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Welcome Week is a time for students to connect and reconnect with the Bradley family! The week is filled with opportunities to safely engage with students, faculty and staff. We are excited to have you at Bradley and can't wait to launch the new year with you.
For information specifically on Residential Move In, please visit our move in page.
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Freshmen Move In | For more information visit: https://www.bradley.edu/sites/movein/ |
| 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Floor Meetings | Residential Students information will be posted in your hall in regards to your floor meeting location. |
| 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Bradley First Night, Olin Quad | Head to Olin Quad for food, music and games for your first night at Bradley! |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Upperclassmen Move In | For more information visit: https://www.bradley.edu/sites/movein/ |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Campus Life Ambassador (CLA) Session 1, Bradley Hall, Westlake and BECC | Check with your RA and/or email for your meeting location. Your CLA group will remain the same for the entire Welcome Week. |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. | Matt Hay - Soundtrack of Silence, Renaissance Coliseum | The Kick Off Keynote Speaker for Welcome Week is Matt Hay. Matt was a sophomore in college when he finds out he is going to lose his hearing. He coasts through the early years of his diagnosis in denial, but as his hearing aids get bigger and bigger, Matt realizes he wants to capture the sounds that are slipping away: his girlfriend’s voice, the click of her heels, and especially, the songs of their invincible youth. Matt starts listening to music with a new appreciation — truly studying it, as he curates the soundtrack for the rest of his life. Behind each song, there is a coming-of-age story about freedom, tragedy, and falling in love. When Matt’s hearing eventually fades to nothing, the silent soundtrack in his head takes on a role he never imagines. The audience for his story of overcoming the physical, mental and emotional challenges always changes but his authentic delivery never does. He shares his message in hopes to keep someone from ever feeling as lost, helpless and alone as he did the day he woke up deaf…the day sound became only a memory. |
| 12:15 - 3:00 p.m. | Lunch and Welcome Bash, Alumni Quad | After Matt Hay, all new students will head out to the Alumni Quad for food, music and more. |
| 3:15 - 4:00 p.m. | CLA Session, Bradley, BECC | More essential information regarding the Bradley experience with your CLA's. |
| 4:00 p.m. | Darryll Stinson - You are Enough!, Renaissance Coliseum | According to The World Health Organization anxiety and depression cost the global workforce $1,000,000,000,000 (one trillion U.S. dollars) per year in lost productivity! In addition, more than 50% of U.S. workers are not engaged at work as a result of stress. This presentation examines the causes of these mental health challenges and outlines a strategy that all attendees can use to decrease stress, reverse burnout, and increase productivity. |
| 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Taste of Bradley, Olin Quad | One of Bradley's longest standing Traditions! Explore local restaurants, food trucks and more. Cash/Credit accepted |
| 8:00 p.m. | NPHC/MGC Ice Cream Social, GCC Lawn | Head over to GCC lawn for an Ice Cream Social and a meet an greet with the members of the Multicultural Greek Council and NPHC. |
| 8:00 p.m. | First Mass and Student Social, St. Marks | Join us for Mass at 8 pm every Sunday when Bradley is in session. Followed by a social with fellow students. |
| 9:00 p.m. | Outdoor Movie by ACBU, - Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Olin Quad | Head to Olin Quad for a free showinfg of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Fitness On the Quad, Olin Quad | Head to Olin Quad to try out a sampler class from campus recreation. |
| 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Graduate School Orientation for Foster College of Business and Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology | BECC 1150/1160 |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Mandatory Campus Safety Session w/CLA, Meet at CLA Meeting Space | All incoming students must attend one of the Campus Safety Sessions. Your CLA will take you at your assigned time. |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Peoria Browse (at Recapalooza) w/CLA, Meet at CLA Meeting Space | Visit the local businesses and the student services of Bradley University in Markin Recreation Center. |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | RecAPalooza/Campus Tour Time w/CLA, Meet at CLA Meeting Space | Your CLA will give you an opportunity to explore all the offerings that are available to you as a Bradley student. |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Pick Up Your IPAD! Meet at CLA Meeting Space | At your assigned time your CLA group, will pick up your Bradley IPAD |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Library Welcome Table, Library Entrance | Stop by the Library to grab some swag, snack, a map or just to say Hi! |
| 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | CLA Meeting, Bradley, BECC | Regroup with your CLA Group to get prepped for the upcoming evenings activities. |
| 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Block Party on Institute and Fredonia | Head to the annual block party for free food, music and games. |
