Albert A. Sheen campus orientation leaders

Orientation Leaders prepare to greet new incoming students to the Albert A. Sheen Campus.

Students browse catalog at Spring 2016 New Student Orientation - Albert A. Sheen

NSE students on St. Croix peruse the Orientation program.

Orientation Leader Zeldon introducing himself at Spring 2016 New Student Orientation - St. Thomas campus

One by one, the orientation leaders introduced themselves to the new students and offered some words of encouragement for their new journey

Faculty enjoying lunch at the Spring 2016 New Student Orientation - Albert A. Sheen

Faculty members, Dr. Michelle Peterson, Science and Mathematics and Aubrey Washington, Business, share a moment at the Buccaneer Welcome Reception for new students along with Nereida Washington, Director of Campus Operations and Patricia Towal, Director of Counseling and Career Services on the Sheen Campus.

Students playing people bingo in the library - St. Thomas campus

The new students were invited to engage with other students as well as faculty and staff through a fascinating round of people bingo

Albert A. Sheen campus Resource Information Fair

New Students enjoyed a Resource Information Fair featuring campus clubs, organizations such as Golden Key International Honor Society and Student Government Association as well as UVI Colleges / Schools, campus services and community resources.

Friends sitting together at the New Student Orientation - St. Thomas campus

New student orientation provides the opportunity to rekindle old friendships and build new ones.

Golden Key at the resource fair during Spring 2016 New Student Orientation - Albert A. Sheen campus

Golden Key International Honour Society booth at the Resource Information Fair with 2015-2016 President Niesha Mahepath and Communication Director Brittany Williams.

Students and faculty do the Cupid Shuffle at Spring 2016 New Student Orientation

After the welcome session, everyone – faculty, staff, and students – were encouraged to stretch their limbs in a series of line dances.

School of Business table at the Spring 2016 New Student Orientation - Albert A. Sheen campus

School of Business booth at the Resource Information Fair where students could speak with professors and pick up information regarding our degree programs in our accredited School of Business.

St. Thomas campus resident assistants

Sometimes, resident assistants double as orientation leaders; and they are able to further assist new students with their extended knowledge of campus life.

Student shakes hands with Dr. Patricia Towal at Spring 2016 New student orientation - Albert A. Sheen campus

Director of Counseling and Career Services, Patricia Towal, greets a new student and promotes programs such as National Student Exchange, Study Away, Thurgood Marshall, Who’s Who Among Students in America’s Universities and Colleges, Student Employment as well as the wealth of counseling and career services available in the Counseling and Career Center located in the Melvin Evans Center on the 7th Level.

Photo taken at Spring 2016 New Student Orientation

Upon check-in, each student received a name tag and a colored sticker that represented their assigned group. Each group was assigned an orientation leader who was charged with the task of keeping the group energized and motivated throughout orientation.

Dean Moore at Spring New Student Orientation - Albert A. Sheen campus

Sheen Campus Dean of Student Affairs, Stephan Moore and Director of Campus Operations Nereida Washington present new students with UVI medallions to commemorate their entrance to higher education at UVI.

RA Krislen Tison performing a monologue during orientation - St. Thomas campus

The welcome session featured monologues, dances, and song selections from various UVI students.

New students attending the resource information fair - Albert A. Sheen campus

New students learning about more services at the Resource Information Fair.

Students and Faculty Dance at New Student Orientation

Hoping to encourage more students to get and get moving, faculty and staff joined the dance-along.

Professor Washington engaging with a student at the resource information fair

Professor Aubrey Washington, School of Business, listens as a new student discusses her college plans at the Resource Information Fair.

Photo from Fall 2015 Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Students were heartily welcomed into the UVI family with bright smiles and delicious cake.

Photo from St. Thomas campus Fall 2015 New Student Orientation

Orientation leaders serve as guides for students throughout the Orientation process and beyond.

Photo taken on Albert A Sheen campus at the New Student Orientation, Fall 2015

Students on the Albert A. Sheen campus were welcomed by Student Affairs and Access and Enrollment staff at the check-in table.

Photo taken at the New Student Orientation on the St. Croix campus

The dog tag shaped jump drives given out at the Orientation check-in table was loaded with critical information about UVI procedures and policies.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas

Student orientation leaders from the St. Thomas campus.

Photo taken from the Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus

These memento medallions were given to students during the convocation ceremony.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation

Dr. Hall, along with other distinguished guests, extended a warm welcome to the new students during the New Student Convocation and Buccaneer Welcome Reception.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics, Dr. Sandra Romano, heartily greets and welcomes incoming freshman at the welcome reception and convocation.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus

At convocation on Thursday, August 20, our new students on the Albert A. Sheen Campus were greeted by the Dean of Student Affairs, Stephan Moore.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 Convocation on the Albert A. Sheen campus

Students received their memento medallions from deans, professors, and administrators of the University.

Photo taken from the New student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Dean of Students, Verna Rivers, Miss UVI 2015 - 2016, Katherine Callwood, and Provost McKayle pose for a picture at the opening session in the Sports and Fitness Center.

