First-Year International Parents & Families Orientation Schedule
Monday, August 24
International Student & Family Welcome
Lawton Plaza
2:30–3:00 p.m.
Begin your journey at LMU with a welcome from university staff.
International Parent & Family Sessions
Hilton 100
3:00–4:30 p.m.
Receive information about university life and resources for your student so you can support them throughout their academic journey at LMU.
International Parent & Family Dinner
St. Robert's Auditorium
5:00–7:00 p.m.
Meet other international families and enjoy a complimentary dinner.
Thursday, August 27
Parent & Family Lounge Open
St. Robert’s Lawn
1:00–5:00 p.m.
Drop in to the Parent & Family Lounge for a quick break and chat with the university staff regarding any questions you have.
William H. Hannon Library Welcome & Tours
Hannon Library
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Take a 30-minute tour of the award-winning William H. Hannon Library and get a glimpse of their extensive collections, study spaces with beautiful views, computer labs, and library resources. Tours depart every 15 minutes.
Campus Walking Tours
Meet on St. Robert’s Lawn
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Parents, families, and students are invited to take a student-led, walking tour of the LMU campus.
Campus Resource Fair
St. Robert’s Lawn
3:00–5:00 p.m.
Join LMU Parent & Family Programs for a resource fair, where you can get your questions answered and speak with representatives from offices across campus, who serve your student.
Parent & Family Reception
Lawton Plaza
4:00–6:30 p.m.
Join fellow LMU parents for an outdoor reception, where you can relax and enjoy a glass of wine.
Friday, August 28
Parent & Family Lounge Open
St. Robert’s Lawn
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Drop in to the Parent & Family Lounge for a quick break and chat with the university staff regarding any questions you have.
Parents as Partners
St. Robert's Lawn
2:00–3:00 p.m.
The Senior Vice President of Student Affairs and Senior Student Affairs leaders will greet families and discuss how LMU can support your student’s undergraduate experience.
Seating for New Student Convocation
Lawton Plaza
3:00–3:45 p.m.
Lawton Plaza will open for seating at 3:00 p.m. Please note that seating is first-come, first-serve and is limited for parents, families, and guests.
New Student Convocation
Lawton Plaza
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Celebrate the start of your student's academic journey! This is the official university welcome for new students from LMU's faculty and leadership.
Celebration Dinner
Alumni Mall
5:00–8:00 p.m.
Experience the diversity of California cuisine during this food truck foray on Alumni Mall. Food truck offerings are complimentary to students and guests.
LMU Welcome Weekend Shabbat
Sculpture Garden
5:30–7:00 p.m.
Join Jewish Student Life to kick off the academic year, meet other Jewish students and families, get to know our community, and usher in Shabbat and the new year together.
The Welcome Jam: Building Community Together
St. Robert’s Lawn
6:30–8:00 p.m.
Join Student Success and Belonging programs for a vibrant community celebration, offering dessert, music, games, giveaways, and connection. Whatever your jam is, there's a place for you here!
Saturday, August 29
Parent & Family Lounge Open
St. Robert’s Lawn
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Drop in to the Parent & Family Lounge for a quick break and chat with the university staff regarding any questions you have.
Welcome Mass
Sacred Heart Chapel
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Students and families are invited to participate the time-honored tradition of LMU's annual Welcome Mass.