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Welcome to the Hive, Yellowjacket


We are excited that you are attending New Student Orientation! As you move through the agenda, don't forget to RSVP for the Fall 2025 Kickoff event. This FREE event, held on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd from 11:00am - 2:00pm, includes FREE food, an MSUB event tee, & the opportunity to meet your professors, find your classes, and most importantly, kick off the Fall 2025 term as a Yellowjacket!

đźš— FREE PARKING for Orientation!
For the easiest access to check-in, please park in the Student Union lot off Rimrock and 27th.

Need help during the event?
Contact us via text for a quick response.
Office: (406) 657-2888 | Text: (406) 412-1349
OR
Visit our Information Hub in the SUB Atrium

 

Want a shot at winning a free annual parking pass or awesome prizes?
Show us your best moves, moments, and memories in the Orientation Reel Competition!
Let the camera roll—your campus fame (and freebies) await!

Social Media Contest. See link below image for more information.

 

Create Content Win Prizes!

  • Take photos/videos highlighting your orientation experience
  • Make them into a reel and post on instagram by 9am on July 15
  • Account must be public
  • Must be following @msubillings
  • Must be 1 minute or less
  • Use #stingersup
  • Tag @msubillings
  • Have fun!

Total Prizes Value $355!

Win a parking pass for an entire year! 

Must be in attendance at the closing ceremony on July 15th to win!

Day 1 ~ July 14, 2025

8:30-9:25am

Orientation Check-In @ SUB Glacier Room
Students who wish to stay overnight in the Residence Halls will have the opportunity to check in to their room during this time.

9:30-9:50am

Welcome to MSUB!
Location: Petro Theatre

10:00-Noon

Choose Your Adventure!
City College Experience & Bus Tour - Meet in Bell Circle 
University Campus Experience - Remain in Theatre for Welcome from Bailee Stinger & the Center for Engagement!

Noon-1:30pm

Complementary Lunch
Location: Rimrock Cafe

1:30-1:40pm

Students & Parents/Supporters Transition to Session I
Not sure where you are supposed to be? Check your personalized schedule on the back of your event nametag!

1:40-2:30pm

Session I

Room: LI 148 (Lower level LA building, lecture hall)

Session Details:
Understand the significance of submitting a FAFSA application and understanding your award package. Learn how to confirm your account, explore payment plans, purchase books, and navigate student support programs on campus. Families will also be informed about the rules of FERPA in the college environment.

Session Presenters:
Educational Opportunity Center & TRIO SSS

All students and families are welcome to a hands-on session to complete these tasks with our support  team on Tuesday, July 15th from Noon-5pm in Room SUB 153.

Room: Alertowitz Gymnasium - Basketball Floor

Session Details:
Just for signed MSUB Athletes & your family/supporters!Complete your student-athlete paperwork, meet the admin team, and connect with other Yellowjacket Athletes. 

Room: Library (Liberal Arts Building, 1st or 2nd floor entrance)

Session Details:
Come explore your MSUB Library, where you can discover the services we offer, meet the library team, which will help you in your research, and Get Buzzed at our coffee station.

Room:SUB Yellowstone
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details: Do you consider yourself to be an “adult learner” (generally defined as someone age 24 and older)? Join this session to meet other adult learners, discuss your unique needs, and learn about how to maximize your experience at MSUB.

Room: Academic Suport Center
(SUB Lower Level, across from Stingers)

Session Details: 
Play trivia and win tickets while learning about services in the MSUB Academic Support Center.An introduction to the Navigate App and a previewtofinding online services. 

Room: Beartooth
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details:
Back by Popular DEMAND! Get involved in student activities to make friends, develop leadership skills, boost your resume, and explore your interests!  Join the MSUB Center for Engagement, Student Activities Board, ASMSUB, and Rec Activities to learn about a broad range of extracurricular opportunities and stay connected to what’s happening at MSUB.

Session Presenters:
MSUB Center for Engagement | Associated Students of MSUB | Student Activities Board | Recreation Activities

Room: LI 100 (Outside lower level library entrance)

Hosted by the Career & Employment Services Department

  • Who do you want to be?  Join us for a fun and interactive exploration with Career & College Majors!
  • Learn about work study and non-work study jobs, on and off campus opportunities, and C&ES CareerLink 
  • Build your individual career success plan with C&ES Roadmap 
  • Develop your “Elevator Speech”

Room: LI 231 

Session Details:
Get to know MSUB Student Health Services and what they provide to keep students healthy. 

Room: Native American Achievement Center (NAAC)
Grab a Golf Cart Uber outside of Petro Theatre and let your presenters lead the way!
(Across the street from ??)

Session Details:
Understand the services offered by the MSUB Native American Achievement Center, feel confident accessing support and making connections.

2:30-2:40pm

Students Transition to Session II
Parents & Supporters Transition to SUB Glacier Room

2:40-3:30pm

Session II

Room: LI 148
(Lower level LA building, lecture hall)

Session Details:
Understand the significance of submitting a FAFSA application and understanding your award package. Learn how to confirm your account, explore payment plans, purchase books, and navigate student support programs on campus. Families will also be informed about the rules of FERPA in the college environment.

