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 various presentations, tours and social opportunities, our goal is to make sure all of our students are truly prepared for the start to their academic experience at Stonehill.
Fall Welcome Schedule
Below is a tentative schedule for Fall Welcome.
*Please note that all meals are on your own through your meal plans
Friday, August 22
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. | Commons Open for Food | 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 |
| 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop (for Stonehill gear) Open | May Hall |
| 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Bookstore Annex (for books) Open | Boland Residence Hall |
| 11 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. | Welcome Block Party | Quad |
| 11 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. | Commons Open for Regular Hours | Roche Commons |
| 3 p.m. | Fall Welcome Kickoff and Family Prayer & Farewell | Quad |
| 3:20 p.m. | Traditional Walk Up Donahue Hill | Quad |
| 3:30 p.m. | First Year Class Benediction | Donahue Lawn |
| 3:40 p.m. | Class of 2029 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 | 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 |
| 8:30 - 11 p.m. |
Evening Entertainment |
Quad |
Saturday, August 23
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 - 9 a.m. | Breakfast | Roche Commons |
| 9:15 - 10:15 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 |
| 2 - 3 p.m. | "From Minds & Hearts To Hands" Presentation | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 3 p.m. | “Where’s My Class?” Classroom Tours | Various Locations |
| 4 - 5 p.m. | Meehan MGT 101 Welcome Session | McCarthy Auditorium (May Hall) |
| 5 - 7 p.m. | Dinner | Roche Commons |
| 6 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. Idaho | Skyhawk Field |
| 6 p.m. - 1 a.m. | The Hill is Open | Roche Commons |
| 8:15 p.m. | SGA Welcome & Free T-Shirts | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
| 9 p.m. | ThinkFast Game Show | Sally Blair Ames Sports Complex |
Sunday, August 24
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Dunkin' Open | Shields Science Center |
| 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Brunch | Roche Commons |
| 11 a.m. | Catholic Mass | Chapel of Mary |
| 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop (for Stonehill gear) Open | May Hall |
| 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Bookstore Annex (for books) Open | Boland Residence Hall |
| 1 - 4 p.m. | Meehan MGT 101: Launch Day | Quad |
| 2 - 4 p.m. | Kickball Tournament | Rec. Fields |
| 3 - 5 p.m. | Learn More about SGA – Drop-In Hours | Commons 111 |
| 4:45 - 6:45 p.m. | Dinner | Roche Commons |
| 7 p.m. | Catholic Mass with Chapel Choir, Ice Cream Social & Open House | Chapel of Mary |
| 8:15 p.m. | Orientation Closing Light Ceremony | TBD |
| 8:45 p.m. | Movie on the Hill: Lilo & Stitch (2025) | TBD |
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: $199-$288 plus taxes per night. Block closes July 21
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.