Transfer Students

To register:

Log in to mySFA and locate the Orientation tab. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email to your student email account with details of your Orientation reservation. Additional details will be emailed, so check your student email regularly.

Guest registration

When your student registers for Lumberjack Orientation, they will be given the opportunity to complete your registration as well. This helps ensure a smooth registration process for the proper session.

Registering at a later date?

Visit our Transfer Lumberjack Orientation - guest registration page to check the availability for your student's session and reserve your spot. Session registration will close one week prior to the session or once the session reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
 

To change your session:

Requests to change your orientation session must be received at least two weeks prior to the preferred session.

You will receive a confirmation email through mySFA once availability has been confirmed and your request has been granted.

To request a change in orientation session, complete the online form.

To cancel your registration:

Submit an Online Reservation Cancellation form no later than one week prior to the scheduled session to receive a credit on the student's account. Note: Students who do not notify the Orientation Programs office by the applicable cancellation date will forfeit their Orientation fees.

Orientation Check-in
Receive your materials for the day.
8  to 8:45 a.m. in the Baker Pattillo Student Center, second floor

University Welcome
Welcome to Stephen F. Austin State University! Staff members from our Orientation and Transition Programs office will present information on the Division of Student Affairs, as well as services and programs offered at SFA
9 to 9:35 a.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Transfer Lumberjack Experience
Learn more about various resources and what to expect as a transfer student at SFA. We will discuss what it's like to be a Lumberjack by sharing SFA's spirit and traditions.
9:45 to 10 a.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Academic Overview
Orientation staff members will introduce representatives from respective academic colleges to provide information about advising, college-specific programs, degree maps, etc.
10 to 10:40 a.m. at Various campus locations

Course Modality Types
Learn about the variety of course modalities SFA offers, including face to face, livestream, online and more.
10:45 to 11 a.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Axe Handle
Staff members from our Axe Handle one-stop shop will share general information concerning payment of tuition and fess, financial aid processes and deadlines.
11 to 11:10 a.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Student Conduct and Outreach
Representatives from SFA's Title IX office as well as the Office of Student Conduct and Outreach will discuss their respective areas.
11:10 to 11:25 a.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Campus Safety
Learn about how the University Police Department is dedicated to provide a safe environment to all students, staff, faculty and guests through respectful, fair and equitable policing and community engagement.
11:25 to 11:35 a.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Student Affairs and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Representatives from SFA's Division of Student Affairs and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will share information about resources provided through both areas.
11:35 a.m. to noon

Lunch with Nacogdoches Community Members
Noon to 1 p.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Elective Programs
Choose one presentation per session based on your areas of interest.

• Session I - 1 to 1:15 p.m.
• Session II - 1:20 to 1:35 p.m.

See the back of your schedule for elective program options and locations.

Academic Success
This presentation will provide information related to academic terminology, academic advising and course registration.
1:35 to 2 p.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Lumberjack Life and "Axe 'em"
Meet current and incoming SFA students. Hear about their experiences, involvement and tips on what it's like to be a Lumberjack.
2 to 2:30 p.m. in the BPSC Grand Ballroom

Purple Haze Student T-shirt Giveaway
Students may complete the Orientation survey and grab their shirt at the Purple Haze table.
2:30 to 3:15 p.m. at the BPSC, first floor atrium

Breakout Sessions

Academic Advising
See the purple handout in your Orientation folder for locations
2:30 to 4 p.m. at Various campus locations

Campus Tour
Tour campus and receive insight into life at SFA from some of our Office of Admissions' Jack Walkers.
2:30 p.m. at the Rusk Building, room 206

Transfer Reception
Stop by and meet Student Success Center staff members. Refreshment will be provided
2:30 to 3 p.m. at the Steen Library, AARC and second floor

Campus IDs
Strike a pose and have your student ID made before you leave campus.
2:30 to 4 p.m. at BPSC, room 1.208

Organization and Resource Fair
Learn about various programs and services offered by the university and ways you can get involved.
2:30 to 3:15 p.m. at the BPSC, first-floor atrium

Course Registration Assistance
2:45 to 4 p.m. at the Steen Library, Info Lab 1

Residence Hall Tours
Various residence halls will be opened for tours so you can get a sneak peek at where you will soon call home.
3 to 4 p.m. at Various locations

Available to parents and family members of incoming transfer students attending our in-person sessions, this one-day Orientation takes place in tandem with Transfer Orientation dates. This program allows us a wonderful opportunity to be sure all your questions are answered; we highly encourage you to join us!

Visit our Resources for Family page for more information!