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INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bloomington
Orientation and transition

Your first year as a Hoosier

You’ve completed the first big steps—now it’s time to arrive, connect, and build your first-week rhythm. Use this guide to navigate your first days on campus, access essential Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ services, and find the support you need to thrive at IU Bloomington.

  • Orientation Roadmap

    Keep your momentum going with a checklist of important arrival tasks.

  • Explore the events and traditions that kick off the fall semester.

  • International Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ steps

    Required next steps for Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs arriving from outside the U.S.

  • The IU Bucket List

    Start your journey by discovering the essential Bloomington traditions.

  • Revisit your orientation modules to refresh your knowledge on campus life.

  • Your official IU ID for building access and campus payments.

Life at IU

  • Explore meal plans and find where to eat across campus.

  • Manage your on-campus living experience and amenities.

  • The IMU is the living room of campus, providing countless services and experiences such as entertainment, involvement opportunities, dining, meeting and study spaces, and more.

  • Register your vehicle and purchase your campus parking permit.

  • Navigate campus via the bus system, biking, or parking permits.

  • The Visitor Information Center provides information and resources to help Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs and their families better acquaint themselves with the Bloomington campus and community.

Finances, records, and scholarships

  • Student Central is your one-stop shop for the Bursar, Financial Aid, and Registrar.

  • Manage your enrollment verification, personal info, and transcripts in one place.

  • Learn about support for Groups Scholars, 21st Century Scholars, and Hudson & Holland Scholars.

  • Browse on-campus job listings and connect with professional career coaching.

  • Learn to manage your money and make informed financial decisions.

Technology and IT support

  • Get support for your IU account, Wi-Fi, and software downloads.

  • Access your course materials, assignments, and grades.

  • Manage your official university communications and Duo security.

Arts, sports, and entertainment

  • Explore Black culture through the performances of our Choral Ensemble, Dance Company, and Soul Revue.

  • Walk through history with a world-renowned collection spanning nearly every art-producing culture.

  • The official home of the Hoosiers, with 24 varsity teams, 25 national titles, scores of Big Ten and NCAA individual champions, and one of the greatest fan bases in the country. All sports except football and men's basketball offer free Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ admission.

  • Experience the very best of Broadway, world-renowned musicians, and top-tier comedians right on campus.

  • Visit one of the nation's premier university cinemas for screenings of classic, international, and Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ films.

  • Support your fellow Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs at live performances ranging from contemporary dance to cutting-edge theatre.

  • Enjoy world-class opera and ballet performances in one of the grandest performance venues in the country.

  • The Office of Student Life offers events, resources, and guidance to help new Hoosiers and their families transition into campus life. Discover opportunities to connect, learn, and thrive during your first year.

Student services and resources

  • Connect with advisors to map out your degree and select courses.

  • Learn about free tutoring and study groups located right in the residence halls.

  • Arbutus has been IU's yearbook since 1894. Visit the website to submit your photo and order your copy.

  • CaRLA is a diverse group of religious leaders who respect one another and our respective faith traditions and who work to better our shared community.

  • This Center of Excellence empowers Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs of all majors to build tech confidence.

  • IU Bloomington proudly offers dedicated support for our military-connected Hoosiers.

  • Community & School Partnerships increases opportunities for educational access, transforming the lives of Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs who face financial challenges or are first in their family to go to college.

  • Find a home away from home at our Black, Latino, Asian, LGBTQ+, and First Nations centers.

  • The mission of Education Abroad is to promote study abroad by Indiana University Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs through participation in quality programs in a wide range of disciplines.

  • The ArtShop assists scholars in their research and creative activity, generates income for scholarships, develops community, and creates a warm and nourishing space for interaction, all in the heart of the Fine Arts Building.

  • HPPLA is dedicated to the success of IU Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs seeking admission into professional programs in law, medicine, and other health professions.

  • The IU Bookstore offers textbooks, apparel, gifts, accessories, electronics, and all the supplies you will need for classes and campus activities.

  • The Language Flagship Programs provide Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs in any major or school a unique opportunity to learn critically important foreign languages through intensive classroom instruction, free tutoring with native speakers, study abroad, and international internships.

  • Access world-class collections, research databases, and expert librarian support.

  • Outdoor Adventures provides opportunities to participate in outdoor academic courses, day trips, on-campus outdoor events, skills workshops, and other meaningful outdoor activities in Bloomington and beyond.

