Fall Orientation

We’re glad you have chosen to be part of the Kenyon community and look forward to welcoming you to your new home on move-in day. 

Fall Orientation at a Glance

Saturday, August 23

Welcome to Kenyon! Saturday's schedule includes New Student Check-in and the Fall Orientation Kick-off at the Lowry Center, information about Kenyon support services, meetings with your Orientation Group and Community Advisors, a dessert reception for family members and a community-building event in the evening.

View August 23 Schedule

Sunday, August 24

Opening Convocation welcomes new students, followed by the New Student Sing; families are welcome and encouraged to attend before departing the campus. Sunday also includes faculty advising meetings, language placement exams and the Kenyon Karnival, an evening of arcade games, snacks, music and prizes.

View August 24 Schedule

Monday, August 25 - Wednesday, August 27

Orientation programming for students continues including Orientation Group information sessions, course registration support and academic department presentations. Social activities include casual athletic events on Monday, a lawn games and a silent disco party on Tuesday and the Convening Dinner on Wednesday.

View August 25 Schedule   View August 26 Schedule   View August 27 Schedule

Thursday, August 28

Classes begin, and as the semester gets into full swing, check out athletics.kenyon.edu for information about our teams and the full athletics schedule. 

Friday, August 29

All students and other members of the Kenyon community are invited to share a picnic dinner on the lawn in front of Sam Mather Hall from 4:45 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 30

Visit the Lowry Center between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for the Student Involvement Fair, which includes lunch (the Peirce Hall servery will be closed). Learn more about the many ways to get involved outside the classroom and meet representatives from student organizations, offices and community partners. You can also browse information online about student clubs and organizations.