Please plan to arrive on campus between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 22. The parent and family portion will be finished by 4 p.m. on Friday, September 23. While parents and families are encouraged to participate, accommodations are not provided. Please see the Seattle Information page for local accommodation suggestions.
| Thursday, September 22 |
| 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. |
New Student Check-in/Move-in
Residence Halls; Campus Houses and Apartments (CHA)--Orientation Central (SUB)
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.
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| 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
Sea Pac Pass Pictures
University Services
Did you register by phone or at an off-site session? Then you probably didn't get your picture taken for your campus ID card.
Go to University Services today to get this important piece of business done. |
| 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 on 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 the Cascade yearbook.
Refreshments provided courtesy of the Alumni Center. |
| 1–2:30 p.m. |
Student Counseling and Health Services Open House
Watson Hall
Take this opportunity to meet staff members from the Student Counseling Center and Health Services and ask any questions you have about their services. |
1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. |
Collegium Open House
Collegium (SUB)
Are you a new student commuting from home? Come check out the Collegium, SPU’s “home base” for students not living on campus. Join us in the SUB to sign up for Collegium membership, enjoy light refreshments, and meet other current commuters. |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
Commuter Community Meeting
Collegium (SUB)
Come meet other commuter students from this year’s incoming class, and receive important information on the resources SPU provides for commuting students, and on how to build community while at SPU. |
| 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 p.m. - 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. |
| 6:30–8 p.m.
| ASSP Welcome Celebration
Tiffany Loop
The party continues as the Associated Students of Seattle Pacific (ASSP) and other student leaders roll out the welcome mat for new students. |
| 8:30–9:30 p.m. |
On-Campus Resident Community Meetings
Residence Hall Floor Lounges; Campus Houses and Apartments-- check with your PA for location
At this required residential-student gathering:
- Meet your neighbors and floor-mates
- Receive important info about your housing area
- Learn more about what you can expect, and what is expected of you while living in community.
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| 9:30–10:30 p.m. |
Residence Hall Traditions
Residence Hall Lobbies
Resident students won’t want to miss these fun and funky annual kickoff events! Bring your camera to this unforgettable night. |
| Friday, September 23 |
| 7–9 a.m. |
Breakfast
Gwinn Commons
No cost to students on a meal plan... just bring your Sea Pac Pass! |
| 9–10 a.m. |
Be a Part of It Session #1
The secrets you need to know to thrive and be successful at SPU.
Group A: Cross Training: Diversity at SPU. Location: Upper Gwinn
Group B: Get Equipped: Understanding the SPU Community. Location: E.E. Bach Theatre
Group C: Student Services Fair. Location: Tiffany Loop
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| 10–11 a.m. |
Be a Part of It Session #2
The secrets you need to know to thrive and be successful at SPU.
Group A: Student Services Fair. Location: Tffany Loop
Group B: Cross Training: Diversity at SPU. Location: Upper Gwinn
Group C: Get Equipped: Understanding the SPU Community. Location: E.E. Bach Theatre
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| 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
Be a Part of It Session #3
The secrets you need to know to thrive and be successful at SPU.
Group A: Get Equipped: Understanding the SPU Community. Location: E.E. Bach Theatre
Group B: Student Services Fair. Location: Tiffany Loop
Group C: Cross Training: Diversity at SPU. Location: Upper Gwinn
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| 12–1 p.m. |
Lunch
Upper Gwinn, E.E. Bach Theatre, Tiffany Loop
Pick up a complimentary lunch at one of these locations. |
| 1–2 p.m. |
University Seminar Meet and Greet
Check the posted lists for your classroom location.
What is University Seminar (USEM) anyway? Come meet your USEM professor and your student academic mentor. Learn more about what academics will be like at SPU. |
| 1–2:45 p.m. |
Transfer Express
Upper Gwinn
Only for transfer and Running Start students who are not in a USem. This program will provide you with the valuable resources and information needed to be successful as an SPU student.
Get connected with the SPU community, meet faculty, staff, and other transfer students. You'll also learn about involvement opportunities.
If you attend this session, you do not need to attend Transfer Express on Sunday. |
| 2–2:45 p.m. |
CIRP Freshman Survey
University Seminar Classroom – check posted lists for classroom locations.
The results from these surveys provide a comprehensive portrait of new SPU students and American society at large. |
| 2:45 p.m. |
Reconnect With Your Family
Tiffany Loop
Meet up with your family in Tiffany Loop. Then head over 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 Orientation comes to a close, say goodbye to your family, and encourage your mom to return for SPU Mom's Day in November. |
| 5–7 p.m. |
Dinner
Gwinn Commons
No cost to students on a meal plan... just bring your Sea Pac Pass! |
| 7–8 p.m. |
On-Campus Resident Community Meetings
Residence Hall Floor Lounges; Campus Houses and Apartments-- check with your PA for location
“I hope he’s not too messy!” “I hope she’s not too neat!” What thoughts do you have about sharing your space with roommates?
