Connections is a two-credit academic course designed to ease your transition to Utah State.
Prepare to Attend
Get ready for an exciting start to your USU Eastern experience! Before arriving on campus, make sure to:
Arrange your Schedule
Attendance in Connections is graded. Much of the learning that occurs in Connections is a result of participation in class discussions and activities. It is difficult, if not impossible, to recreate or make up a missed class or workshop. Class for the pre-semester version of Connections is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. The Connections luminary is also considered mandatory class time, and it is held Friday night. Arrange your schedule and work obligations accordingly.
Plan your Meals
Connections students are responsible for meals on Thursday and Friday; lunch will be provided on Wednesday.
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 on Tuesday between 1–4 p.m. to check in to class, find out about campus resources, and connect with your A-Team.
Check into Housing
Starting: August 22nd, 2026
If you are living on campus and participating in Connections, you may check-in to your residence hall early. If you are living off campus, please check with your landlord to see when you are eligible to move in.
We’re excited to welcome you to campus—Connections is your first step toward a successful college journey!
Evening Activities
Time: TBD
Time: TBD
Time: 8:30 pm | Geary Event Center
* Parents Welcome
Contact Us
Ally Robertson
ally.robertson@usu.edu