See updates on our COVID-19 plans at aquinas.edu/saintstogether.
Life at Aquinas College
New Student & Transfer Orientation
Save the date for the 2021 New Student & Transfer Orientation program - *Please note: Move-in for Residential Students will take place on Saturday, August 21
Sunday, August 22, 2021, through Tuesday, August 24, 2021
First Day of Classes- Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Please check the New Student Checklist (listed to the left) for tasks to ensure overall success.
Schedule as of May 2021
All Orientation Activities are required for students
Sunday, August 22: All Day
Community Luncheon*
Orientation Kick Off*
Class Photo
Community Standards
Diversity/Inclusion Keynote/Activity
Sunday Evening Mass
Student Senate Sponsored Casino Night
Monday, August 23: All DAY
Mental/Personal Safety
Class Tree Planting Project
Community building activity
Sustainability Activity
Tuesday, August 24: All Day
Project Unite (Service Project)
Academic Success
AQ Programming Board Evening Glow Dance Party
Wednesday, August 25
First Year Experience Class
All COVID safety protcols will be enforced provided by AQ Opens Team and Kent County Health officials.
Expected learning outcomes for New Student Orientation:
Mission
1. Recognize our inclusive mission and the values of Aquinas College,
2. Recognize the Dominican pillars of Prayer, Study, Service, and Community
Academics
3. Continue to understand the academic expectations of Aquinas College
4. Identify campus resources critical to their success.
Student Experience
5. Demonstrate what it means to be an engaged and excited Aquinas Saint
6. Learn and navigate the physical campus environment and the greater Grand Rapids community
7. Recognize the Aquinas College community's culture of respect
Are you an admitted student looking to register for STAR? Visit the STAR page for more information and the registration link!
Questions? Feel free to contact the Student Activities & Orientation office at sao@aquinas.edu.