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 Eastlund Room—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 2 |
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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) |
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4-4:45 p.m. |
Campus rour 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 BUILD and families Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4 |
Thursday, August 27—Main arrival day
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9 a.m.-5 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 |
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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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4:15-6:30 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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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 |
Friday, August 29
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7-8:30 a.m. |
Breakfast: Available for purchase or off campus. Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3 |
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8-11 a.m. |
Info Central Atrium—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2 |
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8-9 a.m. |
Pastries with parents: Parents and families are invited to enjoy some coffee and pastries and a chance to relax while connecting with other parents/families! The Underground—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2 |
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9-10:30 a.m. |
President's greeting and student experience overview The Underground—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 2 |
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10:45 a.m.-noon |
Commissioning service Benson Great Hall—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1 |
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Noon-1:30 p.m. |
Lunch and family goodbye: Available for purchase or off campus. Monson Dining Center—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 3 |
