PREP FOR LANDING

St. Scholastica

St. Scholastica is the foundress of the women's branch of Benedictine Monasticism and is the patron saint of nuns and education.

ROOTED IN TRADITION

HISTORY

Over 160 years ago, Father Henry Lemke, OSB, the first Benedictine monk to come to the area, arrived in the Kansas Territory. By 1858, more monks had arrived and soon St. Benedict’s College was educating the men of the American frontier. Opening a college on the Kansas-Missouri border just prior to the Civil War may have been difficult, but the monks were faithful, courageous, and strong…and they persevered.

In 1863, at the height of the Civil War, seven strong-willed women, the Benedictine sisters, arrived in Atchison by riverboat. With limited wealth, but an abundance of spiritual resources, they founded Mount St. Scholastica Academy for women, followed later by Mount St. Scholastica College.

These two institutions merged their individual colleges in 1971, creating co-educational Benedictine College. Today, Benedictine College recognizes the history, tradition, and faith of the founding Benedictine institutions.

MISSION

Heir to the 1500 years of Benedictine dedication to learning, Benedictine College’s mission as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, residential college is the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.

VISION

St. Benedict

St. Benedict of Nursia, twin brother to St. Scholastica, wrote one of the world's oldest active handbooks, the Rule of St. Benedict (RB), which provides an invaluable model for anyone desiring to live more simply and grow closer to Christ. St. Benedict is known as the Father of Western monasticism is the patron saint of Europe. Benedictine College's values are inspired by the Rule of St. Benedict (RB) written in 516 by St. Benedict.

JESUS CHRIST: We believe in the love of Jesus Christ and the faith revealed to, and handed down by, the Roman Catholic Church. To grow in a relationship with Jesus by using the gifts of faith and reason to see and do things the way God does. “The love of Christ must come before all else.” RB 4:21

COMMUNITY: We believe in service to the common good, respect for the individual, virtuous friendship, and the beatitudes. To demonstrate good will, humility, trust, accountability, justice, faithfulness, obedience, peace, and discipleship. “They should each try to be the first to show respect to the other.” RB 72:4

CONVERSION OF LIFE: We believe conversation, a commitment to personal conversion or growth, positively transforms life. To pursue continual selfimprovement, seeking the truth each day, joyfully beginning again and again, hoping in God. “Your way of acting should be different from the world’s way.” RB 4:20

LOVE OF LEARNING: We believe rigorous scholarship in the liberal arts, rooted in the monastic tradition, leads to the discovery of truth. To strive for wisdom lived in responsible awareness of oneself, family, society, nature, and God.“We intend to establish a school for the Lord’s service.” RB P:45

LISTENING: We believe seeking counsel and listening should lead to wise resolution and action. To engage all members of the community on important matters so leaders make good decisions. “Call the whole community together and explain what the business is; and after hearing the advice, ponder it and follow the wiser course.” RB 3:1-2

EXCELLENCE THROUGH VIRTUE: We believe that a daily discipline and practice of virtue leads to learning, freedom, and greatness. To personally strive for excellence in all things, practicing cardinal and theological virtues until they become habit. “That in all things God may be glorified.” RB 57:9

HOSPITALITY: We pledge to uphold the dignity of every human person from the beginning of life to its natural end. To be open to the multitude of persons in the human family, God’s greatest treasure and our greatest resource. “All guests who present themselves are to be welcomed as Christ.” RB 53:1

STABILITY: We believe in a commitment to one’s vocation in a daily rhythm of life following St. Benedict and St. Scholastica. To develop a balanced way of life and love for the people and place along with fidelity to its traditions. “Never swerving from his instructions, we share in the sufferings of Christ to also share in his kingdom.” RB P:50

STEWARDSHIP: We believe the Lord God made all things and called them good. To care for creation and the goods of this place, our time, talent, and treasure, as gifts from God. “Regard all utensils and goods as sacred vessels of the altar.” RB 31:10

PRAYER AND WORK: We believe our Ora et Labora cooperates in God’s plan to make all things new. To always be in conversation with God through prayer and value the dignity of all work and human activity. “We believe that the divine presence is everywhere… They live by the labor of their own hands.” RB 19:1-48:8

PREP FOR LANDING

Your Raven is about to begin college life. Help your son or daughter prepare for move-in day and beyond with these checklists, calendars, and tips.

For more details, encourage your student to visit www.benedictine.edu/newstudentchecklist to access the links needed to complete the checklist.

