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Caf is Open

7 a.m. – 8 p.m. 

Jackson Campus Center

Fun Run (Optional)

9 a.m.

Meet at Three Flags  

The Greeters will show you popular routes through the Arboretum and around campus using Jefferson Street, Broadway Ave, and Sunrise Ave. Note: the run will be no longer than 3 miles and will be at a relaxed pace. 

Walk and Talk (Optional)

9 a.m. 

Meet at Three Flags 

Meet up with some Gustie Greeters for a casual walk through the Arboretum and around campus. 

Yoga with the �鶹��Ƶ Yoga Club (Optional)

9 a.m. 

Lund Forum, Lund Center 1st floor

Lunch with Your Orientation Group

11 a.m. Groups 1-18: Lunch, Evelyn Young Dining Room  

11:30 a.m. Groups 19-36: Lunch, Evelyn Young Dining Room  

12:15 p.m. Orientation Group Meeting, Greeter Group Meeting location

You. Me. We.

1:15 – 3 p.m.

Don Roberts Hockey Arena, Lund Athletic Center  

“You. Me. We.” is a social justice initiative built to provide new students with a forum to discuss the transition to college as it relates to social issues and pluralism. Through a performance presented by the GTC dramatic dialogues, you will have an opportunity to see how culture shapes our identities and to discuss how our common, yet varied human spirits impact the lens by which we see the world.

Orientation Group Debrief

3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Greeter Group Meeting location

Auditions for Technique Level Placement with the �鶹��Ƶ Dance Company and Apprentice Dance Company

4 – 5:30 p.m. 

Kresge Studio, Schaefer Fine Arts Center

Audition for the dance companies at �鶹��Ƶ and be placed in the appropriate level for technique classes. Students do not need to prepare anything in advance for the audition but should arrive at the studio dressed for a dance class (bare feet preferred).

Dinner with Your Orientation Group

5 p.m. Groups 19-36 Evelyn Young Dining Room  

5:30 p.m. Groups 1-18 Evelyn Young Dining Room   

Sunday Worship Community (Optional)

6:30 – 7:15 pm. 

Christ Chapel  

Join the Sunday Worship Community for a special worship service. We are a community of faith that proclaims: God's love wins and science is real! We believe our relationship with Jesus restores and liberates us. Visitors, doubters, believers, and questioners. All are welcome. And we have snacks!

Class of 2029 Tulip Planting and Classmate Mixer  

7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

�鶹��Ƶ Arboretum

Join other first-year Gusties and the Gustie Greeters to plant your ‘Class of 2029’ tulip bulbs. A great time to meet folks outside of your orientation group. 

Center for Inclusive Excellence Open House 

8:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Center for Inclusive Excellence, Lower Level, Johnson Student Union 

Stop by the Center for Inclusive Excellence to learn more about the social, educational, and academic opportunities—plus additional resources—at the Center. Grab a snack and some swag and stick around for game night!

Build Belonging in Beck

9 p.m.

Beck Academic Hall

Meet Gusties who share your hobbies and interests. Events offered throughout the building include an e-sports tournament, escape rooms, puzzle competitions, and/or make custom refrigerator magnets. And head to Olin Hall for an open house in the Observatory, hosted by Physics professor Darsa Donelan. 

United Bonfire

9:30 p.m.

Complex Fire Pit (near North, Gibbs, and Sorenson Halls)

The United Christian organizations welcome all to a fellowship bonfire with s'mores, fun, and getting to know one another.