Please note: as public health conditions continue to evolve daily, we appreciate your patience and understanding in recognizing that the schedule may be adjusted in response to ever-changing circumstances, and to uphold our steadfast commitment to the health and safety of our community.
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Summer 2021 Zoom Series
| Date and Time | Event | Thursday, August 12 at 7 p.m. EST |
All About New Student Orientation Virtual Join RFYP to learn about New Student Orientation. We will go over what you can expect and answer any questions you may have. |
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Early Arrivals (subject to change)
Includes FY students in these groups
- Wednesday, August 11th: Football
- Monday, August 16th: Band (Leadership, Color Guard, Percussion)
- Wednesday, August 18th: Band (Winds), Volleyball, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer
- Thursday, August 19th: Ascent Pre-Orientation
- Friday, August 20th: Cross Country
- Saturday, August 21st: OME, Lincoln Scholars, Eisenhower Scholars, STEM Scholars
- Sunday, August 22nd: Cheerleading
Living in Our Community
Part 1, Online Modules
Friday, August 6th – Monday, August 23rd
Alcohol education/awareness; honor code information and tutorial; Title IX/Clery information; Bias education/awareness; etc
engageGettysburg
Opening Day – Wednesday, August 25
Departments open across campus
Parents may wish to visit various offices on campus to learn more about what resources and opportunities are available to their student, as well as learn about how offices may work with parents throughout the year. All of these offices are staffed and open for regular business hours of 8:30am – 5:00pm, with some closing for lunch from 12:00pm – 1:00pm.
- Academic Advising & Student Support Services, College Union Building room 280
- Campus Recreation, Jaeger Center
- Center for Career Engagement, College Union Building room 204
- Department of Public Safety, 51 W. Stevens Street
- Eisenhower Institute, 157 N. Washington Street
- Garthwait Leadership Center, College Union Building room 202
- Health and Counseling Center, Broadway
- Musselman Library, Library
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| * 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
Move-In East and West Quads New students move into their residence halls. |
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
G-Tech West Building G-Tech, technical support for Gettysburg College students, will be available to address any technology related questions and concerns. |
| * 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Hospitality and Information Tables for Families Tent on Breidenbaugh Hall North Lawn, corner of Lincoln Avenue and Washington Street Stop by and connect with current Gettysburg College parents to answer any questions you may have. Information regarding the services Gettysburg College and the Borough of Gettysburg offer will also be available; pick up a campus map, open a bank account with PNC, or speak with representatives from ROTC, Career Engagement, and talk with a representative from the Dining Center. Water will be also available. |
| * 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. |
Student and Family Lunch Dining Center New students and their families are invited to attend lunch in Gettysburg’s dining hall, affectionately known as “Servo”. |
| * 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
Hospitality and Information for Families CUB Lobby Gettysburg College parents are available to answer questions, give directions to afternoon events, and share information about Family Weekend. |
| * 12:00 p.m. |
Families of Athletes Welcome Session Bream Gymnasium Families of Winter and Spring Student Athletes are invited to attend a Department of Athletics Welcome Session in Bream Gymnasium at 12:00pm. The coaching staff will be available and there will be brief remarks from the Director. Families are encouraged to have lunch in the Dining Hall beginning at 11:00 a.m. Fall athletes will most likely be in practice or meetings, but families of those students are welcome to attend if they return to campus for Opening Day. Recommended time rotation at the Dining Center for Athletes: |
| 11:00 - 11:20 a.m. |
Recommended time rotation at the Dining Center for Athletes: 11:00 a.m. Men’s/Women’s Basketball, Men’s Golf, Men’s/Women’s Swimming, Baseball, Men’s Lacrosse 11:20 a.m. Softball, Women’s Golf, Men’s/Women’s Tennis, Women’s Lacrosse, Wrestling, Men’s/Women’s Track & Field |
| * 1:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
Just for Parents and Families: Transition to Gettysburg College College Union Ballroom This opening session, specifically for parents and family members, will help parents anticipate the Gettysburg College student experience, understand how Gettysburg interacts with students and parents, and determine how best to support their student’s growing independence. |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
Orientation Group Assembly Memorial Field & Stine Lake This session for all new students will provide information about expectations during Orientation, an overview of the family welcome session, and details about Opening Convocation. It is also an opportunity to begin learning about living with a new group of people. Students will assemble in orientation groups to meet their First-Year Team (Orientation Leader & Resident Assistant). Your Orientation Group assignment is posted on the door of your room. |
