New Student Orientation Schedule

During New Student Orientation, the entire Bucknell community is ready to welcome you. The program is centered on scholarship, community and the rich traditions you'll find at Bucknell.

You'll bond with classmates through a variety of events while becoming familiar with Bucknell and the resources available to you. Your faculty will introduce you to the collegiate classroom, providing information about your fall course schedule and all the academic opportunities Bucknell has to offer.

Fall 2025 Orientation Dates

Wednesday, Aug. 20 – Sunday, Aug. 24

Class of 2029 Orientation Schedule

8 a.m.–noon	Arrival and Check-in Residence Halls Our Orientation Assistants (OAs) will meet you outside your residence hall to help you unpack the car and carry your belongings inside.
11 a.m.–noon	First in the Family Reception Arches Lounge, Third Floor, Elaine Langone Center Open to all students and families, this reception will showcase campus resources and networks available to support first-generation students and families. First in the Family participants and first-generation students and families are encouraged to attend. Enjoy light refreshments, build your network of Bucknell families, faculty and staff and receive a personal welcome from President John Bravman and other University representatives.
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Social House, Walls Lounge and Center Room, Elaine Langone Center New students, their families and friends are invited to lunch as guests of the University (no charge).
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Resource Fair Ground Floor, Elaine Langone Center Representatives from a variety of campus offices and community organizations will be available to answer your questions.
12:30–1:30 p.m.	Multicultural Welcome Reception for Students and Families Terrace Room, Elaine Langone Center Join members of the Orientation team, Multicultural Student Services, the Black Alumni Association, Student Affairs, student leaders and faculty and staff of color for a campus welcome while enjoying light refreshments. Open to all students and families. RSVPs encouraged.
1:30 p.m.	First-year Student Hall Meetings Residence Halls Class of 2029 students will begin community conversations with their Residential Adviser (RA), Orientation Assistants (OAs) and, if part of a Residential College, their Junior Fellow (JF).
3:15 p.m.	College Welcomes for the Class of 2029 Students will join the deans of their college for an introductory meeting. College of Arts & Sciences Weis Center Concert Hall College of Engineering Trout Auditorium, Vaughan Literature Building Freeman College of Management Forum, Elaine Langone Center
4:15 p.m.	Community Meetings Students will meet with staff from Residential Education and Public Safety to learn about Bucknell's expectations for students living in the community and University policies related to health, wellness and safety. McDonnell Hall Forum, Elaine Langone Center Smith Hall Harvey Powers Theatre, Coleman Hall Swartz Hall Terrace Room, Elaine Langone Center Vedder Hall Trout Auditorium, Vaughan Literature Building
5–6 p.m.	Family and friends depart
6:15 p.m.	Welcome Dinner KLARC U Lawn, Kenneth Langone Athletics & Recreation Center (rain location: Sojka Pavilion) The Class of 2029 will enjoy its first meal together.
7:30–8:45 p.m.	I Am Bucknell Weis Center Concert Hall New students will gather together and receive a warm welcome into the Bucknell community. The event will conclude with a procession to the Rooke Chapel Lawn and through the Christy Mathewson Gates — a Bucknell tradition!
8:45–10 p.m.	Just Touched Down Christy Mathewson-Memorial Stadium (rain location: Gerhard Fieldhouse) Don't miss this special late-night program hosted by your Orientation Leaders and Orientation Assistants! In this high-energy event, you'll get to know other members of the Class of 2029 and what it means to be part of Bucknell's herd.
10 p.m.	Residence Hall Activities On your hall Meet fellow first-year students on your floor while relaxing in your new home.

