As you approach your entry into Beaver Nation, we are excited to tell you how you will get your college journey off to an outstanding start — Blackburn’s Week of Welcome!

As new students to the College, your Blackburn journey begins with your first class during the Week of Welcome (WOW). Whether you will be living on campus or commuting, WOW is your opportunity to connect with your peers and establish Blackburn as YOURS.

In this class, Work College 101, you will receive training for your job in the Work Program and attend a series of faculty-facilitated workshops intended to prepare you for the classroom and college community.

Faculty-Facilitated Workshops

  • Academics at Blackburn
  • Value of the Work Program
  • Campus Resources
  • Communicating with Professionals/Peers
  • Studying and Time Management
  • Inclusivity and Belonging at Blackburn

You will have plenty of time to make new friends and meet with your fellow Beavers, attend practice if you’re a fall athlete, and settle into your new home away from home. The week will offer nightly social events and exclusive learning experiences, including:

  • Art Open House (music, theatre, art and creative writing)
  • Science Open House (vivarium tour and lab experiments)
  • Stress Management Activities (mindfulness meditation and build-a-beaver)
  • Clubs and Organizations Fair
  • Open Gym and Blitz Ball/Gaming in Buzz’s Hideout
Nov 08
Friday, November 08, 2024

Last day of early registration for Spring 2025 semester

Nov 08 - All day

Nov 11
Monday, November 11, 2024

Veterans Day Convocation

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Nov 22
Friday, November 22, 2024

Last day to withdraw passing from a class

Nov 22 - All day

Nov 27
Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Thanksgiving Holiday

Nov 27 8:00 AM - Nov 29 5:00 PM

Dec 09
Monday, December 09, 2024

Study Day

Dec 09 - All day

Dec 10
Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Double Instruction Period

Dec 10 8:00 AM - Dec 13 5:00 PM

Dec 13
Friday, December 13, 2024

Course instruction ends

Dec 13 - All day

Dec 16
Monday, December 16, 2024

Final grade rosters due by 1:00 pm

Dec 16 - All day

Dec 20
Friday, December 20, 2024

Campus Closed for Winter Break

Dec 20 - All day

Jan 02
Thursday, January 02, 2025

Tuition, Room, and Board

Jan 02 - All day

Jan 06
Monday, January 06, 2025

Campus Opens from Winter Break Administrative Offices Open

Jan 06 - All day

Jan 20
Monday, January 20, 2025

MLK Jr. Day Observed College Holiday

Jan 20 - All day

Department of English & Communications

Dr. Karen Dillon

Professor of English & Communications; Week of Welcome Coordinator

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