Session Presenters:
Educational Opportunity Center & TRIO SSS

All students and families are welcome to a hands-on session to complete these tasks with our support  team on Tuesday, July 15th from Noon-5pm in Room SUB 153.

Room: COE 297

Session Details:
Build a solid foundation of what it means to be a Montana State University Billings Honors Student. Students who participate in the Honors Program have career-building opportunities, take stimulating courses, and participate in research and internships!

Room: Library
(Liberal Arts Building, 2nd floor entrance)

Session Details:
Come explore your MSUB Library, where you can discover the services we offer, meet the library team, which will help you in your research, and Get Buzzed at our coffee station.

Room:SUB Yellowstone
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details: Do you consider yourself to be an “adult learner” (generally defined as someone age 24 and older)? Join this session to meet other adult learners, discuss your unique needs, and learn about how to maximize your experience at MSUB.

Room: Academic Suport Center
(SUB Lower Level, across from Stingers)

Session Details: 
Play trivia and win tickets while learning about services in the MSUB Academic Support Center.An introduction to the Navigate App and a previewtofinding online services. 

Room: LI 231 

Session Details:
Get to know MSUB Student Health Services and what they provide to keep students healthy. 

Room: LI 100 
(Outside lower level library entrance)

Session Details: 
Hosted by the Career & Employment Services Department

  • Who do you want to be?  Join us for a fun and interactive exploration with Career & College Majors!
  • Learn about work study and non-work study jobs, on and off campus opportunities, and C&ES CareerLink 
  • Build your individual career success plan with C&ES Roadmap 
  • Develop your “Elevator Speech” 

Room: Beartooth
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details:
Back by Popular DEMAND! Get involved in student activities to make friends, develop leadership skills, boost your resume, and explore your interests!  Join the MSUB Center for Engagement, Student Activities Board, ASMSUB, and Rec Activities to learn about a broad range of extracurricular opportunities and stay connected to what’s happening at MSUB.

Session Presenters:
MSUB Center for Engagement | Associated Students of MSUB | Student Activities Board | Recreation Activities

2:40-4:50pm

Parent & Supporter Session
Location: SUB Glacier Room

Location: SUB Glacier Room

Hosted by the Dean of Students, join us for our special Parent and Supporter session, running concurrently with your student's Orientation session. This program is designed to introduce you to MSU Billings and its offerings, including programs, facilities, and student support services. It's a great opportunity to discover all that MSU Billings can provide for your new Yellowjacket! 

Following this session, hop on a Golf Cart Uber and make your way to a FREE Parent/Supporter BBQ & Mixer, hosted by the MSUB Foundation and Alumni Association.

Parents/Supporters who attend have the opportunity to win a $250 scholarship for their new Yellowjacket! Must be present to win.

5-7:00pm | MSUB Foundation Lawn - 2615 Virginia Ln

3:30-3:40pm

Students Transition to Session III

3:40-4:30pm

Session III

Room: Beartooth
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details:
Back by Popular DEMAND! Get involved in student activities to make friends, develop leadership skills, boost your resume, and explore your interests!  Join the MSUB Center for Engagement, Student Activities Board, ASMSUB, and Rec Activities to learn about a broad range of extracurricular opportunities and stay connected to what’s happening at MSUB.

Session Presenters:
MSUB Center for Engagement | Associated Students of MSUB | Student Activities Board | Recreation Activities

Room: Library
(Liberal Arts Building, 2nd floor entrance)

Session Details:
Come explore your MSUB Library, where you can discover the services we offer, meet the library team, which will help you in your research, and Get Buzzed at our coffee station.

Room: LI 148
(Lower level LA building, lecture hall)

Session Details:
Understand the significance of submitting a FAFSA application and understanding your award package. Learn how to confirm your account, explore payment plans, purchase books, and navigate student support programs on campus. Families will also be informed about the rules of FERPA in the college environment.

Session Presenters:
Educational Opportunity Center & TRIO SSS

All students and families are welcome to a hands-on session to complete these tasks with our support  team on Tuesday, July 15th from Noon-5pm in Room SUB 153.

Room: Academic Suport Center
(SUB Lower Level, across from Stingers)

Session Details: 
Play trivia and win tickets while learning about services in the MSUB Academic Support Center.An introduction to the Navigate App and a previewtofinding online services. 

Room: LI 231

Session Details:
Get to know MSUB Student Health Services and what they provide to keep students healthy. 

Room: LI 100 (Outside lower level library entrance)

Hosted by the Career & Employment Services Department

  • Who do you want to be?  Join us for a fun and interactive exploration with Career & College Majors!
  • Learn about work study and non-work study jobs, on and off campus opportunities, and C&ES CareerLink 
  • Build your individual career success plan with C&ES Roadmap 
  • Develop your “Elevator Speech”

Room: Meet outside Petro Theatre

Session Details:
Still wanting to know where your classes are? Feeling nervous about finding campus programs and study spots that fit your style? Let an Admissions Counselor buzz you around campus and make sure you are comfortable navigating the hive!

