Welcome Week 2021 is Aug. 21-24!
Schedule subject to change.
| Time TBD | Approved Early Arrival Check In Location is TBD and will be communicated to students who have received an early move-in slot. |
| 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Meet up With Your RA and Go to Dinner With Your Floor Central Market Student meal plans are active. |
| 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Residential Hall Hangout |
| 8 a.m. – noon | Check in to Your Residence Hall at Your Assigned Time Please check your email for information regarding your assigned time. Students and guests will check-in at a designated location. Please arrive at your time slot to help us maintain safety and physical distancing. |
| 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Visit Offices in Central Hall as Needed Financial Aid/Work Study, first floor Business Office, second floor |
| 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Central Spirit Shoppe Open Maytag Student Center Grab some great Central gear or any last-minute class supplies. |
| IT Services Help Desk Open Central Hall Need computer or other technical assistance? Call 641-628-7010, email itshelpdesk@central.edu or visit their office. For after-hours assistance, leave a message with your name, residence hall and room number and you will be contacted on Monday. |
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| 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Visit Pella Historical Village and Vermeer Mill Corner of East First and Franklin St. After you’re all moved in, take a stroll through downtown Pella and check out the historical village. Show your Central College student ID for a buy one, get one free ticket discount today only. Vermeer Mill Tours available at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. |
| 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Brunch Open Central Market Students can use their meal plans. Family members and guests are welcome for a per person charge. |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Legacy Luncheon BMW Rooms, Maytag Student Center New students whose parents or grandparents attended Central are invited to join other legacy students and their families for lunch, which will be served promptly at 11:30 followed by a group photo for Civitas, the alumni magazine. Hosted by the Alumni Office. |
| Noon – 3 p.m. | Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Near Maytag Student Center and Central Market on Broadway The Hy-Vee Healthy You Mobile units were created to provide a safe and secure place for tests, immunizations, and screenings. Stop by with your health insurance card to get your annual flu shot. |
| 2 – 4 p.m. | Root Beer Floats by the Pond Fred’s Patio, outside Maytag Student Center After moving in, families are invited to gather around the pond for a cool treat and the opportunity to mingle with SOS leaders and your Class Dean before the first student-only session begins. |
| 4 p.m. | Turning Over the Class Douwstra Auditorium, Central Hall Your time at Central begins with an official welcome from President Mark Putnam and Student Body President Maddie Clark. P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium is the alternate for inclement weather. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
| 4:45 p.m. | SOS Group Meeting #3 Various Locations, departing from Douwstra Auditorium New students, join your SOS group at the conclusion of Turning Over the Class for your first opportunity to get to know other new students in your small groups. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
| 5:30 p.m. | New Student Picnic at Kuyper All new students are invited to a casual dinner on the lawn. Students will travel in SOS groups to and from the event. Please wear comfortable shoes for walking! In case of inclement weather, the picnic will be moved inside the H.S. Kuyper Fieldhouse. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
| 6:30 p.m. | PLAYFAIR at Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium PLAYFAIR promises an engaging, fun opportunity for new students to build numerous connections with one another. This activity will begin immediately following the picnic on the football field. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the H.S. Kuyper Fieldhouse. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
| 8:45 p.m. | Floor Meeting With Your RA Your Residence Hall Meet your floormates and learn about Central’s residential expectations. This is a mandatory session for all new students. |
| 9:30 p.m. | Bonfire Around the Pond Peace Mall Bonfire Pit Gather around the pond for s’mores and music with your new classmates and friends! Sponsored by Residence Life. |
| Breakfast on Your Own Central Market is only open for lunch and dinner on weekends. |
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| 9 a.m. | Spiritual Wellness at Central (Interfaith Focus) Peace Mall — Wallace Spencer Stepenske Amphitheater Join Chaplain Joe Brummel and the Campus Ministries team for a special look at the different aspects of spirituality at Central. There will also be a brief service with a challenge from Chaplain Joe. Attendance is optional. All are welcome! |
| 9:45 a.m. – noon | Mandatory Group Sessions in P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium
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| 12:15 – 1 p.m. | Lunch With Your SOS group in Central Market |
| Noon – 3 p.m. | Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Near Maytag Student Center and Central Market on Broadway The Hy-Vee Healthy You Mobile units were created to provide a safe and secure place for tests, immunizations, and screenings. Stop by with your health insurance card to get your annual flu shot. |
| 1 – 2:15 p.m. | Responsible Citizenship With Special Guest Speaker Joseph Green Douwstra Auditorium, Central Hall This is a mandatory session for all new students. |
| 2 – 5 p.m. | Explore Pella & Campus! Enjoy your afternoon by becoming acquainted with your new home! Check out the list of suggested activities found on the Dutch Connect app (iOS or Android) and at the end of this document including local discounts for Central students for a fun-filled afternoon. |
