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As summer flies by, we are committed to giving you all the information you need to know before your student crosses the pond. Here is our latest Eagle Update with more critical information. Be sure to read thoroughly so you don't miss anything crucial!
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Here are the most important checklist to-do items for the next few weeks. For more information on these items, make sure you read this newsletter in its entirety and review the Welcome Website.
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*The IES Pre-Departure Webinar on Academics has been rescheduled. Please check your IES portal for the updated date and time. |
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What Else You Need To Know |
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- Vector Programs: Oxford College requires students to complete the Vector programs, AlcoholEdu & Sexual Assault Prevention. These online courses will help students develop the critical skills they need to make more thoughtful and educated choices during their time at Oxford and beyond. To complete these courses, look for a Vector invitation that will be sent to your student's email address on file on August 1. If they cannot find the invitation, log in here.
Note: This link is specific to Oxford College; please do not use an Emory College link to access Oxford courses.
Course Details and Deadlines
Part 1 Launch: Monday, August 4, 2025
Part 1 Due: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Part 2 Launch: Monday, January 26, 2026
Part 2 Due: Friday, February 6, 2026
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- Religious & Spiritual Life: Religious and Spiritual Life offers a range of services and opportunities for students at Oxford College. Led by Oxford's chaplain, Rev. Brent Huckaby, we have 8 religious and spiritual life groups for you to explore and join. Pastoral care and confidential counseling services are also available to all students. The staff coordinate several events throughout the year to build community, facilitate dialogue, and support students. For any questions about the Religious & Spiritual Life office, please contact us at oxorsl@emory.edu.
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- Welcome Webinars: Thanks to everyone who attended our second Welcome Webinar - "Your Oxford Arrival: Move-in & Orientation." You can find recordings of our past webinars here.
Our third and final Welcome Webinar for students, families & supporters will take place on Friday, August 8th from 12-1:15 pm ET. In this webinar, we’ll cover:
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Community Belonging
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Student organizations, campus involvement & community engagement
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Finding professional opportunities and career resources
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Weeks of Welcome
Register for our August 8th webinar here. |
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- Inside Oxford: As an entering Oxford student, your student has access to Inside Oxford, an internal website for current students, faculty, and staff. Inside Oxford includes links to the college catalog, health and safety information, shuttle schedule, and most of the critical information you need to thrive at Oxford. To access Inside Oxford at any time, click the button found in the upper right hand corner of the Oxford College website, and have your student enter their Emory NetID and password.
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- Last Call to Register for Orientation: All students are required to register and attend New Student Orientation. The deadline for all students to complete this form is July 28. Please complete this form to let us know how many family members and supporters will be joining you and to request a specific t-shirt size.
To access all orientation schedules and resources, download the Emory Welcome App, designed to give you all the information you need to navigate Oxford at your fingertips. To access, download the app "Emory Welcome" from your app store. Open the app and search "Oxford Orientation" and download the Oxford specific guide.
Questions about orientation? Email oxfordorientation@emory.edu.
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We are excited to welcome you to the class 2029! |
Should you need any assistance this summer, please refer to the welcome website for departmental contact information. |
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Oxford College Office of Enrollment Services
122 Few Circle, Oxford, GA 30054-1418
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