4:30-5:00pm

Students R&R! Take a moment to you! Refresh in your Residence Hall, or, shop in the Campus Store and use your 10% off coupon! 
(Reset and get ready for a fun evening ahead!)                                                                                                                                                            

5:00-6:00pm

Student Dinner                                                                          
Location: Rimrock Cafe 
Sponsored in part by ASMSUB & MSUB Alumni Association & MSUB Foundation                                                                                                           

5:00-7:00pm

Parents & Supporters ONLY - MSUB Alumni Association & MSUB Foundation BBQ & Mixer

Following your session, hop on a Golf Cart Uber and make your way to a FREE Parent/Supporter BBQ & Mixer, hosted by the MSUB Foundation and Alumni Association.

Parents/Supporters who attend have the opportunity to win a $250 scholarship for their new Yellowjacket! Must be present to win.

Location: MSUB Foundation Lawn - 2615 Virginia Lane (map link)
(Free parking in the Virginia Lot & Foundation Lot; intersection of Virginia Ln. & Rimrock Rd.)

6:00-9:00pm

Evening Programming Hosted by Center for Engagement, ASMSUB & SAB

6:00-7:00pm | Enjoy  games, activities & MORE (SUB Lawn) 
6:00-9:00pm | FREE drinks from 6-9pm in Stingers! Beverages sponsorsed by ASMSUB! (SUB)
7:00-8:00pm | FREE Enterainment & Live Show (Petro Theatre)
8:00-9:00pm | MSUBingo! Win prizes galore and get your dobber moving! (Glacier Room)
9:00-10:00p  | Staying overnight in the Residence Halls? Get ready for fun in the halls, meet new friends, and a s’more-gasbord of good times!

 

Day 2 ~ July 15, 2025

8:00am

MSUB Mile Walk (optional)
Meet at the Petro Theatre
(lower exterior doors)

8:15-9:30am

Student Breakfast with MSUB Faculty & Staff
Location: Rimrock Cafe

8:15-9:30am

Parent Breakfast with Campus Leadership
Location: SUB Glacier Room 

9:30-9:40am

Students and Parents/Supporters Transition to Session IV

9:40-10:30am

Session IV

Room: Beartooth
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details:
Back by Popular DEMAND! Get involved in student activities to make friends, develop leadership skills, boost your resume, and explore your interests!  Join the MSUB Center for Engagement, Student Activities Board, ASMSUB, and Rec Activities to learn about a broad range of extracurricular opportunities and stay connected to what’s happening at MSUB.

Session Presenters:
MSUB Center for Engagement | Associated Students of MSUB | Student Activities Board | Recreation Activities

Room: Library
(Liberal Arts Building, 2nd floor entrance)

Session Details:
Come explore your MSUB Library, where you can discover the services we offer, meet the library team, which will help you in your research, and Get Buzzed at our coffee station.

Room: LI 148
(Lower level LA building, lecture hall)

Session Details:
Understand the significance of submitting a FAFSA application and understanding your award package. Learn how to confirm your account, explore payment plans, purchase books, and navigate student support programs on campus. Families will also be informed about the rules of FERPA in the college environment.

Session Presenters:
Educational Opportunity Center & TRIO SSS

All students and families are welcome to a hands-on session to complete these tasks with our support  team on Tuesday, July 15th from Noon-5pm in Room SUB 153.

Room: Academic Suport Center
(SUB Lower Level, across from Stingers)

Session Details: 
Play trivia and win tickets while learning about services in the MSUB Academic Support Center.An introduction to the Navigate App and a previewtofinding online services. 

Room: LI 231
(SUB Upper Galleria)

Session Details:
Get to know MSUB Student Health Services and what they provide to keep students healthy. 

Room: LI 100 (Outside lower level library entrance)

Session Details: 

  • Who do you want to be?  Career & College Majors exploration 
  • Learn about work study and non-work study jobs, on and off campus opportunities, and C&ES CareerLink 
  • Build your individual career success plan with C&ES Roadmap 
  • Develop your “Elevator Speech” 

Room: Meet outside Petro Theatre

Session Details:
Still wanting to know where your classes are? Feeling nervous about finding campus programs and study spots that fit your style? Let an Admissions Counselor buzz you around campus and make sure you are comfortable navigating the hive!

10:30-10:40am

Transition to Student Union Lawn

10:40-11:30am

Navigating the Hive
Connect with MSUB Campus Resources & Student Support Programs
Location: SUB Lawn                                                                                                                          

11:30-11:40am

All guests transition to Petro Theatre

11:40-12:00pm

Closing Ceremony & Scholarship Awards
Location: SUB Petro Theatre

12:00pm

Residence Halls Check Out
Check out of your room & return keys

12:00-5:00pm

MSUB Campus Support Continues (Optional)
SUB - Glacier Room

  • Complete your FAFSA, navigate payment plans, confirm your account, and MORE!
    Location: SUB 152/153 (Behind Academic Support Center)
    Hosted by TRiO/EOC
  • Still need your UCard? Visit the Advising Office in McMullen 1st Floor and pick up your student ID. (Must be registered)
  • Still need to register for Fall?  Drop into the Advising Office in McMullen Hall 1st floor and make your appointment!