| 2:30 – 4 p.m. | Dining Services Student Employee Meeting Van Emmerik Studio, Maytag Student Center Your orientation to your on-campus job with Central Market, Fred’s, Café or Catering. This meeting is mandatory for all Dining Services student employees. |
| 5 – 6:30 p.m. | Dinner in Central Market |
| 7 – 9 p.m. | Maytag Madness Maytag Student Center Enjoy free snacks, play a variety of fun games, enjoy DIY make and take craft and novelty items, grab some free swag and win great prizes! This is an open house-style event, so feel free to come and go as you please. Sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. |
| 9 p.m. | The Calm Wallace Spencer Stepenske Amphitheater Join Chaplain Joe Brummel and the Campus Ministries team for a spiritually uplifting opener to the academic year. Attendance is optional. All are welcome! |
| 7:15 – 9:30 a.m. | Full Breakfast Open in Central Market | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9:30 – 10 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Open in Central Market | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 – 9:50 a.m. | Pre-Health Programs Overview Van Emmerik Studio, Maytag Student Center Meet Central’s pre-health advisor and learn more about the opportunities and requirements of the pre-health programs on campus. Attendance is highly recommended for all new students interested in a pre-health program. |
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| 9 – 10:10 a.m. | Academic Exploration Sessions Learn more about Central’s majors and academic departments in which you might participate. You’ll find out about experiential opportunities available to you, complementary fields of study and opportunities post-graduation. Information is the same at each session, so you have the opportunity to attend multiple sessions to meet your interest needs. Attend the sessions that are of interest to YOU. Some locations could change if a larger space is needed to accommodate the expected attendance. Session 1: 9 – 9:30 a.m. | Session 2: 9:40 – 10:10 a.m.
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| 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | ALMA Auditions Cox-Snow Music Center Check your Central email for your audition date, time and location. If you do not have a pre-assigned audition time but are interested in joining a music ensemble, email Debbie Abel at abeld@central.edu. |
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| 10:20 – 11:15 a.m. | Faculty Panel: What Will Class Be Like? Douwstra Auditorium, Central Hall A panel of faculty members, hosted by Class Dean Amy Young, will clue you in on what they expect from students in the classroom, sharing tips and advice and answering your questions before the semester begins. |
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| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Lunch Open in Central Market | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Transfer Luncheon Rooms 106-108, Central Market An opportunity for transfer students to enjoy an informal lunch to get to know their faculty advisers, hosted by Brian Peterson, Associate Dean of Curriculum and Faculty Development. |
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| Noon – 3 p.m. | Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Near Maytag Student Center and Central Market on Broadway The Hy-Vee Healthy You Mobile units were created to provide a safe and secure place for tests, immunizations, and screenings. Stop by with your health insurance card to get your annual flu shot. |
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| 1 – 2:30 p.m. | SOS Group Meeting #4 Douwstra Auditorium, Central Hall The SOS leaders present “Vignettes: Scenes from Campus Life” covering common themes you will likely encounter during your time at Central as well as introduce you to many policies and expectations Central has in place for students. SOS leaders will also give you important insights into academics at Central to get you ready for classes including classroom locations. This is a mandatory session for all new students. |
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| 2:30 – 3 p.m. | Instrumental Music Ensembles Info Session Cox-Snow Recital Hall Calling all musicians! If you are interested in joining any of Central’s instrumental music ensembles, plan to attend this informational session. |
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| 2:30 – 5 p.m. | Explore Pella and Campus! Enjoy your afternoon by becoming acquainted with your new home! Check out the list of suggested activities found on the Dutch Connect app (iOS or Android), including local discounts for students for a fun-filled afternoon. |
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| 3 – 3:30 p.m. | Phonathon New Student Employment Meeting Central Hall, Room 317 This meeting is mandatory for all Phonathon student employees. |
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| 4 – 7 p.m. | Symphonic Wind Ensemble & Jazz Band Auditions Cox-Snow Music Center Check your Central email for your audition date, time and location. If you do not have a pre-assigned audition time but are interested in joining a music ensemble, email Debbie Abel at abeld@central.edu. |
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| 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Dinner With Your Floor and Floor/House Meetings Central Market Spend some time getting to know your RA and others living on your floor. Check with your RA for exact dinner and meeting times. |
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| 8 – 11 p.m. | CAB Luau Weller Center for Business and International Studies Lawn Join the Campus Activities Board for free snacks, a variety of fun games, DIY make and take craft and novelty items, free swag and great prizes! This is an open-house style event, so feel free to come and go as you please. |
| 7:15 – 9:30 a.m. | Full Breakfast Open in Central Market |
| 9:30 – 10 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Open in Central Market |
| 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Complete Your Work Study Paperwork Financial Aid Office, second floor Central Hall Visit Financial Aid if you still need to complete your work study paperwork. Don’t forget to bring your original identification documents. Check your Central email for more details. |
