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8:00am EDT

Breakfast
Saturday August 22, 2026 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall
Students - Continental Breakfast is included with Welcome Week/Orientation; wear your Orientation nametag for access.

Parents and Families - Most families do not return to campus until family sessions begin @ 9:30 AM. There will be a coffee station provided in Ken Olsen Science Center throughout the morning.


Saturday August 22, 2026 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984
  Meal

8:30am EDT

On-Campus Shuttle!
Saturday August 22, 2026 8:30am - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
Need a ride between campus and the Woodland parking lot? Call the Student Life office and they will send over a golf cart to pick you up.

Student Life: 978-867-4263
Saturday August 22, 2026 8:30am - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Office Hours

9:00am EDT

Morning Coffee
Saturday August 22, 2026 9:00am - 11:20am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center
Grab some coffee in the Ken Olsen Science Center before and between the Saturday morning family breakout sessions.
Saturday August 22, 2026 9:00am - 11:20am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Parents Only

9:00am EDT

Welcome Tent
Saturday August 22, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Clarendon Commons, outside Lane Student Center
Members of the Orientation staff and the Alumni and Parent Relations Office continue to be available to assist you and answer any questions throughout Orientation Weekend.
Saturday August 22, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Clarendon Commons, outside Lane Student Center H5RH+44, Wenham, MA 01984, USA
  Office Hours

9:30am EDT

Parent and Family Devotional
Saturday August 22, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 104
Join Gordon’s President, Dr. Michael Hammond, and his wife, Jennifer Hammond, as they speak about what the Lord has taught them through their journey as parents of college students.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Hammond

Michael Hammond

President
An accomplished scholar and proven leader with 25 years’ experience in Christian higher education, President Mike Hammond distinguishes himself with a rare combination of academic credibility, an effective and collaborative leadership style, deep spiritual character and maturity... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Hammond

Jennifer Hammond

Coordinator of Presidential Hospitality
Jennifer Hammond is the wife of President Michael Hammond. She works as the Coordinator of Presidential Hospitality.
Saturday August 22, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 104 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Parents Only

10:00am EDT

Campus Tour with Admissions
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
Welcome Tent (In Front of Lane)
Take a tour around campus and learn about our history, dorms, shared spaces, and what makes Gordon's campus so special!
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
Welcome Tent (In Front of Lane)
  Family and Students

10:15am EDT

Family Breakout Sessions
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center
Parents and family members are invited to participate in a variety of breakout sessions designed to introduce you to resources your students will encounter on campus. Offices represented include the Athletics Department, Center for Counseling and Student Wellness, Career and Connections Institute, and the Gordon Intercultural Center.

Students, you will spend time learning about these campus areas in greater detail during the rest of Welcome Week, so feel free to use time this morning to get some rest, continue unpacking your room, or explore campus!
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

First-Generation Family Session
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 124
First-Generation means your student is the first person in your family to attend college. This session describes the unique transition experience for first-generation students and how their sending families can partner with us to support them and help them succeed.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus Life Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.

Speakers
CD

Courtney Dailey

Director of Clarendon City Scholars Program
Courtney Dailey serves as the Director of the Clarendon City Scholars Program at Gordon College, where he leads initiatives that cultivate leadership, faith formation and community engagement. Before joining Gordon, Courtney served with City Year Greater Boston, a national service... Read More →
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 124 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

How to Know What Your Student is Going Through
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 127
Explaining the various ups and downs students often experience when transitioning to college. The session will be led by Reid Swetland, Associate Dean for Mental Health Outreach, one of Gordon’s certified mental health counselors.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus Life Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.
Speakers
avatar for Reid Swetland

Reid Swetland

Associate Dean of Campus Engagement
Prior to his work at Gordon, Reid worked as a residential counselor at treatment programs in Portsmouth, NH and Seattle, WA. Reid also worked for 12 years as an outpatient clinician for Health and Educations Services in Ipswich, MA working with all ages.
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 127 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Parents of Athletes
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 101
Explaining the student-athlete experience to parents whose son or daughter will be playing a varsity sport at Gordon. Discover how their sending families can partner with us to support them and help them succeed.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus Life Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.
Speakers
JL
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 101 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:15am EDT

Preparing to Thrive: Connecting College to Calling and Career
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 109
Providing a broad overview of how Gordon helps students discover their calling and develop professional skills, so that they are well prepared for life after college.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus LIfe Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.
Speakers
avatar for Pam Lazarakis

Pam Lazarakis

Director of Professional and Career Developmenmt
Pam has provided career development leadership and program development at Gordon for 20 years and prior to that held leadership roles in the Admissions recruitment and enrollment areas. In 2019-2020, her work focuses specifically on identifying and building unique career programming... Read More →
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:40am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 109 H5QJ+68 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:50am EDT

First-Generation Family Session
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 124
First-Generation means your student is the first person in your family to attend college. This session describes the unique transition experience for first-generation students and how their sending families can partner with us to support them and help them succeed.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus Life Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.