8:30 a.m.	Breakfast Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
9 a.m.	Pre-health and Pre-law Information Sessions Pre-health: Forum, Elaine Langone Center Pre-law: Gallery Theatre, Elaine Langone Center Students interested in law or health professions are welcome to attend one of these information sessions. If you have a conflict during this time, individual appointments will be available through the Center for Career Advancement. Please call 570-577-1238 to set up an appointment with Dr. Alison Patterson (pre-health) or Molly Gorby (pre-law).
9 a.m	Freeman College of Management Breakfast Holmes Hall Lobby This welcome breakfast provides an opportunity for new first-year and transfer Freeman College of Management students to meet and mingle with classmates, faculty and staff.
10 a.m.	First Meeting of Foundation Seminars See Bucknell app or ask your OA for meeting locations You will meet with your Foundation Seminar instructor for an introduction to academic life and discuss the transition to college-level work. You will also make an appointment with your instructor and adviser to receive individual advising. Make sure to bring something to take notes.
11:30 a.m.	Finance Breakout Sessions (McDonnell & Vedder residents) Personal Finance & Budgeting Trout Auditorium, Vaughan Literature Building Student Loans & Debt Forum,Elaine Langone Center
11:30 a.m.	Lunch (Swartz & Smith residents) Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
12:30 p.m.	Finance Breakout Sessions (Swartz & Smith residents) Personal Finance & Budgeting Trout Auditorium, Vaughan Literature Building Student Loans & Debt Forum,Elaine Langone Center
12:30 p.m.	Lunch (McDonnell & Vedder residents) Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
1:30–2 p.m.	College of Arts & Sciences Group Advising Meetings Students in the College of Arts & Sciences will meet with faculty from their departments to discuss degree requirements.
1:30–2:30 p.m.	Freeman College of Management Group Advising Meetings Trout Auditorium, Vaughan Literature Building Students in the Freeman College of Management will meet as a group with Associate Dean Ivy Kepner and Academic Support Specialist Leslie Velz to discuss the academic progress report (APR) and degree requirements.
1:30–3:30 p.m.	ENGR 100 First Meeting Sojka Pavilion Students in the College of Engineering will join their classmates and professors for a fun teamwork and problem-solving activity. This session is required for all engineering students as well as Arts & Sciences and Management students enrolled in ENGR 100. Arts & Sciences and Management students should attend their college's group advising meetings at 1:30 and come to the ENGR 100 meeting immediately afterward.
2–5:30 p.m.	College of Arts & Sciences Individual Advising Appointments Faculty offices Students in the College of Arts & Sciences can use this time to meet with their faculty adviser(s) individually and discuss changes to their course schedule. The Registrar's Office, located in Marts Hall, will be open Monday–Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to make approved changes. If you don't know who your adviser is, check your Academic Progress Report in Banner Self-Service.
2:30–3:30 p.m.	Countdown to Calculus Drop-in Session, Science Quad (rain location: Olin Science 451 & 475) Are you taking MATH 192 or Math 201 this fall and still working on the Countdown to Calculus course? Do you like ice cream treats? Come "chill" with us! This casual, drop-in session is a chance to talk with students and faculty about math and about what to expect in calculus. Feel free to bring a device and stay to work on Countdown to Calculus. (Vegan and allergy-conscious options will be available.)
2:30–5:30 p.m.	Freeman College of Management Individual Advising Appointments Faculty offices Students in the Freeman College of Management can use this time to meet with their faculty adviser individually and discuss changes to their course schedule. The Registrar's Office, located in Marts Hall, will be open Monday–Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to make approved changes. If you don't know who your adviser is, check your Academic Progress Report in Banner Self-Service.
2:30–5:30 p.m.	Pathways Portfolio On your own Use this time to continue creating your Pathways ePortfolio and work on your August reflection assignments. Check your Bucknell email for a message with more details and instructions to help you move through this process. Login to Digication to get started. Visit the Pathways Program webpage for instructions on setting up your portfolio and working on assignments.
3:30–4:30 p.m.	College of Engineering Group Advising Meetings (declared engineering students) Students who have declared an engineering major will meet with faculty to discuss course and major requirements. Undeclared students are welcome to attend to learn more about a specific major (please attend the meeting of your first-choice major). There is a required group meeting for undeclared students at 4:30 p.m. Biomedical Engineering Academic East 227 Chemical Engineering Dana Engineering 134 Civil & Environmental Engineering Breakiron 166 Computer Science Engineering Gardner Lecture Hall, Dana Engineering 113 Electrical & Computer Engineering Dana Engineering 303 Mechanical Engineering Academic West 108
4:30–5:30 p.m.	College of Engineering Group Advising Meeting (undeclared and 5-year engineering students) Gardner Lecture Hall, Dana Engineering Building 113 Undeclared College of Engineering students will meet with faculty to discuss course and major requirements.
5:30–6:30 p.m.	Can I Kiss You? (McDonnell and Vedder residents) Weis Center Concert Hall This live show is a fun and revolutionary approach to understanding sexual and intimate boundaries. The founder of The Center for Respect and author of Can I Kiss You?, Mike Domitrz will lead a thought-provoking program about dating, respect and intimacy.
5:30–6:45 p.m.	Dinner (Smith and Swartz residents in the College of Arts & Sciences and Freeman College of Management) Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
5:30–6:45 p.m.	College of Engineering Garman Guides Dinner (Swartz and Smith residents) Dana Engineering Lobby
6:45–8 p.m.	Dinner (McDonnell and Vedder residents in the College of Arts & Sciences and Freeman College of Management) Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
6:45–8 p.m.	College of Engineering Garman Guides Dinner (McDonnell and Vedder residents) Dana Engineering Lobby
7–8 p.m.	Can I Kiss You (Smith and Swartz residents) Weis Center Concert Hall This live show is a fun and revolutionary approach to understanding sexual and intimate boundaries. The founder of The Center for Respect and author of Can I Kiss You?, Mike Domitrz will lead a thought-provoking program about dating, respect and intimacy.
8–9 p.m.	Breakout Discussions Various Locations (OAs will direct) Students will meet with their OAs, RA, JF and hallmates to participate in a group conversation about the Can I Kiss You? presentation and learn more about related campus and community resources.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Late-night Breakfast and Bingo Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you. Stop by Bostwick to play bingo, win prizes and enjoy a delicious late-night breakfast cooked by your OAs!
10 p.m.–midnight	VIP Night at Barnes & Noble Barnes & Noble at Bucknell University Bookstore, 400 Market St. (shuttles available at Freas Hall) The bookstore will open to offer an exclusive shopping night for new students. Stop by and enjoy refreshments, prizes and games. Bookstore staff will individually assist you in finding your textbooks, or you can pick up pre-ordered books. You'll also learn about the benefits of rental textbooks, digital books, charging to your B-bill, and refund and exchange policies.