| 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | MGC Info Session, Garrett Center | Come hang out and learn about our growing Multicultural Greek Community! |
| 9:00 p.m. - Midnight | Late Night BU, Markin Center | Check out one of Bradley Signature Programs, Late Night BU! Games, Crafts, Music and Food! |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. | CLA Meeting, Bradley, BECC | Your CLA will work to help you plan on how to navigate your Activities Fair and prep you for your Academic Receptions/Orientations. |
| 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Activities Fair, Olin Quad | What are you going to get involved with this semester? With over 200 clubs find the opportunity that is right for you. |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Library Welcome Table, Library Entrance | Stop by the Library to grab some swag, snack, a map or just to say Hi! |
| 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Academic Receptions & Orientation
Academic Exploration Program, Marty Theatre, Student Center
Slane Communications and Fine Arts, 126 Caterpillar Global Communications Center
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Get ready to immerse yourself in your major. If you do not see your department listed, ask your CLA for more information. |
| 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. | Convocation, Renaissance Coliseum | The Formal Launch of your academic career. You will pick up your Bradley 1897 shirt as you exit for the Incoming Student Photo. |
| 4:45 - 5:15 p.m. | Incoming Student Photo, Alumni Quad | All new Bradley Students (Incoming First Year, Transfer and Graduate Students) are invited to be a part of the Incoming Student Photo. |
| 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. | Night Out with Dining Services, Markin Center | Come celebrate the start of the new academic year with free food and giveaways on Olin Quad. |
| 8:00 p.m. | NPHC Info session, Garrett Center | Interested in learning more about our historically African American Sororities? Head to Garrett Center to meet our NPHC Greeks! |
| 8:30 p.m. | Ice Cream Social, St. Marks Neuman Center (Next to SAC) | Fuel up for your first day of class with free ice cream! |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of Classes! | LET'S GO BRAVES | |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Library Welcome Table, Library Entrance | Stop by the Library to grab some swag, snack, a map or just to say Hi! |
| 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Panhellenic Recruitment Orientation, Student Center Ballroom | Interested in finding out more about our 7 Sororities and the recruitment process? Come find out more! |
| 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | IFC Recruitment Orientation, Student Center Ballroom | Looking for Brotherhood, Leadership, Service and Social Opportunities? Find out more about Bradley's 14 IFC Fraternities |
| 9:00 - 10:45 p.m. | ACBU Movie on the Quad - Fall Guy, Olin Quad | Head to Olin Quad for a free showing of Fall Guy! Snacks provided, thanks ACBU! |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Library Welcome Table, Library Entrance | Stop by the Library to grab some swag, snack, a map or just to say Hi! |
| 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Bradley Tailgate Sponsored by Papa Johns, Shea Stadium | Head to Shea Stadium for the first match of the Season. The first 750 students get a Bradley MVC Soccer shirt. Pizza provided by Papa Johns, Games and more! Busses start at 4:45 in front of the Student Center |
| 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. | Bradley Soccer, Shea Stadium | Bussing Begins at 4:45pm from Shea Stadium and runs continuously |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Noon | Last chance to register for Panhellenic Recruitment | Last chance to sign up for Sorority Recrruitment is Noon! |
| 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | ACBU Cultural Festival, Olin Quad | Join ACBU as we highlight different organizations that celebrate culture and diversity. Enjoy food, activities, performances, and much more. |
| 3:00 - 11:00 p.m. | Panhel Round 1, Markin Center | Panhelllenic Sorority Recruitment begins. |
| 7:00 p.m. | Welcome Back Bonfire, St. Marks Neuman Center (Next to SAC) | Stop by to roast a hot dog or marshmallow and play some yard games! |
| 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. | Bingo and Donuts, Student Center Ballroom | Join us for Bingo! Over $1000 in Gift Cards will be awarded as prizes! BINGO! |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Panhel Round 2, Markin Center | Sorority Recruitment Continues |
| 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Welcome Week Service Project, Meet at Markin Center | Looking to get some service hours under your belt? Come lend a helping hand. |
| 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Fraternity House Tours, Meet at Markin Recreation Center | Meet each of the Bradley Fraternities, get a house tour and pick up a recruitment schedule. |
| 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | NPHC and Special Guest Yard Show, Olin | Come see our members of the Divine Nine as they step, stroll and give you some insight on their brotherhood/sisterhood. |
| 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. | NPHC Annual Black and White Party, Student Center Ballroom | NPHC host the annual Black and White Party in the Student Center Ballroom. |
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Panhel Round 3, Markin Center | Sorority Recruitment Continues |
| 6:00 p.m. | Panhel Bid Day, Markin Center | Sorority Recruitment Continues |