Welcome to Trinity University
Hello, Tigers!
From everyone on campus, we are excited to welcome you to the Trinity community!
From New Tiger Orientation (NTO) to your first day of class, our orientation experience at Trinity is going to set you up for success both inside and outside of the classroom. You’ll get the opportunity to connect early with staff, professors, and your peers, and learn about all the campus resources on campus that are here to support you throughout your journey at Trinity.
At Trinity, you matter, and there are many people that can’t wait to go on this journey with you.
From all of us at Trinity, welcome to the family!
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What to Expect
About Tiger Takeoff
Tiger Takeoff is a two-day summer orientation for all new students to get acclimated to life as a Trinity Tiger. Students will get to stay in one of the residence hall rooms, build community with their peers, and be informed about campus resources and support services.
Students may bring two guests to Tiger Takeoff. Guests/family members will be provided with their own program schedule. Guests/family members will need to find their own lodging accommodations during Tiger Takeoff.
- Build community with your fellow students
- Overnight stay in a residence hall room
- Campus Resource Fair with 30+ departments
- Engage in fun social activities
- Listen and learn from a current student panel
- Learn how to engage academically with professors
What to Bring
Students will be staying overnight in one of our residence halls on campus. Students should pack lightly for their stay on campus. For the overnight stay, students are responsible for bringing their own bed linens and bath towels which should include Twin XL sheets, blanket, pillow, pillow case, and bath towels.
- Casual attire (t-shirts, shorts, jeans) - Summers in Texas are hot!
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Jacket or light sweater for indoors
- Umbrella or rain jacket - just in case
- Personal bag (backpack, purse)
- Notebook, pencil, pen
- Photo ID
- Toiletries
- Snacks
- All medications you may need
- Twin XL sheets
- Blanket
- Pillow
- Pillow case
- Bath towels
- Shower Shoes
- Hand soap
- Portable charger
Travel arrangements and check-in
Once you have received your confirmation email, please make your travel arrangements to arrive at campus in time for check-in.
Day 1 check-in
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Please arrive on-time for check-in.
Day 2 departure
12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Students should not plan to leave campus until after 1 p.m.
Schedule and Registration
This guide contains all of the important information that you need to know.
Cost and Attendance
Attendance is highly encouraged, and there is no cost to attend.
Session Dates
- June 5 - 6 (Fri/Sat)
- June 12 - 13 (Fri/Sat)
- June 25 - 26 (Thu/Fri)
Guest
Students may bring two guests. Guests/family members will be provided with their own program schedule.
Schedule
Please click The 2026 Tiger Takeoff Schedule to view the Student and Family/Guest schedules. Students and families will have separate schedules for their time on campus.
Please note that these schedules are subject to change without notice and this webpage will be the most accurate source of the schedule.
Registration
Registration opens in your applicant status portal in Spring 2026. Sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis and close when full. Register early, as the registration link closes one week before each session. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. All students must register and receive confirmation. Any changes to your registration must be made at least two weeks before your scheduled Tiger Takeoff session.
The Orientation Team
These awesome Orientation Team (O-Team) leaders are here to welcome you to the Trinity community and to show you all resources available to students including, but not limited to: getting involved on campus, getting internships or on-campus employment, how to start a new student organization, and the best places to study on campus.