WHY SHOULD I ATTEND SOAR?
Students who attend and participate in the SOAR experience have distinct advantages over all other first-time freshmen. SOAR provides numerous opportunities to help new freshmen adjust to the college experience. Not only do they interact with other new students, but they also get to meet current students, who "know the ropes." SOAR participants receive individualized assistance with class scheduling, get to know where things are on campus, and get to early register for Fall classes...no long lines!! By the end of the day, SOAR students will not only have advantages over other incoming freshmen, but also will have had fun and laughs along the way.

WHEN IS SOAR 2010?
The following SOAR sessions will be offered:

• Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 9:00 AM - University Center
• Friday, April 09, 2010 at 11:00 AM - University Center
• Thursday, May 27, 2010 at 9:00 AM - University Center
• Monday, July 19, 2010 at 9:00 AM - University Center
• Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 9:00 AM - University Center
• Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at 9:00 AM - University Center

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The cost of SOAR is covered by the students’ original deposit. So, SOAR is provided at no additional cost to students. However, you must register in advance so the SOAR staffers have materials ready for you.

HOW DO I RESERVE MY SPOT?
To attend you must be admitted to LSUS. Contact the Office of Admissions & Records (797-5061) to apply to LSUS or check your admission status. Once you have completed the LSUS application process and been fully admitted to LSUS, the Admissions and Records Office will contact you with instructions on reserving your spot for SOAR! No reservations for SOAR will be taken until the student has been admitted to the University.

CAN PARENTS ATTEND SOAR?
SOAR is designed for students who have never attended a college or university. However, LSUS recognizes the importance of a support system for students. Therefore, the Student Development & Counseling Center has also designed a parent orientation program just for parents and/or other student supporters.

Click here to register for the Parent Orientation.