Wheaton College Massachusetts

Admission Spotlight: Business & Management
2020-09-28 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Online
These sessions are the perfect opportunity to take a deep dive into an academic subject or extracurricular activity that interests you. Whether you want to learn more about majoring in biology or studying abroad, these 1-hour sessions led by faculty and staff in each subject area, as well as our current students, are a great way to really see what’s happening at Wheaton. Sign up for a session—or even all of them!—and jump in.
In this session, learn how Wheaton’s innovative business and management program enables students to explore the role of business in today’s global society. We believe that business is about more than earning profits: Wheaton students develop the skills needed to create positive social impact in the world.
Register for Admission Spotlight: Business & Management
Full list of Admission Spotlight Series sessions

Run With Roary Virtual 5k
2020-09-28, 2020-09-27, 2020-09-26, 2020-09-25, 2020-09-24 | Virtual
Join the Wheaton community from all around the world for our first ever Run with Roary Virtual 5k! Participants can walk, run, or bike, all at their own pace, on their own time, and in their current locations. Complete a 5k (3.1 miles) between the dates of September 24-30, 2020 and be a part of our community goal of 1,834 miles. Participants at every level are encouraged to join!
$20 for alumni, parents, families, faculty, staff and friends
$10 for Wheaton students
Learn more and register

It's Elemental: Earth
2020-09-26 13:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-25 13:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-24 13:00 - 20:00, 2020-09-23 13:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-19 13:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-18 13:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-17 13:00 - 20:00 and 5 more dates | Watson Fine Arts – Beard and Weil Galleries, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Third in a series of four biannual exhibitions curated by students enrolled in ARTH335: Exhibition Design, It’s Elemental: Earth considers how earth—in all of its forms—affects our world. Using objects from the Gebbie Archives & Special Collections and the Permanent Collection, each exhibition will explore one of the four classical elements: water, air, earth, fire.
The exhibition will be on display September 10–October 10, 2020.
Due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Beard & Weil Galleries will only be open to the on-campus Wheaton community during the fall 2020 semester. We will make every effort to make our exhibitions available virtually during this time. We appreciate your patience as we navigate this global challenge and we look forward to welcoming you back to campus when we are able to resume normal operations.

Semester in the City Info Session
2020-09-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Are you interested in learning more about Semester in the City? This could be your opportunity to find your community, explore a new city, differentiate yourself, and contribute meaningful change to a social-impact organization. Through this program, you will learn more about yourself, discover your purpose, and begin building the network you need to succeed after graduation.
WAYS TO LEARN MORE
Attend an information session for Wheaton students where you’ll get to hear from 2-3 SITC alumni about their experiences! See the flyer attached for details and sign up here to attend.

Admission Spotlight: Education
2020-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Ready to get a closer look at all we offer?

These sessions are the perfect opportunity to take a deep dive into an academic subject or extracurricular activity that interests you. Whether you want to learn more about majoring in biology or studying abroad, these 1-hour sessions led by faculty and staff in each subject area, as well as our current students, are a great way to really see what’s happening at Wheaton. Sign up for a session—or even all of them!—and jump in.
In this session, learn how teachers educate, inspire, and change lives. At Wheaton you will learn how students learn, develop teaching and classroom management strategies, and hone your assessment and communication skills.
Register for Admission Spotlight: Education
Full list of Admission Spotlight Series sessions

Student Flu Shot Clinic at Norton Medical Center
2020-09-23 08:00 - 12:30
Flu shots are now mandated by the state of Massachusetts and all students who attend any classes or activities on campus, even once are subject to this requirement.
All students residing on campus or attending any classes or activities on campus will need to provide proof of receipt of a flu shot to Student Health Services by December 1st unless exempt for medical or religious reasons. This requirement does not apply to you if all instruction and activities are conducted remotely and you are never on campus in person.
Flu Shot Clinics at Norton Medical Center
Wheaton’s designated health center, located right next to the Old Town Hall COVID-19 testing building
Walk-in; no appointment necessary – First come, first served
Monday, September 14th, from 8 AM – 12:30 PM
and Monday, October 5th, from 9 AM – 12:30 PM
COST: Free when covered by insurance
You must bring your health insurance card with you to the appointment.
All charges will be submitted to your health insurance and deductibles and copays apply. Please check with your insurance company to confirm coverage.
If you can’t attend either of these clinics, the local Walgreens and CVS administer the flu shot on a walk-in basis daily. Call the pharmacy to ensure availability.
CVS 508-285-4032
Walgreens 508-285-4961
Questions? Contact Cynthia Maricle, Associate Director, Student Health Services, at maricle_cynthia@wheatoncollege.edu or Valerie Tobia, Director of Counseling and Health Services, at tobia_valerie@wheatoncollege.edu.

Admission Spotlight: Film & New Media and Visual Arts
2020-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
Ready to get a closer look at all we offer?

