All are invited to lunch in the Dining Center. Students may use their meal plan and guests can pay at the door.

Be welcomed by President Gene Pfeifer and receive pertinent information from Dr. Jason Lowrey, V.P. of Academic Affairs, and Dr. Ted Manthe, V.P. of Student Affairs. The session will conclude with a student panel, which will provide an opportunity for parents to ask questions and hear answers from current students’ perspective. Following the Orientation is the "Parents Reception" in Honsey Hall. Rotate through various hors d’oeuvres stations and mingle with other parents. This is also a great opportunity to visit…

You are our honored guests! Rotate through various hors d’oeuvres stations and mingle with other parents. This is also a great opportunity to visit with BLC faculty and staff who will be present to meet and greet you. Complimentary food and drink are provided from local Mankato restaurants.

Students may use their meal plan and guests can pay at the door.

Students will learn about Bethany success and support resources available to them such as: Mayo Express Care Health Clinic, the Academic Resource Center, spiritual support through our Campus Chaplain, and mental health counseling provided by CFS. Also addressed will be risk factors that are inherent in the college-going experience, making smart decisions, and the standards of conduct that apply to all Bethany students. This event is for new and transfer students. Attendance is required.

Teams of students will embark on a trek around campus. At each destination, the team must complete a challenge in order to learn the location of their next challenge. Prizes will be awarded!

All are invited to dinner in the Dining Center. Students may use their meal plan and guests can pay at the door.

Head to the Campus Green for games, music and treats! The Block Party will include crafts such as bracelet making and origami, games including bag toss, nine square and Spikeball, a climbing wall, and more!

Meet your academic advisors, the V.P. of Academic Affairs, the Registrar, the Academic Success Coordinator, and learn everything you need to know about academics at Bethany. This event is for new and transfer students. Attendance is required.

Enjoy a pizza luncheon with your new classmates and your advisor. Remarks will be shared by Bethany alumni and friends to welcome you as a part of the Bethany Viking Family! The Bethany Alumni Association sponsors the event. Attendance is required.

Interested in working on campus? New and returning students who have not worked for Bethany in the past should come to this meeting to learn more about student employment. Please bring proper identification to complete an I-9 Employment Verification Form (e.g. driver’s license, social security card).