We are excited to welcome you to Merrimack’s campus for our Spring Orientation sessions for commuter students! We have a full calendar of activities planned for you and your family.
We have a full schedule of Orientation activities planned for you. You’ll get acclimated to campus, meet your fellow Warriors and have some fun.
Reference the schedule below to guide you through the daily sessions. Check your Merrimack email for additional communication from the Orientation team regarding group numbers and your assigned Orientation Leaders. For the most up-to-date locations, please download CORQ and review the Orientation events. Commuter students should plan to park in Lot C during Orientation days.
If you have any questions, contact your Orientation Leader or email [email protected].
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m (Available All Day) | Decompression Zone - Hub Throughout the day, this space is available for students who are feeling overwhelmed to take a break and practice some wellness activities before rejoining the Orientation sessions or groups. |
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast with Groups - Sparky's Commuter Student Check-in - McQuade Library |
9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. | Welcome/Mission and Merrimack - McQuade Auditorium Orientation kicks off with a welcome by Merrimack College leadership and our Orientation Team! Become immersed in the Merrimack culture and community and learn why every day is a great day to be a Warrior! Hear from Fr. Ray Dlugos about Merrimack’s history and mission. |
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | First Year Students - Crowe 207 International Students - Crowe 208 Transfer Students - Crowe 209 |
11:30 a.m. - Noon | MCPD/Emergency Preparedness - Crowe 107 Campus safety is a priority at Merrimack. Hear from MCPD about safety protocols and resources available. |
Noon - 1:00 p.m. | Lunch with Asst. Deans - Crowe Executive Room Enjoy lunch with the Academic Assistant Deans of the College. |
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | I Am Warrior - Crowe 207 Student Leader Panel - Crowe 208 |
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Wings and Things - Student Social Wrap up your Orientation session by bowling with your fellow students! Orientation Leaders will also be in attendance to answer questions to help get you prepared for classes to start on Wednesday such as textbooks and a tour for class locations. |
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Dinner with Groups (Optional) - Sparky’s |
Get to know your future classmates and stay up to date on what’s happening at Merrimack.
Orientation Instagram
Office of Student Involvement Instagram
Programming throughout the fall to connect with your new classmates. View the Campus programming calendar
Our chatbot, Mack, is your go-to for any questions you have. You ask! We’ll answer! (Tip: look at the bottom right corner of this page.)
Our Orientation team is here for you. Stay in touch – we can’t wait to see you in person! Meet the Team
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