Becoming a Bulldog

Explore Ferris with Virtual and In-Person Events for First-Year and Transfer Students

Meet the coaches and other first-year students, get your last-minute questions answered, learn how to use some of the important Ferris websites, get some advice from the coaches, and take a break with us.  Check out our tentative schedule below!  Check back often for updates.  

Event Agendas

**We had so much fun summer 2024 and look forward to seeing you summer 2025.  Below is an example of what to expect and come back to see what is in store in the future. 

Virtual EventS : Becoming a bulldog

August 13th, 2024 2:30pm-3:30pm via ZOOM
Discover Campus Jobs
Learn all about finding and applying for campus jobs with Missy Holihan from HR. Don’t
miss the chance to get ahead!

August 13th, 2024 4:00pm-5:00pm via ZOOM
Home Sweet Ferris: Housing Q&A
Join us to learn all about Ferris State Housing and get your questions answered.
Students and Parents are welcome!

August 14th, 2024 12:00pm-1:30pm via ZOOM
Ferris Meet & Connect
Come meet your Peer Engagement Coach, learn about RSOs and Greek life, and form
connections with your peers!

August 14th, 2024 2:00pm-3:00pm via ZOOM
Next Stop: Ferris State!
Learn about the differences between high school and college with Dave
Schrock.

August 15th, 2024 4:30pm-5:30pm via ZOOM
Meet Your Engineering Dean
Join us to meet Kate O’Connor, ask questions about the program, and explore
opportunities for engineering students!

August 15th, 2024 6:00pm and 7:00pm via ZOOM
Right Major? Let’s Find Out!

August 16th, 2024 2:00pm-3:00pm via ZOOM
Online Resources 101: Dive In!
Explore solutions to first-year challenges and gain a deeper understanding of your
chosen major.

August 17th, 2024 12:00pm-3:00pm via ZOOM
Drop In & Ask Anything
Drop in anytime and ask any last-minute questions!

CHECK YOUR FERRIS EMAIL OR FERRIS360 EVENTS FOR THE OFFICIAL INVITATION AND ZOOM LINK

In-person events:

• First Year Social - Move-in Weekend - enjoy treats and games with the coaches
• Plan Your Planner -  2nd week of classes. Bring all your syllibi and we will provide a planner and all the goodies to get your academic and social life organized.

You should receive an email from your coach by mid-August 2024!  They will help you transition to campus and will be at a variety of events after move-in. If you haven't heard from your coach by this time, please email Coaching@Ferris.edu.