Gordon College Orientation 2026: Full Schedule

9:15am EDT

Friday August 21, 2026 9:15am - 1:00pm EDT

Students arrive to their residence hall at their scheduled move-in times. We will have student leaders at each residence hall available to help move you into your room!

Speakers

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 →

Friday August 21, 2026 9:15am - 1:00pm EDT
Residence Halls

Family and Students

2:00pm EDT

President’s Welcome

Friday August 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

President Michael Hammond will welcome parents to campus and share the College’s vision for preparing young men and women for service and leadership worldwide. This event will be livestreamed at https://www.gordon.edu/live/events for any who wish to be a part of this experience virtually.

Speakers

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 →

Friday August 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

Family and Students

3:50pm EDT

Gordon's Game Gauntlet

Friday August 21, 2026 3:50pm - 4:30pm EDT

A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

Join us for Gordon's version of family feud, where students and staff face off in a fun competition that will help incoming students learn about the places on campus that you will grow to love!

Friday August 21, 2026 3:50pm - 4:30pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel

Family and Students

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

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

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