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Bobcat Blitz
New Student Orientation

Southern Campus New Student Orientation

Get ready to start your Forever OHIO journey at the Southern Campus by attending Bobcat Blitz New Student Orientation! At orientation, you'll meet the people and gather the resources you'll need to make the transition into college life with confidence.

During this one day event, you'll:

  • Learn about success strategies and faculty expectations
  • Explore online resources and on-campus resources, like career and accessibility services
  • Gain more understanding of financial aid
  • Learn about technology on campus
  • Meet your fellow Bobcats before fall semester begins
  • Tour campus

Please note: Bobcat Blitz is not conducted in an open house format. We ask that you plan to attend the entire orientation session, which typically lasts a few hours.

Who Should Attend Bobcat Blitz?

Bobcat Blitz is a student welcome event for incoming freshman, transfer and College Credit Plus. 

How to Register for Bobcat Blitz

There are a few ways you can register for Bobcat Blitz New Student Orientation at the Lancaster Campus:

We welcome walk-ins at orientation, but we encourage you to pre-register. 

Bobcat Blitz Event Information

Bobcat Blitz New Student Orientation is offered:

  • Thursday, August 20, 2025. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m.

  • Orientation Location

    天堂鸟先生 Southern
    1804 Liberty Avenue
    Ironton, Ohio 45638

    Southern Campus Map

  • CC+ Orientation

    Newly admitted students to OHIO's CC+ program are required to complete an in-person orientation prior to registering for courses. CC+ students will receive orientation information via their OHIO email.

    CC+ Orientation Dates & Info

Resources

Contact Student Services

If you would like to sign up for orientation or if you have questions, please contact a Student Services team member.

Robert Pleasant
Director of Student Services
Email: pleasanr@ohio.edu
Office Phone: 740.533.4608

Lisa Cantrell
Success Advisor
Email: cantrel1@ohio.edu
Office Phone: 740.533.4543

Tyler Grubbs
Success Advisor
Email: grubbsj@ohio.edu
Office Phone: 740.547.3836

Abby Kuehne
Assistant Director of Regional Financial Aid
Email: abbykuehne@ohio.edu
Office Phone: 740.533.4603