Orientation Schedules - Fall 2025

Move-In & Orientation

• Friday, August 29 (Move-In)

  CHECK IN & RESIDENCE HALL MOVE IN
  10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  
  Check-in and pick-up your key, and student ID at your residence hall. Orientation Leaders (OLs) and Resident Assistant (RAs) will be on hand to show you to your room and help you get moved in.
  
  Your Residence Hall for Key Pick Up & Move-In

  MINERVA WELCOME
  10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p. m.

  Stop by our Minerva Welcome to learn more about the Minerva Program and to meet Minerva leaders.

  Tent on West Beach/Richmond Lawn

  CHABAD OPEN HOUSE
  1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p. m.

  Join incoming first-year and transfer students, together with their families, at Chabad at Union’s Open House. Connect with Chabad staff, student leaders, and other Jewish families while discovering the opportunities, warmth, and community that Jewish life at Union has to offer..

  Chabad at Union Rohr Jewish Student Center
  225 Seward Pl.

  INTRODUCTION TO ACCOMMODATIVE SERVICES ORIENTATION
  2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

  Students registered with Accommodative Services should plan to attend this session to meet the staff, tour the office, and receive important information about requesting their accommodations. Student should have received an e-mail invite from Accommodative Services Office with more details. Parents are encourage to explore campus or the bookstore during this time.

  Schaffer Library

  FIRST GEN MEET & GREET FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  Are you the first in your family to attend college? Stop by the Unity Lounge to meet other first-generation students, supportive staff, and campus partners who are here to cheer you on. This is a great chance to build community, ask questions, and celebrate the start of your college journey.

  Reamer Campus Center - Unity Lounge, room 304

  RESOURCE FAIR
  4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

  Stop by the Nott Memorial for a resources fair. Representatives from across campus will be here, drop in to meet staff and have any questions answered.

  Nott Memorial

  CLASS OF 2029 FAREWELL PICNIC
  4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

  Drop in and join your classmates and their families for a relaxed and festive picnic as we celebrate the start of your Union experience! This special gathering offers time to connect, enjoy a meal, and say your farewells before heading to the President’s Welcome!

  Tent on Library Plaza

  PRESIDENT'S WELCOME
  6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

  Join us as members of the Union Administration officially welcome you to the Union Community and your Union College experience.

  Hear from:

  • Elizabeth Kiss, President
  • Annette Diorio, VP for Student Affairs
  • Michele Angrist, Dean of Faculty, VP for Academic Affairs

  Moderated by:

  • Aileen Schatz, Director of the First-Year Experience

  Frank Bailey Field

  PARENTS & FAMILIES DEPART
  6:30 p.m.

  After the welcome, once our Orientation programs begin, we kindly ask that parents and families head back home so our students can be fully present in our programing.

  ORIENTATION GROUP CONNECTIONS AND FIRST GROUP MEETINGS
  6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

  Throughout Orientation you will get together with the members of your Orientation Group and meet your Orientation Leaders (OLs). Our OLs will facilitate conversations and connections among group members and serve as a mentor and friend during your transition to Union.

  You'll be introduced to your OLs at the conclusion of the President's Welcome

  SAFETY ON CAMPUS
  7:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

  You'll hear from members of Campus Safety and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) staff about their role on campus, the services they provide, how they work to enforce rules, regulations and policies on campus, and share personal safety tips and practices with you to keep the Union Community safe. Campus Safety's number is (518) 388-6911.

  Memorial Chapel

  CLASS T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY & CLASS OF 2029 PICTURE
  8:00 p.m.

  See an Orientation Committee Member on your way to the Nott Memorial to receive your official Garnet Chargers - Class of 2029 t-shirt! Put that shirt on and get ready to say, “Cheese” and be proud to be a member of the Class of 2029 as we take the official class picture of your incoming class!

  Nott Memorial

  WEST BEACH WELCOME
  8:10 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  Join your classmates, OLs and RAs for our West Beach Welcome! Enjoy snacks, have some fun, and get to know your classmates on the first night of orientation.

  West Beach

• Saturday, August 30

  BREAKFAST
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  OPTIONAL WELLNESS EXPERIENCES
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

  Students can opt into participate in a wellness experience during this time. Pre-registration for some activities may be required. Sign up links will be added here for classes closer to move-in.

