This program provides students with the chance to become acclimated to campus before the beginning of the fall semester. Ignite students will move into their residence halls a day early, explore specific campus resources and discuss the nuanced differences between high school and college by interacting with staff and current OAS students.
This exciting program is exclusive to students with disabilities who have authorized accommodations at SUNY Potsdam.
At a Glance
Wednesday, August 26 – Noon - 7:30 p.m. (Mandatory)
- Move into your dorm rooms
- Dinner with OAS staff, transition leaders, you and up to 3 guests.
- Find your classroom and learn how to navigate public transportation and dinning lead by OAS transition leaders – for students only
Thursday, August 27: 8:30 a.m. - Noon (Mandatory - for students only)
- Difference between high school and college
- Learn about campus supports
- "Accommodate" - What is it?
- Role-play by OAS staff and transition leaders — how to speak with your professors
- Break out groups
- OAS tour/ exam center, campus sensory spaces and study areas.
The deadline to register is August 7, 2026. The registration form will open on June 1, 2026. Please check back on this webpage for the registration link!
This exciting new program is exclusive to students with disabilities who have authorized accommodations at SUNY Potsdam.
Questions?
Contact OAS@potsdam.edu or call (315) 267-3269 if you have any questions.