New Student Orientation

Get Ready for Life at BSU

New Student Orientation (NSO) welcomes our newest Bulldogs to campus. During NSO, incoming students receive support as they transition into their new academic and social environment.

Kick off your life at Bowie State with:

An overview of campus resources
Academic highlights and tips for success
A crash course in BSU traditions and history
Social events to connect with your new peers

Stay tuned for an update on Spring 2026 NSO!

Questions?

If you have any questions, please email newstudentexperiences@bowiestate.edu for assistance. Stay updated by following us on Instagram @experiencebowiestate!

Office of New Student Experiences Staff

Thomasina Boardley
Director of New Student Experiences and Student Engagement

Diamond Lyles
Transition and Retention Specialist

Khadeja Kourouma
Program Management Specialist

Brian Hill
Social Media Onboarding and Retention Specialist