  Alumni Gym open for incoming students only
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - no sign up required

  Spinning on Alumni Gym Balcony - Get ready for an exhilarating indoor cycling experience with our Spinning classes! Pedal your way to improved cardiovascular fitness while listening to motivating music and following the lead of our certified instructors. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, this class is designed to challenge and invigorate your body and mind.
  7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - 14 spots available - sign up here
  or
  8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - 14 spots available - sign up here

  Zumba in the Lower Exercise Room in Alumni Gym - Get ready to move and groove! Join our Zumba® class and party your way to fitness. With Latin and international rhythms, paired with easy to follow moves. No dance experience needed. Zumba® is for everyBODY, regardless of age, fitness level, or dance background. It burns calories, boosts your mood and improves your fitness in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
  8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - sign up here

  Alumni Gym

  RES HALL FLOOR MEETINGS
  9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

  Connect with your RA and floormates discuss what it means to be a part of your floor community.

  Your Res Hall Floor

  OL SMALL GROUP TIME
  10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

  Reconnect with your OL group before you begin day 1 of orientation.

  Your OL group location

  SATURDAY ROTATIONS BLOCKS

  During this rotation block, you’ll move through four important sessions designed to help you feel informed, connected, and confident as you begin your Union journey. The topics include:

  Time with IX – Hear from Ann Ciancia, Title IX Coordinator and Director of Equal Opportunity, to learn about your rights, resources, and how Union supports a safe and respectful campus community.
  Reamer Auditorium

  Campus Tour – Explore key spots on campus with your orientation group and build bonds with your classmates.
  All Around Campus

  Healthy Choices at College – Engage in an open conversation around topics including: alcohol & other drugs, hazing, health & wellness, and safety & support, to help you make smart and healthy choices while at Union.
  Olin 115

  Small Group Classroom Time – Spend time with your group in a classroom setting to learn about important Union platforms. You'll also have the chance to meet and hear from Dean of Studies, Dean Michelle Osborn and your Class Dean, Dean Sharif Rosen.
  Karp/Lippman Classrooms

  These sessions will rotate in groups so everyone has a chance to engage meaningfully with each topic.

  SATURDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 1
  10:50 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

  SATURDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 2
  11:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

  LUNCH
  12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  SATURDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 3
  1:50 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.

  SATURDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 4
  2:30 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.

  MEET YOUR SHARED EXPERIENCE GROUP & LEADERS
  3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

  Get to know the other students and leaders you'll be spending time with during your Shared Experience tomorrow!

  Meeting Locations by Shared Experience

  • Art and Theatre in the Hudson Valley Steps of the Nott
  • Arts in the Berkshires Karp 005
  • Broadway for the Day Reamer Aud
  • Gardens, Plants, and U LIPM 014
  • Garnet Games Hale House
  • Global Flavors and Local Treks Karp 008
  • Leadership Building Adventure Challenge LIPM 012
  • Locals’ Best Kept Secrets Karp 001
  • Our Schenectady Home Taylor Music 120
  • Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Karp 105
  • Saratoga and Schuyler LIPM 017+
  • Summit Together Karp 006
  • The Ultimate Adirondack Experience Olin 115
  • UC Orientation Grand Slam Experience Old Chapel
  • Upstate Food Tour LIPM 016+
  • Wellness and U Everest Lounge

  CHARGERS ON THE HARBOR & SAMPLES FROM SCHENECTADY
  5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  
  Kick off your Union experience at Mohawk Harbor with music, games, and great food! Connect with classmates, enjoy samples from a few local restaurants, and get a first look at the new hockey arena where our teams will play. It’s a fun and flavorful welcome to your new community!
  
  Mohawk Harbor

  ORIENTATION BINGO
  8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
  
  Join the Class of 2029 at one of Union’s most popular events. You could win anything from laundry detergent, Union gear, bluetooth speakers, and more.
  

• Sunday, August 31 (Shared Experience Day)

  BREAKFAST
  7:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  SHARED EXPERIENCES
  All Day! - start & end times vary

  This is what this day is all about! Get ready to connect with classmates through your Shared Experiences, a small-group program designed around common interests. With 16 exciting options, these programs offer a fun and meaningful way to build community before classes begin.

  Students should rank their preferences in their applicant portal by August 4th, and you'll find out your assigned experience in mid-August!

  The day will look different depending on which Shared Experience you're participating in.

