Fall Welcome
Welcome to your new home! We look forward to continuing your transition to the Stonehill community with our Fall Welcome events!
Fall Welcome is a time for our first-year students to have a hands-on introduction to Stonehill. Through presentations, tours, and social events, our goal is to ensure all students are well prepared for the start of their academic experience at Stonehill.
Fall Welcome Schedule
Below is the schedule for Fall Welcome.
*Please note that all meals are on your own through your meal plans
Friday, August 21
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
Commons Open for Regular Hours $10 special for families! |
Roche Commons |
| 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. | First Year & Transfer Student Check-In | Admission Parking Lot (parking in Chapel of Mary or MacPhaidin Lots) |
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Mailroom Open | Roche Commons |
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop (for Stonehill gear) Open | May Hall |
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Bookstore Annex (for books) Open | Boland Residence Hall |
| 11 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. | Welcome Block Party | Quad |
| 3 p.m. | Fall Welcome Kickoff and Family Prayer & Farewell | Quad |
| 3:15 p.m. | Traditional Walk Up Donahue Hill | Quad |
| 3:30 p.m. | First Year Class Benediction | Donahue Side Lawn |
| 3:50 p.m. | Class of 2030 Photo | Donahue Lawn |
| 4 - 5 p.m. | Orientation Small Group Meeting | Various Locations |
| 5 - 7 p.m. | Dinner | Roche Commons |
| 6 p.m. - 1 a.m. | The Hill is Open Regular Hours | The Hill (Roche Commons) |
| 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. | Commuter Welcome & Trivia | Commuter Lounge (Roche Commons) |
| 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. | Residence Hall Meetings | Various Locations |
| 8:15 - 11 p.m. | Evening Entertainment: Outdoor Glow Bash | Quad |
Saturday, August 22
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 - 9:15 a.m. | Breakfast | Roche Commons |
| 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Orientation Group Meeting | Various Locations |
| 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. | Stonehill Community Standards | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Be the Change: Engaging Bystanders in the Fight Against Sexual Aggression | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 12:15 - 1:45 p.m. | Lunch | Roche Commons |
| 1:30 - 5:30 p.m. | IXP Program Begins | Alumni Hall |
| 2 - 3 p.m. | "From Minds & Hearts To Hands" with Community Engagement | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 3 p.m. | “Where’s My Class?” Classroom Tours | Various Locations |
| 4:45 - 6:30 p.m. | Dinner | Roche Commons |
| 5 - 7 p.m. | Business Honors Dinner | Meehan Great Room |
| 7:45 p.m. | SGA Welcome & Free T-Shirts | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 8:30 p.m. | Evening Entertainment: Movie On the Quad: TBD | Quad |
Sunday, August 23
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Dunkin' Opening Day | Shields Science Center |
| 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Brunch | Roche Commons |
| 11 a.m. | Catholic Mass | Chapel of Mary |
| 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop (for Stonehill Gear) Open | May Hall |
| 12 - 4 p.m. | Bookstore Annex (for Books) Open | Boland Residence Hall |
| 1 p.m. | Men's Soccer vs. Northeastern | Skyhawk Field |
| 1 - 4 p.m. | MGT Launch Day 2026 | Quad |
| 3 - 6 p.m. | Sports Complex Open House | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 3 - 5 p.m. | Learn More about SGA: Drop-In Hours | Commons 111 |
| 3 - 6 p.m. | Sports Complex Open House | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 4:45 - 6:30 p.m. | Dinner | Roche Commons |
| 7 - 8:15 p.m. | Student Mass with Chapel Choir, Ice Cream Social & Open House | Chapel of Mary |
| 8:30 p.m. | Orientation Closing Light Ceremony | Grotto |
Hotel Room Blocks
While we are unable to provide housing for our families during Fall Welcome, we worked with a local hotel to provide discounted stays for those who are looking to stay local. Please take note of the booking deadlines.
Residence Inn Boston Brockton/Easton
124 Liberty St, Brockton, MA 02301
Rate: $179 - $189 per night, plus taxes. Block closes July 19
Questions?
The Office of Student Engagement provides opportunities that will empower students to create a fun and positive campus community. The office enjoys a strong working and advising relationship with the Student Government Association, class committees and many of the student clubs and organizations.