7–9 a.m.	Breakfast Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
8:30–10 a.m.	College of Arts & Sciences and College of Engineering Merit Scholars Reception Great Room, Hildreth-Mirza Hall Incoming Merit Scholars from the College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Engineering will learn about the logistics of the program and meet their mentor.
8:30–10:30 a.m.	Individual Advising and Course Schedule Changes Faculty Offices and Registrar's Office Students can use this time to meet with their faculty adviser(s) individually and discuss changes to their course schedule. The Registrar's Office, located in Marts Hall, will be open to make approved changes. If you don't know who your adviser is, check your Academic Progress Report in Banner Self-service.
9–10 a.m.	Learn About Chinese Language and Cultural Courses Vaughn Literature 101 Interested in learning more about opportunities to explore Chinese language and culture while at Bucknell? Stop by to talk with professors about the many paths open to you through the East Asian Studies department.
9:30–10:30 a.m.	Learn About French, German, Italian and Russian languages and cultures! International Commons, Coleman Hall Bonjour! Guten Tag! Buongiorno! Здравствуйте! Join us to find out about the French, German, Italian and Russian Studies Programs at Bucknell — our courses, our students, our professors, our Bucknell French, German, Italian, and Russian Clubs, our study abroad programs, internship and scholarship opportunities.
9–10:30 a.m.	Countdown to Calculus Drop-in Session Science Quad (rain location: Olin Science 451 & 475) Are you taking MATH 192 or Math 201 this fall and still working on the Countdown to Calculus course? Do you like ice cream treats? Come "chill" with us! This casual, drop-in session is a chance to talk with students and faculty about math and about what to expect in calculus. Feel free to bring a device and stay to work on Countdown to Calculus. (Vegan and allergy-conscious options will be available)
9–10:30 a.m.	EIE Drop-Ins Bucknell has a number of programs and spaces to support and celebrate various identities. Many of these spaces are organized under Equity and Inclusive Excellence. Please feel free to stop by the spaces listed below to meet the staff and some current students working with these offices. All are welcome to stop by for snacks and to learn about our campus communities. Elaine Langone Center 045 Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR)* International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Multicultural Student Services (MSS) Religious & Spiritual Life (RSL) Women’s Resource Center (WRC) OAR will have dedicated space if private check-ins are needed. Elaine Langone Center 302* LGBTQ Resources
10 a.m.	Library Unbound Bertrand Library At this casual, drop-in event, you'll enjoy a snack, enter to win some fabulous prizes and learn how library and technology resources, services, spaces and staff can help you succeed academically. The library is the academic center of campus; make it your home away from home!
11 a.m.	Academic Experience Panel Weis Center Concert Hall
Noon–2 p.m.	Lunch & Class of 2029 Photo Christy Mathewson Memorial Stadium
1-1:50 p.m.	Mindfulness Meditation Session Rooke Meditation Chapel
1–2 p.m.	Muslim Community Prayer and Lunch Muslim Community Space, Davis Hall, South Campus Apartments Get a taste of Campus Muslim Life by joining for weekly congregational worship in the Muslim Community Space. Taking place every Friday (known as the Day of Assembly in Arabic), this service features a two-part sermon known as the khutbah, with a pause between the two parts of the sermon to allow for a time of personal prayer, or du'a. Lunch will be served after the service and all students are welcome.
1-2 p.m.	Orthodox Christian Community Lunch Elaine Langone Center 241 A time for fellowship with Orthodox Christian community members, all welcome.
2–3 p.m.	Farm Tours and Ice Cream (McDonnell and Vedder residents) Bucknell Farm Meet the summer farm students; see the beautiful vegetable fields, labyrinth and fire pit; and learn how you can get involved with the Bucknell Farm and Lewisburg Community Garden.
2–4 p.m.	Diversity & Allyship (Smith and Swartz residents) Weis Center Concert Hall What is diversity? Why is social justice important? How can we create a stronger, more connected community at Bucknell? Eboné Bell, a dynamic speaker, community leader and facilitator, will help students consider these questions and more. This session will explore race, gender, class, sexuality, religion and ability in an interactive format that empowers students to think about their own identity and how they can show up as an ally. After the presentation, you will participate in a group conversation with OAs, RAs and JFs about how diversity and allyship will be part of your Bucknell experience.
3:45–5:45 p.m.	Diversity & Allyship (McDonnell and Vedder residents) Weis Center Concert Hall How can we create a stronger, more connected community at Bucknell? This session will explore inclusion and belonging in an interactive format that empowers students to think about their own identity and how they can show up as an ally. After the presentation, you will participate in a group conversation with OAs, RAs and JFs.
4–5 p.m.	Farm Tours and Ice Cream (Smith and Swartz residents) Bucknell Farm Meet the summer farm students; see the beautiful vegetable fields, labyrinth and fire pit; and learn how you can get involved with the Bucknell Farm and Lewisburg Community Garden.
6–7 p.m.	Jewish Life Open House Berelson Center for Jewish Life, 632 St. George St. Meet the students and staff of Hillel and tour the Berelson Center for Jewish Life.
6–7 p.m.	Catholic Campus Ministry Drop-in and House Tour Newman House, 610 St. George St. Come learn about Catholic Campus ministry and enjoy one another's company. We will have a short prayer to start the school year.
7 p.m.	Dinner in the Grove The Grove Enjoy a delicious meal in one of the most beautiful places on campus. (Rain location: Sojka Pavilion)
8–9 p.m.	Game Show Larison Dining In this fun-filled event designed to orient students to Bucknell, each first-year hall will select a candidate to represent them in the ultimate Bucknell-themed game show! Contestants will participate in various competitions, such as minute-to-win-it games, trivia and more to win prizes and other excitement.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Street Festival Walker Street Join your classmates in kicking off the year with food, music, activities and dancing!
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Bertrand Board Game Night Bertrand Library Stop by the library for a night of gaming, snacks and conversation!