Communication Note

Your student email account, activated on June 1, is the primary method of communication between Benedictine and you. Please read all information to stay informed, even during the months class is not in session.

Admission

¨ Submit All Official Documents.*

Freshmen: final high school transcript(s) with month and year of graduation; final college transcripts; dual-credit, IB transcripts, and score reports from AP,

CLEP, ACT, SAT, and CLT

Transfers: final college transcripts; AP scores; and when applicable, test scores, and final high school transcripts ¨ Complete the Disability Form if you have a physical, psychological, attention, or learning disability that you wish to request accommodations for while in college. Documentation required. ¨ Need to change a class? Beginning freshmen may submit an online change-request form by August 1 or meet with an advisor during ROC Week.

Transfers may contact their assigned advisor.

Financial Aid

¨ Send proof of outside scholarships to the Office of

Financial Aid as soon as possible. These funds are applied directly to your student billing account upon receipt of the funds. ¨ Sign and submit your Financial Aid Offer Letter via your RavenZone account. ¨ Complete your Financial Aid checklist via RavenZone. ¨ If you intend to utilize federal student loans,

complete Entrance Loan Counseling and Master

Promissory Note for Federal Direct Loans after June 1. ¨ Apply for an Alternative/Private Loan if parents will not be utilizing the PLUS Loan.

Business Office

¨ Complete the Electronic Authorization Agreement when initially accessing TouchNet through your

RavenZone account. TouchNet is a provider of secure online student tuition billing, payments, and electronic refunds. ¨ After July 1, view your bill and account activity

through RavenZone.

¨ Enroll in a semester Installment Payment Plan after July 1; or pay your bill in full through your

RavenZone account by August 1. ¨ Set up Authorized Users. An authorized user can be a parent, grandparent, or anyone you give permission to see your account activity and who helps you understand your financial situation at

Benedictine College. ¨ Are you anticipating a refund from your student loans? Enroll in electronic Student Refunds (eRefund) through your RavenZone account, and have the credit balance direct-deposited to your bank account. If you prefer, a paper check refund will be mailed to the home address on your student account. ¨ Purchase Raven Bucks through RavenZone.

Miscellaneous

¨ All new students are required to complete health forms prior to arriving on campus. Health form information for New Student-Athletes and all other

New Students is available at Benedictine.edu/ student-life/health/policies.* • New Student-Athletes complete their athletespecific health forms online and bring immunization records to move-in. • All other New Students download and complete their health forms (including immunization records) and submit them via email to Janet Adrian (jadrian@benedictine.edu) or via mail to: Student Health Services, Janet Adrian, RN, BSN, 1020 N. 2nd Street, Atchison, KS 66002 ¨ Order Textbooks. Students may view their required textbooks after July 15 by logging into RavenZone. Click

“Virtual Bookstore” in the Quick Links. Students may opt to purchase books within the Virtual Bookstore or through another vendor. Some required books may not be available for purchase through other vendors. Be sure to use the required book’s ISBN # and edition when searching with alternate vendors. Textbooks are not available for purchase in the Raven Store. ¨ Order a parking pass online after August 1. ¨ Sign up for Raven Alerts.

Move-in Day #1 • Transfer student-athletes and returning student-athletes in Football,

Men's and Women’s Soccer, and Volleyball

Move-In Day #2 • Freshman Fall Athletes (Football, Men's & Women's Soccer, Volleyball,

Cheer, Dance, Cross Country, Band) and Honors Program • Returning Fall Athletes in Cheer, Dance, Cross Country, and Band

Move-In Day #3 • All other new students: Freshmen and Transfers

Move-In Day #4 • All Returning Students

ROC (Raven Orientation Camp) Week

Fall Semester Begins

Opening All-School Mass & Convocation

Labor Day

Oktoberfest

Family Weekend

Midterms (1st Quarter Classes End)

Fall Break

Homecoming Week

All Saints' Day, All-School Mass Tuesday, August 10

Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - Noon

Saturday, August 14

Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - Noon Family Send-Off Mass: 4 p.m.

Saturday, August 21

Arrival and check in: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Family Send-Off Mass: 4 p.m.

Sunday, August 22

Arrival and check in: Noon - 2 p.m.

