Orientation Parking Permit
Orientation will bring large crowds, including vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Managing these crowds requires careful planning. For the most convenient parking option, we strongly suggest pre-purchasing parking to have guaranteedaccess to Brazos Garage,located near Jester Residence Hall. If you purchase your parking at least 24 hours in advance, you are guaranteed a space, areguaranteed the lowest rate, avoid purchase lines, and get into the garage quicker with your credentials already in hand.
Select Freshman Orientation Parking Option
Select Transfer Orientation Parking Option
Freshman Orientation Drop Off and Pick Up
The University of Texas at Austin is a controlled campus that requires a permit to enter. If you only need access to drop off on the first day of orientation and to pickup on the final day of orientation, permits must be pre-purchased online PRIOR to arriving on campus. Drop-off and pickup times are limited to two hours.These permits are $4plusservice fees and will allow for access to Brazos Garage, near Jester Residence Hall, for the first and third days of orientation.You must purchase a separate permit for the first and third day of orientation.
Pickup or drop-off requires the regularGarage Daily Rates.
With heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic, controlling drop-off and pickup parking will allow for better control and safety for those participating in orientation. All drop-offs and pickups are in the Brazos Garage including taxi and rideshare. No curbside drop-offs/pickups are permitted.
Purchase Drop-Off / Pickup Permit
Parking Purchased Day of Orientation
If you wait to purchase parking less than 24 hours before orientation, parking will be sold at the regular Daily GarageRate.
No Parking Needed
If you do not purchase a parking or drop-off/pickup permit,you will not be able to park, load, or unloadpassengers or luggage, or be granted vehicularaccessanywhere on the UT campus during orientation.
If you wait to purchase parking less than 24 hours before orientation, parking will be sold at theDaily Garage Rate.
Access/Update Your Orientation Parking Permit
When you purchase a permit, we strongly recommend you select "Create Account" during checkout. This will allow you flexibility to manage, change, or redownload your permit.
If you forget your permit, you will be able to download it from a smart phone if you have created an account, even on the day of arrival. Should you not have a smart phone and you forget your permit, please inform the staff at the gates and/or proceed to the Brazos Garage office on Level G for assistance.
If your plans change,YOU WILL HAVE THE ABILITYto alter the parking choices you make today, provided you make changes at least 24 hours in advance of your orientation session. If you need to alter your parking choice and you did not create an account upon purchase, email is the quickest way to get a response within 24 hours:pts-orientation_parking@austin.utexas.edu.If you are calling, please allow up to 72 hours for a response during normal business hours (M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m.):512-471-7275. We will do our best to accommodate your changes.
If you have issues with your Parkmobile account, contact Parkmobile customer service at 866-330-7275.
Arrival/Departure Recommendations
Arrival
- The permit you purchased online will be used to enter the garage. Have it out and ready to scan upon entry. While there will be staff directing traffic, you will need to scan your permit at the entry gate to get into the garage.
- For directions on how to scan your permit'sQR code at the gate, seeOrientation Garage Access.
- We will have staff directing traffic.Please follow their directions.They may ask you to enter at another gate, continue driving higher up the garage ramps, or to park in a particular space in order to facilitate traffic flow.Failure to follow their instructions may cause accidents and/or more congestion in the garage.
- Please expect normal Austin rush-hour delays, andheavy traffic and congestion around Brazos Garage. Plan accordingly.
Departure
- The permit you purchased online will be used to exit the garage.Have it out and ready to scanwhen exiting.While there will be staff directing traffic, you will need to scan your permit at the exit gate to get out ofthe garage.
- For directions on how to scan your permit's QR code at the gate, seeOrientation Garage Access.
- Please follow thedirections of staff at the exit. They are there to ensure traffic flows out of the garageas quickly as surrounding city street traffic will allow.Failure to follow their instructions may cause accidents and/or more congestion in the garage.
- We highly recommend that you DO NOT exit at 5 p.m. as areas surrounding campus will be in typical rush-hour gridlock.