Photo taken at Orientation Fall 2015 on the St. Thomas campus

Executive Director of Student Success and Honors Program, Dr. Stephen Moore addressed new students during the Welcome Opening Session.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Dean Romano adjusts the medallion of a new student while offering words of encouragement.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert. A Sheen campus on St. Croix

At the convocation ceremony, students were able to meet their respective deans, who greeted them with congratulatory remarks and encouragement for the upcoming journey.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

The Financial Aid office worked diligently with students and parents to ensure that their financial needs were met as best as possible.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus on St. Croix

Student Government Association’s 2015-2016 President, Sophia Johnson, welcomed new students onto the Buccaneer team.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

National Student Exchange (NSE) students got a taste of Virgin Islands culture when the University’s mocko jumbies showed up to wow the crowd.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus on St. Croix

Students were welcomed to the front of the room to meet and greet their new deans and other administrators that wished them the best.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Miss UVI 2015-2016, Katherine Callwood, director of Student Activities, Mr. Leon Lafond and Student Success Specialist, Ms. Julie Cruz, all wore large smiles as students and parents assembled in the SFC for the day’s activities.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Students flaunt their memento medallions after convocation.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Members of the UVI Buccaneer Treasures Dance Team smiled brightly and strutted elegantly unto the floor as they prepared to begin their performance for new students and their parents.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus on St. Croix

Voices of Inspiration Community Choir provided our vocal ‘inspiration’ with their beautiful renditions of our Alma Mater and other vocal selections under the direction of Ms. Thomas-Lewis during the impressive Convocation ceremony to welcome our new students into our student body on the Albert A. Sheen Campus.

Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus, St. Croix

One of our incoming students happily shows off the beautiful, blue and white gift bag with the UVI logo. Inside the bags contained a UVI blue plastic water bottle, a UVI ‘pad folio’ with UVI pen, brochures on sexual assault prevention from the Virgin Islands Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council, a UVI orientation brochure, campus map and other helpful information.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Student Government Association’s Vice President, Cashkim Bussue (pictured on the left), and Sophomore Senator, Denine Hurtault (pictured on the right) were among the first to greet students when they entered the Sports and Fitness Center for their orientation activities.

Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus, St. Croix

New Students are welcomed at the Delta M. Jackson Dorsch Complex, our residence hall on the Albert A. Sheen Campus. Residence Hall Advisors set up tents in our courtyard to welcome our resident students. Refreshments and entertainment by one of our gifted students were supplied from noon to 7 PM on Move-In Day, Tuesday, August 18, 2015.

Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus, St. Croix

Move-In Day activities were fun and relaxing for our incoming residence hall students at the Delta M. Jackson Dorsch Complex. Student also enjoyed refreshments and music in the afternoon as they settled into their new rooms and met their roommates.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus on St. Croix

Miss UVI was present to welcome and congratulate new students at the convocation ceremony on the Albert A. Sheen, St. Croix campus.

Photo taken from Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert A. Sheen campus on St. Croix

Students enjoyed the sweet treats served at the convocation ceremony.

Fall 2015 New Student Orientation on the Albert Sheen campus on St. Croix

The UVI community welcomes the Class of 2019.

Welcome to the New Student Orientation Photo Gallery

Welcome to the UVI family!

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

St. Thomas orientation leaders at the Welcome Fair

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

UVI students participating in a group photo.

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

Celebrating Caribbean culture with carnival spirit

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

Celebrating Caribbean culture with carnival spirit

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

New students pose for an "usie"

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

Counseling & Career Services table

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

Student organizations showcasing their community and outreach projects.

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the St. Thomas Campus

During the St. Thomas Welcome Fair, student clubs and organizations recruit students.

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

The St. Croix Convocation Reception included steel pan music

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

The St. Croix Convocation Reception included a fire dancer.

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Fire dancer with UVI student, Shanah Bannis

Photo from Spring 2015 orientation on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

African drum line led by Dr. Kahina, director of the Virgin Islands and Caribbean Cultural Center

Photo from Fall 2014 Placement Testing on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Computerized placement testing

Photo of Fall 2014 student leaders and Dean of Students on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Student Government Association with Dean Moore

Photo from Fall 2014 Convocation on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Pinning at Convocation Ceremony

Photo from Fall 2014 Convocation on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Pinning at Convocation Ceremony

Photo from Fall 2014 Convocation on the St. Thomas Campus

Pinning at Convocation Ceremony

Photo from Fall 2014 Convocation on the St. Thomas Campus

Celebrating Caribbean culture with UVI's Mocko Jumbies

Photo from a Spring 2014 campus tour of the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Campus tour group

Photo from a Spring 2014 campus tour of the St. Thomas Campus

Orientation leader about to begin the campus tour

Photo from a Spring 2014 campus tour of the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Campus tour group

Photo from a Spring 2014 campus tour of the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Campus tour of the residence halls within the Delta M. Jackson Dorsch Complex

Photo from a Spring 2014 campus tour of the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Campus tour of the residence halls within the Delta M. Jackson Dorsch Complex

Photo from a Spring 2014 campus tour on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Campus tour of Health Services

Photo from Spring 2014 welcome fair on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Residential Life table at the Welcome Fair

Photo of Spring 2014 student leaders on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Student Government Association table at the Welcome Fair

Photo from Spring 2014 welcome fair on the St. Thomas Campus

Campus Security distributing campus maps

Photo from Spring 2014 welcome fair on the St. Thomas Campus

UVI's student support services departments distribute brochures and other information at the Welcome Fair.

Photo from Spring 2014 welcome fair on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences table at the Welcome Fair

Photo from Spring 2014 welcome fair on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Counseling & Career Services greeting at Welcome Fair

Photo taken from Spring 2014 New Student Orientation on the St. Thomas campus

Convocation includes a pinning ceremony for all new students.

Photo from Spring 2014 welcome fair on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix

Students test their knowledge of wellness at the Health Services booth at the Welcome Fair.