8:30–10 a.m.	Breakfast Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
10:15–11:45 a.m.	Hall Olympics Intramural Fields Compete for the glory of your residence hall in this Bucknell twist on the Olympics! Represent your hall in activities such as field day events, karaoke, dodgeball and more.
Noon–1:30 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
Noon–12:30 p.m.	First-year Student-Athlete Meeting Forum, Second Floor, Elaine Langone Center First-year student-athletes will be welcomed as incoming members of the Bison Athletics family and introduced to important information and resources. Join us to meet your fellow first-year student-athletes and learn important tips to start off a successful semester. This program is required for all first-year varsity student-athletes.
1-3 p.m.	Welcome to the Neighborhood Downtown Lewisburg The Lewisburg Downtown Partnership invites you to explore Lewisburg. Downtown retailers will welcome each new student with a small gift, special sales and coupons. Restaurants will offer an opportunity to sample the tastes of Lewisburg.
3 p.m.	Multicultural Student Ice Cream Social Rooke Science Pavilion, outside Rooke Science Center All students are invited to take a mid-afternoon break and cool off with frozen treats while getting to know your classmates and student leaders.
5:30–6:45 p.m.	Dinner (McDonnell and Vedder residents) Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
5:30–6:45 p.m.	Maximize your Buzz (Swartz and Smith residents) Weis Center Concert Hall Swartz and Smith residents will participate in a critical conversation about alcohol and drug use with an emphasis on how to stay safe on campus and make informed decisions in social environments. You’ll learn how to make values-based choices about alcohol, the importance of taking care of friends who’ve overindulged, and some practical tips to make healthier choices.
7–8:15 p.m.	Dinner (Swartz and Smith residents) Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
7:15–8:30 p.m.	Maximize your Buzz (McDonnell and Vedder residents) Weis Center Concert Hall McDonnell and Vedder residents will participate in a critical conversation about alcohol and drug use with an emphasis on how to stay safe on campus and make informed decisions in social environments. You’ll learn how to make values-based choices about alcohol, the importance of taking care of friends who’ve overindulged, and some practical tips to make healthier choices.
8:30 p.m.	'ray for the Orange and the Blue Sojka Pavilion Head to Sojka Pavilion, where you can paint yourself orange and blue and take a photo with Bucknell’s athletics mascot, Bucky. Learn about Bucknell pride and spirit through this University tradition. You will learn the alma mater and the University fight song, " 'ray Bucknell," and play trivia while getting to know Bucknell student-athletes.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Freez on Freas Between Freas Hall and the uphill entrance to the Elaine Langone Center Refuel with late-night treats including ice cream from the Freez Truck, pizza and donuts. Race against your friends on an inflatable obstacle course, eat s’mores and relax by the chimineas, listen to music or play lawn games.
9:30 p.m.–1 a.m.	Midnight Shopping at Walmart Shuttles leave from Freas Hall Catch the shuttle and get all of your shopping done at Walmart.

