Orientation

[mamayogibear]

The orientation for my program is next Monday. I am not living in the town yet so I will have to take a train with my two kids there then a bus to drop them off at a daycare then back across town to the college. How can I seem well put together and make a good impression after spending five hours traveling? I don't want to dress up while on the train, either a frumpy jeans and tshirt or a hippie dress will be comfortable for travel. Should I bring a change of clothes for orientation? Should I even bother with make up? I have the highest grades of the incoming class and want to make a good impression but I think that will be difficult after traveling all day. Any suggestions?

Thanks

[windmill182]

You cant put light makeup on at home? Its only five hours...touch up in the bathroom at school, if you are that worried.

What about a pair of khakis and a nice shirt? At my orientation most people looked like they did any other day in class, but I understand that you want to make an impression.

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I don't remember what anyone was wearing at orientation. Except the girl that looked like she was going pole dancing after. That was a ridiculous.

[sandanrnstudent]

i say a dress or dark jeans and a loose-fitting dress shirt with your hair up and earrings. Maybe a bangle for the wrist and light makeup. - Go comfortable on the shoes!

my two cents for what its worth.

sandan rnstudent

[jeo684]

I would go looking presentable. If you are taking a train.... do your make up on the train :-) I am sure people do it all the time!

[szeles23]

when in doubt, do business casual. We have to wear our polos and either khaki or black pants. We have class pics and our pledging ceremony so I guess they want us to wear our lecture uniforms. khakis and polo are nice.

I would say bring a change of clothes, especially depending on how old your kids are. Do whatever you feel comfortable with as far as makeup