Parent Orientation is a great time to get a feel for student life at Wheaton and to meet other parents making the same transition as you! The schedule below will give you a preview of the weekend, and we also welcome you to visit the Student Orientation website for more answers to questions about your student's move to Wheaton.
Thursday, August 23 (EARLY ARRIVALS ONLY)
| 2:00 - 4:00 pm |
Residence Halls Open for all music majors, Passage, International, and Passport Students
Check in at residence hall before stopping by the Welcome Center |
| 3:00 - 5:00 pm |
Parent Welcome Center Open for all music majors, Passage, International and Passport Students
Pick up a name badge and welcome packet and confirm your current contact information.
Beamer Center, Lower Level |
Friday, August 24
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Residence Halls open for all new students
Meet your new roommate!
Check in at residence hall before stopping by the Welcome Center
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9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Parent Welcome Center Open
Pick up a name badge and welcome packet, and confirm your current contact information.
Beamer Center, Lower Level |
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Campus Tours: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 1:15 pm, 1:30 pm, 1:45 pm and 2:00 pm
Beamer Center, Lower Level, South entrance |
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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New Student ID Pictures
Those who did not send in ID photos must go to Public Safety to have their picture taken.
Chase Service Center |
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Alumni Relations Office open for visitors
Westgate |
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
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"Passport to Wheaton" Parent Program
Consider transitions, identity, and resources specific to TCKs. Enjoy lunch with other parents and TCKs.
East Wing of Edman Chapel, Kresge Room |
2:00 - 4:00 pm
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Varsity Athlete Open House
Open for all fall, winter, and spring student athletes and their parents.
Sports and Recreation Complex, Athletic Offices, 2nd floor |
2:30 - 3:30 pm
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Special Needs Services Meeting
Open for all new parents interested in learning about the resources available for those with special needs (learning, physical and emotional).
Science Building, Science 133 |
4:30 - 5:30 pm
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Alumni Reception and Photo
Reception for alumni families and their new students with President Ryken. Group photographs of children or grandchildren of Wheaton alumni taken at 5:00 pm.
Beamer Center, Upper Level, Coray Alumni Gym |
7:00 - 8:30 pm
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OPENING PROGRAM
A welcome and dedication program for new students and families, with administrators, the Orientation Committee and other guests.
Edman Memorial Chapel |
8:30 - 10:00 pm
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Parent Reception
Come share a time of meeting President Ryken, the Parent Council, and the parents whose students live on your son or daughter's same residence hall floor! Enjoy complimentary dessert and coffee brought to you by Wheaton Parent Relations.
King Arena, Sports & Rec Complex |
Saturday, August 25
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9:00 - 10:00 am
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Your Calling as a Student-Part 1
Learn how Wheaton is committed to your personal formation through the liberal arts education, faith, living and learning, a multicultural vision for life, how the Bible is taught here, and the myriad opportunities available to you beyond the classroom.
Edman Memorial Chapel
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10:00 - 10:25 am
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Reception
Enjoy an informal time of refreshments with families and other new students.
Edman Plaza
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11:45 am - 1:30 pm
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Picnic at Anderson Commons
Lunch served inside with additional seating outside on Soderquist Plaza. Lunch tickets can be purchased at the Parent Welcome Center or at Anderson Commons.
Anderson Commons & Soderquist Plaza |
11:45 am - 1:30 pm
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Meet the Profs – Department Fair
Meet Faculty and learn about their department's curriculum, programs and general resources for students
Beamer Center, Upper Level, Coray Alumni Gym |
2:00 - 3:00 pm
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Meet the Student Development Team – Co-Curricular Student Life
Discover the programs provided by the Student Development team and learn about their service and support for students.
Edman Memorial Chapel |
3:00 - 4:00 pm
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Administrators’ Forum
An information and question and answer session with President Ryken and the Vice Presidents.
Edman Memorial Chapel |
7:00 - 8:30 pm *
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"Letting Go" Service: a Celebration of God’s Faithfulness
Gather with other parents and join in a time of celebration and reflection led by the Parent Council and Chaplain Steve Kellough.
Edman Memorial Chapel |
* Note to Parents: The parent portion of Orientation has ended, but feel free to stay and worship on Sunday with your student.
Parents Orientation