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 would 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. |
Parent & Family Session Clausen Center (CC) 313 |
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. |
3-3:45 p.m. |
Parent & Family Session Olson Boardroom—Brushaber Commons (BC) Level 4 |
3:45-4:30 p.m. |
Campus Tour Lobby—Community Life Center (CLC) Level 1 |
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! Community Life Center (CLC) Lawn |
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 |
8 p.m. |
Family Goodbyes and Departure |