| 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Academic Advising Appointments Check your Central email or the myCentral homepage for your assigned 15 minute appointment time and location. |
| 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Pella Business & Community Connections Fair Central Market Side Rooms Local businesses will be on campus showcasing what they have to offer Central students, including great student discounts. You can also engage with leaders of local nonprofits and area churches to learn about opportunities that suit your interests to get involved off campus! Enjoy this opportunity to browse through their tables and pick up lots of great freebies! |
| 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Lunch Open in Central Market |
| Noon – 1 p.m. | Honors Luncheon Honors students, check your Central email for your invitation with more information, hosted by Ashley Scolaro, professor of psychology. |
| Noon – 3 p.m. | Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Near Maytag Student Center and Central Market on Broadway The Hy-Vee Healthy You Mobile units were created to provide a safe and secure place for tests, immunizations, and screenings. Stop by with your health insurance card to get your annual flu shot. |
| 1– 2 p.m. | Common Reading Book Discussion Your discussion will take place with your Intersections (LAS 110) professor in the classroom where you will meet in the fall. Not sure where to find your classroom? Ask your SOS leader! Please bring your copy of “The Hate U Give” and the Common Reading discussion guide you received in your registration and orientation packet. This is a mandatory session for all new students. |
| 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Forever Dutch Celebration! Gather around the pond for a one-of-a-kind event to celebrate being together as a Central College community. Free food, free stuff, guest speakers and special performances! This is a mandatory session for all new students. |
| 3 – 6 p.m. | Dutch Boom Drumline Auditions Cox-Snow Music Center Check your Central email for your audition date, time and location. If you do not have a pre-assigned audition time but are interested in joining a music ensemble, email Debbie Abel at abeld@central.edu. |
| Flying Pans Steel Band Auditions Cox-Snow Music Center Check your Central email for your audition date, time and location. If you do not have a pre-assigned audition time but are interested in joining a music ensemble, email Debbie Abel at abeld@central.edu. |
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| Percussion Ensemble Auditions Cox-Snow Music Center Check your Central email for your audition date, time and location. If you do not have a pre-assigned audition time but are interested in joining a music ensemble, email Debbie Abel at abeld@central.edu. |
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| 3:30 – 5 p.m. | Explore Pella and Campus! Enjoy your afternoon by becoming acquainted with your new home! Check out the list of suggested activities found on the Dutch Connect app (iOS or Android), including local discounts for students for a fun-filled afternoon. |
| 4 – 7 p.m. | Symphonic Wind Ensemble & Jazz Band Auditions Cox-Snow Music Center Check your Central email for your audition date, time and location. If you do not have a pre-assigned audition time but are interested in joining a music ensemble, email Debbie Abel at abeld@central.edu. |
| 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Dinner Open in Central Market |
| 6 p.m. | Athletic Department Student Employment Meeting P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium All new students employed by the Athletics Department need to attend this mandatory meeting. |
| 7 p.m. / 8:15 p.m. | Mentors in Violence Prevention Event Roe Center Further information and support can be found online on the counseling and campus safety webpages, or under the shield icon on the Dutch Connect app. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
Have a great first day of classes! Please check Campus Dining hours/menu via the Dutch Connect app (iOS or Android) or the Campus Dining webpage.
| 7 – 8 p.m. | Area Meetings Various Locations |
| 8 p.m. | Hall Council Kick-Off Events Learn what hall council is all about and meet the executive board members of your hall. Watch for signs with time and location in the residential areas. |
| 11 a.m. | Opening Convocation Douwstra Auditorium, Central Hall Be sure to meet your Intersections classmates and professor in your predetermined location and sit in the assigned rows with your class section. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
| 7 p.m. | Can I Kiss You? Event Award-winning author, publisher and speaker Mike Domitrz returns to Central for a fun, impactful program on dating and intimacy. Featuring supporting remarks from President Putnam and Peggy Fitch, Title IX Coordinator Equity Officer, with support from Student Body President Maddie Clark. This is a mandatory session for all new students and their SOS leaders. |
| Sept. 1 | Student Involvement & Organization Fair 6 – 8 p.m., Around the Pond Get connected with leaders from many of Central’s great student orgs, grab a snow cone and learn how you can get involved right away! Sponsored by Student Involvement |
| Sept. 3 | Drive-in Movie 8:30 p.m., Green Lot Join the Campus Activities Board for a blockbuster movie. Popcorn, candy and water will be provided! Grab your friends and head on down to Green Lot in your CAR! Make sure to arrive on time, limit 70 cars! This is an event you won’t want to miss! **If we have high winds the location may change** |
| Sept. 4 | Central Student Night at Dutch 200 Bowl & Grill 7 – 10 p.m., Dutch 200 Bowl & Grill Central students can bowl for free at Dutch 200 Bowl & Grill. Just show your student ID at the register. Shoe rental is also free. Space is limited with a maximum of 6 students to a lane on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bowl for only one hour if there are students waiting and for a maximum of two hours. |
| Sept. 5 | TBD |
| Sept. 6 | Paddle Boarding at Robert’s Creek |
