Belles Beginnings

Aug 20 - 23

Saint Mary's College

Welcome home!

Thursday, August 20 kicks off our traditional, new-student orientation for students—Belles Beginnings. In-person, student and family orientation will begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday and will continue through Sunday, August 23. Parents and families are welcome to join us for a portion of the programming. This weekend is designed to make your transition to campus smooth, informative—and fun.

Here's a preview of what you can expect, but there's so much more! Watch this page for more information:

Thursday

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Check-In and Move-In for first year and transfer students, Angela Athletic & Wellness Center
4 – 5 p.m. Transfer Student Reception, Welsh Parlor, Haggar College Center
6:30 p.m. Closing the Circle (students only), Le Mans Green
6:35 p.m. First Walk Down the Avenue (Families and friends gather on both sides of The Avenue), The Avenue

Friday

11 a.m. Prayer Service and Blessing, Holy Spirit Chapel, 3rd Floor, Le Mans Hall
1 – 4 p.m. Afternoon Adventures

Saturday

8 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast with Welcome Week Leaders, Noble Family Dining Hall, Student Center|
8:30 – 10:25 a.m. The Smick Show, O’Laughlin Auditorium, Moreau Center
8:30 p.m. BelleFest (& DomerFest), Lacrosse Field

Sunday

1 p.m. Nature Walk, Saint Mary’s Nature Trail
5 p.m. Fall Convocation, O’Laughlin Auditorium, Moreau Center
6 – 8 p.m. Belles Bash, Le Mans Green