Welcome Week Events

Here are a few things that may be of interest to you. Below you'll find definitions of what some of the Welcome Week events are all about. Parents are welcome to attend events with an *.

Move-In (Wednesday/Thursday)*

A favorite part for many, Move-In is when the Welcome Week staff actually moves all of your belongings into your room for you! While we do the heavy lifting, you'll be able to meet your other floor mates as you all arrive together. Please come during your assigned time (see schedule)!

Students who will be living in Fountain Terrace or Heritage Hall should register here with an estimate of what time you will be arriving.

If you will be arriving via plane or from a train or bus depot and would like a ride to Bethel, please submit a transportation request form.

Picnic in Kresge (Thursday evening)*

Enjoy a complimentary outdoor picnic! Parents and siblings of new students are free; new students are covered under their meal plan. Dress is casual. Reservations are not required.

"Kickoff" (Thursday night)*

Consider this your official welcome to Bethel! Join us in Benson Great Hall for a welcome from the Welcome Week staff, President Brushaber, student leaders, and more! A great way to begin your time at Bethel.

Core Group (Thursday night)

You will be placed in a group of 15-20 other new students who will be walking through Welcome Week together and participating in a variety of events as a team. Each Core Group is led by one or two upper class students who will be a resource to you as you adjust to life at Bethel.

"Whodunit?" (Friday night)

A fun team-building event. Details to come!

Celebration and Commitment Service (Saturday morning)*

This service, led by the Campus Ministries team, is always a highlight for parents and students. Join us as we pray over you and dedicate your time at Bethel to the Lord.

"The Show" (Saturday night)

A long-standing Welcome Week tradition, "The Show" takes a humorous look at the Bethel community and includes a collection of skits, videos, and musical/dance numbers all designed to give you a fun insight into some of the inside jokes we share.

Day of Worship (Sunday)

On Sunday, each residence hall floor will have the opportunity to worship at a different Twin Cities church. You will attend a morning service, share a meal, and then participate in an afternoon service project.

Koinonia (Sunday night)

A Greek word meaning "communion" or "fellowship," Koinonia is a service designed to bring the entire Bethel community together to start the school year. As a body we will worship, be challenged by faculty and student speakers, and take communion in a celebration and dedication of the upcoming school year.

Bethel Community Celebration (Monday night)

At this point in the week, all of the upper class students have returned to campus. Come to Benson Great Hall as we kick off the school year as a community and have a lot of fun doing it!