Welcome Incoming Students!
FOCUS Week for the incoming class of 2028 will take place August 17-21, 2024.
FOCUS is a five-day comprehensive orientation program designed to help new students have a successful transition to life at Stetson University. All first-year and transfer students with less than 24 credits begin their First-Year Seminar during FOCUS. This opportunity allows you to connect with your faculty and begin adjusting to Stetson University's academic rigor right away.
During FOCUS, you and your FSEM class or fellow transfer students will meet daily with your FOCUS Leader, outstanding returning students who have been at the university for at least a year and who have a strong desire and passion for showing new students the ropes.
Also during FOCUS, you'll be able to take care of everything needed to get settled in, all while taking part in exciting activities, meeting new people, learning your way around campus and having fun!
What to Expect
The schedule carefully balances learning, study time and fun in the evening to ensure you have plenty of time to get acquainted with life as a Hatter. Check out the FOCUS Orientation Schedule to learn more about what to expect! The 2024 FOCUS Week Schedules will be available soon. Please check back frequently as the schedules are updated to include the most up-to-date information!
The FOCUS Staff
Before you arrive on campus in August, expect to hear from your FOCUS Leader. The FOCUS Leaders are current students who are here to help make the transition to life at Stetson University as smooth as possible. Don't be afraid to ask questions - they are here to help!
Please note - for those required to take a First Year Seminar (FSEM), your FSEM will also serve as your FOCUS Group. If you have not registered for Fall 2024 classes, you will not have a FOCUS Leader assigned to you. Registering for classes as early as possible will give you access to your FOCUS Leader, who will be a valuable resource throughout the summer and fall. Transfer students who will be bringing in more than 24 credits (and are exempt from FSEM) will be assigned their Transfer FOCUS Group without course registration.
New Student Check-In
Before you arrive for FOCUS, please remember that you need to schedule an arrival appointment time for Saturday, August 17between 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. All new students, both residential and commuters must schedule an appointment time. You will be able to schedule your appointment time later this summer.
Students who are already on campus prior to August 17 for athletic teams, academic programs, or other student organizations do not need to sign up for an arrival appointment time. We ask that you visit the Lynn Business Center lobby between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. during New Student Check-In on August 17 to pick up your FOCUS materials.
Have questions about the arrival process? Please check out our New Student Check-In FAQs!
Parent and Family College
We are so excited to welcome you and your student into the Stetson family. To best help you with your Hatter’s transition to college, we will host our annual Parent and Family College on Sunday, August 18from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Stetson Room inside the Carlton Union Building. This program provides all the information and tools needed to establish a strong support network for your new Hatter. Topics covered include, but are not limited to:
- Safety
- Academic Support
- Career Readiness
- Dining
- Residential and Commuter Experiences
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can my parents and family stay while in town?
We don't allow parents and family members to stay in the residence halls with students during FOCUS. Find out more information about area lodging, including a variety of accommodation styles and price levels in and around the DeLand area.
For any further questions please contact us at [email protected]