9 a.m.–noon	Brunch Bostwick Marketplace, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
9:30 a.m.	Divine Liturgy Meet at 7th Street Cafe and travel together to Church
9:30–10:30 a.m.	Rooke Chapel Gospel Choir with Rev. Angela Jones - Gospel Music Fellow Rooke Chapel Come sing with the Rooke Chapel Vocal Ensemble. All are welcome, regardless of religious background or experience level. Rehearse, sing and lead music during worship in Rooke Chapel (11 a.m.–noon). Breakfast provided. For those interested, auditions for the weekly (paid) ensemble can be arranged following the rehearsal.
9:30 a.m.–noon	Open Paddle Bucknell Landing Join us anytime between 9:30 a.m.–noon to enjoy some time on the Susquehanna River! We'll be at the Bucknell Boat Launch. Drop by to kayak, paddle board, float in an inflatable tube, or just hangout by the water to cool off. Outdoor Education and Leadership staff will be present to help with equipment, and then you'll be free to take to the water. Wear comfortable clothes, and shoes and clothes that can get wet! Shoes are required. Gear is provided and no experience is necessary. This is a casual event, and gear is available first come first serve. Please sign-up here. Participants must also sign the OEL Waiver.
10:30 a.m.	Lewisburg Friends Meeting for Worship (Quaker) Fellowship House, 628 St George Street
10:30 a.m.–noon	Jewish Life Bagel Brunch Berelson Center for Jewish Life, 632 St. George St. Enjoy bagels, coffee and conversation with new and returning students at our first bagel brunch of the year. Bagel brunch is held every other week during the school year and is open to all students. Gluten-free options are always available.
11 a.m.–noon	Rooke Chapel Worship (Ecumenical Christian) featuring Rev. Angela Jones and the Gospel Choir Rooke Chapel Please join the University chaplain for an ecumenical celebration of Christian worship. The Rooke Chapel congregation is an open, welcoming, intergenerational faith community and a great place for spiritual growth and fellowship outside the classroom. Everyone is welcome. Food and fellowship will follow worship.
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
11:45 a.m.	All Student-Athlete Welcome Back Event Graham Field at Holmes Stadium All student-athletes are invited to join Athletics on Graham Field for a welcome back event to celebrate the start of the year.
12:30–2:30 p.m.	Meet the Teams and Women's Soccer v. FDU Graham Field & Emmitt Field at Holmes Stadium Come meet student-athletes from our 27 varsity sports and get to know more about them, their team & athletics at Bucknell and then cheer on the women's soccer team to victory in their game against FDU!
1 p.m.	Access & Success Ice Cream Social Taylor Hall Welcome Bauer, Gateway, Langone, Langone-Walling and Posse Scholars! Please join us for an afternoon ice cream social to welcome you to Bucknell as part of Bucknell's access scholarship programs. Use this opportunity to meet fellow scholars and the Center for Access & Success team along with members of the campus community.
1–2 p.m.	Theatre & Dance Open House Harvey Powers Theatre, Coleman Hall Join the Theatre & Dance faculty and students and hear about the opportunities available for the coming year. Topics that will be discussed include the artistic season, auditions for shows (including the first-year student show), backstage opportunities and criteria for becoming a major or minor. For more information, email Theatre & Dance Academic Assistant Katie Hanes at kjh021@bucknell.edu or call at 570-577-1235.
2–4 p.m.	Activities Unlimited Bucknell West Athletic Fields Explore more than 150 student clubs and organizations while enjoying delicious desserts from local food trucks with your classmates.
4–5 p.m.	Catholic Mass Rooke Chapel All are welcome to attend the first Mass of the academic year. Afterward, there will be a reception on the Rooke Chapel patio.
4:30–6:30 p.m.	Dinner Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Bostwick Social House is open during regular hours. Eat at your convenience before gathering with your hall and OAs for Convocation. Make sure you have your student ID card with you.
7:30–9 p.m.	Convocation and Candlelighting Weis Center Concert Hall and Malesardi Quadrangle Convocation officially opens the academic year at Bucknell. After Convocation, you will process to Malesardi Quadrangle for the traditional candlelighting ceremony.

Transfer Student Orientation Schedule

11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Resource Fair Ground Floor, Elaine Langone Center Representatives from a variety of campus offices and community organizations will be available to answer your questions.
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Marketplace, Walls Lounge and Center Room, Elaine Langone Center New students, their families and friends are invited to lunch as guests of the University (no charge).
11 a.m.–noon	First in the Family Reception Arches Lounge, Third Floor, Elaine Langone Center Open to all students and families, this reception will showcase campus resources and networks available to support first-generation students and families. First in the Family participants and first-generation students and families are encouraged to attend. Enjoy light refreshments, build your network of Bucknell families, faculty and staff, and receive a personal welcome from President John Bravman and other University representatives.
12:30–1:30 p.m.	Multicultural Welcome Reception for Students and Families Terrace Room, Elaine Langone Center Join members of the Orientation team, Multicultural Student Services, the Black Alumni Association, Student Affairs, student leaders and faculty and staff of color for a campus welcome while enjoying light refreshments. Open to all students and families. RSVPs encouraged.
2–5 p.m.	Arrival and Check-in Housing Services, Vedder Hall Pick up your room key and student ID before getting settled into your room.
6:15 p.m.	Welcome Dinner Walls Lounge, Second Floor, Elaine Langone Center University staff will kick-off this event with an official welcome for all new transfer students. Students will also meet the Transfer Orientation Assistants, get to know other new members of the Class of 2027 and Class of 2028 and learn what awaits during the rest of Transfer Student Orientation.
7:30–8:45 p.m.	I Am Bucknell Weis Center Concert Hall New students will gather together and receive a warm welcome into the Bucknell community. The event will conclude with a procession to the Rooke Chapel Lawn and through the Christy Mathewson Gates — a Bucknell tradition!

