Inside Linfield -
McMinnville Campus Orientation
Linfield offers a series of activities for parents and family members of new students to learn more about academic and social life at Linfield. We also have previously recorded information sessions on various topics that may be of interest to you.
New student regular arrival check-in
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Outside Riley Hall on Founders Way, enter on Linfield and Blaine Avenues
New Student Welcome Zone
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
IM field, near Riley/Walker Halls
detailed information can be found in arrival packet
Optional campus tours
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m.
Depart from Welcome Zone
Food trucks
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Pioneer Way
all new students may pick up a voucher for a free meal, courtesy of ASLU
additional food available for purchase by parents and families
Orientación en español
(Invitation only)
3 - 7 p.m.
Nicholson Library
Food trucks or dine out in McMinnville
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Pioneer Way
all new students may pick up a voucher for a free meal, courtesy of ASLU
additional food available for purchase by parents and families
Cat Camp
A fun way to get to know the history and traditions of Linfield
8 p.m.
Memorial Football Stadium
Coffee hour for parents
Time: 9 - 9:45 a.m.
People fountain, east of Dillin Hall
Opening Convocation
10 - 11 a.m.
Ted Wilson Gymnasium
Lunch
Students who are on the meal plan will receive lunch. If you wish to join your student, you may be able to purchase tickets at the door.
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dillin Hall
Linfield First Scholars parents' program
Special information for those parents whose students are part of the Linfield First Scholars (first generation) program
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium, Melrose Hall
How to parent a college student
Hear from the provost, vice president for student affairs, the dean of students and parent relations. Ask questions and get answers. Participate in a fun, surprise activity.
1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
Ted Wilson Gymnasium
Parent reception
3 - 4 p.m.
Oak Grove
Parent/student goodbyes
4 - 4:45 p.m.
Your student's residence hall