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    WELCOME TO SHIP!

    Orientation is key to your successful journey at Shippensburg University. We hope you’re excited about beginning your collegiate journey with us! At Ship, we are committed to creating an engaging learning environment. Here, you will find many people who will help you along the way, and many resources are available to assist you in reaching your goals. We can't wait to meet you on campus soon!

    All new students MUST register to attend Orientation. If you have not registered, CLICK HERE to register.

    Additionally, new students MUST complete the Discover Ship: Online Orientation Experience before attending Summer Orientation. You can access your online experience by logging in with their Ship email and password at https://orientation.ship.edu/
    SUMMER ORIENTATION SCHEDULES
    You can select the appropriate schedule below. The schedules below are subject to change. Please check back for updates on events & times.

    ORIENTATION PRESENTATION POWERPOINTS
    Click the different links below to view the presentations shared at orientation. 
    SHIP APPS
    Activate your Ship Account: You can set up your Ship account and password by visiting https://password.ship.edu. All new students MUST activate their accounts before attending orientation. 

    Important to know for student log-in: 
    Multi-factor authentication is an additional layer of security to protect your account from unwanted access. In addition to your password, you must respond to a text message, call, or mobile app notification when accessing your account from a new device.


    Students: Please download the apps below to your phone/tablet and log in before attending orientation. We will show you how to use these apps during our Ship Connections session. 

    Outlook
    Email & Calendar App

    Pulse/Brightspace
    D2L App - Integrated learning platform

    GroupMe
    This app allows new students to connect with their new Shipmates and Student Ambassadors after orientation. Please download the app and create an account using your Ship email.

    Campus Groups
    Clubs/Organizations & Campus Activities

    Handshake
    Job Resource/ On-Campus Jobs

    Transact Mobile Ordering
    Mobile Order from dining options around campus

    Transit
    Real-time predictions for the Raider Regional Transit (RRT) and the CAT bus system.

    DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

    Getting to Ship is easy. Follow signs for the New Student Orientation and park in the C-6 or C-7 parking lot. Check-in for orientation will be IN the Ceddia Union Building Ground Floor (408 Lancaster Dr, Shippensburg, PA 17257). View our campus map here.

    PLACES TO STAY IN AND NEAR SHIPPENSBURG

    If you are traveling here for orientation and need a place to stay overnight, there are many convenient locations in and around Shippensburg. Click here for more information on lodging and local attractions.