Family Orientation

January Orientation for Families

We are excited to welcome you to Merrimack’s campus for our Spring Orientation sessions for families of incoming students! We have a full calendar of activities planned for you and your family.

Family Orientation Schedule

Spring Orientation for families of incoming students is Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

We have a full schedule of Orientation activities planned for you. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

January Orientation 2025 Family Schedule

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Time

Activity

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Check in - McQuade Auditorium

9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m

Welcome/Mission and Merrimack - McQuade Auditorium

Orientation kicks off with a welcome by Merrimack College leadership and our Orientation Team! Become immersed in the Merrimack culture and community and learn why every day is a great day to be a Warrior! Hear from Fr. Ray Dlugos about Merrimack’s history and mission.

10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

How to Best Support Your Warrior - McQuade Auditorium

Join our Dean of Students and staff from across the college to hear more about campus life, learn how students can get involved, and become familiar with the resources available to support your student.

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m

Family Reception - McQuade Lobby

An opportunity to mingle with other parents and families of incoming students. 


Noon - 4:30 p.m.

Campus Business; Optional Tour

Offices are open around campus for families to visit and ask any individual questions. An admissions ambassador will lead a tour from McQuade Library.

Connect With Us

Social Media

Get to know your future classmates and stay up to date on what’s happening at Merrimack.
Orientation Instagram
Office of Student Involvement Instagram

Campus Events Calendar

Programming throughout the fall to connect with your new classmates. View the Campus programming calendar

Mack Chat: Ask Me Anything!

Our chatbot, Mack, is your go-to for any questions you have. You ask! We’ll answer! (Tip: look at the bottom right corner of this page.)

Meet the Team

Our Orientation team is here for you. Stay in touch – we can’t wait to see you in person! Meet the Team