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Parents & Families New Warriors Family Weekend

November 3-5, 2023

Parents and guardians of new Westmont students are invited to campus in November to see how your student is settling in to campus life. You can attend one of our open classes, attend chapel and to get a taste of collegiate life yourself! 

Sample schedule is below -- final schedule and registration coming soon. 

Friday, November 3, 2023

Attend a Class 
Open classes that are welcoming guests will be listed here. Be prepared to participate -- and expect challenging content! 

Check-In 
Location: President's Patio, Kerrwood Hall (after 2 p.m.--and rain plan--check-in at the Parent Relations office, second floor of Kerrwood Hall, Room 206)
Check in. Say hello, pick up your name tag and a cup of coffee or tea as you begin your day.

Worship in Chapel
Worship with the Westmont community. 

Art Exhibit
Location: Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art

Lunch Available at the Dining Commons (DC)
Take your student out for lunch in town or stay on campus and dine in the DC. 
Lunch: adults $9 and children $5 (ages 2-10). The DC is cashless. Accepts all credit cards and Apple Pay.

Reception and Greeting from the President
Westmont President Gayle D. Beebe warmly welcomes you, your student and family to a short reception. Enjoy delicious refreshments and hear a greeting from Westmont's president.

Dinner Available at the Dining Commons 
Enjoy dinner in Santa Barbara with your student or pick up dinner at the Dining Commons. 


SATURDAY, November 4, 2023

Check-In 
Location: Outside Page Hall
If you have not already checked in, get your name tag and enjoy a light breakfast and coffee or tea before heading inside for a helpful presentation. 

     Learn how the COVE Career Center can help students in their first year and beyond!
     Location: Page Multi-Purpose Room

     Valuable Insights from the Vice President of Student Life
     Location: Page Multi-Purpose Room

Art Exhibit 
Location: Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art

Visit the Westmont Bookstore
Location: Bookstore behind Kerrwood Hall.
Visit the bookstore one last time for great Westmont clothing, gifts, and books by faculty and alumni. 

Lunch Available at the Dining Commons
Pick up lunch in the DC with your student or take your student out to one of many great restaurants in the area!

Explore Santa Barbara! 
The day is for you to enjoy with your son or daughter. There are a number of fun, Free Things to Do in the Santa Barbara Area.

Dinner on the Town 
Enjoy dinner in town with your student. Consider taking along their roommate or new friend. This is a great time to listen and learn more about your student's college life so far. Here are some local favorites.


SUNDAY, November 5, 2023

Church
Attend church with your student and treat them to breakfast or lunch.


WEEKEND FAQs

A visiting family member has special needs.
Please email us at parents@westmont.edu or call (805) 565-6056 so we can advise on handicap parking or other questions.

Where should I park?
Parent Relations has reserved two parking lots especially for visiting parents and families (near the library & baseball parking lots) on Friday and Saturday. 

What are the bookstore hours?
You can stock up on Warrior gear during the following hours:
Friday 8:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Note, bookstore is closed during chapel, 10:30-11:20 a.m.)
Saturday 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 
Shop online at all hours here.

What athletic events are taking place?
You can find all the athletic team schedules here.

What are COVID Protocols?
Find updates here. 

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