August 2023
Please note this schedule is tentative and subject to change. Keep in mind, Orientation (starting on August 23) is required for all new students, and you can expect to be busy throughout each day and evening through Convocation on Sunday.
Sunday, August 20:
- Students participating in Pre-Orientation: Explore More programs drop their belongings in their residence hall between 8am-11am.
- Pre-Orientation: Explore More programs begin and run through Tuesday
Wednesday, August 23
- New Student Move-in from 8am-11am.
- Orientation is kicked off with a welcome by the President, Provost, and Dean of Students
- Highlight: Meet your Orientation Leader
Thursday, August 24
- Orientation sessions throughout the day and evening
- Highlight: Attend your first class as a Dickinsonian - your First-Year Seminar
Friday, August 25
- Orientation sessions throughout the day and evening
- Highlight: Get excited for the Amazing Race to learn about sustainability resources on campus
Saturday, August 26
- Orientation sessions throughout the day and evening
- Highlight: Attend your first Dickinson football game!
Sunday, August 27
- Orientation sessions until Convocation at 4:00 p.m.
- Highlight: You'll have the opportunity to walk up the steps of Old West into Memorial Hall where you will officially sign in to the College like countless students before you