9 a.m.	Breakfast with the Academic Deans and Success Coaches Walls Lounge, Second Floor, Elaine Langone Center Transfer students in the College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Engineering will meet with their academic deans and college success coaches to discuss academic expectations and receive updates on meetings with advisers.
9–10 a.m.	Freeman College of Management Breakfast Holmes Hall Lobby Transfer students in the Freeman College of Management will join the Freeman Fellows and Class of 2029 for a welcome breakfast. This provides an opportunity for new transfer and first-year Freeman College of Management students to meet and mingle with classmates, faculty and staff.
10:30–11:15 a.m.	An Introduction to Library & Information Technology Library Lab, Bertrand Library Learn about the library as well as student technology systems and resources, including myBucknell, the Tech Desk, Follow-Me printing and more.
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.	Campus Tours Your Orientation Assistants will take you on a tour of Bucknell's campus, highlighting important offices, favorite study spots and more.
12:15–1:30 p.m.	Lunch & Snap Talks Walls Lounge, Second Floor, Elaine Langone Center Staff from a variety of campus offices will introduce their office and associated resources and services over lunch.
1:30–2 p.m.	College of Arts & Sciences Group Adviser Meetings Various locations — see the Bucknell app for details Transfer students in the College of Arts & Sciences should attend group advising meetings for their academic department.
2–4 p.m.	Individual Advising and Writing Center Meetings Each transfer student should have received information about their assigned adviser and a scheduled time and location for a first meeting. Students will also meet with a Writing Center consultant. If you have questions about the location or timing of your meeting, your OAs can assist you.
4–6 p.m.	Free Time
6 p.m.	Dinner Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
7–8:45 p.m.	Can I Kiss You? Weis Center Concert Hall This live show is a fun and revolutionary approach to understanding sexual and intimate boundaries. The founder of The Center for Respect and author of Can I Kiss You?, Mike Domitrz, will lead a thought-provoking program about dating, respect and intimacy.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Late-night Breakfast and Bingo Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you. Stop by Bostwick to play bingo, win prizes and enjoy a delicious late-night breakfast cooked by your OAs!
10 p.m.–midnight	VIP Night at Barnes & Noble Barnes & Noble at Bucknell University Bookstore, 400 Market St. (shuttles available at Freas Hall) The bookstore will open to offer an exclusive shopping night for new students. Stop by and enjoy refreshments, prizes and games. Bookstore staff will individually assist you in finding your textbooks, or you can pick up pre-ordered books. You'll also learn about the benefits of rental textbooks, digital books, charging to your B-bill, and refund and exchange policies.

9–10 a.m.	Breakfast Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
9–10:30 a.m.	EIE Drop-Ins Bucknell has a number of programs and spaces to support and celebrate various identities. Many of these spaces are organized under Equity and Inclusive Excellence. Please feel free to stop by the spaces listed below to meet the staff and some current students working with these offices. All are welcome to stop by for snacks and to learn about our campus communities. Elaine Langone Center 045 Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR)* International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Multicultural Student Services (MSS) Religious & Spiritual Life (RSL) Women’s Resource Center (WRC) OAR will have dedicated space if private check-ins are needed. Elaine Langone Center 302* LGBTQ Resources
10 a.m.	Library Unbound Bertrand Library At this casual, drop-in event, you can enjoy a snack, enter to win prizes and learn how library and information technology resources, services, spaces and staff can help you succeed academically. The library is the academic center of campus; make it your home away from home!
11 a.m.	Academic Experience Panel Weis Center Concert Hall
12:15 p.m.	Breakout Sessions Coleman Hall 118, 119 and 120 Choose from a variety of breakout sessions hosted by campus offices. These sessions will introduce you to campus resources and services, get you thinking about your journey after Bucknell and help you make the most of your time on campus.
1 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
2 p.m.	Diversity & Allyship Weis Center Concert Hall How can we create a stronger, more connected community at Bucknell? This session will explore inclusion and belonging in an interactive format that empowers students to think about their own identity and how they can show up as an ally. After the presentation, you will participate in a group conversation with OAs.
5:15–6:45 p.m.	Interpersonal Violence Prevention Workshop Gallery Theatre, Third Floor, Elaine Langone Center
7 p.m.	Dinner in the Grove The Grove (rain location: Sojka Pavilion) Enjoy a delicious meal in one of the most beautiful places on campus.
8:15 p.m.	Student Social & Bucknell Community College Scholars Program Reunion Axis Lounge, Taylor Hall 113 An informal get-together to relax and connect.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Street Festival Walker Street Join your classmates in kicking off the year with food, music, activities and dancing.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Bertrand Board Game Night Bertrand Library Stop by the library for a night of gaming, snacks and conversation.

