TSU’s New Students Orientation Welcomes Incoming Tigers to the Land of Golden Sunshine

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TSU News Service) – In a celebration of new beginnings, Tennessee State University is set to roll out the welcome mat for nearly 950 first-time freshmen and transfer students during the New Student Orientation (NSO). Taking place over four days—May 21, June 9, June 18, and July 14—the new Tigers will immerse themselves in TSU’s unique campus culture, all while basking in the warmth of the “Land of Golden Sunshine.”

The NSO, designed to ease the transition for incoming students and their families, will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day in the Kean Hall on the main campus. Attendees can look forward to a wealth of experiences, including campus tours, program previews, and information sessions covering everything from student activities to financial aid.

“Our New Student Orientation is more than just an introduction; it’s an essential step in helping students begin their journey at Tennessee State University,” said Dr. Angela Duncan, executive director of enrollment services. “This is the time where students and families can really connect with the university community and find their place in this vibrant environment. They’ll interact with current students who serve as ambassadors, meet with academic advisors, and gain valuable insights into campus resources, ensuring they are well-equipped for their first day of classes in the fall.”

Hundreds of students and family members attend a recent new student orientation in Kean Hall on the main campus.

Echoing her sentiments, Dr. Erica Lewis, director of student engagement, said, “NSO is all about building community. Students will not only get essential information to navigate their first semester but also make lasting connections with their peers and university staff. It’s our official welcoming of the new class, and we are excited to support them as they embark on this transformative journey.”

With sessions tailored to majors, students will have opportunities to engage with faculty and delve into various academic programs. Parents, too, are encouraged to engage and establish connections, creating their own support network while preparing their children for academic success.

Registration for the NSO is simple. New students interested in attending can visit www.tnstate.edu/orientation for more information or visit https://futuretiger.tnstate.edu to secure their spot and confirm their assigned orientation date.

As the countdown begins to the fall semester, TSU looks forward to filling the campus with the spirit and energy of these incoming Tigers—a fresh chapter in the Land of Golden Sunshine.

For more information on admission to TSU, please visit www.tnstate.edu/admissions.

About Tennessee State University

Founded in 1912, Tennessee State University is Nashville’s only public university and is a premier, historically black university and land-grant institution offering 41 bachelor’s degrees, 15 graduate certificates, 27 master’s degrees, and nine doctoral degrees. TSU is a comprehensive research-intensive institution with an R-2 Carnegie designation, a downtown Avon Williams Off-Campus Instructional Site, and the Otis Floyd Nursery Research Center in McMinnville, Tennessee. With a commitment to excellence, Tennessee State University provides students with a quality education in a nurturing and innovative environment that prepares them as alumni to be global leaders in every facet of society. Visit the University online at tnstate.edu.