We recognize that this year’s Orientation experience will be different for our incoming students, and have prepared a special welcome for the Class of 2024 from the Gettysburg College community.
Welcome program
On Sunday, August 16, 2020, four in-person showings of our Welcome Video Premiere are scheduled between 8–11 pm on the lawn behind Stevens Hall. The program includes:
- Opening Message from President Bob Iuliano
- Remarks from Peace and Justice Studies Director and Africana Studies Professor Hakim Mohandas Amani Williams
- Community welcome from fellow Gettysburg students
Physical distancing requirements will remain in effect. Your Resident Assistant (RA) or Orientation Leader (OL) will advise which showing your group should attend. One showing will also be available for remote viewing on Facebook and YouTube at 8:15 p.m.
Watch in person on campus
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 8:00 pm | Lawn behind Stevens Hall (in-person) |
| 8:45 pm | Lawn behind Stevens Hall (in-person) |
| 9:30 pm | Lawn behind Stevens Hall (in-person) |
| 10:15 pm | Lawn behind Stevens Hall (in-person) |
Watch online at 8:15 pm
Watch on Facebook Watch on YouTube
Chaplain’s welcome
Associate Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life, and College Chaplain, Kristen Largen greets the Class of 2024 with a special message of welcome.
Watch the Chaplain’s welcome on YouTube.
Related pages
- Orientation Schedule – programming to welcome the Class of 2024 to campus and provide information and introductions
- How to thrive at Gettysburg – Create. Define. Experience. Get ready to make your experience at Gettysburg College your own.
- Orientation information for parents and families – Helping to get your student’s Gettysburg College experience off to a great start.