  Our 16 experiences include:

  • Art and Theatre in the Hudson Valley
  • Arts in the Berkshires
  • Broadway for the Day
  • Gardens, Plants, and U
  • Garnet Games : Connect, Play, Create
  • Global Flavors and Local Treks
  • Leadership Building Adventure Challenge
  • Locals’ Best Kept Secrets: Hiking, Farm Tour and Ethnic Foods
  • Our Schenectady Home
  • Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
  • Saratoga and Schuyler: The Revolution Comes to New York
  • Summit Together: First-Year Experience Hike
  • The Ultimate Adirondack Experience
  • UC Orientation Grand Slam Experience
  • Upstate Food Tour
  • Wellness and U

  Various Locations On and Off Campus

  DINNER (for those with Shared Experiences ending before 5:30 p.m.)
  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  EVENING SOCIAL ACTIVITIES HOSTED BY RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION & HOUSING

  After a full day of activities connecting with your classmates, wind down with some fun evening events designed to help you get comfortable on campus, meet new people, and make memories. Keep an eye out for more details soon!

  Super Smash Bros Tournament in Reamer Auditorium
  starting at 6:00 p.m.

  Tote Decorating in Hale House
  6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

  SOUND BATH
  8:00 p.m.

  Come enjoy a crystal bowl sound bath. This therapeutic practice features the pure, resonant tones and vibrations of quartz crystal singing bowls to induce deep relaxation and balance in the body and mind. During the hour long session, you may relax, sit or lay down,and experience the immersive soundscape. Please turn phones off during the practice and refrain from talking. Wear comfortable clothes. Dressing in layers is recommended. Bring a yoga mat, pillows, bolster and/or blankets for comfort.

  Nott Memorial

• Monday, September 1st

  BREAKFAST
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  OPTIONAL WELLNESS EXPERIENCES
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

  Students can opt into participate in a wellness experience during this time. Pre-registration for some activities may be required. Sign up links will be added here for classes closer to move-in.

  Alumni Gym open for incoming students only
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - no sign up required

  Spinning on Alumni Gym Balcony - Get ready for an exhilarating indoor cycling experience with our Spinning classes! Pedal your way to improved cardiovascular fitness while listening to motivating music and following the lead of our certified instructors. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, this class is designed to challenge and invigorate your body and mind.
  7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - 14 spots available - sign up here
  or
  8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - 14 spots available - sign up here

  Mat Pilates in the Lower Exercise Room in Alumni Gym - Mat Pilates is a low-impact all-levels fitness class that focuses on building strength, flexibility and postural alignment. Each class will work to balance and strengthen all muscle groups, with an emphasis on core strength and spinal mobility. Challenging but accessible, Mat Pilates is a great way to lengthen and sculpt your body and will leave you feeling strong and mobile.
  7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - sign up here

  Sculpt with Sof in the Lower Exercise Room in Alumni Gym - Sculpt with Sof is a fun, full body, high intensity workout class! We will incorporate weights, mobility, resistance training and cardio to implement muscle growth and strength. All levels are welcome. This class is great if you are looking to tone up and also get some personalized training in a group setting.
  8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - sign up here

  Alumni Gym

  RES HALL FLOOR CONNECTIONS
  9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

  Spend time reconnecting with your RA and floormates as you continue building your floor community. This is your chance to reflect and talk about what it means to live and learn together, and set the tone for a supportive and respectful space.

  Your Res Hall Floor

  TRANSFER STUDENT - ADVISING OVERVIEWWITH DEAN OSBORN AND CLASS DEANS
  9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

  Transfer students will have the opportunity to talk to DeanOsborn and their Class Dean about transfer credit evaluations, general education requirements and how to make sure they stay on track for graduation.

  Karp 105

  OL SMALL GROUP TIME
  10:20 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

  Reconnect with your OL group after a day apart for your shared experiences and get ready to begin day 3 of orientation.

  Your OL group location

  MONDAY ROTATIONS BLOCKS

  During this rotation block, you’ll move through four interactive sessions designed to help you explore key resources, reflect on your goals, and connect with the people and programs here to support you throughout your Union experience. The topics include:

  All About Schaffer Library – Learn how to make the most of the Library’s spaces, services, and resources. Whether you need quiet study areas, research support, textbooks from other libraries around the country or world, a place to collaborate with classmates, or just a spare computer charger, Schaffer Library has you covered.
  Reamer Auditorium

  Careers and Community – Learn how Union’s Career Center can help you explore opportunities, build skills, and prepare for your future. Hear from Ann Ciancia, Title IX Coordinator and Director of Equal Opportunity, about your rights under Title VI and the resources that support an equitable campus community for all.
  Old Chapel

