Welcome Week 2012

    Parent & Family Schedule

     




    During the first two days of Welcome Week, parents, guardians, and family members are encouraged to participate in welcome events of their own. Numerous events and workshops are offered just for you — activities that give a glimpse into academic and student life at Seattle Pacific University.


    Students will register their parents and families for Welcome Week when they register themselves on Banner.  The registration for Welcome Week is on the same registration form as New Student Advising. If there are any changes in the number of guests a student is bringing to Welcome Week, the student should update the information in Banner. Any registrations or changes that need to be made after September 16 should be called into the Student Programs office at 206-281-2831.


    Families should plan to arrive on campus no later than 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 22. They should plan to leave either late Friday afternoon, September 23, or early Saturday morning, September 24. Accommodations are not provided. Please see the Seattle Information page for local accommodation suggestions.

    Schedule of Events


    Thursday, September 22
    9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. New Student Check-in/Move-in
    Residence Halls, Orientation Central, Campus Houses and Apartments (CHA)

    Students and families check-in in the lobby of their assigned residence hall, or at Orientation Central (First Floor SUB) for those in campus houses and apartments or off-campus.
    10 a.m.–3 p.m.

    Computer Network Hookup
    Residence Halls and Student Union Building (SUB)

    Computer and Information Systems (CIS) staff will be available to assist in the “Get Connected” program. If you need assistance or have any questions visit www.spu.edu/help, call CIS at 206-281-2982, or stop by the HelpDesk in Lower Marston Hall (M-F 7:30 – 5:00).

    11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Campus Tours
    Meet at Admissions Office (Demaray 120)

    One-hour campus tours will be available for those arriving to campus for the first time.
    1–2 p.m.

    Legacy Reception: Alumni and Their New Students
    Alumni Center

    Alumni: You and your student are invited to the Alumni Center to connect with other SPU alumni and check out old pictures from Cascade yearbooks. More information

    Refreshments provided courtesy of the Alumni Center.
    1–2:30 p.m. Student Counseling and Health Center Open House
    Watson Hall

    Take this opportunity to meet staff members from the Student Counseling Center and the Health Center. Ask any questions you might have about their services.
    2–3 p.m.

    Special Presentation for Parents of Pre-Health Science Students
    Demaray Hall 150

    If you are a parent of a student interested in health sciences, you can do things to help him or her.

    Find out how to be supportive and what to expect as your student embarks on the health-sciences journey.
    4–5 p.m. President's Opening Welcome
    Royal Brougham Pavilion

    Welcome to the SPU community! Join us for an official introduction and welcome from President Philip Eaton.
    5–6:15 p.m.

    Dinner in the Loop

    Tiffany Loop

    Enjoy a variety of local flavors as you meet other students and families at this complimentary dinner.

    6:30–7:30 p.m.

    Residence Life Family Welcome
    Ashton Hall Main Lounge, Emerson Hall Main Lounge, Hill and Moyer Halls together at Hill Hall Main Lounge, Commuter Student Parents in Collegium (SUB)

    Residence life coordinators meet and greet resident students’ families, highlight the educational benefits of community living at SPU, and answer questions.

    Parents and families of commuter students will hear from the Collegium staff about services available to support commuter students.
    7:30–9 p.m. Parent Connections Dessert
    Third Floor, Gwinn Commons

    Parents and families are invited to join President and Mrs. Eaton and the Parent Council for a special time of live music, dessert, and fellowship.
    Friday, September 23
    9–10:15 a.m. President’s Forum
    First Free Methodist Church

    President Eaton will speak on the purpose and unique qualities of an SPU education followed by introductions of the vice presidents and other SPU leadership.
    10:15–10:30 a.m.

    Coffee Break
    First Free Methodist Church

    Refreshments provided
    10:30–11:15 a.m.
    and
    11:25 a.m.–12:10 p.m.    		 Break-out Sessions
    First Free Methodist Church

    “Student safety on the SPU campus.”

    “Is your student well?”

    “Parents and Families in the Loop.”

    “What SPU parents need to know about University Ministries.”

    Student Services Fair in Tiffany Loop
    12–1 p.m. Lunch
    Tiffany Loop

    Pick up a complimentary lunch.
    1–1:30 p.m.

    University Seminar Meet and Greet
    Parents join their students. Check the posted lists for classroom location.

    • What is University Seminar (USEM) anyway?
    • Come meet your student’s USEM professor and their student academic mentor.
    • Learn more about what academics will be like at SPU.
    1:45–2:30 p.m. Leaving the Nest
    First Free Methodist Church

    Dr. Steve Maybell shares a heart-to-heart reflection on the transition that parents, families, and students face as the college years begin. An open time for discussion follows.
    2:45 p.m. Reconnect With Your Student
    Tiffany Loop

    Meet up with your student in Tiffany Loop. Then head to Royal Brougham Pavilion for New Student Convocation.
    3–4 p.m. New Student Convocation
    Royal Brougham Pavilion

    Join faculty, who will be robed in traditional academic regalia, for this formal ceremony of initiation and adoption into the SPU community.
    4–4:45 p.m.

    Goodbye Celebration
    Tiffany Loop

    All good things must come to an end. As the Parent and Family portion of Welcome Week comes to a close, say goodbye to your student — and Moms, make plans to come back in November for SPU Mom's Day.
    Note: This schedule is subject to change.