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Monday, August 24
 

7:00am EDT

Breakfast
Monday August 24, 2026 7:00am - 10:00am EDT
Head to Lane for breakfast – O-Crew leaders will be ready to greet you, eat with you and introduce you to new friends. Wear your nametag to get into the dining hall.


Monday August 24, 2026 7:00am - 10:00am EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984

9:00am EDT

Deciding Student Advising Meeting
Monday August 24, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Deciding majors will meet during this session to prepare for the rest of the day and to continue the process of deciding an area of study at Gordon.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Brink

Jennifer Brink

Director of Academic Advising and First-Year Experience
Jennifer has enjoyed many years working with college students, in residence life, service learning, first-year experience and advising. She completed her graduate work in Educational Psychology at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She is particularly interested in questions... Read More →
Monday August 24, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 124 H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts

9:00am EDT

Transfer Student Breakfast with President Hammond
Monday August 24, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
President Hammond and other senior leadership team members would love to meet all the transfer students and welcome them to Gordon.
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 →
Monday August 24, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center, Room 101 (Chair's Room) H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts

10:00am EDT

Learning to Notice
Monday August 24, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Launch the day with your O-Crew and sibling crew and join a Gordon faculty/staff member to explore the connection between our faith and learning. This is a fun opportunity to spend time noticing the beauty and creativity of God's world. 
Monday August 24, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Various Locations

10:45am EDT

Meet Your Major
Monday August 24, 2026 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Students will meet back on the Quad and find the flag for their major. Majors will travel in schools to meet in the rooms below.Meet your faculty and fellow students, learn more about your major, and discover what academic life at Gordon looks like. You'll sign up for your advising appointment here. Post Quad Meeting Locations:Art- Barrington 2nd floor labBiblical Studies & Christian Ministry...
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Monday August 24, 2026 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA

11:30am EDT

Lunch with Faculty
Monday August 24, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Head with your major to grab lunch in lane! Tables will be labeled by major. 


Monday August 24, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984

12:30pm EDT

CTS Help Desk and Mailroom Open Hours
Monday August 24, 2026 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Stop by CTS (Center for Technology Services) or Mailroom to ask any questions or get assistance.
Monday August 24, 2026 12:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Jenks Library, CTS H5QJ+68 Wenham, Massachusetts

1:00pm EDT

Find your Classes
Monday August 24, 2026 1:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Take time to review your schedule and visit the buildings and classrooms where your classes will take place starting on Wednesday.
Monday August 24, 2026 1:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Various Locations

1:00pm EDT

Individual Advising Appointments
Monday August 24, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
All new students will have an individual advising appointment, which you will schedule during your “Meet Your Major Lunch.” Be sure to confirm the location of your advising appointment, plan to arrive on time, and prepare for this meeting by having a copy of your fall course schedule pulled up.  You can find you schedule at my.gordon.edu > academics> student schedule> view...
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Monday August 24, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Various Faculty Offices

2:00pm EDT

Career & Connection Institute Drop In
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Stop by the CCI Drop In event to back a snack bag and hear about the wonderful opportunities for career development at Gordon.
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
CCI Patio (Jenks Library First Floor)

2:00pm EDT

Clay Magnet Craft Event with Student Counseling and Wellness Center
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Stop by the CSCW's event to make Clay Magnets for your Mini Fridege and get connected to our counseling and wellness center. 
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.
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA

2:00pm EDT

Gordon Honors Institute Drop In
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Drop by the Gordon Honors Institute event to meet honors students and hear about all of the opportunities for academic involvement in Gordon Honors. 
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA

2:00pm EDT

Sports Tournaments on the Quad with Rec-IM
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hang out and play some games led by REC-IM on the Quad! Signup here to participate in tournaments! You can also show up and participate without registering!
Speakers
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REC-IM

The purpose of REC-IM is to encourage participation among the entire campus by providing a wide variety of opportunities in recreation and organized sport. REC-IM strives to foster community among students, encourage Christ-like sportsmanship and promote a healthy lifestyle within... Read More →
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA

