Commencing on Monday 22 February, Orientation Week  is the traditional start of the university year for new students at Charles Sturt University (CSU). Around 600 students, including part-time students, will commence courses as varied as physiotherapy, teaching, nursing, speech therapy, adventure ecotourism, accountancy and information technology. Head of CSU in Albury-Wodonga, Professor Allan Curtis said Orientation Week activities were vital to introduce new students to study and life at CSU. “Orientation Week provides space for students to become familar with their surroundings, staff and other students. CSU staff are ready to respond to queries about courses and subjects, help students find accommodation, and help them make the most of the cultural and sporting acitivities available in Albury-Wodonga,” Professor Curtis said. Major events during the week include: Monday 22 February - Check-in of new residents to the student residences at Thurgoona; Tuesday 23 February - Official welcome to CSU in Albury-Wodonga by acting Head of Campus, Associate Professor John Atkinson; Tuesday 23 February - Market Day for student-run academic, sporting and leisure clubs and local businesses; Wednesday 24 February – Big BBQ for all new students at lunchtime. Students are officially enrolling this day; and, Friday 26 February – Race Around Thurgoona for new students to help get to know their local area and campus.