Saturday - Tuesday, August 21-24

Wednesday, August 25

Tuesday, August 31

Monday, September 6

Classes in session

Friday, September 24

Friday - Sunday, October 1-3

Tuesday, October 12

Thursday - Sunday, October 14-17

Monday - Saturday, October 18-23

Monday, November 1

Thanksgiving Break

Last Day of Fall Semester Classes

Study Day

Final Exams Wednesday - Sunday, November 24-28

No classes, Residence Halls close November 24 at 10 a.m. Residence Halls open November 28 at Noon

Tuesday, December 7

Wednesday, December 8

Thursday & Friday, December 9–10 Monday & Tuesday, December 13–14

Christmas Break Wednesday, December 15 - Sunday, January 9

No classes, Residence Halls close December 15 at 10 a.m.

New Students Arrive and Check-in • Includes non-athlete transfers New Students Arrive and Check-in

Spring Semester Begins Spring Semester Begins

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sunday, January 10 Sunday, January 9

Arrival and check in: Noon - 3 p.m. Arrival and check in: Noon - 3 p.m.

Wednesday, January 13 Wednesday, January 12

Monday, January 18 Monday, January 17

Classes in session Classes in session

Feast of St. Scholastica All-School Mass March for Life Monday, February 10, 10 a.m. Friday, January 21

Mother-Son/Father-Daughter Banquet and Dance Mother-Son/Father-Daughter Banquet and Dance Saturday, February 13 Saturday, February 12

Ash Wednesday All-School Mass Annual Scholarship Ball 50th Annual Scholarship Ball Midterm/1st Quarter Classes End Midterm/1st Quarter Classes End Ash Wednesday All-School Mass Wednesday, February 17, 3 p.m. Saturday, February 26 Saturday, February 27 Tuesday, March 1 Tuesday, March 2 Wednesday, March 2

Spring Break

Spring Break

Saturday - Sunday, March 6 - 14

March 6: Residence halls close at 10 a.m. Saturday - Sunday, March 5 - 13 March 14: Residence halls open at Noon March 5: Residence halls close at 10 a.m. March 13: Residence halls open at Noon

10th Annual Symposium on Advancing the New Evangelization Friday - Saturday, March 19 - 20 Symposium on Transforming Culture Feast of St. Benedict Friday - Saturday, March 25-26 Sunday, March 21

Feast of St. Benedict, All-School Mass Lil’ Sibs Weekend Monday, March 21 Friday - Sunday, March 26 - 28

Lil’ Sibs Weekend Easter Break Discovery Day Friday - Sunday, April 1-3 Thursday - Monday, April 1-5

No classes, Residence Halls open with limited dining services Wednesday, April 6

Discovery Day Easter Break Springfest Weekend

Last Day of Spring Semester Classes Springfest Weekend

Study Day Last Day of Spring Semester Classes

Study Day Spring Finals

Spring Finals

Summer Break

Summer Break

Senior Brunch and Baccalaureate Senior Brunch and Baccalaureate Mass Commencement Commencement Graduates Depart Residence Halls Graduates Depart Residence Halls Wednesday, April 14 Thursday - Monday, April 14-18

No classes, Residence Halls open with limited dining services

Friday - Saturday, April 30 - May 1

Tuesday, May 4 Friday - Saturday, April 29-30

Wednesday, May 5 Tuesday, May 3

No classes

Wednesday, May 4

Thursday - Friday, May 6 - 7 No classes

Monday - Tuesday, May 10 - 11 Thursday & Friday, May 5-6, Monday & Tuesday, May 9-10

May 12, 10 a.m.

Summer Break begins after student’s last final May 11, 10 a.m. May 12: Residence halls close at 10 a.m. Summer Break begins after student’s last final May 11: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.

Friday, May 15, 10 a.m., 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 13, 10 a.m., 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 15, 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.

Our Signature Weekends are planned by our Student Activities department and by student leaders who are members of our Campus Activities Board (CAB).

You can expect to receive detailed information about our Signature Weekends in advance of each event. For now, mark your calendar and make your travel plans for the events you’d like to attend.

FAMILY WEEKEND

October 1-3, 2021

This weekend offers an opportunity for Benedictine students and their families to reconnect on the Benedictine College campus. This Signature Weekend includes activities for the whole family, Raven sporting events, Mass, and more. Family Weekend is a great time for everyone!

What to expect: Family Weekend events typically begin on Friday evening with 5:30 p.m. Mass, followed by dinner in the Dining Hall, and family entertainment. Past events on Saturday of Family Weekend have included a Monk Run (a 5K family-friendly walk/ run event) with the monks of St. Benedict’s Abbey, a Parent Association Rosary and meeting, a family tailgate, sporting events, Mass (vigil for Sunday), Pops Concert, and family game nights. Past Sunday events have included Mass, brunch, and trolley tours of historic Atchison. Each year, a Raven family is honored at halftime of the football game.