Come ready to work out the nuts and bolts needed for a great year together, as you discuss preferences with your roommates.
Attendance is required for all campus residents. |
| 8–10 p.m. |
Campus Social
Martin Square, Weter Lounge, and Upper Gwinn
Join the line dance in Martin Square, sit back and play board games in Upper Gwinn, and check out the performances and clubs in Weter Lounge at Nu Expressions. Whatever you choose, you are sure to meet new people and have a great time! Oh, and need we say that there will be food?!
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| Saturday, September 24 |
| 7–8:30 a.m. |
Breakfast
Gwinn Commons
No cost to students on a meal plan... just bring your Sea Pac Pass! |
| 8:30–9 a.m. |
uPod Prep
Martin Square
Meet with your uPod to get a briefing on the day’s events. Wear your CityQuest T-shirt. |
| 9–9:30 a.m. |
CityQuest Rally
Martin Square
Want to make a difference in your new hometown? Join in worship and consider what it takes to really change the world.
Then embark on an eye-opening, community-serving adventure that will expand your understanding of Seattle, and introduce you to new friends in your uPod and across town. |
| 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. |
CityQuest
Various sites around Seattle
uPods join with service organizations around Seattle to learn about their work and to serve for a day. |
| 5 p.m. –7 p.m. |
Dinner
Gwinn Commons
No cost to students on a meal plan...just bring your Sea Pac Pass! |
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Game starts at
7:30 p.m. |
Falcon Pep Rally for Women's Soccer vs. Western OR
Gwinn Commons and Interbay Stadium
You are a Falcon now, so get that Falcon Spirit and take part in your first SPU pep rally! Join returning students and walk to Interbay Stadium to cheer on the women's soccer team as they take on the Western Oregon Wolves. |
| 11 p.m.–1 a.m. |
Sixth Annual Fred Meyer Extravaganza
Busses leave from Tiffany Loop
Our neighborhood Fred Meyer store is opening its doors just for the SPU community. Come enjoy the live music, food, prizes, and great deals on the stuff you need for your room and school!
Transportation provided to and from Tiffany Loop. Fred Meyer is located at 915 NW 45th Street in Ballard. |
| Sunday, September 25 |
| 7:30–9 a.m. |
Breakfast
Gwinn Commons
Meal plans in effect today - bring your Sea Pac Pass! |
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Sunday Morning Worship
You’re encouraged to attend morning services at the church of your choice.
First Free Methodist Church, across from SPU, has services at 9:30 a.m. (in the sanctuary) and 11 a.m. (in the gym).
For more options, visit SPU’s local-church guide. |
| 11 a.m.–1 p.m. |
Lunch
Gwinn Commons
Meal plans in effect today - bring your Sea Pac Pass! |
| 1–4 p.m. |
MuKappa’s 14th Annual Kickoff BBQ
Meet in Tiffany Loop, then carpool to Magnolia Park
Calling all missionary kids and third-culture kids!
MuKappa was created to connect and support MKs and TCKs, but is open to all!
Swap stories, get oriented to life in the United States, and fellowship together. |
| 3:30–5:30 p.m. |
Transfer Express
Upper Gwinn
For transfer and/or non-traditionally aged students only. This program will provide you with the valuable resources and information needed to be successful as an SPU student.
Get connected with the SPU community, meet faculty, staff, and other transfer students. You'll also learn about involvement opportunities.
Although child care is not provided during this program, families are invited to join us for the Big Party and Involv-O-Rama.
If you attended Transfer Express on Friday, you do not need to attend this event. |
| 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
The Big Party and Involve-O-Rama
Martin Square, Streetscape
Have you been waiting to find out all the details of how you can get involved at SPU this year? Then this is the event for you!
Representatives from more than 40 clubs and organizations, including University Ministries, will be present to tell you about their group and how YOU can join them. Dinner is provided courtesy of ASSP. |
| 8:30–10:30 p.m. |
On-Campus Resident Community Meetings
Residence Hall Floor Lounges; Campus Houses and Apartments-- check with your PA for location
New and returning students get acquainted and start creating an exciting community together during these introductory meetings. Attendance required for all campus residents. |
| Monday, September 26 |
| 8 a.m. |
Classes begin. |
| Tuesday, September 27 |
9:30–10:30 a.m.
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Opening Convocation
First Free Methodist Church
Join the whole SPU community as we celebrate the beginning of a new school year together. |
| 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. |
Church Fair
Martin Square
Representatives will be gathered to introduce you to their local church. Learn about gatherings and opportunities to get involved. |
| Note: This schedule is subject to change. |