Speakers
CD

Courtney Dailey

Director of Clarendon City Scholars Program
Courtney Dailey serves as the Director of the Clarendon City Scholars Program at Gordon College, where he leads initiatives that cultivate leadership, faith formation and community engagement. Before joining Gordon, Courtney served with City Year Greater Boston, a national service... Read More →
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 124 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:50am EDT

How to Know What Your Student is Going Through
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 127
Explaining the various ups and downs students often experience when transitioning to college. The session will be led by Reid Swetland, one of Gordon’s certified mental health counselors.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus Life Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.
Speakers
avatar for Reid Swetland

Reid Swetland

Associate Dean of Campus Engagement
Prior to his work at Gordon, Reid worked as a residential counselor at treatment programs in Portsmouth, NH and Seattle, WA. Reid also worked for 12 years as an outpatient clinician for Health and Educations Services in Ipswich, MA working with all ages.
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 127 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:50am EDT

Parents of Athletes
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 101
Explaining the student-athlete experience to parents whose son or daughter will be playing a varsity sport at Gordon. Discover how their sending families can partner with us to support them and help them succeed.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus Life Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.
Speakers
JL
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 101 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:50am EDT

Preparing to Thrive: Connecting College to Calling and Career
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 109
Providing a broad overview of how Gordon helps students discover their calling and develop professional skills, so that they are well prepared for life after college.

PARENTS - Saturday morning learning sessions focused on Gordon's faith, learning, and living across the student experience

STUDENTS - You will have your own personal experience learning in greater detail and with activities during the rest of Welcome Week, Monday (Academic Imagination Day) and Tuesday (Campus LIfe Day). But you're welcome to join and learn.
Speakers
avatar for Pam Lazarakis

Pam Lazarakis

Director of Professional and Career Developmenmt
Pam has provided career development leadership and program development at Gordon for 20 years and prior to that held leadership roles in the Admissions recruitment and enrollment areas. In 2019-2020, her work focuses specifically on identifying and building unique career programming... Read More →
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:15am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 109 H5QJ+68 Wenham, Massachusetts
  Breakout Session

10:50am EDT

Student Devotional
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:20am EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall
Hear from Associate Dean of Mental Health Outreach Reid Swetland, as he shares a devotional centered on students making their transition to college.
Speakers
avatar for Reid Swetland

Reid Swetland

Associate Dean of Campus Engagement
Prior to his work at Gordon, Reid worked as a residential counselor at treatment programs in Portsmouth, NH and Seattle, WA. Reid also worked for 12 years as an outpatient clinician for Health and Educations Services in Ipswich, MA working with all ages.
Saturday August 22, 2026 10:50am - 11:20am EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984
  Student Only

11:30am EDT

Gathering of Affirmation and Assurance
Saturday August 22, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
This cornerstone event of Orientation Week invites students and families into worship and a ceremony of welcome into the Gordon College community. This event will be livestreamed at https://www.gordon.edu/live/events for any who wish to be a part of this experience virtually.
Saturday August 22, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Family and Students

12:30pm EDT

Family Photos
Saturday August 22, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
AJ Gordon Chapel Stairs
Snap some quick family photos with our photographer!
Saturday August 22, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
AJ Gordon Chapel Stairs
  Family and Students

12:30pm EDT

Lunch
Saturday August 22, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall
Lunch today is not required for students, but is available. Most families use this time to go off campus for lunch, explore the area, and run errands. Students need to be back on campus by 4:00 PM.

Dining venue hours:
Lane Cafe - 11am to 2pm
Gillies (Located downstairs in Lane student center) - 11am to 4pm
Saturday August 22, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984
  Meal

12:30pm EDT

Family Free/Transition Time
Saturday August 22, 2026 12:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Various Locations
A time for families to be together, run last-minute errands and say their goodbyes before families depart campus. Lunch is not required for students, but is available on campus. Students are expected to return to campus by 4:15 p.m. Families can depart any time after 12:30 p.m.
Saturday August 22, 2026 12:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Various Locations
  Family and Students

1:00pm EDT

Campus Tour with Admissions
Saturday August 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Welcome Tent (In Front of Lane)
Take a tour around campus and learn about our history, dorms, shared spaces, and what makes Gordon's campus so special!
Saturday August 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Welcome Tent (In Front of Lane)
  Family and Students

4:30pm EDT

Orientation Kickoff
Saturday August 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
Join us for the kickoff of the student portion of Welcome Week!
Saturday August 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Required for all Students

5:00pm EDT

Dinner with O-Crew
Saturday August 22, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall
O-Crews will head to dinner together in the dining hall
Saturday August 22, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984
  Meal

7:00pm EDT

O-Crew Scavenger Hunt
Saturday August 22, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
Get to know your O-Crew and learn how to navigate Gordon through a campus wide scavenger hunt!
Saturday August 22, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Community Building Event!

7:00pm EDT

Transfer Student Campfire
Saturday August 22, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Gull Pond
This is a specific event for transfer students to connect over a campfire at one of the best sites on campus! If you’d prefer a more high-energy night, participate in the first-year student game night. Talk to your O-Crew leader for more information.
Saturday August 22, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Gull Pond
  Transfer Only
 

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A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
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Bennett Center
Clarendon Commons, outside Lane Student Center
Ferrin Field
Frost Hall
Frost Lawn and Patio
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Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 109
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 124
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 127
Lane Student Center
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall
Phillips Music Center
Quad
Residence Halls
TBA
Various Faculty Offices
Various Locations
Welcome Tent (In Front of Lane)
  • Breakout Session
  • Community Building Event!
  • Commuter Only
  • Family and Students
  • Meal
  • Office Hours
  • Parents Only
  • Required for all Students
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