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8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Resident Student Check-in (required)
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Commuter Student Check-in (required)
Totino Fine Arts Center
Check-in takes about an hour. During this process, students receive their ID Card, Mail Center key, and other important items. After Check-in, resident students move into their rooms and meet the Residence Life staff.

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Lunch
Café Nazareth
Students use meal plan (ID Card) or cash; Adults: $9.34; Children 10 and under $7.69; Children 3 and under free. Prices include tax. Pay at the register.

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Dollars and Sense
Riley Hall, Room 1209
Parents and students can visit with local bank representatives and students have the opportunity to open a local bank account.

2 – 3 p.m. | Welcome to Northwestern (required)
Maranatha Hall
Parents & families will join the students to gather for worship and welcome as orientation “officially” begins.

3 – 4 p.m. | “Meet the Faculty” (required)
Each of the academic departments welcomes all new students and their parents to meet with their faculty members. Each academic department has a room location where faculty members will provide information related to the programs they provide and the preparation they require within their discipline. We strongly encourage all students and parents to take this opportunity to connect with our faculty members in this way as students begin their college experience at Northwestern.

4 – 8 p.m. | New Student Groups (required)
Totino Fine Arts Lawn
New Students gather in their New Student groups. Students will experience most orientation activites with this group of new friends. Introductory activities will be followed by a BBQ Buffet Supper and exciting activities.

8 p.m. | Dessert Reception
Totino Fine Arts Center/Lawn
Students, parents, siblings, and orientation leaders will join together to enjoy dessert as the days activities conclude.

8–9:15 a.m. | Breakfast
Café Nazareth
Students use meal plan (ID Card or cash)

9:30 a.m.–2 pm. | Student Sessions: College Services (required)
Maranatha Hall and Campus
Making friends and gathering information about life at Northwestern is the focus of this session. It includes workshops, campus exploration, information sessions, and lunch.

2:30–5:30 p.m. | Music Auditions/Placements
Totino Fine Arts Center
Contact the Music Office at 651-631-5218 or toll free 888-878-5514, or e-mail us to schedule your audition.

3–9 p.m. | Commuter Students' Valley Fair Trip
Leave from Naz Chapel Steps
Forming strong friendships is important for all students, especially commuters. What better way than a trip to Valley Fair? Cost is only $7. Bring a little extra money for supper at McDonald's on the way. Buses leave from the Naz Chapel steps at 3 and we will be back to campus by 9:30.

4:30–9:30 p.m. | Connecting with Residence Life (required for resident students)
Residence Halls, Cafe Nazareth and Maranatha Hall
The evening begins with resident students meeting on their halls and going over to Cafe Naz for Dinner with their Resident Assistants and Hallmates. After dinner the group moves to Maranatha Hall where the Residence Life staff will share their mission and vision for our community this year. The staff will discuss ways in which all residents can come together in unity, partnership and accountability in order to “spur one another on toward love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24)

10 p.m.–midnight | Late Night Roller Skate
A fun way to end a great day. Buses leave the Student Center at 10 p.m. Bring roller blades if you prefer, but roller skates are provided!

10–11 a.m. | All-campus Worship Celebration
Maranatha Hall
All new students, parents and families, faculty, staff and returning students are encouraged to join together to recall blessings of God in the past and to seek the Lord together as we begin a new year.

11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Sunday Brunch
Blue Room/Café Nazareth
A wonderful variety of pastries, entrees, beverages, and desserts served buffet style. Students use meal plan or cash; Tickets for family members (Adults: $9.00; Children 4-12 $6.00; Children 3 and under free) will be available for purchase during new student check-in on Friday and after the All Campus Worship celebration on Sunday at the Ticket Office in the Totino Fine Arts Lobby.

1–6 p.m. | Open Gym
Ericksen Center
Volleyball court, basketball and the fitness area track will be available for students to use. Also, sign up for an orientation to get certified to use the weight room. Exercise equipment and racquetball courts are open.

2–4:30 p.m. | Transfer Connection Beach Party
The Island/Lake Johanna Beach
A free Beach Party for all transfer students. Highlights include swimming, volleyball, snacks, and canoeing.

4:30–6 p.m. | Island Picnic Supper
The Island/Lake Johanna Beach
A picnic style supper will be served on the island.

7–9 p.m. | Student Vespers
Maranatha Hall
A celebration of God led by students.

9-11 p.m. | At the Movies
Totino Fine Arts Center Maranatha Hall
Come and relax with friends at the movies (complete with popcorn and beverages).

7:30–8:45 a.m. | Breakfast
Café Nazareth
Students use meal plan (ID Card) or cash.

9 a.m.–3 p.m. | Student Session: Community Service Project (required)
Maranatha Hall and the Community
This is an annual highlight of orientation. Serving God ranks among our highest priorities at Northwestern College. It is fitting that ministry be part of your initial experience at College. This is an opportunity to share the love of Christ by serving our neighbors. While serving God, you will deepen your new college friendships, see things you've never seen, and lend a helping hand to those in need. Boxed lunches will be served at the work sites.

3:15-6 p.m. | Music Auditions and Placements
Totino Fine Arts Center
Contact the Music Office at 651-631-5218 or toll free 888-878-5514, or e-mail us to schedule your audition.

3:30-4:30 p.m. | Telephone Registrants Computer Training (required – attendance will be taken)
Riley Computer Labs - Riley 1332, Riley 1340 and Riley 1344
Students who registered for classes by phone instead of attending a summer SOAR event on campus are required to complete their computer training in this special session. You will receive vital information about your login, theROCK, Moodle and other critical academic uses of technology.

4:30-6:30 p.m. | Supper
Cafe Naz

7-9 p.m. | Student Session: College Life (required)
Maranatha Hall
This session involves current students, Campus Ministries staff, Student Development staff, and alumni guests for a multifaceted presentation of college life identifying its challenges and opportunities. Relevant topics, honest input, and focused perspectives are the vital ingredients of this important session.

7:30–8:45 a.m. | Breakfast
Café Nazareth
Students use meal plan (ID Card) or cash.

9–11 a.m. | Student Session: Academic Life (required)
Maranatha Hall
It is time to prepare for the coming of classes by receiving information about academic procedures from key academic officials at Northwestern.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. | Moodle Training Sessions (required)
Riley Hall Computer Labs
Nine 30-minute sessions for New Student Groups. Your orientation leader will inform you of your group's time and session location.

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | All Campus Picnic
Totino Fine Arts Lawn

1–10 p.m. | Recreation Options
Ericksen Center and Student Center

1:30–8 p.m. | Music Auditions/Interviews
Totino Fine Arts Center
Contact the Music Office at 651-631-5218 or toll free 888-878-5514, or e-mail us to schedule your audition.

2–4 p.m. | On-Campus Job Fair
Riley 1209

5–6:45 p.m. | Supper
Cafe Naz

10–11 p.m. | Residence Floor Meetings (required for residents)
Residence Halls
All resident students meet with their Resident Assistant on their respective floors.