  • As an academic press, our mandate is to serve the world of scholarship and culture as a professional, not-for-profit publisher.

  • Find collaborative study spaces and technology-rich work zones in Wells Library.

  • This program provides a comprehensive suite of mentoring initiatives designed to enhance leadership and communication skills, build confidence, and keep Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs on track to a degree.

  • The Office of International Services (OIS) assists international Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs in all areas related to international study, including admissions, visas, advising, Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ life, and employment.

  • The Office of Student Life provides support, training, and oversight for sororities and fraternities by promoting leadership development and good citizenship.

  • OVPUE oversees programs that support outstanding academic experiences; provides advising, testing, and enrichment resources; and leads initiatives that assess, support, and improve teaching and learning.

  • Parents of current IU Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs volunteer to strengthen the connection between Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs, families, and staff.

  • The Social Security Administration is responsible for Social Security number assignment and maintenance including replacement cards, your first and continuous link with Social Security.

  • Build success skills through coaching and credit-bearing courses.

  • Get help resolving personal or academic problems that interfere with your degree progress.

  • This office supports Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ learning, personal growth, and accountability through the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ code of conduct, promoting campus safety for all.

  • The center’s advisors foster growth and learning by supporting inclusive and engaging experiences and provide meaningful opportunities for involvement and leadership.

  • This on-campus law office serves IU Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs with a staff of highly qualified attorneys and legal interns, paid for by the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ activity fee.

  • The Office of Student Life works behind the scenes to keep you safe, healthy, and prepared for whatever comes next. When you want to get involved, solve a problem, or connect to a resource to advance your lU experience, we are here for you.

  • Join any of our 750+ clubs to find your community.

  • The Office of Sustainability identifies and promotes sustainable solutions that reduce climate change impacts while supporting an equitable, resilient, and prosperous IU.

  • Get personalized feedback on your papers and projects.

Health and wellness

  • AES ensures Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs with disabilities get necessary support and accommodations.

  • Your campus source for all of your eye care needs, including exams, glasses, and in-stock contact lenses.

  • If you experience or witness an incident of bias, hate, harassment, or discrimination, submit a report so IU can support you, address the issue, and take steps to prevent future incidents.

  • In times of challenge and crisis, when a Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ is uncertain where to go first to help themselves or another, a Care Referral connects them with wide-ranging support.

  • Learn about professional mental health support, workshops, and 24/7 crisis care.

  • A peer network that connects Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs with resources to offer support in starting or maintaining substance use recovery.

  • This on-campus food pantry offers free, healthy food and connections to other resources to IU Bloomington Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs who are struggling with food insecurity.

  • Get to know this Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ-led initiative that fosters a campus of care and respect.

  • Stay active with gym access, intramurals, and group exercise classes.

  • The Student Health Center offers full-service medical care, pharmacy, and wellness services on campus.

  • A safe, judgment-free alcohol and drug information and intervention center for Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs.

  • UBC2M empowers Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs to reduce stigma through campus- and community-based events and campaigns.

Campus safety

  • Access full-service law enforcement, report an incident, or request a safety escort.

  • Your central hub for campus safety info, including emergency alerts, weather updates, and preparedness tips.

  • Access confidential support, victim advocacy, and prevention resources.

Volunteer and community

  • Aerospace Studies is the academic component of military training in the Air Force ROTC program. Coursework is designed to familiarize cadets with military concepts, teach them about the historical significance of airpower, and provide a comprehensive understanding of leadership theory.

  • Air Force ROTC Detachment 215 at Indiana University is the place where driven Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs work together and challenge each other to become the world's next generation of leaders.

  • Army ROTC is a college-based officer training program, which is an elective curriculum that Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs take along with required college classes. At end-state, Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs commission into the U.S. Army (Active, National Guard or Reserves) as a second lieutenant.

  • The official source to explore the best of Bloomington, including Indiana University, Monroe Lake, hundreds of restaurants, attractions, and lodging you won't find anywhere else.

Stay informed

  • IU's daily newspaper offers updates on university news and engaging stories of Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs and the community. Sign up for any or all of the headline email newsletters.

  • If your family wants to receive the newsletters, simply log in to Parent/Guardian Information in One.IU, select "Add a Parent/Guardian," and add their email address(es) under "Contact's Email Address."

IU Bloomington

Office of Orientation & Enrollment Programs

1514 E. Third Street Bloomington, IN 47401
  • orientation@iu.edu
  • 812-855-4357