2:00pm EDT

Commuter Lounge Drop-In
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Commuters, come to the commuter lounge in Jenks 426 & 428 to see the space and meet your commuter RA. This is a drop in event, so stay for as long or short as you want!
Speakers
avatar for Matthew Alaniz

Matthew Alaniz

Resident Director - Fulton Hall
Matthew graduated from Gordon College in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in Creative Writing. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Toccoa Falls College in Georgia. He also holds an accreditation from the Department... Read More →
Monday August 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Commuter Lounge (Jenks 426 & 428)

5:00pm EDT

Meal Plan begins @ Dinner - ID card needed!
Monday August 24, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
This is the first meal of the normal school-year meal plan. Starting with this meal, you'll need your Gordon ID card to swipe into the dining hall, not your Orientation nametag.
Monday August 24, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984

7:00pm EDT

Ice Cream with the President
Monday August 24, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Have a treat with the President and connect with classmates!
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 →
Monday August 24, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Frost Overlook H5QJ+RG Wenham, Massachusetts
 
Tuesday, August 25
 

7:00am EDT

Breakfast - Bring your ID card!
Tuesday August 25, 2026 7:00am - 9:30am EDT
Head to Lane for breakfast – O-Crew leaders will be ready to greet you, eat with you and introduce you to new friends. Make sure to bring your ID to swipe into the dining hall.


Tuesday August 25, 2026 7:00am - 9:30am EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984

8:00am EDT

Ensemble Auditions
Tuesday August 25, 2026 8:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Ensemble Auditions: The Music program welcomes students of all majors to participate in an ensemble. Learn more at https://www.gordon.edu/adams/opportunities/ensembles
Tuesday August 25, 2026 8:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Phillips Music Center

9:30am EDT

Spiritual Formation at Gordon
Tuesday August 25, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Learn about the opportunities for spiritual growth and formation during your time at Gordon.
Speakers
avatar for Jon Kim

Jon Kim

Director of Chapel and Adaptive Leadership
Jon Kim is the Director of Chapel and Adaptive Leadership. Before coming to Gordon, he served as a pastor in New England for 15 years. Jon Kim most recently served as an online pastor where he led and developed innovative approaches to ministry in digital spaces.
Tuesday August 25, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

10:00am EDT

Understanding Perspective
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Introduction to living and learning in a globally represented campus environment and how Gordon’s community appreciates, engages and values the rich mosaic of people and cultures on and beyond our campus.
Speakers
avatar for Courtney Dailey

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 →
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

10:45am EDT

Living Well Together
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am EDT
Conflict is a normal part of living in community. Learn strategies for healthy communication before sitting down with your roommate and RA to discuss expectations for the year.
Tuesday August 25, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

11:00am EDT

Commuter Student Meetup
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Learn about all the things available to you as a commuter student and get to know the other commuters!
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Clarendon Commons, Outside Lane Student Center H5RH+44, Wenham, MA 01984, USA

11:00am EDT

Community Conversations
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Meet with your RA and the people you'll be living alongside this year. Students with roommates will discuss expectations and complete a roommate agreement. Students in singles will develop a community living plan focused on building healthy relationships within their residence hall.
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Clarendon Commons, Outside Lane Student Center H5RH+44, Wenham, MA 01984, USA

11:30am EDT

Lunch with Commuter RA's - Bring your ID Card
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Have lunch in lane with Matt Aliniz, the RD for commuters and the commuter RA's.
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984

11:30am EDT

Lunch with your RA - Bring your ID Card
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Lunch in Tupper Hall in Lane Student Center. Remember to bring your ID for access to the dining hall.
Tuesday August 25, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Lane Student Center, Tupper Hall Lane Student Center, 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, MA 01984

