-Dye |
Yoga |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
While the Career Development Center is committed to the success of all our incoming students, participation in this program is by application and acceptance only to the SUSL Program, and limited to the first-year cohort. There is no additional cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit.
This Pre-Flight program is designed to optimize your Susquehanna experience by focusing on Mindful Wellness. Your days will be balanced with interactive activities to help you make new friends and connect with the University even before the semester starts. Mindful Wellness activities will include mindfulness, yoga and meditation, creative work, fun activities, as well as familiarizing you with mindfulness resources on campus. You will be prepared to balance the opportunities of college life through the creation of your personalized wellness plan and be equipped to be well and do well.
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
Dimensions of Wellness |
|
|
|
12 p.m. |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Koru Guided Meditation |
Koru Guided Meditation |
Koru Guided Meditation |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
Mindfulness Workshop |
Walk to the Susquehanna River |
Building Your Personal Wellness Plan |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Tie-Dye |
Yoga |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
Mindful Wellness is open to all new incoming students. There is no additional cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis The deadline for your RSVP is June 3.
Program Coordinators
For more information or questions about registration, please contact:\
Caroline Ross
Counselor, Counseling and Psychological Services
rosscaroline@susqu.edu | 570-372-4437
Jaime Carpenter
Office Coordinator, Director of Counseling Center
carpenterj@susqu.edu | 570-372-4751
Are you hoping to jump start your experience as a science major? Looking to learn more about how research experience can help get you to where you want to go? The Summer Collaborative Research Experience (SCORE) program is designed to help first-generation college students learn about the research opportunities available to Susquehanna students. You will be introduced to the faculty and research facilities in the sciences and make connections with other incoming students with similar interests in STEM careers.
Sample Schedule
Time |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
8 a.m. |
|
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
Breakfast |
10 a.m. |
Research Techniques in Cell & Molecular Biology |
Research Techniques in Chemistry & Biochemistry |
Research Techniques in Neuroscience |
|
12 p.m. |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
|
2 p.m. |
Research Techniques in Cell & Molecular Biology |
Research Design in Ecology |
Research Techniques |
|
4 p.m. |
Introductory Session |
How to Choose Your Right Major |
How to Prepare for Post-Graduate Opportunities |
Using Campus Resources |
6 p.m. |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
Dinner |
8 p.m. |
Movie |
Tie-Dye |
Yoga |
S’mores |
Eligibility, Registration and Fees
All first-generation incoming students interested in biology, biomedical science, biochemistry, chemistry, or neuroscience majors can apply. There is no additional cost to participate, but students will be charged a $25 refundable deposit.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis. The deadline for your RSVP is June 3.
Program Coordinators
For more information or questions about registration, please contact the faculty co-directors:
Dr. Peggy Peeler
Professor of Biology, Co-Director of Neuroscience
mpeeler@susqu.edu | 570-372-4207
Dr. Mike Parra
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
parra@susqu.edu | 570-372-4259