5 Ways Online Orientation Can Help Create A Sense Of Belonging

Presented in partnership with SmarterServices

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 25 ~ 3:00-4:00pm (Eastern)
Location: Online (Zoom)

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Overview

For today’s college students, whether they're stepping onto campus or starting from a laptop thousands of miles away, the need to feel seen, welcomed, and connected has never been more urgent.

But for institutions, creating that deep sense of belonging right out of the gate is no small feat.

In this one-hour session, Celeste Guarneri from the ArtCenter College of Design shares how institutions can rethink orientation as more than a logistical checkbox. She’ll explore how colleges can design inclusive, interactive, and human-centered experiences that set the stage for meaningful engagement, no matter where students learn.

What You'll Learn

  • Highlight proven practices for crafting orientation experiences that spark curiosity and connection.
  • Explore targeted strategies to build early engagement for remote and online learners.
  • Discover digital tools and frameworks that support authentic community-building in students’ first weeks.

Join us to learn how orientation can become a powerful foundation for belonging—and why that matters now more than ever.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is ideal for professionals who support student success and engagement:

  • Academic Administrators
  • Advisors & Coaches
  • Deans, Vice Presidents & Presidents
  • Directors
  • Enrollment Management Teams
  • Faculty Members
  • Higher Education Consultants & Researchers
  • Online Learning Professionals
  • Student Affairs & Student Services Professionals
  • TRIO Professionals
  • Tutoring Coordinators
  • Parent & Family Program Administrators

Meet The Speaker

Celeste Guarneri
Associate Director for Leadership Programs
ArtCenter College of Design

Celeste helps students thrive by connecting them to experiences that promote academic success, essential skills, and wellness. She leads orientation programming, advises student government, and manages multiple social media platforms.

  • 🏅 ArtCenter Staff Excellence Award (2020)
  • 🌐 Orientation site featured by Innovative Educators
  • 🎨 Fine Art degrees from School of Visual Arts & Long Island University
  • 🎶 Loves painting, live music & mahjong

✅ Reserve Your Spot

This session is free but space is limited.
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