These sessions are the perfect opportunity to take a deep dive into an academic subject or extracurricular activity that interests you. Whether you want to learn more about majoring in biology or studying abroad, these 1-hour sessions led by faculty and staff in each subject area, as well as our current students, are a great way to really see what’s happening at Wheaton. Sign up for a session—or even all of them!—and jump in.
In this session, learn how Visual Arts and Film and New Media Studies helps students acquire the skills, knowledge, and experiences that will help them to become part of the creative economy, or to pursue a wide range of other professional or entrepreneurial interests.
Register for Admission Spotlight: Film & New Media and Visual Arts
Full list of Admission Spotlight Series sessions

Student Flu Shot Clinic at Norton Medical Center
2020-09-14 08:00 - 12:30
Flu shots are now mandated by the state of Massachusetts and all students who attend any classes or activities on campus, even once are subject to this requirement.
All students residing on campus or attending any classes or activities on campus will need to provide proof of receipt of a flu shot to Student Health Services by December 1st unless exempt for medical or religious reasons. This requirement does not apply to you if all instruction and activities are conducted remotely and you are never on campus in person.
Flu Shot Clinics at Norton Medical Center
Wheaton’s designated health center, located right next to the Old Town Hall COVID-19 testing building
Walk-in; no appointment necessary – First come, first served
Monday, 9/14, from 8 AM – 12:30 PM
or
Monday, October 5th, from 9 AM – 12:30 PM
COST: Free when covered by insurance
You must bring your health insurance card with you to the appointment.
All charges will be submitted to your health insurance and deductibles and copays apply. Please check with your insurance company to confirm coverage.
If you can’t attend either of these clinics, the local Walgreens and CVS administer the flu shot on a walk-in basis daily. Call the pharmacy to ensure availability.
CVS 508-285-4032
Walgreens 508-285-4961
Questions? Contact Cynthia Maricle, Associate Director, Student Health Services, at maricle_cynthia@wheatoncollege.edu or Valerie Tobia, Director of Counseling and Health Services, at tobia_valerie@wheatoncollege.edu.

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
2020-09-11 11:00 - 11:30 | Online
Join the Office of the President and the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life for our annual 9/11 commemoration in honor of the lives lost in the September 11th terror attacks.
Find the zoom link to join in your email or visit the Center for Social Justice and Community Impact on Engage.

Virtual Gallery Opening—It's Elemental: Earth
2020-09-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
Third in a series of four biannual exhibitions curated by students enrolled in ARTH335: Exhibition Design, It’s Elemental: Earth considers how earth—in all of its forms—affects our world. Using objects from the Gebbie Archives & Special Collections and the Permanent Collection, each exhibition will explore one of the four classical elements: water, air, earth, fire.
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwode6uqTgqEtI2bsa3bR6ihGoaAyDM3B0Y
The exhibition will be on display September 10–October 10, 2020.
Due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Beard & Weil Galleries will only be open to the on-campus Wheaton community during the fall 2020 semester. We will make every effort to make our exhibitions available virtually during this time. We appreciate your patience as we navigate this global challenge and we look forward to welcoming you back to campus when we are able to resume normal operations.

Performing Arts Meet & Greet
2020-08-27 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Interested in getting involved in the performing arts? Faculty, staff and students from the music, theatre and dance programs will be available to answer questions about academic and co-curricular opportunities.
Register via Zoom

Opening Convocation 2020
2020-08-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Virtual Program
The event will begin broadcasting at 5:00 pm EDT. Click play to start.

Order of Exercises
Prelude
Prelude in C Major BWV 545 by J. S. Bach (1685-1750)
Welcome
Dennis M. Hanno
President
Wheaton Anthem (Verses 1 and 3)
Led by Artie Street ’21
A Song for the Sesquicentennial 1984,
words and music by Carlton T. Russell,
Professor of Music Emeritus
Greetings
Zachary Irish
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Abaigeal Lypps ’21
President, Student Government Association
Dennis M. Hanno
President
Keynote Address:
“If Not Now, When?”
Renée White
Provost
Closing
Dennis M. Hanno
President
Wheaton Anthem (Verses 4 and 5)
Led by Artie Street ’21
With past and present members of Voices United to Jam and Chamber Singers: Yifei (Veronica) Yin ’21, Deanna Biddy ’17, Ian Hamilton ’21, Amanda Gerken-Nelson ’07, Michael Vallerie ’21, Jill Hirst ’21, and Elyse Hendrickson Seltzer ’07
Postlude
Marche Triomphale by Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933)

Family and Friend Roundtable with Campus Leadership 2020
2020-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Parents, family and friends of our new students are invited to join President Hanno and other campus leadership for a roundtable discussion on Wheaton College, your student’s transition and what to expect during their first semester. Registration is required.

Virtual Program
Please register below and you will receive a follow up email with webinar information.
Program Registration
Please visit the Fall Orientation – Welcome Weekend page for a full listing of events and other helpful information.

President's Welcome Ceremony 2020
2020-08-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
President’s Welcome Ceremony 2020
For New Students and Families

Virtual Program
https://youtu.be/ZgZusQUtE2E
Visit this page on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. to view this event and click the play button to start.
Please visit the Fall Orientation – Welcome Weekend page for a full listing of events and other helpful information.

Order of Exercises

Welcome
Dennis M. Hanno
President

Greetings
Walter Caffey
Vice President for Enrollment and Dean of Admission & Student Aid
Renée White
Provost
Zachary Irish
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Abaigeal Lypps ʼ21
President, Student Government Association
Meshal Muzaffar ʼ21
Chair, College Hearing Board

Closing
Dennis M. Hanno
President
