In our efforts to provide support for our students' transition to campus each August, we believe clear and comprehensive communication is essential. Beginning each May, students will begin to receive email communications to their Lehigh email addresses containing helpful checklists, resources and timelines. Below is a log of all those emails that have been sent so students and their families can stay up to date on the latest official communications to reference if needed. 

Summer 2025 Communication

Welcome Class of 2029!

The Office of First-Year Experience (OFYE) is excited to support your transition. Be on the lookout for email communications to help you prepare for your arrival in August and your first year. We're here to answer your questions and help you make the most of your Lehigh experience.

Key Information & Action Items:
  • Welcome Kit: Review this important publication for summer preparation details. A printed copy is being mailed and on the way!
  • Lehigh Student Portal (Access Tuesday, May 13): Your central hub for information, including the Summer Checklist. This checklist contains required forms, important information, and deadlines. There is no set time the portal will go live, but will be announced via email when available.
  • Lehigh Email (Active Tuesday, May 13): Starting May 14, all official university communications will be sent to your Lehigh email. Check it regularly.
  • Duo 2FA: You will be prompted to enroll in Duo multi factor authentication to protect your account. Be sure to complete the entire process outlined in How to Enroll to Duo in one sitting. Abandoning the process will prevent you from being able to access Lehigh's resources. If you have questions regarding Duo or your Lehigh Gmail account, contact the LTS Help Desk.
  • PreLUsion Registration (Opens Tuesday, May 13, 3:00 PM EDT): Register via the Summer Checklist or the prelusion webpage. Note: Conflicts exist for International Student Orientation, LUSSI, ROTC, fall athletics, and the Marching 97 Band Camp participants.
  • Save the Date: OFYE Welcome & Kickoff Webinar (Tuesday, May 13, 8:00 PM EDT): Register on our Webinar Series page to learn about campus resources and connect with campus partners.

Stay connected by checking your email regularly throughout the spring and summer. Contact us anytime at fye@lehigh.edu or (610) 758-1300.

Congratulations, and we look forward to welcoming you in August!

 

We are excited to invite you to Lehigh University's 2025 Summer Webinar Series! These sessions are designed to introduce you to campus resources, support your transition, and connect you with key university staff. Whether you're a student or a family member, these webinars will provide valuable insights to prepare for the upcoming academic year.

Summer Schedule

REGISTER HERE for any or all of the webinars this summer!

  • Office of the First-Year Experience Welcome & Kick-Off
    Tuesday, May 13 – 8:00 PM EDT
  • Accommodations 101: Successfully Navigating the Transition for Students with Disabilities
    Thursday, May 22 – 12:00 PM EDT
  • Completing Your Housing Contract
    Monday, June 2 – 6:00 PM EDT
  • Academic Advising & Support for Students
    Tuesday, June 10 – 7:00 PM EDT
  • Tech Talk for First-Year Students and Families
    Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – 7:00 PM EDT
  • Pursuing the Pre-Health Track at Lehigh: Meet the Pre-Health Director and the Med Mentors
    Thursday, July 10, 2025 – 5:30 PM EDT
  • Are You Move-In Ready?
    Tuesday, July 15, 2025 – 7:00 PM EDT

We hope you will join us! More webinars will be announced as the summer continues. Sessions will be recorded as appropriate and posted on our summer webinar webpage one week after each session.

Great news! Your Lehigh Student Portal is now live — linking you to everything you’ll need this summer as a first-year student.

Summer Checklist

You can now start working through the Summer Checklist, which includes important tasks to complete before August. Visit the Lehigh Student Portal to get started.

Register for preLUsion

Get a head start on your Lehigh experience by joining a preLUsion program, happening August 18–20. Registration opens today at 3:00 PM EDT and is available through the Summer Checklist or directly on the preLUsion webpage.

Note: Spots are limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
 If cost is a concern, scholarships are available — don’t hesitate to apply on the preLUsion webpage.

Lehigh Email: Time to Switch Over

Your Lehigh email is now active! Starting tomorrow, all official university communication will be sent to your Lehigh address. Be sure to check it regularly so you don’t miss any updates.

Join Us Tonight – Summer Webinar Kickoff

Don’t miss our Welcome & Kickoff Webinar tonight at 8:00 PM EDT.
Register here to join us live!

Important Note:

If you don’t see the new portal info, you likely haven’t activated your Lehigh computing account yet. You’ll need to visit your Applicant Portal (where you logged in with your personal email) to set it up and receive your Lehigh credentials (e.g., abc123).