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.  

Friday, August 22—Early arrival day

10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Info Central
Atrium—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Lunch: Available for purchase or off campus
Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3

2-2:45 p.m.

Family Session: Parents & Families as Career Development Advocates
Eastlund Room—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 2

3-4 p.m.

Family Social: Join on the patio for a sweet treat and a chance to relax while connecting with other parents/families!            
Valentine Patio (near Lake Valentine)

4-4:45 p.m.

Campus Tour                                                      
Lobby—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1

5-7 p.m.

Dinner: Available for purchase or off campus
Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3

5-7 p.m.

Welcome Event for BUILD Program Students and Families
Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4

  

Saturday, August 23—Main arrival day

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Info Central
Atrium—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2 

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Lunch: Available for purchase or off campus
Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3

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.

2-2:45 p.m.

Family Session: Parents & Families as Career Development Advocates
Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4

3-3:45 p.m.

Family Session: Parents & Families as Career Development Advocates
Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4

3:45-4:30 p.m.

Campus Tour
Lobby—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1

4:15-6:30 p.m.

Welcome Picnic: Due to the expected storms, the Lakeside Picnic will be held inside the Dining Center. 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

6:30-7:30 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