9-10 a.m.	Breakfast On Your Own Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
10 a.m.	Free Time
Noon–1 p.m.	Lunch with Transfer Student Association Leaders Axis Lounge, Taylor Hall 113 Enjoy a casual lunch with current student leaders from BUSTA – the transfer student organization – who also transferred to Bucknell.
1-3 p.m.	Welcome to the Neighborhood Downtown Lewisburg The Lewisburg Downtown Partnership invites you to explore Lewisburg. Downtown retailers will welcome each new student with small gifts, special sales and coupons. Restaurants will offer an opportunity to sample the tastes of Lewisburg.
3–4 p.m.	Multicultural Student Ice Cream Social Rooke Science Pavilion, outside Rooke Science Center All students are invited to take a mid-afternoon break and cool off with frozen treats while getting to know your classmates and student leaders.
3–5:30 p.m.	Free Time
5:30–6:45 p.m.	Maximize Your Buzz Weis Center Concert Hall Students will participate in a critical conversation about alcohol and drug use with an emphasis on how to stay safe on campus and make informed decisions in social environments. You'll learn how to make values-based choices about alcohol, the importance of taking care of friends who’ve overindulged, and some practical tips to make healthier choices.
7 p.m.	Dinner Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
8:30 p.m.	'ray for the Orange and the Blue Sojka Pavilion Head to Sojka Pavilion, where you can paint yourself orange and blue and take a photo with Bucknell’s athletics mascot, Bucky. Learn about Bucknell pride and spirit through this University tradition. You will learn the alma mater and the University fight song, " 'ray Bucknell," and play trivia while getting to know Bucknell's student-athletes.
9:30–11:30 p.m.	Freez on Freas Freas Lawn, outside Freas Hall Refuel with late-night treats including ice cream from the Freez Truck, pizza and donuts while you relax by the chimineas, listen to music and play lawn games.
9:30 p.m.–1 a.m.	Midnight shopping at Walmart Shuttles leave from Freas Hall Catch the shuttle and get all of your shopping done at Walmart.

8 a.m.–noon	Brunch Bostwick Marketplace, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
9:30–10:30 a.m.	Rooke Chapel Gospel Choir with Rev. Angela Jones — Gospel Music Fellow Rooke Chapel Come sing with the Rooke Chapel Vocal Ensemble. All are welcome, regardless of religious background or experience level. Rehearse, sing and lead music during worship in Rooke Chapel (11 a.m.–noon). Breakfast provided. For those interested, auditions for the weekly (paid) ensemble can be arranged following the rehearsal.
9:30 a.m.	Divine Liturgy Meet at Seventh Street Cafe at that time and travel together to Church
9:30 a.m.–noon	Open Paddle Bucknell Landing Join us anytime between 9:30 a.m.–noon to enjoy some time on the Susquehanna River! We'll be at the Bucknell Boat Launch. Drop by to kayak, paddle board, float in an inflatable tube, or just hangout by the water to cool off. Outdoor Education and Leadership staff will be present to help with equipment, and then you'll be free to take to the water. Wear comfortable clothes, and shoes and clothes that can get wet! Shoes are required. Gear is provided and no experience is necessary. This is a casual event, and gear is available first come first serve. Please sign-up here. Participants must also sign the OEL Waiver.
10 a.m.–noon	Jewish Life Bagel Brunch Berelson Center for Jewish Life, 632 St. George St. Enjoy bagels, coffee and conversation with new and returning students at our first bagel brunch of the year. Bagel brunch is held every other week during the school year and is open to all students. Gluten-free options are always available.
10:30 a.m.	Lewisburg Friends Meeting for Worship (Quaker) Fellowship House, 628 St George Street
11 a.m.–noon	Rooke Chapel Worship (Ecumenical Christian) featuring Rev. Angela Jones and the Gospel Choir Rooke Chapel Please join the University chaplain for an ecumenical celebration of Christian worship. The Rooke Chapel congregation is an open, welcoming, intergenerational faith community and a great place for spiritual growth and fellowship outside the classroom. Everyone is welcome. Food and fellowship will follow worship.
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Make sure to have your student ID with you.
11:45 a.m.	All Student-Athlete Welcome Back Event Graham Field at Holmes Stadium All student-athletes are invited to join Athletics on Graham Field for a welcome back event to celebrate the start of the year.
12:30–2:30 p.m.	Meet the Teams and Women’s Soccer v. FDU Graham Field & Emmitt Field at Holmes Stadium Come meet student-athletes from our 27 varsity sports and get to know more about them, their team & athletics at Bucknell and then cheer on the women's soccer team to victory in their game against FDU!
1 p.m.	Access & Success Ice Cream Social Taylor Hall Welcome Bauer, Gateway, Langone, Langone-Walling and Posse Scholars! Please join us for an afternoon ice cream social to welcome you to Bucknell as part of Bucknell's access scholarship programs. Use this opportunity to meet fellow scholars and the Center for Access & Success team along with members of the campus community.
1–2 p.m.	Theatre & Dance Open House Harvey M. Powers Theatre, Coleman Hall Join the Theatre & Dance faculty and students and hear about the opportunities available for the coming year. Topics that will be discussed include the artistic season, auditions for shows, backstage opportunities and criteria for becoming a major or minor. For more information, email Theatre & Dance Academic Assistant Katie Hanes at kjh021@bucknell.edu or call 570-577-1235.
2–4 p.m.	Activities Unlimited Intramural Field 3 Explore more than 150 student clubs and organizations while enjoying delicious desserts from local food trucks with your classmates.
4–5 p.m.	Catholic Mass Rooke Chapel All are welcome to attend the first Mass of the academic year. Afterward, there will be a reception on the Rooke Chapel patio.
4:30–6:30 p.m.	Dinner Bostwick Social House, Elaine Langone Center Bostwick Social House is open during regular hours. Eat at your convenience before gathering with your hall and OAs for Convocation. Make sure you have your student ID with you.
7:30–9 p.m.	Convocation and Candlelighting Weis Center Concert Hall and Malesardi Quadrangle Convocation officially opens the academic year at Bucknell. After convocation, you will process to Malesardi Quadrangle for the traditional candlelighting ceremony.

