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Welcome Weekend 2025

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Tue, Aug 26, 2025 8:00 AM –

Mon, Sep 1, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (GMT-5)

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The College of St. Scholastica

1200 Kenwood Ave Duluth MN Tower 26,

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Welcome to CSS Class of 2029!

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Upcoming Events

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
8:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Breakfast

Breakfast in Greenview Dining Room

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups

Prepare for your last day of Welcome Weekend!

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Mitchell Auditorium
Connecting the Dots as a Community of Saints

Connecting the Dots as a Community of Saints! Your last required lecture for Welcome Weekend!

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
11:20 AM – 1:00 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Lunch/Final Delta Group Meeting

Lunch Closes at 1:30 p.m.

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Dignitas First Class Meeting

Your first Dignitas class! Your Delta will escort you to your classroom and be sure you know where to go.

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Cor Student Center
Transfer Student Welcome

Transfer students are welcome to join us for tours and an awesome swag bag! We will answer your questions as you get ready to begin your time with CSS!

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
CSS Bus Stop
Community & Beyond - Canal Park Touring

First bus leaves at 3 p.m. from St. Scholastica bus stop (between Tower Hall & Science Building) and loops. Last bus leaves at 6:45 from Canal Park

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
3:30 PM – 7:00 PM
CSS Bus Stop
Community & Beyond - Bus to Target

First bust at 3 p.m. from St. Scholastica bus stop (between Tower Hall & Science Building) and loops. Last bus leaves at 6:45 p.m. from Target

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
3:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Cor Student Center
Community & Beyond - Hike through Chester

Take a hike through Chester park and enjoy a treat! Meet in the Cor

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Dinner

Dinner in Greenview Dining Room

Mon, Sep 01, 2025
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Mitchell Auditorium
David Anthony Comedy Hypnotist Show

Imagine the person that was sitting next to you just a few minutes ago is now up on stage and can’t remember their own name or better yet on the stage claiming that their belly button was stolen! This is just the beginning of what to expect. David will invite anyone who wants to get hypnotized on stage. In just a few moments, the volunteers fall into a hypnotic trance. OPEN TO THE WHOLE CAMPUS!

Upcoming Events

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Brunch

Brunch in Greenview Dining Room

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups / Touring Campus

Find your classes and campus resources! Bring a copy of your class schedule too!

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
2:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Student Union
Cookies

Cookies in the Student Union

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
Mitchell Auditorium
Being Healthy: Striving for Benedictine Balance

Hear about the Benedictine Balance by a group of presenters!

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Mitchell Auditorium
Student Success Panel

Meet in Mitchell Auditorium for a Student Success Panel by TRIO Student Support Services

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Lawn in front of Tower Hall
CSS Move-In Sale

Thrift for your dorm or apartment

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Mitchell Foyer
Snack

Grab a snack after class before going back in the Mitchell

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Student Health Services, Somers G42
Student Health Services Open House

Join us for dessert in Student Health Services!

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Dinner

Dinner in Greenview Dining Room

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Library
Game Night

Board games, card games, Mario Kart races, D&D, free stickers, and pizza!

Sun, Aug 31, 2025
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Alpha Chi Lawn
Movie on the Hill

Grab a blanket to watch Monsters University outside on the lawn! Stop at the top of the hill for some popcorn, drinks, and candy!

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:15 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Breakfast

Breakfast in Greenview Dining Room

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups

Delta Groups in your Delta Locations

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
10:15 AM – 11:25 AM
Mitchell Auditorium
Building Relationships to Last

Building Relationships to Last with Sarah Stewart and Megan Perry-Spears

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Science Front Lawn
BBQ & Outdoors Games

Intramurals and Yard Games on Science Front Lawn hosted by Campus Recreation and a BBQ Lunch in Greenview Dining Room!

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
1:35 PM – 2:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups

Delta Groups in your Delta Locations

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Mitchell Auditorium
Loving Your Neighbor: What This Means at CSS - Sex Signals

For yourself and others to learn strategies in taking responsibility for your health and safety in college

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
Mitchell Auditorium
Getting Involved in Community: Residential Life & Student Activities

Getting Involved in Community: Residential Life & Student Activities

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Somers Main Lounge
Saints Social

Meet new friends over refreshments, games, and a chance to win prizes!

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Res Life Family Floor Dinners

Commuting Students will meet at 5:45 in Somers Main Lounge

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Storm's Atrium
Succulent Planting

Decorate a terracotta pot and pick a plant to make your new space feel like home!

Sat, Aug 30, 2025
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Storm's Den
Moonlight Mixer

Photo Booth, DJ, Glow Sticks, Stickers, and Lots of Free Food!

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Somers Hall 168
Welcome Refreshments

Lemonade, coffee, and bakery items

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Lot 5 and The Port
Move Into Your New CSS Home

Welcome Home! Check in for Welcome Weekend and move in your belongings. Students who have arrived early or who are commuting can check in between noon and 2 p.m. at The Port

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel
Catholic Mass

Join us and the Sisters of the St. Scholastica Monastery for Sunday Mass in Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel. All are welcome! New students attending Delta Groups after Mass are excused to be late to their Delta Groups for Mass. Please tell your Delta leaders you are attending Mass and might be late!

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Greenview Dining Room, Somers Hall
Enjoy a Free Lunch

Free lunch is available for new students and families

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Stewardship Red

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Stewardship Yellow

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Stewardship Purple

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Purple

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Hospitality Purple

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Purple

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Stewardship Orange

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Love of Learning Yellow

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Yellow

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Hospitality Red

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Red

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Stewardship Pink

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Pink

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Hospitality Pink

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Pink

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Yellow

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Orange

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Orange

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Green

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Blue

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Blue

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Benedictine Commons
Parent and Family Reception

Join College leadership for a reception! All parents and families welcome!

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups

Your first Delta Group Meeting!

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Love of Learning Blue

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Hospitality Blue

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Stewardship Blue

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Community Green

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Hospitality Green

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Love of Learning Green

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Hospitality Orange

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Love of Learning Pink

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Love of Learning Red

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Delta Locations
Delta Groups - Respect Red

Your first Delta Group Meeting

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
Mitchell Auditorium
Welcome to the Neighborhood

Welcome to the Neighborhood!

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Greenview Dining Room
Celebration Dinner

Celebration Dinner with your Delta Groups during your assigned meal times!

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
7:00 PM – 7:55 PM
Residential Life Wings, Commuters in Somers Main Lounge
Res Life Wing Meetings & Commuting Students Meeting

Meeting with your Residential Life wings. Commuters meet in Somers Main Lounge

Fri, Aug 29, 2025
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Reif Gymnasium
Saints Synergy

Res Life will bring students over to Reif Gymnasium for Saints Synergy

Fri, Aug 29, 2025 9:30 PM
Sat, Aug 30, 2025 11:00 PM
Grove's Lawn
Back to School Bonfire

Live music, ice cream treats, s'mores, lawn games, and a bonfire!

Thu, Aug 28, 2025
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Student Center
Delta Training

Delta training before Welcome Weekend!

Wed, Aug 27, 2025
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Student Center
Delta Training

Delta training before Welcome Weekend!

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The College of St. Scholastica

1200 Kenwood Ave Duluth MN Tower 26,

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