New Student Orientation
Congratulations and welcome to Elizabeth City State University, home of the Mighty Vikings!
We are excited at the thought of having you join the ECSU family, and we look forward to serving you and your family members in the near future. The first step in beginning your Viking Voyage is to attend one of our New Student and Family Viking Voyage Orientation (VVO) sessions.
During VVO you will meet with academic advisors, register for classes, learn about campus resources, experience the ECSU Viking Pride Culture, make new friends, and so much more! As you navigate the Viking Voyage and stay the course to becoming a Viking, don’t forget to:
- Activate your VikingOne (email) account, if you haven't already
- Register for Viking Voyage Orientation below.
- Complete the Admitted Student Checklist
Viking Voyage Orientation Sessions
In-Person June 17-18, 2025
In-Person June 23-24, 2025
In-Person July 14-15, 2025
Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.
In-Person July 8, 2025
Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.
In-Person July 19, 2025
Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.
Virtual July 16, 2025
Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.
More information coming soon
One Day In-Person Transactional Days
April 23 Summer Session I & II
July 16, 2025 Summer Session II
Before the start of each semester, students are encouraged to come to campus to take care of essential tasks to ensure a smooth transition into the summer sessions and academic year. This includes finalizing registration, settling financial aid, securing housing, obtaining student IDs, and connecting with key campus resources. This period provides you with the opportunity to handle important business, ask questions, and prepare for a successful start to your classes.
Orientation is required for all incoming students!
Setting Up Your VikingOne Account
As an ECSU student, you must setup your VikingOne password to access the following services: e-mail, university computers, Wi-Fi, Canvas, E4U, LinkedIn Learning, and Self-Service Banner (SSB).
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Locate the email from ECSU Division of Information Technology (DIT) that includes your Banner ID & ECSU Email address.
From: (NoReply@ecsu.edu) Subject: Your Elizabeth City State account is ready - To get started, go to the Self-Service Password Portal to setup your VikingOne account password.
- Complete the requested information
- Check the box to receive a text message
- Click Submit
- Select where you want your pin sent (cell or email)
- Click Send Pin
- Enter the Pin Code to validate
- Click Validate
- Enter a New Password (see password requirements below)
- Re-type New Password
- Click Reset Password
- Click Exit
- Once you have setup your password, verify that you can access ECSU services, such as your ECSU-issued email account.
Password requirements:
- Password Length: The minimum password length will be 15 characters.
- Complexity Requirements: Passwords must contain a character from three of the following four categories:
- Uppercase letters
- Lowercase letters
- Base 10 digits (0 through 9)
- Non-alphanumeric characters: ~!@#$%^&*_-+=`|(){}[]:;"'<>,.?/
- Passwords cannot contain a 15-character dictionary word.
You will need to visit the Self-Service Password Portal to change your password:
- If it has been 365 days or more since you last changed your password
- If you believe your password is known to anyone other than you
- If you forgot your password
Reminders
- Never share your password. DIT staff will never ask for your secret password.
- Passwords will expire every 12 months. You will receive email reminders prior to expiration.
- Please reach out to our Helpdesk at 252-335-3532 should you have any questions about your initial password setup. You must bring
an ID card such as a driver’s license to verify your identity.
- E-mail regarding your classes, student information and bills will be sent to
your student e-mail.
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Contact our Helpdesk at 252-335-3532 if you have trouble logging into your E-mail with your VikingOne account.
Sha'Nyah Moore
Ridley Student Center, Suite 211
orientation@ecsu.edu