We continue to welcome a record-breaking number of students from around the world, all bringing a wide variety of academic, cultural, personal and social interests. It's important that you have a clear picture of what's needed to begin your Lipscomb experience. Entering an academic community is important and can be stressful, but don't worry. We're here to help. The orientation team is dedicated to serving you and easing this exciting transition. We can't wait to welcome you home!
Log into your Bison Portal to sign up for one of our New Student Orientation sessions!
Here, you will also be able to pay your enrollment and housing fees. Once you’ve completed both, you will receive instructions about receiving a room in one of our Residence Halls and a roommate.
New Student Orientation is a one-day onboarding experience designed specifically for first-time Lipscomb students and their guests. Here, you will learn about Student Life, get acquainted with campus, meet with faculty in your field of study, and connect with your peers.
All new students are required to attend one of the NSO sessions. Space is limited.
Session #1 - Friday, June 6th, 2025
Session #2 - Monday, June 9th, 2025
Session #3 - Friday, June 13th, 2025
Session #4 - Friday, June 27th, 2025
Each student is invited to bring up to two parents or guests with them to NSO.
As we near the summer, students will receive communications from our team at orientation [at] lipscomb.edu (orientation[at]lipscomb[dot]edu). Find all updates and information regarding schedules for NSO by checking your Lipscomb Student Email regularly!
For questions, please read the "Common Questions" tab below. To sign up, please visit your Bison Portal. For any additional questions, please contact your Admissions Counselor or orientation [at] lipscomb.edu (email our team).
Lipscomb Orientation also runs a parallel program for parents and guests during New Student Orientation. Those who participate will have the opportunity to meet university leaders, interact with other parents and guests, and attend a wide range of sessions including everything from financial aid to tips for the adjustment to college life.
To register for any of our orientation programs, students must first have been accepted for admission to the University and paid their enrollment fee. Each student is invited to bring up to two parents or guests. The first guest's attendance is included in the student's enrollment fees. The second guest will pay a $30 guest fee to cover costs and materials.
Please begin familiarizing yourself with local lodging accommodations. You can find a list of local accommodations that offer Lipscomb discounts and preferred rates at our hotel information page.
QuestWeek (fall orientation) is required of all freshmen as well as transfers 21 and under (by Aug. 1). This is an intentional extension of your orientation experience and will engage you academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. You’ll get to meet other new students and, if you’re a residential student, begin getting accustomed to dorm life.
Participating in the week will include attending required sessions, which are designed to help introduce you to campus resources that will continue to acclimate you to Lipscomb, as well as meeting other new students at our Engagement Sessions that will help you find community as you begin your first year as a Bison!
Detailed schedules will be sent out to students two weeks prior to their respective session.
If you have questions, please contact your Admissions Counselor or orientation [at] lipscomb.edu (email our team).
Spring New Student Orientation, also known as Spring NSO is a virtual onboarding experience designed specifically for first-time Lipscomb students. Whether you are transferring into Lipscomb, or are starting your higher education journey, you will learn about Life at Lipscomb, get acquainted with campus, and connect with your peers.
All new students are required to attend Spring NSO.
For questions, please read the "Common Questions" tab below. To sign up, please visit your Bison Portal. For any additional questions, please contact your Admissions Counselor or orientation [at] lipscomb.edu (email our team).
What is the Quest Team?
The Quest Team is a group of peer leaders who have gone through a rigorous interview, selection and training process in order to prepare them to serve you throughout the entire summer as orientation leaders. They're here to walk students through the entire process from registering for classes to hanging out during QuestWeek. They've been where you are and are here to point you in the right direction so that you feel welcome in your new home at Lipscomb.
The 2024 Quest Team
Save-The-Date:
Fall 2025 New Student Orientation:
Session #1 - Friday, June 6th, 2025
Session #2 - Monday, June 9th, 2025
Session #3 - Friday, June 13th, 2025
Session #4 - Friday, June 27th, 2025
Move-In Days:
Students will receive communications regarding Move In from their Residence Hall Director. This email will be sent to the student's Lipscomb email and will have important information, such as a link to sign up for a day/time to move in.
ASC: Academic Success Center, your one-stop shop for all things regarding your academic success, including services like the Writing Studio, Peer Tutors, and more!
Battle of the Boulevard: a 67-year tradition where we battle it out on the basketball court each year with our arch-nemesis down the street to see who owns the Boulevard!
Breakouts: On Thursdays, you have the opportunity to attend a wide variety of spiritual formation experiences we like to call breakouts
CDC: Career Development Center, your one-stop shop for career exploration, resume help, networking opportunities, internship experience and the job search
The Gathering: Campus pauses at 10:55 a.m. every Tuesday to come together for a campus-wide chapel called the Gathering
OID: Office of Intercultural Development, build community through culture by being involved in programs, events and activities that empower and support Lipscomb's diverse community
RA: resident assistant, the trained student leader who acts as your primary contact while living in the residence halls who lives on your floor, coordinates activities and builds relationships to shape your on-campus experience
RHD: residence hall director, the full-time, live-in professional staff member who oversees your building and maintains a safe and welcoming residential community
SAB: Student Activities Board, a group of student interns responsible for planning and executing free events for the student body
SAC: student activities center, full of racquetball courts, a weight room, running or walking tracks, a spin studio and basketball courts (free with your student ID!)
