New Student Orientation

We can’t wait for you to become a Knight!

Move-In & Orientation Schedule

Full schedule details will be added as they are finalized.


August 26: Move-in Day

  • 9 a.m.–5 p.m. University Check-in: Pick up your welcome packet, Student ID, and iPad bundle (in the Main Hall Lobby)
  • 9 a.m.–5 p.m. University Housing Check-in (at your Residence Hall)
  • 1 –4 p.m. Connect BV: Explore downtown Buena Vista with your family (Magnolia and 21st St.)
  • 6 –8 p.m. Dinner & Games Hosted by the Southern Virginia Institute of Religion (at the Institute Building)


August 27: Orientation Day

  • 8–10 a.m. University Check-in: Pick up your welcome packet, Student ID, and iPad bundle (in the Main Hall Lobby)
  • 9–9:50 a.m. Honors Program Orientation: All interested students and their families are invited to attend (at the Peristyle in front of Main Hall)
  • 10 –10:50 a.m. Official Welcome to SVU: Featuring President Cordon; students and their families are highly encouraged to attend. (at the Knight Arena)
  • 10:50 a.m.–Noon University Fair: Learn about student resources, clubs, organizations, and more! (on the Quad)
  • 5–5:45 p.m. Peer Mentor Introduction: Gather with your peer mentor group in preparation for Knight 101 (your peer mentor will contact you with location details)
  • 6:30–8:30 p.m. Festival at the Fields: A campus-wide event with food, games, women’s soccer game, and more! (at the Fields)


August 28: First Day of Classes!

Getting Started

The Knight App

The Knight App is your primary hub for accessing essential campus communications and information. As your student portal, you can:


  • Access information about campus offices, events, resources, and tools
  • Stay notified about University-sponsored events and activities
  • Communicate and interact through curated Groups
  • Subscribe to event calendars
  • Customize your user experience based on your interests


To access the Knight App, log in with your new University email and password

Plan Your Trip

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