1:30pm EDT

Beach Party!
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Meet your RA in your Residence Hall and walk over to relax, swim, play games, eat snacks, and chill at Gordon's own on-campus beach at Gull Pond! We will have beach volleyball, swimming, floating on inner tubes, spike ball, and more.
Commuters - meet your commuter RA at the bell!
Tuesday August 25, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Gull Pond

2:30pm EDT

Herb Planting and Painting Party
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Come join some friends to paint a pot, and plant an herb to grow in your residence hall! 
Tuesday August 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA

5:00pm EDT

All Campus Cookout - ID card needed
Tuesday August 25, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Come with your floor to enjoy the all campus cookout with returning students, faculty, and staff before the first day of class tomorrow!
Tuesday August 25, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Clarendon Commons, Outside Lane Student Center H5RH+44, Wenham, MA 01984, USA

5:00pm EDT

On-Campus Jobs Fair
Tuesday August 25, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Attend the On-Campus Jobs Fair to connect with departments that hire students for on-campus employment. 
Tuesday August 25, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA

6:00pm EDT

All-Athlete Event
Tuesday August 25, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
All athletes should attend this event in KOSC. Coaches will communicate specific information to athletes before the event.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Linders

Jason Linders

Director of Athletics
Jason Linders was appointed Director of Athletics at Gordon College on April 1, 2024. In his first full year leading the Fighting Scots, the department achieved its highest finish in the Learfield Directors' Cup standings—231st nationally and seventh among institutions in the Conference... Read More →
Tuesday August 25, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center H5QJ+R5 Wenham, Massachusetts

7:00pm EDT

Community Worship
Tuesday August 25, 2026 7:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
All students are invited to attend! As we prepare to begin the academic year, join the Gordon community for a time of worship, prayer, and reflection. Together, we'll pause to center our hearts on Christ and dedicate the start of this new season to the Lord, while covering each class of students in prayer. 
Tuesday August 25, 2026 7:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
AJ Gordon Chapel Stairs
 
Wednesday, August 26
 

10:25am EDT

First Chapel
Wednesday August 26, 2026 10:25am - 11:15am EDT
First Chapel of the semester!
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 →
Wednesday August 26, 2026 10:25am - 11:15am EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

8:00pm EDT

Mandatory Floor/Hall Meeting
Wednesday August 26, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Check your email for the location of your mandatory meetings and the time. 
Speakers
avatar for Residence Life

Residence Life

Resident Advisors and Resident Directors
Gordon College is committed to the residential college experience. We believe that living in community in a residence hall can be one of the most transformative aspects of your college experience. You have the opportunity to develop relationships, learn from those who are different... Read More →
Wednesday August 26, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Various Locations
 
Thursday, August 27
 

5:00pm EDT

Church Connections Fair
Thursday August 27, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Come learn about local churches and opportunities to get involved and find your church home.
Thursday August 27, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Clarendon Commons, Outside Lane Student Center H5RH+44, Wenham, MA 01984, USA
 
Friday, August 28
 

7:00pm EDT

MIO Fest
Friday August 28, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
The Multicultural Initiatives Offices (MIO) is hosting a welcome event for the campus community. All students are invited to attend!
Speakers
avatar for Multicultural Initiatives Office

Multicultural Initiatives Office

MIO exists to care holistically for Gordon’s diverse, multicultural student body. Partnering with the larger Gordon community, we provide academic, emotional and spiritual support to students of color through programs, events, community-building activities and mentoring by staff... Read More →
Friday August 28, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Frost Overlook H5QJ+RG Wenham, Massachusetts
 
Saturday, August 29
 

1:00pm EDT

Scottie Fair
Saturday August 29, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Grab some treats and explore your options for getting involved in over 50 student organizations at gordon!
Speakers
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Campus Events Council

Campus Events Council (CEC) strives to unify the campus by planning creative events that encourage an individual’s involvement with the greater campus. Events include Oktoberfest, the Gordon Globes, Winter Ball, Movie Nights, numerous concerts and open mics, and Golden Goose. CEC... Read More →
Saturday August 29, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Quad H5QH+GV5, Wenham, MA
 
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