The NODA Annual Conference brings together orientation, transition, and retention professionals from across higher education to share ideas, explore emerging practices, and strengthen the work that helps students thrive. 

Advantage Design Group has been part of the NODA community for more than a decade, and we're excited to return to NODAC 2026 in Atlanta. Stop by to connect with our team, talk orientation, and discover how Advantage Orientation can help you create a more engaging, accessible, and effective start for every student.

Give Students a Stronger Start

Advantage Orientation helps colleges and universities welcome and prepare students before they ever set foot on campus. With a customized, video-rich digital experience, you can:

• Introduce students to your campus, culture, and community
• Deliver essential information in an engaging, student-friendly format
• Extend orientation beyond a single day or event
• Prepare students and families before they arrive on campus
• Build confidence and connection from the very beginning
• Track participation and completion with real-time data

Don't Miss Our Highlight Panel Session! 

Wednesday, November 11 | 3:05–3:55 PM 

The Data Is In: How Online Orientation Improved Completion, GPA & Retention 

Hear from orientation leaders at Old Dominion University, the University of Tennessee Knoxville, and Kansas State University as they share how online orientation helped reshape the student experience - from increasing completion and reducing information overload to improving retention, GPA, and the value of in-person orientation. They'll share what worked, what they learned, and how they built support for change across their campuses. 

You're Invited to the Advantage NODAC Happy Hour!

Our annual NODAC happy hour is back! Join us at the SkyLounge at Glenn Hotel (across the street from the conference hotel) on Wednesday, November 11th, from 6:00PM to 8:00PM ET for a night of collaboration, connection, and fun with other orientation professionals. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided!

All friends of Advantage Design Group are invited, including

• Advantage clients (psst... you can bring a friend!)
• Those who book a demo with us prior to NODAC

Click here to RSVP!

See Advantage Orientation in Action

Whether you're looking to modernize your current orientation, expand pre-orientation, or create a more consistent experience across student populations, we'd love to show you what's possible. Fill out the form in the sidebar to connect with a member of our team.