7 A.M.-9:30 a.M.
Breakfast
The Caf, 2nd floor of the Todd Wehr Center
Students and their families can enjoy breakfast in The Caf. Students with an active meal plan can use their meal swipe. Families and students without a meal plan may purchase their meal at the door.
9:30 a.M.
Chapel Service
A.F. Siebert Chapel
First-year students and their families are welcome to participate a Christian worship service of song, scripture, prayers, and blessings of new students and their families presided by Pastor Adam Miller-Stubbendick.
10:30 A.M.-12 p.M.
Campus Resource Fair
Hedberg Library
All first-year students and their families are invited to learn more about campus resources, meet select faculty advisors, and plug into the campus community. Attendees will be able to meet with career coaches, speak with faculty advisors, complete student employment forms, and interact with support staff from all areas of the College.
10:30 a.M.-11:00 A.M.
J-Term and Study Abroad: Presentation for Parents and Families
Johnson Arts Center, Recital Hall
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about J-Term study tours and study abroad opportunities from Director of Education Abroad Erik Kulke. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names A-H.
10:30 a.M.-11:00 A.M.
Managing College Finances: Presentation for Parents and Families
A.F. Siebert Chapel
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about financial aid and college budgeting from the Office of Student Financial Services staff. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names I-P.
10:30 a.M.-11:00 A.M.
Supporting Your Student’s Success: Presentation for Parents and Families
Niemann Theater, Hedberg Library lower level
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about programs and services offered to support student success at Carthage College. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names Q-Z.
11:00 a.M.-11:30 A.m.
Mi Gente/Latinx Student Meet Up
Todd Wehr Center, 128 Rooms
Latinx identifiying students are welcome to come meet student representatives from Mi Gente.
11:15 a.M.-11:45 A.M.
J-Term and Study Abroad: Presentation for Parents and Families
Johnson Arts Center, Recital Hall
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about J-Term study tours and study abroad opportunities from Director of Education Abroad Erik Kulke. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names Q-Z.
11:15 a.M.-11:45 A.M.
Managing College Finances: Presentation for Parents and Families
A.F. Siebert Chapel
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about financial aid and college budgeting from the Office of Student Financial Services staff. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names A-H.
11:15 a.M.-11:45 A.M.
Supporting Your Student’s Success: Presentation for Parents and Families
Niemann Theater, Hedberg Library lower level
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about programs and services offered to support student success at Carthage College. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names I-P.
11:30 A.M.-1:30 p.M.
Lunch
The Caf, 2nd floor of the Todd Wehr Center
Students and their families can enjoy lunch in The Caf. Students with an active meal plan can use their meal swipe. Families and students without a meal plan may purchase their meal at the door.
11:30 A.M.-1:30 p.M.
Family Farewell Snack Stop
Kissing Rock
After saying your final “see you later!” to your student, stop by the Kissing Rock to grab a snack before you hit the road.
12:00 p.M.-12:30 p.M.
J-Term and Study Abroad: Presentation for Parents and Families
Johnson Arts Center, Recital Hall
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about J-Term study tours and study abroad opportunities from Director of Education Abroad Erik Kulke. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names I-P.
12:00 p.M.-12:30 p.M.
Managing College Finances: Presentation for Parents and Families
A.F. Siebert Chapel
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about financial aid and college budgeting from the Office of Student Financial Services staff. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names Q-Z.
12:00 P.M.-12:30 P.M.
Supporting Your Student’s Success: Presentation for Parents and Families
Niemann Theater, Hedberg Library lower level
Interested parents and families are invited to learn more about programs and services offered to support student success at Carthage College. Though not required, this session is recommended for parents and families of students with last names A-H.
12:00 p.M.-1:30 p.M.
Interfaith Lunch
Ehrler Hospitality Center, A.F. Siebert Chapel
Students and their families who identify with religious and secular traditions that are non-Christian are invited to stop by for lunch with Campus Pastor Adam Miller-Stubbendick, who leads Carthage’s Center for Faith and Spirituality. Learn more about Carthage’s Rooted and Open philosophy of religious and spiritual engagement. Note: This event is for non-Christian students and families.
1:30 p.M.
Small Group Meeting
Assigned Small Group Meeting Space
2:00 p.m.-4:45 p.M.
Presentation and Activity Rotation
Various Locations
New students will attend various presentations with their small groups. Additional information about presentations and locations can be found on the mobile schedule in the Guidebook app.
5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.M.
Presentation and Activity Rotation
Various Locations
New students will attend various presentations with their small groups. Additional information about presentations and locations can be found on the mobile schedule in the Guidebook app. Dinner in the cafeteria will be included in this rotation.
8:00 p.M.
Small Group Meeting
Assigned Small Group Meeting Space
8:30 p.M.
Evening Social Program- VIP Night
Campbell Student Union
Join us for food and entertainment in the Campbell Student Union! The Carthage bookstore will be opening and offering special deals for new students and Parkhurst will be featuring new snacks for all to try!
