We are excited to welcome you to Merrimack’s campus for our January Orientation sessions for resident 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.
If you have any questions, contact your Orientation Leader or email [email protected].
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
Noon-3 p.m.
| Student Check In - McQuade Library Residential students living on campus will check in with Admission and Hamel Health staff and receive their key to move into residence halls. The Mack Force will be available to answer questions about bills, parking and mobile credentials. |
4-5 p.m. | Group Time - Crowe Hall Meet your Orientation Leaders to review schedules, ask questions, and learn more about campus life! |
5-7 p.m. | Res Life Pizza Party & Student Social - Crowe Executive Room The Office of Residence Life will review the need-to-knows for life on campus. Then students will enjoy dinner and low-key games and activities with fellow residential students and members of the Res Life and Orientation teams! |
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Decompression Zone - Crowe Lobby 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. |
8:30-10 a.m.
| Student Check In - McQuade Library Students unable to arrive on Monday will check in with Admission and Hamel Health staff, and receive their key to move into residence halls. The Mack Force will be available to answer questions about bills, parking, and mobile credentials. Breakfast with Groups - Sparky’s For those already moved in, enjoy breakfast with Orientation staff before sessions start. |
10-10:15 a.m. | Welcome/Blessing - McQuade Auditorium Students and families will be welcomed by the Orientation team and Fr. Ray Dlugos will lead a blessing for the spring semester. |
10:30-Noon | MC 101: Your Guide to a Great Start - Crowe 207 Students will learn about the Merrimack resources available to all students, then break into groups to hear specific information on the first year, international, and transfer experience. |
Noon-1 p.m.
| Lunch with Lucey Center - Crowe Executive Room Enjoy lunch with the academic and career advisors who will be working with you throughout your Merrimack journey. Compass and Honors will have separate lunches with their cohorts. |
1-3 p.m. | Mission and Merrimack - Crowe 207 Join the Office of Mission and Ministry to hear insight into the values upon which Merrimack was founded as expressed in the Mission and Vision Statement of the College, and the pivotal role that it plays on campus every day. Involvement Panel - Crowe 208 Hear from pro staff and current student leaders about how to get involved and the benefits of becoming a leader on campus. |
3-3:45 p.m. | MCPD/Emergency Preparedness - Crowe 209 Campus safety is a priority at Merrimack. Hear from MCPD about safety protocols and resources available. |
4-5 p.m. | Wings and Things - Student Union Wrap up your Orientation session by bowling with your fellow students! Orientation Leaders will be on hand to answer questions to help get you prepared for classes to start on Wednesday such as textbooks and a tour for class locations. |
5-7 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
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
Noon - 3:00 p.m | Student Check In - McQuade Library Residential students living on campus will check in with Admissions staff, Hamel Health staff, receive their Mack Card and key to move into residence halls. Warrior One Stop/Financial Aid will be available for questions. |
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Group Time |
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Dinner with Groups - Sparky’s |
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Res Life 101 Meetings/Student Social - Deegan Lounge Learn about residential life while mingling with other residential students and enjoy some crafts and treats! |
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 |
