Winter Welcome 2026

1:30-3 p.m.

Move-in for students in campus housing

Location: your residence hall

The Winter Welcome team will meet you at your residence hall and help carry your belongings into your room. Just let them know what should stay in your vehicle.

2-3:30 p.m.

Orientation check-in

Location: Brushaber Commons, BC level 2—outside The Studio

Please check in anytime during this time window. After checking in, here are the options:

• Get your ID card
• Register for parking
• Visit the Campus Store to pick up your online textbook order or purchase campus gear
• Take an informal campus tour

Family members, please check in, too! We look forward to connecting with you. We also have online resources for parents and families and are always available if you have questions.

3:30-4 p.m.

Student and family welcome

Location: Olson Boardroom, BC Level 4

This is your official Bethel welcome! It includes an overview of several supporting offices on campus and tips on all things Bethel! Family members, please stay for this session before you say goodbye to your student.

4:15-5 p.m.

Off to a great start

Location: Olson Boardroom, BC level 4

Make your first week and first semester at Bethel the best! Review your class schedule and transfer credits, and learn about academic resources to support your success.

5-6 p.m.

Advising central and late check-in

Location: BC432 and BC level 4 lobby

Have questions about your class schedule or requirements? Get help from a member of the advising team. 

5:30-6 p.m.

Commuters campus resource tour and schedule walk

Location: BC level 4 lobby

Meet the Commuter Life team to explore campus resources and walk through your class schedule with another student.

Dinner

Location: Meet outside Monson Dining Center, BC level 3

Meet the Winter Welcome team for dinner! Bring your ID card if you are on a meal plan. If you don't have a meal plan, we'll cover the cost of your meal.

Connect and unpack

Commuter students can meet in The Underground, BC level 2, to connect with other commuters. Students living on campus can use this time to unpack and meet their roommates and hallmates.

Community kickoff

Location: Meet in The Underground, BC level 2

Join other new students for an exciting evening of games, snacks, and prizes! We will play games and do prize giveaways in The Underground and then head out to play broomball and eat s'mores around a campfire. Broomball equipment will be provided. Please bring warm outerwear.

9-9:45 a.m.

Breakfast

Location: Meet outside Monson Dining Center, BC level 3

Meet the Winter Welcome Team for breakfast! Bring your ID card if you are on a meal plan. If you don't have a meal plan, we'll cover the cost of your meal.

Morning

Prepare for classes

Take some time to prepare for classes, connect with your roommates, and get settled.

Noon-12:45 p.m.

Lunch

Location: Meet outside Monson Dining Center, BC level 3

Meet the Winter Welcome Team for lunch! Bring your ID card if you're on a meal plan. If you don't have a meal plan, we'll cover the cost of your meal.

1-2 p.m.

Campus resource tour and schedule walk

Location: Meet outside Monson Dining Center after lunch

Get familiar with campus spaces as you walk through your class schedule with another student.

5:30-6:15 p.m. 

Dinner

Location: Meet outside Monson Dining Center, BC level 3

Meet the Winter Welcome Team for dinner! Bring your ID card if you're on a meal plan. If you don't have a meal plan, we'll cover the cost of your meal.

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Campus connect

Location: Meet in The Underground, BC level 2

Spark new friendships and memories through campus-wide games, meaningful conversations, and a lot of fun with your Bethel community!

We're glad you're here!