Week of Welcome

WOW Week of Welcome

Friday, August 23

Noon-12:50 p.m. • Dual-Degree Engineering Information Session 
Lillard Science Center, Room 100
If you are interested in careers in engineering, please attend this brief presentation of details about the dual degree engineering program between Lake Forest College and Washington University as well as other engineering opportunities. If you are unable to attend, please email professor Mueggenburg at mueggenburg@lakeforest.edu

3-3:50 p.m. - Theater Information Session
Hixon Theater
Discover the vibrant world of theater at Lake Forest College. You'll learn about all the performance, production, and technical opportunities available to student, and how you can become part of our dynamic theater community.

7-9 p.m. - Hypnosis Show 
Lillard Science Center, McCormick Auditorium 
Witness a jaw-dropping show where volunteers explore the wonders of their mind.


Monday, August 26

11 a.m.-1 p.m. • Student Government Open House
Mohr Student Center, Simpson Balconies
Meet the Student Government Executive Board and learn about how you can become a Student Senator, represent the voice of your fellow Foresters, and advocate for the needs of the student body.


Wednesday, August 28

11 a.m.-1 p.m. • Forester Fair
Middle Campus Quad
This is your chance to see all the involvement opportunities on campus. Stop by and talk with representatives from student organizations, fraternities and sororities, club sports and intramurals. and campus offices!


Thursday, August 29

Noon-1 p.m. • Beyond the Forest: Off Campus Study Opportunities in Chicago and Abroad
Brown Hall, Tarble Rooms
Studying in Chicago or abroad (or both!) can positively impact your present and future self.
Learn about off campus opportunities, how best to plan for a term off campus, as well as the
personal and professional benefits of each experience.

7 p.m. - Pre-Health Advising and Health Professions Program: What are they and how can they help me?
Lillard Science Center, Room 044 

A presentation and Q&A with Professor Ann Maine, Chair of the Pre-health Committee and Director of the Health Professions Program and the Nursing Pathway Program.


Friday, August 30

5-8 p.m. • Welcome Back Kickback
Middle Campus Quad


Monday, September 2

1-4 p.m. - Forester Fun Fest
Middle Campus Quad


Tuesday, September 3

4-5:30 p.m. • Neuroscience: Our Brain is Who We Are
Lillard Science Center, Room 044
Information Session for all prospective majors.


Wednesday, September 4

Noon-12:50 p.m. • Education Information Session
Brown Hall, Room 121
Are you curious about teaching elementary, middle school, or high school? Come to this information session to learn about the Education program, including the various teaching tracks that lead to licensure.

4 p.m. - Pre-Health Advising and Health Professions Program: What are they and how can they help me?
Lillard Science Center, Room 044
A presentation and Q&A with Professor Ann Maine, Chair of the Pre-health Committee and Director of the Health Professions Program and the Nursing Pathway Program.

 


Thursday, September 5

11 a.m.-1 p.m. • Gorter Family Career Advancement Center Open House: Meet Your Advisor and Get Started with Career Planning
Brown Hall, Tarble Room
Meet career advisors and equip yourself with all you need to know about getting started with career planning at Lake Forest College! Drop in as you have time. At this fun interactive session, join a Career Pathway, complete your Handshake profile, and discover career planning resources. Plus, grab an amazing Career Pathway cupcake and win fun prizes! Everyone is welcome, and we especially encourage first-year students, transfer students, or anyone who wants to get started with career planning to join.

5-7 p.m.  "Daily Life and the Role of Music in Guinea"  and Guinean Drumming Demonstration-Workshop
Mohr Student Center, Calvin Durand Hall
All are welcome to learn about and celebrate Guinean culture! A Conversation in English, French, and Susu with Helen Bond, Director of the LFC West African Drumming Ensemble, and Fode Camara, Guinean performer and drum maker.


Friday, September 6

11 a.m.-1 p.m. • FRIES Day with Health and Wellness
Mohr Student Center
Use FRIES to learn about consent! Consent should be Freely given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and Specific. Come by the student center for fries, juice, resources and more! Meet the Zacharias Center staff and learn about their resources available to students. 

11:30-1:30 p.m. • Forester Friday Kickoff
Middle Campus Quad
Wear red and black to celebrate your Forester pride as Athletics kicks off the first Forester Friday of the year!

11:30-1:30 p.m. • Spin the Wheel with Student Affairs at Forester Friday Kickoff
Middle Campus Quad
Meet staff from Student Affairs and spin the wheel for a chance to win prizes. Every spin wins!

Noon - 12:50 p.m. - Politics and International Relations Information Session
Brown Hall, Room 253
Do you want to major in Politics and International Relations? Join us for an information session where we’ll explore the curriculum, involvement and research opportunities, and career pathways.


Saturday, September 7

1–3 p.m. • Football vs. Wisconsin Lutheran
Farwell Field
Heroes Day!


Sunday, September 8

Noon.-2 p.m. • Fraternity & Sorority Life BBQ
South Campus Quad
Join Fraternity and Sorority members for a weekend BBQ. All students are welcome!


Monday, September 9

10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Poster Sale
Middle Campus Quad
Whether you live on campus or commute, this is your chance to get all the posters you need to decorate your room!


Tuesday, September 10

10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Poster Sale
Middle Campus Quad
Whether you live on campus or commute, this is your chance to get all the posters you need to decorate your room!