Welcome Week Schedule

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14

BRUIN BASH | Students Only | 7:30-9:00 pm | Main Lawn

For students moving in on Thursday, we have your nighttime plans covered! Join us for Bruin Bash happening on the main lawn Thursday night from 7:30-9 p.m. This is a student only event. Students – come grab your free Belmont T–shirt at this event.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15

KICK OFF DINNER A | Students & Guests | 5:00-6:00 pm | Grand Maddox Atrium/Curb Event Center

Enjoy a complimentary dinner with your fellow classmates and their families. The Belmont community will be bustling with live music and great food!

OPENING SESSION A | Students & Guests | 6:15-7:15 pm | Curb Event Center

Join the Orientation Council, Belmont faculty/staff, and Tower Team Leaders as you learn more about the amazing journey you are about to begin. 

BRUIN BASH | Students Only | 7:30-9:00 pm | Main Lawn

For students moving in on Thursday and Friday, we have your nighttime plans covered! Join us for Bruin Bash happening on the main lawn Thursday and Friday night from 7:30-9 p.m. This is a student only event. Students – come grab your free Belmont T–shirt at this event.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16

Students who attend the Friday night dinner and Friday opening session do not need to attend the Saturday night dinner and Saturday night opening session. However, all students will need to return Saturday night for Tower Jam Part I and II. Parents and Guests are invited to join in our Sunday morning events. See event details below. 

TOWER JAM PART I | Students Only | 7:15-7:45 pm | Curb Event Center

This high-energy kickoff event is designed for all new students joining the Bruin community! You won't want to miss it. 

TOWER JAM PART II : MEET YOUR TT GROUP | Students Only | 7:45-9:15 pm | Main Lawn

At this time, all new students, regardless of their move-in day, will meet their TT Group. Each TT Group consists of 15-25 new students and is led by 2-3 Tower Team Leaders (upperclassman). Jump in on this unforgettable experience and get connected to your Bruin Community.

CATHOLIC MASS | 9:30-10:30 pm | Janet Ayers Academic Center University Chapel

Catholic Mass will be held in the University Chapel and is open to anyone wishing to participate.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17

WORSHIP SERVICE | Students & Guests | 8:45-9:30 am | Curb Event Center

Begin your Sunday Towering Traditions experience with a time of worship and celebration. This meaningful time of song, prayer, scripture reading and short meditation from our University Minister sets the tone for the academic year. All are welcome for this time of reflection and celebration.

MATRICULATION SERVICE | Students & Guests | 9:45-10:30 am | Curb Event Center

Each year, Belmont University welcomes its new students with a Matriculation Ceremony to signify their acceptance into the school’s academic program.

GUEST DISMISSAL |  10:30-11 am | Curb Event Center

At this time, we start our student-only portion of Welcome Week. Parents and guests, we ask you to plan travel accordingly and leave campus by 11 a.m., allowing your student to fully participate in Welcome Week.

*At 11 am on Sunday, we will start our student only Welcome Week events.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15

BRUIN BASH | Students Only | 7:30-9:00 pm | Main Lawn

For students moving in on Thursday and Friday, we have your nighttime plans covered! Join us for Bruin Bash happening on the main lawn Thursday and Friday night from 7:30-9 p.m. This is a student only event. Students – come grab your free Belmont T–shirt at this event.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16

KICK OFF DINNER B | Students & Guests | 5:00-6:00 pm | Grand Maddox Atrium/Curb Event Center

Enjoy a complimentary dinner with your fellow classmates and their families. The Belmont community will be bustling with live music and great food!

OPENING SESSION B | Students & Guests | 6:15-7:15 pm | Curb Event Center

Join the Orientation Council, Belmont faculty/staff, and Tower Team Leaders as you learn more about the amazing journey you are about to begin.

TOWER JAM PART I | Students Only | 7:15-7:45 pm | Curb Event Center

This high-energy kickoff event is designed for all new students joining the Bruin community! You won't want to miss it. 

TOWER JAM PART II : MEET YOUR TT GROUP | Students Only | 7:45-9:15 pm | Main Lawn

At this time, all new students, regardless of their move-in day, will meet their TT Group. Each TT Group consists of 15-25 new students and is led by 2-3 Tower Team Leaders (upperclassman). Jump in on this unforgettable experience and get connected to your Bruin Community.