For Those Flying into Austin
- If you’re flying into town, Capital Metro’sRoute 20 (Manor Rd/Riverside)offers rides between campus and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Directions
Apps
The easiest way to get directions to the Jester Residence Halland Brazos Garage area is to type "Brazos Garage" into your smartphone map app.
Text Directions
From Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35)
Take the Martin Luther King Jr.Boulevard (MLK) exit. Turn onto MLK heading west. Turn right onto Brazos St. Follow signage to direct you to parking or pickup/drop-off locations.
From MoPac Expressway, also known as Texas State Highway, Loop 1
Take the Windsor Road exit heading east. Turn right onto Windsor Rd/ 24th Street. Turn right onto N Lamar Blvd. Turn left ontoMartin Luther King Jr.Boulevard. Turn left onto Brazos St.Follow signage to direct you to parking or pickup/drop-off locations.
From Texas State Highway 71
From the east, take IH-35 northbound and follow directions above for IH-35. From the west, take MoPac and follow directions above for Loop 1.
From U. S. Highway 290
From the east, take IH-35 northbound and follow directions above for IH-35. From the west, follow the directions for Highway 71 above.
From U. S. Highway 183, also known as Research Boulevard
From the north, take MoPac southbound and follow directions for MoPac listed above. From the south, take Airport Boulevard northbound to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (MLK). Turn left onto MLK. Turn right onto Brazos St.Follow signage to direct you to parking or pickup/drop-off locations.
GPS Coordinates
- 30°16'51.4"N 97°44'10.4"W
- 30.280956, -97.736218
Why We Charge for Parking
Texas law prohibits state universities from using state or university funds for any parking operations, which necessitates that PTS operates on a totally self-funded basis. All construction, operations, maintenance, enforcement, and administrative expenses must be financed through revenue generated by the sale of permits, meter use, garage daily parking fees, event parking, and fees collected from enforcement. University faculty, staff, and students pay for the privilege of parking on campus and safeguarding this privilege is a legitimate and important responsibility of PTS.
Our campus is very large, and parking spaces are an extremely limited commodity for the thousands of daily employees, students, and visitors. Many faculty, researchers, staff members, and students routinely visit our campus both throughout the week and on weekends; therefore, parking regulations must be enforced on a year-round basis.
Brazos Garage Permit Holders
The Brazos Garage (BRG) will experience heavier than normal traffic during the seven weeks of Freshman Orientation. Traffic in and around the BRGwill be at its heaviest on the first and last day of each orientation session when the attendees are entering and exiting the garage.
We will have staff directing traffic.Please follow their directions.They may ask you to enter at another entrance because of congestion, to continue driving higher in the garage, or to park in a particular space in order to maximize the utilization of the available parking spaces.Failure to follow their instructions may cause accidents and/or more congestion in the garage.
If you prefer to avoid orientation traffic, we have programmed your BRG access card to allow you in and out access atany university garage, except the AT&T Conference Center and Rowling Hall Garages, on the dates listed below on a space-available basis (applies to Freshman Orientation only):
- Session 1:May 30 and June 1, 2023 (Tues and Thurs)
- Session 2: June 5and 7, 2023(Mon and Wed)
- Session 3: June 12and 14, 2023(Mon and Wed)
- Session 4: June20and June 22, 2023 (Tues and Thurs)
- Session 5: June 26 and 28, 2023(Mon and Wed)
- Session 6: July 10and 12, 2023(Mon and Wed)
- Session 7:July 17and 19, 2023 (Mon and Wed)
Please note, parking in the other garages is on a first-come, first-served space available basis.
FAQs
What questions are asked in orientation? ›
- How did you hear about us?
- What makes you the right person for this role?
- Why are you looking for a new job?
- What are some of your hobbies?
- Why do you want to work with us?
- What are your main strengths?
- What are your main weaknesses?
- Actively participate in all orientation training, preparation, and event-related activities.
- Become an expert in campus life, services, and resources.
- Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude, encouraging the same in others.
During orientation, you will have the chance to meet with faculty and staff, meet your new classmates, connect with current students, learn about university resources, and receive academic advising in preparation for registering for classes.