Parent and Family Orientation Schedule

8 a.m.–noon	Arrival and Check-in Residence Halls Our Orientation Assistants (OAs) will meet you at your student's residence hall to help you unpack the car and carry your belongings inside.
11 a.m.–noon	First in the Family Reception Arches Lounge, Third Floor, Elaine Langone Center Open to all students and families, this reception will showcase campus resources and networks available to support first-generation students and families. First in the Family participants and first-generation students and families are encouraged to attend. Enjoy light refreshments, build your network of Bucknell families, faculty and staff, and receive a personal welcome from President John Bravman and other University representatives.
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Lunch Bostwick Social House, Walls Lounge and Center Room, Elaine Langone Center New students, their families and friends are invited to lunch as guests of the University (no charge).
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	Resource Fair Ground Floor, Elaine Langone Center Representatives from a variety of campus offices and community organizations will be available to answer your questions. Meet with staff from Bison Kitchen, Bucknell Student Health, Business Services, Campus Activities & Programs, the Center for Career Advancement, Financial Aid, GenFirst!, Global & Off-campus Education, Recreation Services, the Writing Center and more.
12:30–1:30 p.m.	Multicultural Welcome Reception for Students and Families Terrace Room, Elaine Langone Center Join members of the Orientation team, Multicultural Student Services, the Black Alumni Association, Student Affairs, student leaders and faculty and staff of color for a campus welcome while enjoying light refreshments. Open to all students and families. RSVPs encouraged.
1:30 p.m.	University Welcome for Parents and Families Weis Center Concert Hall President John C. Bravman, Provost Wendy Sternberg and Vice President & Fritz Family Dean of Students Moe McGuinness will welcome and advise family members about the first-year experience at Bucknell.
2:15 p.m.	College Welcome Events for Parents and Families Parents and families will be welcomed by the deans from each of Bucknell's colleges, who will share information about academic expectations as well as resources and support available to students. College of Arts & Sciences Weis Center Concert Hall College of Engineering Trout Auditorium, Vaughan Literature Building Freeman College of Management Forum, Elaine Langone Center
3:15 p.m.	Parent and Family Breakout Sessions Parents and families are invited to choose from a variety of breakout sessions. Sessions are designed to help you learn more about life at Bucknell and will offer tips for supporting your student through their transition to college. (Families with questions about financial aid, billing or accounts may meet individually with the offices of Financial Aid, 621 St. George Street; and Bursar Services, 108 Marts Hall). Belonging & Connections Gallery Theatre, Elaine Langone Center, Third Floor Learn about the ways your student can get involved in life outside the classroom through student clubs and organizations, club sports, intramurals, affinity spaces, community engaged leadership and more. Dining at Bucknell Bostwick Marketplace Meet with staff from Bison Kitchen, Bucknell’s dining vendor to learn all about your student’s dining experience on campus. The team will answer questions about Dining Dollars, Plus Dollars, allergen-friendly options and more. Experiential Learning Rooke Chemistry 116 Meet with staff from the Center for Career Advancement, Global & Off-Campus Education and Undergraduate Research and Fellowships to learn about the many opportunities Bucknell students have to learn and thrive through experiential learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Living on a Residential Campus Gardner Lecture Hall, Dana Engineering 113 Learn how Bucknell builds residential communities, fosters belonging for our students and get answers to all of your housing-related questions. Parent to Parent Hislop Family Auditorium, Holmes Hall Join a group of Bucknell parents to hear about their family experiences. We'll cover topics such as student life, study abroad, campus resources and tips for making the next four years the best they can be for your student and your family. Student Health and Well-Being Olin Science 268 This session introduces families to the staff of the Counseling & Student Development Center, Bucknell Student Health and Bucknell Nutrition. They will provide information about available services and help families prepare for the myriad ways the transition to college can impact their students.
4:15 p.m.	Words of Encouragement & Refreshments Larison Dining, Larison Hall Families are invited to mix and mingle and to write their students a note of encouragement that will be delivered to them at the beginning of the semester.
5–6 p.m.	Family and Friends Depart
6–7:30 p.m.	Move-In Day Family Reception Off-Campus – Fero Winery, Lewisburg, PA Celebrate getting your student moved into campus housing by meeting other parents and campus representatives for drinks and appetizers at Fero Vineyards & Winery! Your student will be busy at orientation so take this moment to unwind and mingle with other first-year families. This casual event will include an appetizer buffet and beer and wine selections. This is the perfect opportunity to meet and socialize with other parents, faculty and staff. Please register here by Wednesday, Aug. 20.

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