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