| * 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Sibling Social CUB Junction This open house session is for siblings and family members of the Class of 2025. It is a great opportunity to get out of the heat and relax. There will be snacks, board games and crafts for siblings as parents will be attending an information session, and new students will be meeting with their orientation group. Please note this is not a daycare service; there will be limited supervision at this event. |
| * 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. |
Welcome Reception for Families Norris-Wachob Alumni House Enjoy refreshments and social time with other Gettysburg families and College staff at the beautiful Alumni House, home of Alumni and Parent Relations |
| * 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Opening Convocation Ceremony Pennsylvania Hall Lawn, North Side, Beachem Portico All students and families will attend the formal welcoming ceremony for the Class of 2025 and other new students. The Faculty Processional will begin at 3:55 p.m. This event will be live-streamed. |
| * 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Farewell to Families Alumni House Lawn Take some time to say goodbye to your family while enjoying some light refreshments on the Old Quad (lawn between the Alumni House and Schmucker Hall). |
| 5:45 p.m. |
Dinner for the Class of 2025 Dining Center |
| * 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Distance Dinner (by invitation) Mason Dixon Distillery Buffet dinner for families traveling from a distance of more than 300 miles. Registration required. New students will attend their class dinner in Servo. |
| 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
First Building and Floor Meetings Various locations The First-Year staff and representatives from various campus departments will present information on expectations of living in the residence halls, relationships with Facilities staff, and safety. First, students will meet as a building and then break into floor groups to discuss their community expectations for the year. |
| 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. |
Wednesday Evening Social Location TBD Come join your classmates for Rita’s Italian Ice. Sit by the firepits, listen to music and relax after your first day at Gettysburg! |
Thursday, August 26
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
Breakfast Dining Center |
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
G-Tech West Building G-Tech, technical support for Gettysburg College students, will be available to address any technology related questions and concerns. |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. |
Welcome from the Dean of Students Ballroom |
| 9:45 a.m. - 10:35 a.m. |
Small Group Discussion with First-Year Seminar Students meet in First-Year Seminar groups in various locations A facilitated small group discussion led by your First-Year Seminar (FYS) instructor about what it means to be a member of the specific FYS course and the Gettysburg College community, getting connected (floor, faculty, staff, etc), exploring new ideas to learn – courses and activities, taking care of self, etc. |
| 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Topical Advising Information Sessions (choose one during each time block) - Session 1 or Session 2 |
| 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. |
Lunch Dining Center |
| 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
Explore Gettysburg Events Various Locations Optional events students can participate in when they are not meeting with their advisor. More information about what events will be available coming soon. |
| 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
Explore Gettysburg Events Various Locations Optional events students can participate in when they are not meeting with their advisor. More information about what events will be available coming soon. |
| 1:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Individual Advising Sessions / On your own Various locations for advising appointments Students will meet with their academic advisor to discuss their class schedule and goals for their time at Gettysburg College. Students will convene with their advisors in groups and schedule individual appointments. Each student MUST meet with their advisor in order to finalize registration for the fall semester. |
| 4:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. |
Dinner Dining Center |
| 6:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. |
First-Year Walk Introduction, Christ Chapel |
| 6:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
The First-Year Walk Town of Gettysburg and Gettysburg National Cemetery |
| 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. |
Explore Gettysburg offerings, various locations Optional events students can participate in when they are not meeting with their advisor. More information about what events will be available coming soon. |
| 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. |
Night Activities coordinated by Student Activities & Greek Life |
Friday, August 27
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
Breakfast Dining Hall |
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
G-Tech West Building G-Tech, technical support for Gettysburg College students, will be available to address any technology related questions and concerns. |