  All That We Share – Join the Office of Intercultural Affairs (OIA) for an engaging session focused on connection and community. Through this fun and thoughtful activity, you’ll explore the things that make us unique and the many ways we’re more alike than we think.
  Festival Field

  Academic Support at Union – Succeeding in college takes more than just showing up. It takes initiative, curiosity, and knowing when to ask for help. Luckily, Union offers a wide range of academic resources to help you thrive, but it’s up to you to take advantage of them. In this session, you’ll hear from your Class Dean, Dean Rosen, and connect with experts from Academic Advising, the Office of Student Success, and the Writing Center. Whether you need help planning your courses, want to sharpen your study strategies, or just need a sounding board, these are the people who can support you every step of the way. Don’t wait until you’re overwhelmed, start building your academic support team now!
  Olin 115

  These sessions will rotate in groups so everyone has a chance to engage meaningfully with each topic.

  MONDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 1
  10:50 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

  MONDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 2
  11:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

  LUNCH
  12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  MONDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 3
  1:50 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.

  MONDAY ROTATIONS BLOCK 4
  2:30 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.

  OL SMALL GROUP TIME
  3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

  Reconnect with your OL group before heading to your Minerva

  Your OL group location

  MEET YOUR MINERVA
  3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  Stop by your Minerva to learn more about your Minerva House and the Minerva leaders serving on your house's counsel.

  Your Minerva House

  DINNER
  5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  MINERVOLYMPICS
  6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

  Let the games begin! As an orientation group, you'll meet at your Minerva House then head to Rugby Field to compete as part of your Minerva House to acquire points in a variety of different challenges and activities. Which house will be this year's champion?!

  Your Minerva then to Rugby Field

  ICE CREAM SOCIAL
  9:00 p.m.

  After a full day of activities, sessions, and connecting with your classmates, wind down with some fun at the ice cream social in the West Social Space. It's sometime to enjoy a snack, relax, meet new people, and make great memories.

  West Social Space, First Floor

  OPEN MIC NIGHT AT THE KENNEY CENTER
  9:00 p.m.

  The staff from the Kenney Center for Community Engagement and Outreach invite you to join them for an open mic night coffee house. Come to share your talent, art, and connect with other new students.

  Kenney Center for Community Engagement and Outreach

• Tuesday, September 2nd

  BREAKFAST
  7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.

  Reamer Campus Dining

  OPTIONAL WELLNESS EXPERIENCES
  7:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

  Students can opt into participate in a wellness experience during this time. Pre-registration for some activities may be required. Sign up links will be added here for classes closer to move-in.

  Alumni Gym open for incoming students only
  7:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. - no sign up required

  Barre Fusion in the Lower Exercise Room in Alumni Gym - An all-levels fitness class that combines elements from barre, Pilates and yoga. This is a whole-body workout with both mat and standing work. Our barre moves will be practiced “off the barre” for an additional challenge. Build
  strength, flexibility and body awareness with a low-impact, medium-intensity workout that will leave you feeling energized and strong. Mats and props will be provided. Participants should bring a water bottle.
  7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. - no sign up required

  Spinning on Alumni Gym Balcony - Get ready for an exhilarating indoor cycling experience with our Spinning classes! Pedal your way to improved cardiovascular fitness while listening to motivating music and following the lead of our certified instructors. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, this class is designed to challenge and invigorate your body and mind.
  8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - 14 spots here
  or
  9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. - 14 spots here

  Yoga Flow in the Lower Exercise Room in Alumni Gym - Yoga Flow is designed to improve strength, flexibility and balance. Beginners and experienced yoga practitioners are welcome! Participants will be guided through a series of yoga postures with a strong focus on alignment and the connection between body, mind and breath. The class begins with a brief guided meditation into breath awareness, includes warm ups, a main flow practice and ends with a cool down and relaxation to leave you feeling refreshed!
  9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.- no sign up required

  Zumba in the Lower Exercise Room in Alumni Gym - Get ready to move and groove! Join our Zumba® class and party your way to fitness. With Latin and international rhythms, paired with easy to follow moves. No dance experience needed. Zumba® is for everyBODY, regardless of age, fitness level, or dance background. It burns calories, boosts your mood and improves your fitness in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
  10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.- no sign up required

  Alumni Gym

  INDIVIDUAL ADVISING APPOINTMENTS
  9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  
  Bring your schedule and any questions you want answered. This is your first opportunity to meet your advisor.