How long does UNF orientation last? ›If you have any further questions about the orientation requirement please contact the Office of New Student Orientation at newtounf@unf.edu or (904) 620-1722. How long is Orientation? Our standard New Student Orientation is a two-day program, unless otherwise noted.
How long is an orientation? ›Job orientation is the process of welcoming new employees to your company, which usually lasts between one day and one week.
Should I bring anything to orientation? ›Orientation is only a short visit, so try to take only what you need. You'll want to save packing everything up for move-in day (Free Move-In Packing List). Pack lightly and efficiently. The only things you should have plenty of are questions!
What should I wear to an orientation program? ›- A neutral-colored suit. A suit is an excellent choice to show your professionalism. ...
- A collared shirt or blouse. If you don't have a suit, you can still look professional with a collared button-down shirt or a blouse. ...
- Slacks. ...
- Dresses. ...
- Closed-toe shoes.
If you don't attend orientation, it may be difficult, especially at the start of the semester, to schedule an appointment with the financial aid office or your academic advisor. This can impact your ability to register for classes and limit course availability.
What happens during orientation week? ›Orientation is a series of events and activities designed to help you as a first-year student explore all that awaits you at university. You will meet people, find out about resources on campus, learn how to find your way around campus and have some fun too.
How long does the first day of orientation last? ›Many experts believe a good (translation: informative, yet concise and effective) employee orientation program should last approximately three hours, but definitely no longer than one full work day.
Can orientation last 8 hours? ›
The orientation shall be completed during the first forty (40) hours of employment. (1) The first eight (8) hours of orientation shall be conducted prior to providing direct patient care.
Is orientation after you get hired? ›A job orientation does not always mean you got the job.
Most of the time when you do orientation, it is the final step in the hiring process and at the end of orientation you will fill out the proper paperwork to be hired.
“Orientation” refers to the ability to know where you are and where you want to go, whether you're moving from one room to another or walking downtown for a shopping trip.
Is an orientation an interview? ›After submitting an application, you may receive an orientation call, meaning the company would like to schedule you for an orientation interview, also known as a first or an initial interview.
How does orientation work? ›A job orientation is a process for giving new employees important information about their workspace, equipment, pay, benefits, and dress code. New hires are also introduced to their coworkers during an orientation, which sets them up for success and integrates them into the company culture.
Is orientation my first day? ›A job orientation occurs on the first few days of a new hire's employment. It involves introducing them to their team, showing them their workspace and administering new hire paperwork. Employees will usually spend a portion of their job orientation reviewing onboarding information like dress code, benefits and salary.
What happens if you miss orientation for a job? ›It's no big deal, they will reschedule orientation. They are desperate for people. Then you did not want the job and did not move on with the job assignment. If you do not call ahead with an explanation, do not expect to get a job.
What are the stages of orientation? ›- Pre-Orientation.
- Job-Site Orientation and.
- Job-Specific Orientation.
- Photo Identification. ...
- Comfortable Clothing and Shoes. ...
- Mandatory Health Form and Immunization Records. ...
- Admissions Paperwork.
You might be hearing yourself, or someone tell you this during orientation, your first real glimpse at college as a college student. Don't feel bad if you're nervous, it's perfectly normal.
Should I be early to orientation? ›
During your new employee orientation, always make sure you arrive on time. Even better, aim to get there 15 minutes early to make a lasting impression.
Should I bring a backpack to orientation? ›It's a good idea to bring a backpack to orientation because it is likely that you will be bringing home plenty of books and papers. Make sure to pack any forms that you or your parents filled out.
What is covered in orientation? ›Orientation Meeting
Introduction to the company, its mission, functions and culture. Review of company organizational chart. Employee handbook review. Benefits plan information, discussion and preliminary enrollment.
Your employer should have a uniform and name card prepared at any time for you. Yes the usually have extra sets of uniforms in their office and ask for your pants and shirt size. the provide you the hat but not the shoes.
Does orientation mean you get paid? ›Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers must pay new hires for time spent in meetings, training, lectures and other similar activities. According to the Society for Human Resource Management, “Orientation can be considered a lecture, meeting and training program.”
