Welcome Week
Parents and Families
We're so glad you've decided to come along on your student's Welcome Week experience! Below you'll find a schedule tailored to you and other family members who'd like to explore the Bethel campus and community during this time.
Wednesday, August 26—Early arrival day
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10 a.m.-4 p.m. |
Info Central Atrium—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2 |
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11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. |
Lunch: Available for purchase or off campus Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3 |
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2-2:45 p.m. |
Parent and family session Clausen Center (CC) 313 |
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3-4 p.m. |
Family social: Join us on the patio for a sweet treat and a chance to relax while connecting with other parents/families! Valentine Patio (near Lake Valentine) |
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4-4:45 p.m. |
Campus tour Lobby—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1 |
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5-7 p.m. |
Dinner: Available for purchase or off campus Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3 |
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5-7 p.m. |
Welcome event for students in the BUILD Program and families Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4 |
Thursday, August 27—Main arrival day
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9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. |
Info Central Atrium—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2 |
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11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. |
Lunch: Available for purchase or off campus Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3 |
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1-4 p.m. |
Free time: Make a shopping run or help your student get settled into housing. Here are other things to take care of in your free time. |
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2-2:45 p.m. |
Parent and family session Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4 |
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3-3:45 p.m. |
Parent and family session Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4 |
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3:45-4:30 p.m. |
Campus tour Lobby—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1 |
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5-6:45 p.m. |
Welcome picnic: Stop by anytime to enjoy several food stations. Students are covered under their meal plan and families eat free! Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3 |
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7-8 p.m. |
Kickoff celebration: Your official welcome to Bethel! Arrive 15 minutes early to get a good seat. After the Kickoff Celebration, parents and family members can conclude the day's activities by grabbing a frozen treat in the CLC Circle or Valentine Patio. Benson Great Hall—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1 |
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8 p.m. |
Family goodbyes and departure |