| 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
GIV Day (Gettysburg Is Volunteering) Ballroom/Various locations throughout town Participate in the 28th annual Gettysburg is Volunteering (GIV) Day. GIV Day is the first opportunity for you to engage in the local community. Participants will learn about social justice issues while connecting with classmates, upperclass students, and members of the Gettysburg community. In order to participate, students had to indicate interest on their First-Year Dashboard and attendance will be confirmed via email. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Explore Gettysburg offerings, various locations |
| 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
Student Employment Information Session CUB 208 Many students work on campus through a work-study, research, or an office job. Come find out what you need to do to get started! |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch Dining Center |
| 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Explore Gettysburg offerings, various locations |
| 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Student Employment Information Session CUB 208 Many students work on campus through a work-study, research, or an office job. Come find out what you need to do to get started! |
| 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Living in Our Community Part 2, It’s On Us – Bystander Introductions, CUB Ballroom Students will learn about bystander intervention on campus and how they can stand up together as community members to help one another and intervene if needed. |
| 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Dinner in Orientation Groups Servo |
| 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Living in Our Community Part 3, Monologues (session 1) CUB Ballroom These discussions will focus on important aspects of becoming a successful member of the Gettysburg College community. Teams of faculty, administrators, and students will lead these discussions. Your First-Year Team will have detailed information about time and location for your group. |
| 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. |
OSAGL Activities, TBD |
| 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. |
Explore Gettysburg offerings, various locations |
Saturday, August 28
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. |
Breakfast Dining Center |
| 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
Explore Gettysburg Offerings Various Locations |
| 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
Living in Our Community Part 4, Monologues (session 2) CUB Ballroom These discussions will focus on important aspects of becoming a successful member of the Gettysburg College community. Teams of faculty, administrators, and students will lead these discussions. Your First-Year Team will have detailed information about time and location for your group. |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
Lunch Dining Center |
| 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Living in Our Community Part 5, Small Group Follow Up Various Locations Meet with your Orientation group, your RA and/or OL, and a professional staff member to discuss the topics covered in the Monologues Friday night and Saturday morning. You will also discuss topics that were included in the Living in Our Community online modules and Bystander Awareness. |
| 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
Explore Gettysburg offerings, various locations |
| 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Regional Meet Ups, various locations Meet up with other Gettysburg students from your home region (Northeast, West Coast, Mid West, South East, Mid Atlantic, and International Students) |
| 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
Dinner Dining Center Enjoy dinner with your Orientation Group. |
| 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
“Experience Gettysburg” Majestic Theater, Carlisle Street This presentation will give you a glimpse of everything Gettysburg has to offer. It’s up to you to get involved, but we’d love to show you how! Hear stories and experiences from upper-class students. This event will be live streamed. |
| 8:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. |
OSAGL Events |
Sunday, August 29
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Religious Services throughout the community |
| 10:30 a.m.-12:30p.m. |
Hillel Bagel Brunch Hillel House, 135 N Washington Street |
| 11:00 a.m. |
Service of Welcome and Blessings Outside by the fountain *Rain location is Christ Chapel |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
Brunch Dining Center A Gettysburg College tradition: Sunday morning Servo brunch |
| 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
Class of 2025 Field Day Activities Memorial Field An opportunity for first-year students to come together in their residence hall groups and bond through team building activities and games. Come out and join your building for a fun Field Day! |
| 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Final Check-In by Orientation Group (questions answered, class preparations, etc) Various Locations following Field Day |
| 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Catholic Mass Christ Chapel |
| 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
Dinner Dining Center Celebrate your successful completion of Orientation. |