Arrival Day
Wednesday, September 17
Note: Lunch and dinner are available at no charge in Downer Commons.
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Moving in and getting settled
Residence halls
11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
Downer Commons
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Services Fair
Buchanan Kiewit Recreation Center
Campus offices and local businesses provide information. Come and meet with representatives from:
Banks
Career Center
Center for Teaching and Learning
Counseling and Health Services
Dining Services
Diversity Center
Finance Office (student accounts)
Financial Aid and Student Employment
Information Technology Services
Library
Local religious organizations
Off-campus Programs
Residence Life and Housing
Security
Telecommunications
Volunteer and Community Service Center
2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Walking Tours
Tours of campus will leave from
the Recreation Center
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Beyond Words
Buchanan Kiewit Recreation Center (Multipurpose Room, lower level)
Beyond Words is a “living museum” that finds root in the philosophy “the only way to learn is through experience.” Participants will experience words, art, and ideas exploring diversity and campus community issues.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Parent Orientation Session
“Life at Lawrence: Discussion with the Dean’s Staff”
Lucinda’s (Colman Hall)
A question and answer session follows brief presentations by Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Nancy Truesdell and members of the campus life, career center, health, and counseling services staff.
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dinner
Downer Commons
7:30 p.m.
Welcome Concert
Memorial Chapel
All are encouraged to attend this concert featuring Conservatory of Music students.
Thursday, September 18
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Downer Commons
8:00 a.m.
Legacy breakfast/photograph
Lucinda’s Dining Room (Colman Hall)
New students and their alumni parents, grandparents, and siblings are invited to this special breakfast.
9:00 a.m.
Matriculation Handshake and President’s Welcome (Attendance at this session is required of all new students.)
Memorial Chapel
Each new student will meet President Jill Beck before joining family members in the Chapel for the official campus welcome event (followed by class photo).
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Parent Luncheon
Downer Commons
Parents and family members enjoy a luncheon on their own while new students meet with faculty advisors.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Parents and family members should attend one of the following sessions:
“Money Matters”
Wriston Auditorium
Meet with finance and financial aid staff to discuss your student’s money management, campus employment, the billing process, and financial aid.
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“Navigating Parent/Student Relationships:
You’re Still the Parents, But . . .”
Youngchild Hall 121
Meet and interact with current students and parents of current students who will share their perspectives on what each wants and needs from the other, how to approach the transition, and the normal range of emotions you may be feeling.
2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Parent Orientation Session “Academic Success at Lawrence”
Lucinda’s (Colman Hall)
Geoff Gajewski, Acting Dean of Student Academic Services, and other staff members discuss Freshman Studies, academic advising, the curriculum, grade reports, tutoring and support services, and services for those with disabilities.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Family Send-off Reception
Science Hall Atrium
New students and family members are invited to mingle, meet informally with President Beck and staff, and enjoy
refreshments before family members depart.
For additional information regarding Parent Orientation or Welcome Week activities, contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at
920-832-6596.