We started welcoming the newest members of the next class of TTU students to campus last month, as this season's SOAR — student orientation, advisement and registration — sessions began.

The SOAR programs consist of a two-day period during which new freshmen become acquainted with campus and prepare their academic schedules.

Mark your calendars with the following schedule for the remaining SOAR sessions this summer — and remember that all of us can make a difference in helping our newest students feel welcome on and connected to our campus.

* Thursday-Friday, June 8-9 (26+ ACT students)

* Thursday-Friday, June 15-16

* Thursday-Friday, June 22-23

* Tuesday-Wednesday, June 27-28

* Thursday-Friday, July 20-21

* Thursday-Friday, July 27-28

* Monday-Tuesday, Aug. 21-22

For more information, visit the SOAR web site or contact the Admissions Office at 3888 or admissions@tntech.edu.