Can you back out of a job before orientation? ›As long as you're upfront and direct with the company, and apologetic about the situation, you'll be fine. What is this? Don't be afraid to quit a job before you've started. You need to look out for yourself and your career at the end of the day because nobody's going to care about that as much as you do.
Do your parents go with you to orientation? ›Do parents need to attend college orientation? Orientation for parents is typically not mandatory. But it is an occasion to meet other parents, learn even more about the college, and ask any lingering questions about the place your kid will call home for the next four years.
What does orientation mean day? ›an introduction, as to guide one in adjusting to new surroundings, employment, activity, or the like: New employees receive two days of orientation. Psychology, Psychiatry. the ability to locate oneself in one's environment with reference to time, place, and people.
What is orientation session? ›A first meeting between instructor and students during which students meet the instructor and become familiar with the hardware and software that they will need and the level of computing proficiency required for an online course.
Is orientation the same as start date? ›While orientation starts on the employee's first day, onboarding usually begins before new hires officially start. That might include sending a welcome email with detailed information or having a new employee fill out some paperwork before starting.
How long is Walmart Orientation 2023? ›
Employee orientation at Walmart should last no more than two days.
Does orientation mean job? ›Work Orientation is when newly hired employees are welcomed to their new workplace and introduced to their job, company, work environment, and colleagues. This usually happens during their first few days of employment. Orientation programs generally include: A tour of the workplace.
What comes after orientation in a job? ›Training Program. After a successful induction and employee orientation, your new recruit is ready for training. Training typically lasts a few weeks, although some positions may require more ongoing training for a longer period.
What to expect during orientation? ›A typical orientation will include going over the company culture, leadership, mission and vision, and processes and procedures. Remember to include time for an office tour, introductions to core team members, department leaders, and the facilities where they will be working.
What are the four basic rules of orientation? ›- Major objectives of orientation are to.
- (1) gain employee commitment,
- (2) reduce his or her anxiety,
- (3) help him or her understand organization's expectations, and.
- (4) convey what he or she can expect from the job and the organization.
Orientation interviews help an employer screen out applicants who don't fit the job description or meet necessary requirements. An orientation interview is also beneficial to job candidates, allowing them to ask orientation questions to see if the job is worth pursuing further.
What is discussed at orientation? ›Orientation Meeting
Introduction to the company, its mission, functions and culture. Review of company organizational chart. Employee handbook review. Benefits plan information, discussion and preliminary enrollment.
- Build an agenda that documents the orientation process. ...
- Reach out to the employee before orientation. ...
- Gather all of the paperwork beforehand. ...
- Create a welcoming work environment. ...
- Schedule trainings on their specific role. ...
- Plan for a lunch outing. ...
- Ask the employee for feedback.
The orientation may take place prior to you starting employment, or you could spend the beginning of your tenure at the job participating in an orientation program. Before you go, take the time to review the things you'll need to do to get ready to start your job on the right foot.
What do I wear to my orientation? ›A neutral-colored suit
A suit is an excellent choice to show your professionalism. You can wear a two-piece suit, which is matching trousers or a knee-length skirt and a jacket or you can be more formal by adding a vest to make a three-piece suit.
What are the three stages of orientation? ›
Pre-Orientation. Job-Site Orientation and. Job-Specific Orientation.
What are the 5 orientations? ›- The Production Concept.
- The Product Concept.
- The Selling Concept.
- The Marketing Concept.
- The Societal Marketing Concept.
Provides the new employee with concise and accurate information to make him/her more comfortable in the job; Encourages employee confidence and helps the new employee adapt faster to the job; Contributes to a more effective, productive workforce; Improves employee retention; and.
How many hours is an orientation? ›Many experts believe a good (translation: informative, yet concise and effective) employee orientation program should last approximately three hours, but definitely no longer than one full work day.
Does orientation mean position? ›Definitions of orientation. the act of orienting. type of: emplacement, locating, location, placement, position, positioning. the act of putting something in a certain place. position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions.
Does orientation mean training? ›Orientation training is a training program organized for a newly hired employee to get used to work and adapt to the company.