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New Student Welcome Week Schedules
We are excited to welcome all of our new eagles to Juniata! We have important, informative, and most importantly, fun events for all of our new students! Your schedule is tailored to you based upon the August activities you are participating in. Please make sure to find your corresponding schedule and review in detail.
Fall Athlete Schedule
Schedule for Students Arriving on Tuesday, August 22
Commuter Student Welcome Week Schedule
Inbound Session 2 Schedules - refer to your specific retreat schedule below.
*Printed copies of your schedule are available at the Campus Life Office located in Ellis Hall.
Student Group Assignments
For a few of our welcome week activities, students are assigned to specific groups and locations. Please review your assignments below.
Inbound Student Retreat Assignments
Understanding Yourself as a Juniatian Small Group Assignments - Tuesday, August 22 & Wednesday, August 23
New Student Advisor Lunch Room Assignments - Wednesday, August 23
*Printed copies of your assignments are available at the Campus Life Office located in Ellis Hall.
Visual & Performing Arts: This retreat is one that allows for incoming students to express themselves through the creation of their own visual art. All experience levels are welcome. Travel time is high and activity level is low.
Camping & Outdoor Exploration: In this retreat, you will camp off-campus at one of the local camping and natural areas. Other outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, and time at Raystown Lake will be incorporated. Travel time is high and activity level is moderate.
Fun & Games: For those students who enjoy games, arcades, and other similar activities. Excursions include a trip to an escape room and other related activities. Travel time is moderate and activity level is low.
Leadership: This retreat will allow for participants the opportunity to learn more about themselves and how they engage in group settings. They will participate in team building activities, including a ropes course. Travel time is low and activity level is low.
Outdoor Adventures: Incorporating some favorite activities, this retreat will involve activities such as river tubing, high ropes, and other outdoor activities. Travel time is high and activity level is high.
Plexus: Juniata's Plexus retreat is designed to allow new students with passion about multiculturalism to meet other new and returning students and offer their friendship, support, and guidance. Travel time is low and activity level is low.
Rock Climbing: Student who participate in this retreat will explore the local natural areas through hiking, rock climbing, and bouldering. Travel time is moderate and activity level is high.
Sports & Recreation: This retreat is one that incorporates the enjoyment of sports with other outdoor activities. Including going to a baseball game, time at Raystown Lake, and other activities, students of all experience levels will be able to enjoy a variety of activities. Travel time is moderate and activity level is moderate.
Wildlife: For students that are interested in environmental studies or even just enjoy the outdoors, this retreat spends time at the field station on Raystown Lake, including an overnight stay. Travel time is moderate and activity level is low.