New Student Orientation Schedule

Check-in and Move-in 
When you first arrive to campus, you will check in at the Roush Campus Center on the Second Floor (Ewen Meeting Room). After you check in and receive your room key, you will go to your room to unpack.

Lunch
Lunch is free of charge and available in Cowan Dining Commons from 11:00am-1:00pm. Family members may pick up their meal tickets at Roush Campus Center, Ewen Room between 8:00am - 12:00pm on Thursday, August 29th. 

Academic Advising Appointment
Students will receive an assigned time to meet with their academic advisor. 

Presidents Welcome
Join President Moreland and Barbara LoMonaco, Vice President for Student Life as we kick off orientation.

Family Goodbyes
Spend some time with your family and say goodbye as you begin your Centre journey.

(Family Orientation)
Families will stay in the Newlin Auditorium to hear from several staff members and how their offices can assist families as they support and encourage their Centre student.

(Students Meet the Centre College Support Team)
New students will meet with their First Year Mentor outside of the Norton Center and join their FYC Instructor and First Year Mentor. First Year Mentors will guide new students through all of orientation and can answer any questions.

Meeting with your Orientation Group
Various Campus Locations -Please check with your FYM for the meeting location.

Dinner with your Orientation Group
Cowan Dining Commons

Hall Meetings
RAs will lead meetings to go over important community information.

Hall Meetings
RAs will lead meetings to go over important community information.

Centre Community Block Party
Campus Activities and Student Activities Council are teaming up to help kick things off! Join the rest of your Class to start building your college community!

Breakfast
Cowan Dining Commons

Finding Your Center - First Class Meeting 
FYC Classrooms

Lunch
Cowan Dining Commons

Community Expectations - Weisiger Theater
What does it mean to be a member of the Centre College community? this informative meeting with Dean Kendrick Durham will help all new students understand the expectations and dynamics of Centre College. 

Personal, Campus and Fire Safety - Newlin Hall, Norton Center for the Arts
College is an adventure. If something unexpected happens along the way, it's important to know how to help yourself or others. The Centre College Department of Public Safety (DPS) can show you how to be prepared for those unexpected moments. 

Choir Rehearsal (optional) - Grant Hall, Room 114
This is an optional rehearsal for anyone interested in participating in a choir created specifically for the opening convocation ceremony, consisting of students, staff, faculty, and community members. All are welcome, regardless of musical background/experience.

Open Houses
Offices from around campus will be available during this time.

Technology Drop-in - Young 201 
ITS will be ready to answer all of your questions related to using Moodle and technology in your classes. 

President's Picnic - Craik House
Join President Moreland at the President's house for a picnic. 

Hypnotist Show - Newlin Hall, Norton Center for the Arts
Come watch the funny, smart, fascinating, comedy hypnosis show! Nadeen Manuel will be on campus for a performance at the Norton Center!
 

Breakfast 
Cowan Dining Commons

Delve into Danville – Downtown Danville
Delve into Danville introduces you to all that downtown Danville has to offer. You will tour small businesses, non-profit organizations, and the local Farmer's Market. Come connect with the community you will call home for the next four years.

Lunch
Join your Orientation group for lunch in Cowan. 

Sexual Misconduct and Active Bystander Training - Weisiger Theater
First, you will hear from the Title IX office about the important resource available to all students at Centre. Then you will from Health Promotion to hear how you can make Centre a safe community for everyone. 

Diversity and Inclusion at Centre College - Newlin Hall, Norton Center for the Arts
Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to discuss how Centre is building a more inclusive community for everyone. 

Real Talk - Newlin Hall, Norton Center for the Arts
A panel hosted by Centre student leaders. They will discuss Centre Culture, tips for navigating your academics, finding a healthy you, and ways to develop your sense of belonging to Centre. 

Health and Wellness on Campus - Weisiger Theatre
Your mental and physical health play a large role in your success on campus. Join Centre Counseling to hear about how you can take care of your well-being while at Centre College. They will share resources that are available and some tips you can utilize while on campus in your everyday life. 

Dinner
Join your Orientation group for dinner in Cowan.

Viva DanVegas! – Roush Campus Center
Join Campus Activities Council for Casino Night here in DanVegas! We will have slots, blackjack, poker, bingo and more!

Spiritual Life Programming (optional)
TBD

Brunch (optional)
Optional brunch in the Cowan Dining Commons.

Class of 2028 Photo – Roush Campus Center Lawn
Be sure to get your t-shirt from your FYM.

New Student Hang-Out and Personalized Campus Tour – Roush Campus Center Lawn
Check in with your FYM before classes start the next day.

(Choir Rehearsal for Opening Convocation – Grant Hall, Room 114)
This is an optional rehearsal for anyone interested in participating in a choir created specifically for the opening convocation ceremony, consisting of students, staff, faculty, and community members. All are welcome, regardless of musical background/experience.

Opening Dinner – Cowan Dining Commons
Prompt/early arrival is highly encouraged - Please arrive no later than 5:45pm. Business casual/interview attire required.

All first-year students line up for academic procession – Old Centre
Your FYM will help you get into place for academic procession to Opening Convocation. 

Opening Convocation – Newlin Hall, Norton Center for the Arts
Centre students, faculty and staff gather to celebrate the start of a new academic year.