We’ll help new students prepare for their first year at Carthage through a few pre-arrival orientation sessions held virtually in August and New Student Orientation, which will take place on campus August 24-27, 2024.

Orientation is all about getting you ready for success in your classes, answering your questions, making sure you know about campus resources, and helping you connect with your classmates and make friends. We’re going to do all that and more! 

Questions about Orientation? Contact studentinvolvement@gudongjiaoyi.com or call 262-551-5800.

Note: This schedule is subject to change.


Pre-Arrival Virtual Orientation Activities

Incoming students are encouraged to attend a virtual session prior to their arrival on campus. Virtual orientation sessions will provide helpful information about life at Carthage for both residential and commuting students. 

Tuesday, July 30

7 p.m., Zoom
Virtual Pre-Orientation Session: Residential Life
All residential students are welcome to participate. Incoming fall athletes are also encouraged to attend this session, if possible.

Monday, Aug. 12

Noon, Zoom
Virtual Pre-Orientation Session: Residential Life
All residential students are welcome to participate.

Noon, Zoom
Virtual Pre-Orientation Session: Commuting to Carthage
All students who are commuting to campus are welcome to participate.

Tuesday, Aug. 20

7 p.m., Zoom
Virtual Pre-Orientation Session: Commuting to Carthage
All students who are commuting to campus are welcome to participate.


New Student Orientation (In Person)

Carthage’s New Student Orientation is mobile! 
Students can access the complete New Student Orientation schedule from their mobile devices for free on the Guidebook app. To download, visit the Guidebook website on your device and tap the “download” button. Then, search for “Carthage College New Student Orientation” on the app and download the guide.

You will be placed in a small group during New Student Orientation. Your small group will be led by two returning student Orientation Leaders. We call them OLs!

What to expect at Orientation

9:00 a.m.-3 p.m.

Residential Student Arrival
See the full arrival schedule for your move-in time

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fun with the Aspire Center
Kissing Rock
Enjoy a refreshing beverage, meet your Career Specialist and earn MAP points by participating in fun Aspire activities.

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Lunch
The Caf, 2nd floor of the Todd Wehr Center
Students can use their meal plan as well as their parent/guest meal passes for those interested in enjoying lunch on campus.

2 p.m.-3 p.m.

Commuter Student Arrival
A.W. Clausen Center for World Business

2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Commuter Student Reception
Straz Center Atrium

2:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Sign the Kissing Rock
Kissing Rock

Take part in a Carthage tradition and sign your name to the Kissing Rock! 

4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

New Student and Family Welcome Dinner
Trinity House Lawn
Join President Swallow for dinner and music to celebrate the Class of 2028! To assist with planning, we kindly ask that students and families RSVP to this dinner. 

6:30 p.m.

New Student Small Group Meet Up
Campus Drive, north of the A.W. Clausen Center for World Business 
New students will meet their small groups and get to know each other through ice breakers and activities! New students will receive their small group assignment via email prior to arriving to campus.

7:30 p.m.

All Class Photo
Augie Schmidt Field
The Class of 2028 will gather for their official class photo!

8:00 p.m.

Evening Social Program: Nerdology Pop Culture Game Show
A.F. Siebert Chapel

 Join your small group and participate in Nerdology, an exciting game show that tests your pop culture expertise. This program features engaging games, interactive audience participation, and challenging trivia questions. Play to win prizes and put your knowledge to the test!

9:30 p.m.

Floor Meetings for Residential Students
Assigned Residence Hall Floor

Meet your resident assistant and get to know your neighbors for a brief meeting before spending your first night on campus.

 

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.

Black Student Meet Up
Todd Wehr Center, 128 Rooms

Meet students and staff from the Equity and Inclusion Center and connect with other new students.

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!

 

7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Breakfast
The Caf, 2nd floor of the Todd Wehr Center

9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

Small Group Meeting 
Assigned Small Group Meeting Space

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Sex Rules Program
A.F. Siebert Chapel 
An engaging, empowering, and enlightening program about sex, sexuality, and sexual assault awareness and prevention. Learn more at sexrulesshow.com. 

12:00 P.m.-1:30 P.m.

Small Group Meeting and Lunch Rotation
Assigned Small Group Meeting Space

Students will rotate between a small group meeting and lunch in the Caf with their small groups. Additional information about presentations and locations can be found on the mobile schedule in the Guidebook app. 

1:30 P.m.-3:30 p.m.

The Great Game
Across Campus
Orientation small groups will compete against each other to complete an information centered scavenger hunt across campus!

3:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

LGBTQIA+ Student Meet Up
Todd Wehr Center, 128 Rooms
Meet students from the LGBTQ*SA  and learn about programs and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community at Carthage.

5:00 P.m.-6:30 p.m.

Dinner with Your Small Group
The Caf, 2nd floor of the Todd Wehr Center

7:00 p.M.

You Belong Here
A.F. Siebert Chapel
Join a community gathering for an interactive experience to highlight ways to make the most of your college experience, create strategies, and find inspiration to develop your best self!

8:00 p.M.

Evening Social Program- It’s Cooler by the Lake 
Tower Patio
Join us for ice cream, lawn games, music, and more as we enjoy a cool summer night on Lake Michigan. Play a game of beach volleyball or tiedye a pillow case (all materials provided.)

7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Breakfast
The Caf, 2nd floor of the Todd Wehr Center

9:00 a.m.-12:00 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. 

12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.M.

Small Group Meeting and Lunch Rotation
Assigned Small Group Meeting Space

Students will rotate between a small group meeting and lunch in the Caf with their small groups. Additional information about presentations and locations can be found on the mobile schedule in the Guidebook app. 

3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Engineering Student Orientation
Lentz Hall 132/134
This session is for new engineering students. Please join us to meet peer coaches, faculty, staff, and be issued your engineering laptop computer. 

5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Blitz Ultimate Frisbee Scrimmage
Practice Field
Join Blitz Ultimate Frisbee to learn about the game and watch a team scrimmage.

6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.M.

Multicultural Mixer
Todd Wehr Center, 128 Rooms

 

 

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