Fall Welcome Weekend 2021 will take place September 3-6 (Labor Day Weekend) with move-in taking place September 1-2. Students will receive the most updated and accurate schedule upon their arrival to campus. The schedule below should serve as a guide for what to expect during the orientation program.
Wednesday, September 1st
| 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
First-Year Move-In
Please refer to the move-in information from Student Life.
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Thursday, September 2nd
| 12:00PM - 4:00PM |
First-Year Move-In
Please refer to the move-in information from Student Life.
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| 7:00PM - 8:00PM |
Floor Meetings with Resident Assistants
This is a required meeting for all first-year students living in the residence halls. Students should report to their specific residential areas.
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| 8:30PM - 9:00PM |
Light up the Quad
Join your classmates on the Quad for a new Loyola tradition.
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Friday, September 3rd
| 9:30AM - 10:30AM |
Convocation
The Class of 2025 will be introduced and inducted into the Loyola University Maryland community. During this ceremony, students will pledge the Honor Code.
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| 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
Evergreen Small Group Time
Evergreens will talk through the activities for the day and answer any questions that may have come up since your last meeting. |
| 12:00PM - 1:00PM |
Lunch
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| 1:15PM - 2:45PM |
Common Text Panel |
| 3:00PM - 4:30PM |
Common Text Advisor Meetings
You’ve read the book and you’ve tackled the study guide. Now it’s time to discuss what you’ve learned with your Messina advisor and new classmates. Other important information about classes and the advising process will also be covered. |
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Dinner |
| 8:00PM - 10:00PM |
FAC Attack
Are you ready to have a good time? We are too! Let’s meet up with new friends for some friendly competition and play at the “FAC”. We’ll have Racquetball, Dodgeball, Basketball, Paddleboards, Canoes, and so much more! |
Saturday, September 4th
| 9:00AM - 9:45AM |
Evergreen Small Group Time
Evergreens will talk through the activities for the day and answer any questions that may have come up since your last meeting.
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| 10:00AM - 11:00AM |
Community & Safety Session
The experience of being a student begins with what happens in the residence halls and classrooms but extends beyond that into the City of Baltimore. Come learn more about being a member of this shared community, the expectations placed on students, interactions with the local area, and more.
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| 11:00AM - 11:30AM |
Title IX Session
Consent for sexual activity is a term that is often mentioned but not always defined. This session will explore the meaning of consent, along with the importance of affirming agreement regarding sexual activity for healthy relationships.
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| 12:00PM - 5:00PM |
Afternoon Rotations
Lunch
Evergreen Small Group Time
Academic Support Scavenger Hunt
Academic Integrity Session
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Dinner
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| 8:00PM - 11:00PM |
Casino Night
Hit the jackpot playing Casino Games – Texas Hold’em, Black Jack, Roulette, Craps, and more. Win great prizes like theater tickets, electronics, gift certificates, and much more!
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Sunday, September 5th
| 9:00AM - 9:45AM |
Evergreen Small Group Time
Evergreens will talk through the activities for the day and answer any questions that may have come up since your last meeting.
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| 10:00AM - 10:45AM |
Jesuit Mission Session
Loyola’s Jesuit mission and values inform expectations for our entire community. Join our host, Sean Bray, as he interviews current seniors and a member of our Loyola community who will share stories of how they live out these values in their lives.
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| 11:00AM - 11:45AM |
Evergreen Reflection
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| 12:00PM - 1:00PM |
Lunch
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| 1:30PM |
Class Photo
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| 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
Department Open Houses
The academic community welcomes you to Loyola. Many departments are holding open houses and we also have information sessions designed to help you in your academic transition to our university. We have options for you whether you are considering particular fields of study, pre-professional pathways, or are unsure of your path!
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| 3:00PM - 5:00PM |
Affinity Group Meet-Ups
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5:00PM
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New Student Liturgy
Please attend this special liturgy designed specifically for new students.
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| 6:00PM |
Women's Soccer Game
Hop on a shuttle up to the Ridley for your first game as a Hound! Shuttles will pick up students from the Library and Newman Towers.
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| 8:30PM |
Hypnotist
Nationally-renowned hypnotist Dan LaRosa will put on a captivating show, which includes hypnotizing students from the audience. Any volunteers?
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Monday, September 6th
| All Day |
Class Schedule Tours
Evergreens will use this time to walk students through their schedule. On the tour, we will highlight the offices of your Messina Faculty and Mentor!
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For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations for virtual events, please contact the Office of Student Engagement at orientation@loyola.edu. One week advance notice of need for accommodations is requested.