Welcome Days
Who should attend?
Any high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors, as well as college transfer students and their parents are invited to join us for an eye-opening weekend on the campus of Welch College.
Why should I come?
This is your chance to experience all the aspects of life on campus in a 24 hours. If you want to make themost informed college decision possible, you need to make a campus visit, and Welcome Days is a great way to experience life at Welch College.
What can I expect on my visit?
The simple answer: Life at Welch College. You'll sit in on classes, attend chapel, tour the campus, eat in the cafeteria, stay in the dorms, and attend special events on Thursday and Friday. Visitors will also have the opportunity to interact with current students and faculty members. You and your parents will find out about financial aid options, the admissions process, and more. It's our goal to answer all of your questions!
Whats the cost?
The cost for this exciting weekend is only $35, and that includes all your meals, your room and a Welch College, admission to all events, and a Welch Colleget-shirt.
Dates for 2013-2014 Welcome Days
- November 7-9, 2013
- April 17-19,2014
If you would like to register a group, download the Welcome Days Registration Form and return by:
FAX to 615.844-5004
OR
MAIL to:
Enrollment Management Team
3606 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37205
OR
Email to recruit@welch.edu
Schedule of Events
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, April 18 | 4:00-5:00 PM | Registration | Student Center |
| Thursday, April 18 | 4:00-5:00 PM | Activities Fair | Student Center |
| Thursday, April 18 | 5:00-5:15 PM | Welcome | Auditorium |
| Thursday, April 18 | 5:30-6:30 PM | Dinner | Cafeteria |
| Thursday, April 18 | 6:45-10:00 PM | Group Activities | Gym |
| Thursday, April 18 | 10:00 PM | Return to Dorms (11:30 Curfew) |
Dorm |
| Thursday, Jan. 31 | 10:00-11:30 PM | Spiritual Life Groups (check with host for time) |
Dorm |
| Friday, April 19 | 8:00-8:55 AM | Breakfast | Cafeteria |
| Friday, April 19 | 9:00-9:55 AM | Classes | See Schedule |
| Friday, April 19 | 10:05-10:45 AM | Chapel | Auditorium |
| Friday, April 19 | 10:50-11:30 AM | Senior/Sponsor President Reception | Thigpen Theater |
| Friday, Feb. 1 | 11:00-11:50 AM | Class | See Schedule |
| Friday, April 19 | 12:00-12:45 AM | Lunch | Cafeteria |
| Friday, April 19 | 1:00-2:00 PM | Workshop for Seniors Free Time for non-Seniors |
Thigpen Theater |
| Friday, April 19 | 2:30-5:00 PM | Pick Your Activities | |
| 2:00 PM | Men's Basketball | Gym | |
| 2:30 PM | Family Feud (Welch Style) | Thigpen Theater | |
| 3:00 PM | Women's Basketball | Gym | |
| 3:00 PM | Campus Tour | Student Center | |
| 4:00 PM | Women's Volleyball | Gym | |
| Friday, April 19 | 5:30-6:30 PM | Dinner | Cafeteria |
| Friday, April 19 | 7:00-9:00 PM | "Music Man" | Auditorium |
| Friday, April 19 | 9:30 -11:00 PM | Pizza/Recap | Student Center |
| Saturday, April 20 | 8:00-8:45 AM | Continental Breakfast | Common Grounds Coffee Shop (receive your parting gift) |
*Schedule Subject to Change
What Should I Bring?
You will be staying in the dorm, so you will need:
- bedding
- towels and wash cloths
- toiletries
What's the Dress Code?
We thought you might ask, so here you go.
Men:Thursday evening and Friday afternoon activities:
- (Casual) Jeans, t-shirt, polo, athletic wear
- Collared shirt and khaki/dress pants
- Collared shirt and khaki/dress pants
Women:
Thursday evening and Friday afternoon activities:
- (Casual) Jeans, khakis or capris
- Dress or skirt and blouse
- Dress or dress pants or skirt with blouse
