Fontbonne University Fall Orientation 2018: Welcome to Griffin Nation Parent & Family Schedule Thursday, August 23, 2018 9:00am - 1:00pm
First-year resident check-in - St. Joseph’s Hall Lobby
11:30am - 1:30pm Free Welcome Lunch - Ryan Dining Hall 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Orientation Registration/Check-In - DSAC, Gym
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Griffin Greetings - DSAC, Gym The president of Fontbonne University, Dr. J. Michael Pressimone, enrollment, academic, and student affairs administrators and student leaders welcome you as the newest members of the Fontbonne Community.
4:00pm - 5:00pm
‘Letting Go’ Parent Session - Lewis Room, Jack C. Taylor Library Learn more about the transition your student is making into college and how you, as their parent, transition with them. Have the opportunity to ask any final, remaining questions about the start of your student’s college life and ultimate success at Fontbonne University. Presented by: Claudia Charles, Director of Counseling and Wellness; Joe Deighton, Vice President of Student Affairs; and Dr. Carey Adams, Vice President of Academic Affairs.
5:00pm - 6:00pm
‘Catch The Fire’ - New Student Initiation - DSAC, Gym Catch The Fire is open to all students and parents. Get introduced to the mission, values, and history of Fontbonne University in a powerful and meaningful ceremony.
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Family Farewell Picnic - Golden Meadow (Rain - Arnold Memorial Center) Mix and mingle with members of the Fontbonne Community and spend time with your student before saying farewell for now.
*Parents of Commuter Students - Consider driving separately so your student can stay for the remainder of the evening.