  OFFICE OPEN HOUSES / DROP IN EVENTS
  10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

  Take advantage of this relaxed opportunity to visit a variety of campus offices, meet the staff who are here to support you, explore their spaces, and ask any questions you may have in a casual, welcoming environment. Multiple offices will be hosting drop-in open houses during this time — if you’re not in your advisor meeting, we encourage you to check them out! You'll receive 10 Orientation Bolt Points for every office you visit!

  Locations include:

  • Library Open House at Schaffer Library
  • Religious & Spiritual Life: Hillel - Reamer 203
  • Religious & Spiritual Life: Catholic Campus Ministry - Reamer 203
  • Title IX & Student Conduct: Debunking Discipline - Reamer 306
  • Kenney Center for Community Engagement & Outreach
  • Career Center at Becker Hall
  • Makerspace: Make Lab - Engineering Machine Shop Room 107
  • Student Activities - Reamer 404
  • Student Success - Old Chapel 201
  • Meet your First-Year Area Coordinator - Fox Center Lobby
  • International Programs: Study Abroad - Old Chapel 303
  • Intercultural Affairs - Unity Lounge, Reamer 304

  TIPS AND TRICKS TO BE SUCCESSFUL AT UNION (FROM YOUR OLs)
  10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  
  Join your Orientation Leaders for a variety of 20-minute sessions focused on the tools, tips, and campus know-how that helped them thrive at Union. From mastering your Google Calendar to getting involved in Student Forum and more, these sessions are full of insider advice to help you start strong.
  
  A Date with Your Deadlines - Learn how to take control of your time with Google Calendar and Reminders. This workshop will show you simple, practical tools to organize assignments, track deadlines, and stay ahead! - 10:00 a.m. & 10:40 a.m.
  Reamer Auditorium
  
  Get Involved with ACE? - Do you want to help plan fun weekend programs for the student body? Join us to learn more about ACE, the Association of Campus Events and get involved right away! - 10:00 a.m. & 10:40 a.m.
  Olin 115
  
  What does the student government look like at Union? - Learn how to get involved in institutional decisions and become familiar with Union's student government, Student Forum. - 10:20 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
  Reamer Auditorium
  
  Music at Union - Join some of your OLs to learn about the many opportunities to continue your musical talents while at Union! - 10:20 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
  Olin 115

  MEET YOUR TOLL DAY GROUP & LEADERS
  11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  
  Connect with your Toll Day group to make sure you have all the info you need for the Saturday, September 6th. You can find the location of your specific meeting on this chart. If you need a reminder of which site you selected, check your Community Connections Profile for details. If you have not yet signed up for a shift, please be sure to do so ASAP at Community Connections.

