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What is Connections Miniversity?

Connections Miniversity is an interactive overnight orientation program for new NJIT undergraduate students.  During the program, you will embrace and develop a connection with the university in hopes that the program will allow for a smooth transition from high school to college. Being an incoming first year student, you will be given the opportunity to meet with advisors and learn about the academic experience and expectations of study here at the University. You will also receive guidance on academic planning. You will learn about innovative programs, receive your Placement Testing results, and obtain both peer and professional advising on majors, minors, and fields of study.

Beyond the academic orientation, we also balance the program with a rich array of meaningful activities that help orient students to community life, student activities on campus, and the diverse resources in and around Newark that make NJIT so unique.  Meeting life long friends, finding a roommate, seizing the Highlander spirit, staying in a residence hall, or becoming part of a student organization are all part of the experience we hope you will have at CMV.

We also hope that CMV helps you begin to grasp the opportunities and responsibilities that come along with being a member of the NJIT community.

Do I have to attend Connections Miniversity?

Connections Minversity is mandatory for all incoming NJIT freshman. If you do not attend you will not be eligible to register for fall semester classes.

How long is Connections Miniversity?

CMV is a two day overnight experience. Check-in begins at 9:00 am on your specified CMV session date. Dismissal is between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm on the following day.

When is Connections Miniversity?

CMV is held during the month of June. Once you have registered for CMV you will be receiving via email an assigned session date. If you have any additional questions or concerns please contact the CMV office.

Where do I stay when I am at Connections Miniversity?

When you attend CMV you will be staying overnight in Cypress Hall, one of NJIT’s freshman residence halls. For more information about NJIT's residence halls and their policies please visit the Reslife website.

How do I register for Connections Miniversity?

To register for Connections Miniversity, please CLICK HERE.

What if I have not received information regarding CMV in the mail or by email?

Please contact the CMV office by email at connectionsMV@njit.edu or by phone, 973-596-5438.

Can I leave early or arrive late to Connections Miniversity?

Attendance issues will be handled on a case by case basis at the discretion of the Associate Dean of First Year Students and the Associate Director for Leadership, Diversity, and First Year Programs.

What if I have an issue with my assigned Connections Miniversity session date?

Please contact the CMV office by email at connectionsMV@njit.edu.

How can I contact the Connections Miniversity staff?

You can contact the CMV office by phone, 973-596-5438, by email, connectionsMV@njit.edu, or by fax, 973-642-4782. The office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. During the months of June, July, and August the University is closed on Friday’s.

What do I bring to Connections Miniversity?

• Casual Clothes and comfortable shoes
• Personal items such as shampoo, soap, toothbrush, and towels
• Pen and Pencil
• Umbrella (in case of rain)
• Sheets or sleeping bag with a pillow (Extra Long Twin)
• Anything else you will need to sleepover
• Parking Pass
• UCID and Password
• Spending money to buy NJIT paraphernalia and snacks
• Health Services packet (call 973-596-3621)
• One form of identification with a photo (driver’s license, HS ID)

Where do I park when I attend Connections Miniversity?

When you arrive at NJIT for Connections Miniversity you can either be dropped off at Cypress Hall located on Bleeker Street or you can park your vehicle at the University Parking Deck located on Summit Street. For a campus map CLICK HERE.

How do I get to NJIT?

http://www.njit.edu/about/visit/gettingtonjit.php