<p>Orientation should not be a front-loading event where students are overwhelmed with information and become burnt out or turned off in the first week. Events should be staggered so that students will have numerous opportunities to attend a variety of events. Planning a meet-and-greet once a week in the first 4 weeks of school will provide students with a chance to meet other students organically and they will not feel forced or overwhelmed. Another would be to have the student council plan events so that new and returning students can engage and interact in a variety of ways. Orientation should not be the same old box wrapped in new gift wrap.&#160;</p>