  Shift Title	Saturday 9/6 Shift Start Time	Tuesday 9/2 11:30 AM Meeting Room	Saturday 9/6 Bus
  Albany Pine Bush Preserve - Maintenance	9:10 AM	Karp 200	Bus 4
  BANA - Community CleanUp	9:30 AM	ISEC 222	Walk
  Caribbean Day - Setup	10:05 AM	Wold 225	Bus 3
  Community Center - Hosting Youth Day	10:05 AM	ISEC 387	Bus 1
  Community Center - Hosting Youth Day	12:05 PM	ISEC 387	Bus 1
  Farm to Schools - Garden Support	8:40 AM	Lippman 016	Bus 1
  Farm to Schools - Garden Support	12:40 PM	Lippman 016	Bus 1
  Fehr Ave. Farm - End of Summer Support	8:50 AM	Lippman 012	Bus 2
  Fehr Ave. Farm - End of Summer Support	12:50 PM	Lippman 012	Bus 2
  Food Pantry - Organizing	10:50 AM	ISEC 187	Bus 7
  GHNA - Community CleanUp	8:00 AM	Reamer Aud	Walk
  GHNA - Community CleanUp	8:30 AM	Reamer Aud	Walk
  GHNA - Community CleanUp	9:00 AM	Reamer Aud	Walk
  GHNA - Community CleanUp	9:30 AM	Reamer Aud	Walk
  GHNA - Community CleanUp	10:00 AM	Reamer Aud	Walk
  Greek Festival - Setup & Vendor Support	8:40 AM	Karp 005	Walk
  Greek Festival - Setup & Vendor Support	10:40 AM	Karp 005	Walk
  Greek Festival - Setup & Vendor Support	1:40 PM	Karp 005	Walk
  Greek Festival - Setup & Vendor Support	4:40 PM	Karp 005	Walk
  Joan Nicole Prince Home - Maintenance and Organizing	9:30 AM	Olin 106	Bus 7
  Joan Nicole Prince Home - Maintenance and Organizing	1:30 PM	Olin 106	Bus 7
  Kelly Adirondack Center - Trail Upkeep	9:10 AM	Lippman 017	Bus 4
  Kelly Adirondack Center - Trail Upkeep	1:05 PM	Lippman 017	Bus 4
  Little Italy StreetFest - Setup & Vendor Support	8:15 AM	Olin 115	Walk
  Little Italy StreetFest - Setup & Vendor Support	9:15 AM	Olin 115	Walk
  Little Italy StreetFest - Setup & Vendor Support	11:45 AM	Olin 115	Walk
  Malta Community Day - Crafts and Activities	9:20 AM	Karp 001	Bus 5
  Malta Community Day - Crafts and Activities	11:20 AM	Karp 001	Bus 5
  MoonBee	9:50 AM	Wold 128	Walk
  ReTree Schenectady - Tree Planting	1:05 PM	Lippman 101	Bus 3
  SAAC @ Mont Pleasant Middle School - Field Day	10:00 AM	Karp 105	Bus 6
  SAAC @ Mont Pleasant Middle School - Field Day	11:30 AM	Karp 105	Bus 6
  SAAC @ Mont Pleasant Middle School - Field Day	1:00 PM	Karp 105	Bus 6
  Sustainable Living Center - Native Plant Support	8:35 AM	Karp 008	Bus 3
  Sustainable Living Center - Native Plant Support	11:35 AM	Karp 008	Bus 3
  Vale Farm - End of Summer Support	8:50 AM	Lippman 014	Bus 2
  Vale Farm - End of Summer Support	12:50 PM	Lippman 014	Bus 2
  Greek Festival - Setup & Vendor Support (Sunday 9/7)	9:00 AM	Karp 004	Walk
  Greek Festival - Setup & Vendor Support (Sunday 9/7)	12:00 PM	Karp 004	Walk

  LUNCH
  12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  Be sure to have your Union ID as you will need it to swipe into the dining hall.
  
  Reamer Dining Hall

  DROP/ADD FOR NEW STUDENTS
  1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  
  If you need to make changes to your class schedule, you’ll be able to make those adjustments during this time.
  
  Nott Memorial

  INDIVIDUALISED CLASSROOM TOURS WITH OLs
  1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  
  Connect with one of your OLs to sign up for an individual tour to walk through your class schedule and be ready to start your classes tomorrow!
  
  Connect with your OL for location meetups s

  LINE UP FOR MINERVA PROCESSION
  3:15 p.m.
  
  Join your OLs and Minerva Student Leaders to prepare for the procession into Convocation.
  
  Rugby Field

  MINERVA PROCESSION FOR CONVOCATION
  3:30 p.m.
  
  New Students, OLs, and Minerva Student Leaders will procession into Convocation by Minerva.
  
  Rugby Field to Memorial Chapel

  OPENING CONVOCATION
  4:00 p.m.
  
  Join your classmates, faculty and staff to celebrate the start of the 2025-2026 academic year.

  Memorial Chapel

Additional Key Dates

• Wednesday, September 3rd

  FIRST DAY OF CLASSES

  FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PHOTOS
  8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
  
  Stop by Reamer Campus Center for your first day of school photo! We will have first day of school boards to fill out to show off your first day!
  
  Reamer Campus Center

• Friday, September 5th

  CLUB EXPO
  4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  
  You don't want to miss Club Expo! Every Year Student Forum hosts Club Expo to showcase all the clubs and organizations on campus. Stop by to sign up for all the clubs that interest you, for some great food, and for fun giveaways!
  
  Tent on Library Plaza

• Saturday, September 6th

  JOHN CALVIN TOLL DAY OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
  Time slots available throughout the day starting at 8:00am - you'll sign up during orientation!
  
  Join hundreds of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends for the single biggest day of community engagement at the College. Some examples of sites may include community cleanups, community schools programming, urban farming, park maintenance, supporting local nonprofit events, and event assisting with and attending some of the local festivals happening that day!
  
  Various Locations

International Student Move-In and Global Orientation - August 27th - August 29th