Bathurst will feel a surge of activity when approximately 923 new students arrive in town for the start of the 2016 Orientation Week (O Week) at Charles Sturt University (CSU) next week.CSU Dean of Students Professor Julia Coyle said O Week is a fun, happy and hectic time for new students, their parents and carers, and CSU staff as there is much to learn as students consider their new lives in higher education."For our new students, it is vital that they meet the people and find the resources that will make their studies at CSU a success, while also enjoying a rewarding and eventful life, often in a new town," Professor Coyle said."The shift from school to university means students become adult learners. This transition may be difficult for parents who need to shift from strong engagement as a parent of a school student to only being involved in discussion with lecturers if their young adult gives permission."Professor Coyle said students can use a wide range of services to improve their chances of success, such as the free after-hours and weekend tutors to help students in various areas.The start of O Week at CSU in Bathurst is officially marked by the Commencement Ceremony to be held in the CD Blake Auditorium (building 1220) at 10.30am to 11.30am Monday 22 February.Mr Ardin Beech, on-air presenter at radio 2BS (Bathurst) will deliver the 'Reflections of a Graduate' address to new students and their families. Other special guests include CSU Pro-Chancellor Ms Carole McDiarmid, the Mayor of Bathurst Councillor Gary Rush, Wiradjuri Elder Aunty Gloria Rogers, and Reverend  ̀̀Oto Faiva from the Uniting Church in Bathurst.A morning tea for parents and supporters will follow at 11.30am, concurrent with a Market Day on the library lawn promoting clubs, services and businesses in Bathurst, including a welcome barbeque from 12.30pm.Other activities during the week include formal welcomes, introductions and orientation to Faculties and School, and sessions providing tips and requirements for effective and successful studying at university.Social activities during the week include a 'UV Party' at the Rafters Bar from 8pm Monday 22, a trivia night from 7pm Tuesday 23, a 'Horror Party' from 8pm Wednesday 24, a Moonlight Cinema on the library lawn from 8pm Thursday 25, and a Dag Night at the Rafters Bar from 9pm Friday 26 September.The Bathurst campus will see the return of continuing students the next weekend with the formal start of the academic year on Monday 29 February.