Welcome to Wheaton Day
Friday, April 12, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM (ET)
Join us Friday, April 12, 2024, for Welcome to Wheaton Day—an exclusive, celebratory event for admitted students and their families. Even if you’ve already toured our campus, we encourage you to join us and experience our campus from a whole new perspective.- Learn about academic programs from the faculty who teach them
- Explore our laboratories and makerspace studios
- Hear about campus life from current students
- Learn about clubs, organizations, academic programs and more
- Have your questions answered about financial aid and financing options
- Meet fellow admitted students—and maybe even your future roommate
Schedule of Events
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8:30–9:30 a.m.
Registration
9:30–10:15 a.m.
Welcome to Wheaton Address
10:30–11:20 a.m.
Feel the Strength of Wheaton’s Community (for Parents and Guardians)
Learn more about how our collaborative and vibrant community will support and mentor your students to help them bring opportunities to life.
10:30–11:20 a.m.
Jump Into Class: Academic Sessions (for Students)
Get a comprehensive overview of our academic programs from the faculty who designed the curriculum. Students can choose one of 13 available sessions.
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 12:15–12:45 p.m.
Go Beyond the Classroom: Campus Resources
These 30-minute sessions will showcase the opportunities available for you to personalize and support your Wheaton experience.
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Compass Curriculum, Honors Program and Guided Pathways to Success
- Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice at Wheaton
- The Wheaton Edge: Internships, Research and Study Abroad
- Academic Advising and Accessibility
- Campus Leadership and Involvement
Explore Innovation and Experiential Spaces
Drop by any (or all) of the locations below at any time between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to see where Wheaton students gain valuable hands-on experience right here on campus.
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Experiential Spaces:
- Computer Museum
- Greenhouse
- Imaging Center for Undergraduate Collaboration (ICUC)
- Nursing SIM Labs
- Rooftop Observatory
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Innovation Spaces:
- Fab Lab
- Fiber Lab
- Wheaton Entrepreneurship Studio
- The Shop
Campus and Residence Hall Tours will depart on a rolling basis starting at 11:30 a.m. with final tours departing at 1:15 p.m.
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a complimentary lunch in Chase Dining Hall
1:30–3:00 p.m.
Get Involved at Lyons Fest
Connect with a club or organization that interests you and meet student leaders. Speak with faculty from a variety of disciplines and staff members representing various student services to learn more about the network that exists to support your success.
Admitted Student Events
In addition to Welcome to Wheaton Day, we've prepared a number of other events exclusively for our admitted students. Check out all of the fun things we have planned just for you!
Ready to roar?
Step 1: Click "Enroll Now" below
Step 2: Log in using your username and password
Step 3: Accept your offer of admission
Step 4: Make your deposit payment
Step 5: Roar!
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