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MEC Pre-Orientation (MECPrO) is a free program for all incoming first-year students and families, sponsored by the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center (MEC). Through a series of engaging programs, students and families are introduced to support services and resources, and given an opportunity to interact with fellow UD students, faculty, staff and administrators. Registration for MECPrO opens May 27 at 1 p.m.

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Calendar 2026-08-19T18:00:00 2026-08-21T18:30:00 America/New_York MECPrO MEC Pre-Orientation (MECPrO) is a free program for all incoming first-year students and families, sponsored by the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center (MEC). Through a series of engaging programs, students and families are introduced to support services and resources, and given an opportunity to interact with fellow UD students, faculty, staff and administrators. Registration for MECPrO opens May 27 at 1 p.m.

Quick Facts

Dates: Aug. 19-21, 2026

Audience: First-year students and families

Cost per Camper: FREE

Registration: Opens May 27, 2026, at 1 p.m.

MECPrO is one of three exciting pre-arrival programs that the University of Dayton offers. To explore the full list of pre-arrival programs, please visit go.udayton.edu/prearrival.

Aerial view of UD Chapel and surrounding buildings during the evening
MECPrO Registration

Registration

Registration for MECPrO opens May 27 at 1 p.m.!

After registration is complete, students will receive confirmation of their registration and instructions from MEC — including a detailed schedule of events — in their UD email.

Cancellation

MECPrO is free to attend, but if you have registered and do not attend, you will be charged a cancellation fee. (Extenuating circumstances may arise; please communicate with us at multiethnic@udayton.edu.)

Program Cost

Cost per Camper: FREE
Commonly Asked Questions

How long is MECPrO?

MECPrO runs from 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, and 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Thursday & Friday, Aug. 20-21.

Where does MECPrO take place?
MECPrO activities will take place in Kennedy Union and various locations across UD's campus.

Can I participate in other programs in addition to MECPrO?

Due to overlapping dates, students may only attend one pre-arrival opportunity (Camp Blue, Callings or MECPrO).

Who can I contact for more info?

Contact multiethnic@udayton.edu for more information or with any questions.
Contact Student Transitions and Family Programs
300 College Park
Dayton, Ohio 45469
937-229-2229 email

Prepare for Arrival

Once you've confirmed your enrollment, you can customize your pre-UD experience and take the next steps to prepare for your arrival on campus.

Enrolled Student Information