New Student Orientation Schedule

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

Office of Student Experience

Spring 2025 Orientation Schedule* Friday, January 17, 2025 through Sunday, January 19, 2025

IMPORTANT NOTES: ● Student Orientation: Friday, January 17 - Sunday, January 19, 2025

● Parent & Family Orientation: Friday, January 17 - Saturday, January 18, 2025 ● All meals for students are provided throughout the duration of Orientation ● Students are REQUIRED to attend all student sessions as listed in the Orientation schedule

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Pre-Orientation Webinar Location: Livestream https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84834473300 Join us for a pre-Orientation webinar! During this time, we’ll discuss the steps to complete prior to your arrival, the check-in process, and go through the Orientation schedule.

Friday, January 17, 2025

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Incoming Student Check-In & Move-in Location: Student Center | 118 E. Main Street, Leesburg, FL 34748 Welcome to Beacon! During check-in, you’ll receive your housing key and complete the clearance process; faculty, staff, and student leaders will be on hand to answer questions. Once your check-in has been completed and you’ve taken a picture for your student ID, spend the day moving into your new home and setting up your room! Parking is available across the street from the Student Center, accessed via Magnolia Street.

*Please note: Schedule is subject to change as details are confirmed.

SPRING 2025

2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Move-in / Campus Tour Location: Meet at RAP/PAR Courtyard for optional tour Use this time to get moved into your new space, shop for supplies, or get to better know your new community! If you’d like to participate in a campus tour, meet at the RAP/PAR Courtyard at 2:00 p.m. Meet Hanah Diebold, Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Community Standards, as she introduces you to your Orientation Group and shares an overview of the Orientation schedule. Building Independence: Essential Life Skills for College Success Location: Student Center This workshop will help students explore how self-management and practical skills support personal and academic success, focusing on time management, personal health, and goal-setting to build resilience and adaptability. Student Social – Welcome to Beacon Location: Beacon Oasis Join us for fun & games as we welcome you to Beacon College! Lighting the Flame and Late-Night S’mores Location: Beacon Oasis As you become members of the Beacon Community, join us for this new student tradition. Enjoy a late-night chat by the fire pit, complete with s’mores! Introduction to Orientation Location: Palace Theater

3:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m

4:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 28, 2025

8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Breakfast Location: Dining Commons Come to the Dining Commons for breakfast anytime during these hours!

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9:30 a.m.

Orientation Group Meeting Location: Dining Commons

Following breakfast, all students will meet their OLs and Orientation Groups at the Dining Commons to attend their first Orientation session of the day. Accuplacer: Reading & Writing Assessment Location: PC Labs Your Orientation Leader will have more information about the room and location where you will be expected during this time.

9:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Student Orientation Rotation #1

Throughout Orientation, students will rotate through sessions with their Orientation Group and their Orientation Leader. During these rotations, students will hear from a variety of offices and support resources that will help the students transition to life at Beacon College.

12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Goodbye BBQ Location: Dining Commons

Please join Orientation Leaders, students, and families for a special lunch. Take time for final farewells, pictures, and hugs before families depart campus.

1:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Student Orientation Rotation #2

2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Student Orientation Rotation #3

3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Meeting with Learning Specialists Learning Specialists offer individualized support unique to a student’s need and level (first-year, sophomore, junior/senior). During this time, students will be introduced to their Learning Specialist and learn more about the Learning Specialist’s role in their success at Beacon. Dinner Location: Dining Commons Come to the Dining Commons for dinner anytime during these hours!

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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SPRING 2025

7:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Student Evening Social — Bowling Location: AMF Leesburg Lanes (meet at Student Center)

Come bowling with us! We’re providing transportation, bowling games, shoe rental, and snacks for this fun event with fellow new students! Meet at the Student Center at 7:15 p.m. to board the Beacon shuttles for the evening social.

Sunday, January 19, 2025

8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

Breakfast Location: Dining Commons Come to the Dining Commons for breakfast anytime during these hours!

9:45 a.m.

Orientation Group Meeting Location: Dining Commons

Following breakfast, all students will meet their OLs and Orientation Groups at the Dining Commons to attend their first Orientation session of the day.

10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Campus Shuttle Tour

Location: Meet at Student Center Learn about personal safety and meet Campus Safety Officers with Jeff Baird, Director of Campus Safety.

10:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Student Conduct and Title IX Location: Palace Theater

Learn about student rights and responsibilities, as well as what Title IX means within the Beacon community with Hanah Diebold, Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Community Standards. Lunch Location: Dining Commons Come to the Dining Commons for lunch anytime during these hours!

12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

1:45 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Hall Meetings Location: Various locations around campus

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Learn about community living, housing policies, and meet other students living in your new community!

3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Classroom Tour Location: TBD

Bring your class schedule for a tour around campus with our Orientation Leaders! Break Time Use this time to rest and relax before joining our evening social! Student Evening Social – Karaoke Location: Student Center Dance, sing, and cheer on your friends at one of Beacon’s most popular events – Karaoke Night!

4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Monday, January 20, 2025 No class - in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Brunch Location: Dining Commons Come to the Dining Commons for breakfast anytime during these hours!

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MLK Walk

Location: Meet at the Student Center Join for an afternoon of reflection and expression. Students will meet at the Student Center before then walking to the Venetian Center to participate in the MLK Walk. Plan accordingly with weather appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. MLK Day of Service Location: Student Center - come and go event In the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.”

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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SPRING 2025

5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Welcome Back Luau & Block Party Location: Beacon Oasis

Dinner is served during the Welcome Back Luau at the new Beacon Oasis until 7:30 p.m.! Join new and returning students for dinner, music, games, and fun!

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