Singarama: One of the Lipscomb's longest-standing traditions where students create mini-musicals with the hope of being crowned the sweepstakes winner
Stokes: an overflow parking lot located adjacent to campus, right across Belmont Blvd
The 2025 Quest Team
Alyssa Andrews
Andrews is a senior Worship Arts major from Trumbull, Connecticut.
Lily Armstrong
Armstrong is a junior Nursing major from Lebanon, Tennessee.
Mason Baker
Baker is a sophomore Accounting major from Brentwood, Tennessee.
Gavin Cavender
Cavender is a sophomore Finance major from Cookeville, Tennessee.
Abby Clark
Clark is a junior Accounting major from Manchester, Tennessee.
Monica Cook
Cook is a senior Law, Justice, Society major from Columbus, Ohio.
Jonathan Edde
Edde is a junior Piano Performance major from Pleasant Shade, Tennessee.
Dieula Estival
Estival is a sophomore Nursing major from Ouanaminthe, Haiti
Rachael Ferguson
Ferguson is a junior Early Childhood Education major from Nashville, Tennessee.
Andrew Forney
Forney is a senior Marketing and Management major from Springboro, Ohio.
Keegan Gardner
Gardner is a sophomore Business Mangement and Finance major from Peoria, Illinois
Carter Gilbert
Gilbert is a junior Sports Management major from Frankfort, Kentucky.
Cole Graves
Graves is a sophomore Molecular Biology major from Louisville, Kentucky.
Luke Green
Green is a junior Psychology major from Nashville, Tennessee.
Harper Guthrie
Guthrie is a sophomore Pre-Pharmacy Health Sciences major from Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Je’Coria Hambrick
Hambrick is a junior Psychology major from Nashville, Tennessee.
Joseph Holmquist
Holmquist is a sophomore Family Science: Mental Health Professions major from Bellevue, Tennessee.
Ivana Huffines
Huffines is a junior Molecular Biology major from Franklin, Kentucky.
Mateo Idler
Idler is a junior Accounting major from Hyattsville, Maryland.
Amada Lashmit-Peña
Lashmit-Peña is a senior Spanish & Mathematics double major from Maryville, Tennessee.
Dillon McCracken
McCracken is a senior Philosophy major from Marietta, Georgia.
Betsy Pack
Pack is a junior Nursing major from Murfreesboro,Tennessee.
Elena Parkhurst
Parkhurst is a sophomore undeclared major from Memphis, Tennessee.
Addyline Raper
Raper is a senior Family Science major from Knoxville, Tennessee.
Mason Reynolds
Reynolds is a senior Exercise Science major from Mount Juliet, Tennessee.
Jaden Rodriguez
Rodriguez is a sophomore Business Management major from Franklin, Tennessee.
Sophie Simmons
Simmons is a junior Musical Theatre major from Cookeville, Tennessee.
Ella Williams
Williams is a senior Neurobiology major from Lexington, Kentucky.
Max Williams
Williams is a senior Management and Marketing major from Stuttgart, Germany.
7 Tips to Prepare for Life at Lipscomb
1. Spend time with family.
“I wish I would have really cherished the time I had with my family. You don’t really realize that you will not see them as often when you get to college, especially being far away from home.”
- Madisyn Rentz, ’24, Dietetics, Rockford, Minnesota
2. Get a plan for the semester.
“Take some time before you get here to map out and plan what’s important to you! Once school starts, you will have to pick up a lot of things related to academics and student life, so making sure you have a plan for self-care and spiritual investment will provide a lot of help in creating moments for rest.”
- Seth Meyer, ’24, Biochemistry, Mount Juliet, Tennessee
3. Connect with new students.
“I wish I would have reached out to more people who were coming to Lipscomb. Starting those conversations would have been super beneficial!” - Brady Bryson, ’25, Finance and Theology, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
“Don’t sweat Move-In Day and don’t overpack! A lot of times people bring too much stuff, so start with the necessities then go from there.”
- Abby Duesing, ’23, Nursing, South Holland, Illinois
5. Prepare your dorm room.
“The most useful things I brought for my dorm room were cleaning products and decor. Everything in life feels easier to handle if my living space is clean and homey!”
- Priscilla Obregon, ’23, Information Technology Management and Graphic Design, Nashville, Tennessee
“Don’t be afraid to explore new things! College is all about finding your interests and passions. Try everything once, then you’ll know if you like it or not.”
- Priscilla Obregon, ’23, Information Technology Management and Graphic Design, Nashville, Tennessee
7. Make a Nashville bucket list
“I would never get this type of stuff in my hometown, so I love having access to different experiences in Nashville.”
- Alexis Cole, ’22, Theology and Ministry, Bristol, Virginia