CATHOLIC MASS | 9:30-10:30 pm | Janet Ayers Academic Center University Chapel

Catholic Mass will be held in the University Chapel and is open to anyone wishing to participate.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17

WORSHIP SERVICE | Students & Guests | 8:45-9:30 am | Curb Event Center

Begin your Sunday Towering Traditions experience with a time of worship and celebration. This meaningful time of song, prayer, scripture reading and short meditation from our University Minister sets the tone for the academic year. All are welcome for this time of reflection and celebration.

MATRICULATION SERVICE | Students & Guests | 9:45-10:30 am | Curb Event Center

Each year, Belmont University welcomes its new students with a Matriculation Ceremony to signify their acceptance into the school’s academic program.

GUEST DISMISSAL |  10:30-11 am | Curb Event Center

At this time, we start our student-only portion of Welcome Week. Parents and guests, we ask you to plan travel accordingly and leave campus by 11 a.m., allowing your student to fully participate in Welcome Week.

*At 11 am on Sunday, we will start our student only Welcome Week events.

MEET YOUR TT GROUP
11:00-11:15 am | Main Lawn

LUNCH WITH YOUR TT GROUP
11:15-1:00 pm | Harrington Place Dining

THE TT THREE
1:00-4:30 pm | Various Locations

CHURCH FAIR
4:00-5:30 pm | North Lawn

DINNER
4:30-6:30 pm | Harrington Place Dining

MAIN SESSION 2 | STORYTELLING SESSION
7:00-9:00 pm | Curb Event Center

RESHALL HANGOUT HOSTED BY SPIRITUAL LIFE AMBASSADORS
9:00-10:30 pm | ResHalls

FITREC OPEN HOUSE
9:00-11:00 pm | Fitness Center in Beaman Student Life Center

FITNESS CENTER OPEN
7:00-9:00 am | Fitness Center in Beaman Student Life Center

MORNING WORSHIP
8:15-8:45 am | Janet Ayers Academic Center Chapel

MORNING WALK
8:15-8:45 am | Meet at McWhorter Fountain

MAIN SESSION 3: A COMMUNITY OF LEARNING
9:00-9:30 am | Curb Event Center

MEET WITH YOUR ACADEMIC COLLEGE
9:30-11:00 am | Various Locations

LUNCH
11:00am-1:00 pm | Harrington Place Dining

NEW STUDENT SURVEY + BRUINLINK CHECKLIST
1:00-2:00 pm | TT Rooms

BRUIN VETS WELCOME SESSION 
1:00-2:00 pm | Bruin Vets Center, Fidelity 301

MAIN SESSION 4: A COMMUNITY OF CARE
2pm-4:00 pm | Curb Event Center

ORGANIZE YOUR ROOM
4:15-5:00 pm | ResHall

COMMUTER MEETUP
4:15-5:00 pm | Bell Tower Patio

DINNER
4:30-6:45 pm | Harrington Place Dinner

MAIN SESSION 5: THE BIG GAME
6:45-9:00 pm | Curb Event Center

BELMONT BREAKDOWN + FITREC OPEN HOUSE
9:00-10:30 pm | Various Locations

FITNESS CENTER OPEN
7:00-9:00 am | Fitness Center in Beaman Student Life Center

HONORS STUDENT MEETING
9:00-9:45 am | Johnson Theater

MAIN SESSION 7: YOUR COMMUNITY
10:00-11:45 am | Curb Event Center 

MAKE A CONNECTIONS INTEREST FAIR
11:30 am-1:30 pm | Maddox Grand Atrium

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT FAIR
11:45 am-1:30 pm | Maddox Grand Atrium 

LUNCH
11:45 am-1:30 pm | Harrington Place Dining

CLASSROOM TOURS
2:45-3:30 pm | Welcome Week Rooms

EXPLORE NASHVILLE
3:30-7:00 pm | Various locations in Nashville

MOTION PICTURES SEMINAR & SAFETY TEST (mandatory for all MOT, MDP, FTW, and CTS majors)
3:00-5:00 pm | Johnson Theater

MANDATORY RESHALL MEETING | Freshman halls only
7:00-8:00 pm | At your ResHall

LIFE UNDER THE TOWER
8:15-9:15 pm | Curb Event Center