Connections is a two-credit academic course designed to ease your transition to Utah State by helping you understand the purpose of higher education and how you can intentionally take advantage of the many opportunities and resources available to you as a college student.
Prepare to Attend
Get ready for an exciting start to your USU Eastern experience! Before arriving on campus, make sure to:
Arrange your Schedule
Connections Class is 9-4, Wednesday - Friday. Plus, it is mandatory you attend the Luminary Friday evening from 7:30 – 10 pm. Attendance is graded so it’s important you attend all classes, workshops and evening activities.
Plan your Meals
Connections Students: All meals will be provided.
Tuesday, Aug 25 Dinner All meals provided Wednesday, Aug 26-Friday, August 28
Log into Canvas and Submit Summer Homework
Due: August 26th, 2026
Log into your Connections Canvas course and complete the summer homework about Becoming a Learner. This assignment is due before you arrive at class on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 9 a.m. The book Becoming a Learner will be available for you to read in Canvas with your other course materials.
Submit your Waiver
Due: August 26th, 2026
Log into Canvas and submit your waiver as a "quiz" in your Connections course before class starts. If you will be under 18 years of age prior to August 26, 2026 you are required to have your parents or guardians sign in ink and upload a signed waiver to that quiz.
Check in
Date: Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
Come to Connections Check-In Tuesday from 2-4 pm. Find out about class details, campus resources, and connection with your Connections Mentor.
Check into Housing
Starting: August 25th, 2026
If you are living in campus housing you can check-in at 2 pm when we have our class check-in. Please be prepared to stay on campus once you check-in.
We’re excited to welcome you to campus—Connections is your first step toward a successful college journey!
Evening Activities
7:30-10:00 pm
ATTENDANCE MANDATORY
Parents Welcome!
Contact Us
Christian Haws
christian.haws@usu.edu