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S U M M E R O R I E N T A T I O N , A D V I S I N G & R E G I S T R A T I O N
BENEDICTINE COLLEGE
June 4-5, 2021 June 11-12, 2021or
Welcome to SOAR and the Raven Family!
We are thrilled your Benedictine College journey is beginning! This weekend you will become more familiar with campus, meet
future classmates, and finalize your first-year academic plans. Please use this program as
your weekend roadmap and connect with our staff if you have any further questions.
Campus COVID-19 ExpectationsBenedictine College events will adhere to Atchison County Health protocols and we will update our mitigation plans accordingly. We invite those who wish to continue using protective face coverings or masks to feel free to do so; however, this is not required. Your comfort and protection are paramount to us.
Staying Overnight & Key ReturnStudents: If you are scheduled to stay overnight Friday in a residence hall, you will receive your room key/key card at check-in. Please keep your key with you at all times. The designated residence hall for women is St. Scholastica Hall; the hall for men is Courtney S. Turner Hall. Return your room key/key card to the desk in the lower level of St. John Paul II Student Center.
Parents: If you are scheduled to stay overnight on campus, you will receive your room key/keycard at check-in. The designated residence hall for parents is St. Michael Hall. Please return your room key card desk in the lower level of St. John Paul II Student Center.
ParkingFeel free to park in any available parking space on campus.
MealsAll meals through Saturday lunch are complimentary.
Murphy Recreation CenterGuests (ages 17+) are welcome to utilize our 42,000 square-foot recreation center which includes basketball ball courts as well as strength equipment.• June 4: 6 - 8 a.m., 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., 5 - 7 p.m. • June 5: Closed• June 11: 6 - 8 a.m., 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.• June 12: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campus SecurityIf you have additional needs, please contact campus security at 913.360.8888.
Campus TourDepart from Haverty Center Friday: 5 p.m. Saturday: 11:30 a.m.
Room ViewingSaturday: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.• St. Scholastica Hall, 100• St. Martin’s Memorial Hall, 101• Turner Hall, 001• Newman Hall• Our Lady of Guadalupe Hall, 209
Mass TimesSt. Benedict’s Abbey Church• Friday: 12:10 p.m.• Saturday:12:10 p.m.• Sunday: 10:00 a.m.
Located in the Haverty Center
The Raven Store
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Weekend Notes
Visit Our Campus Store
June 4 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
June 5 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
June 11 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
June 12 9 a.m. – 5 p.m
12:10 p.m.Mass (Optional)
St. Benedict’s Abbey Church
1:00 p.m.Check-inO’Malley-McAllister Auditorium
1:30 p.m. WelcomeO’Malley-McAllister Auditorium
1:45 - 2:30 p.m.Your Academic LifeO’Malley-McAllister AuditoriumDr. Matt Ramsey, Assistant Dean
2:45 - 3:15 p.m.Academic Session IVarious Campus Locations
3:30 - 4:00 p.m.Academic Session IIVarious Campus Locations
4:15 p.m.Orientation Groups (Students Only)
Various Campus Locations
All Grown Up (Parents Only)
O’Malley-McAllister AuditoriumGrace Mulcahy
5:00 p.m.Walking Tour of Campus (Optional)
Depart from Haverty Center 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.DinnerDining Hall
Foreign Language Placement Exam (Optional)
Library Computer Lab
5:15 - 6:00 p.m.Student-Athlete MeetingAmino CenterMandatory for Varsity Athletes
Friday, June 4 / June 11
Day One
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7:00 p.m. Sand Volleyball, Board Games,
and RefreshmentsSand Volleyball Courts and
McDonald Hall, Schroll Center
Parent Schedule
9:00 p.m.Walk-in Movie: The Sandlot
O’Malley-McAllister Auditorium
7:00 p.m.Parent ReceptionCray Seaberg Hall, Benedetto’s patioRelax with fellow Raven parents and learn more about being a parent of a Benedictine College student!Beer and wine available; cash only
Day Schedule
Student Schedule
Late Night Schedule
Unless otherwise noted, students and family members are welcome to attend all events. Note: O’Malley-McAllister Auditorium is located in the St. John Paul II Student Center.
Architecture Elizabeth Hall, Tower Classroom
Art Bishop Fink Hall, 203
BiologyWesterman Hall, 218
BusinessIncludes: Accounting, Finance, International Business, Management, MarketingFerrell Academic Center, 108
Chemistry and BiochemistryWesterman Hall, 403
Classics/Great BooksFerrell Academic Center, 307
EconomicsSt. Benedict Hall, 403
EducationFerrell Academic Center, 220
EngineeringIncludes: Chemical, Civil, Electrical, MechanicalWesterman Hall, 107
EnglishSt. Benedict Hall, 406
Health, Wellness, and Exercise ScienceIncludes: Athletic Health CareMother Teresa Center, 101
HistorySt. Benedict Hall, 408
Journalism and Mass CommunicationsFerrell Academic Center, 323
Math and Computer ScienceWesterman Hall, 133
Music (second week only)Bishop Fink Hall, 307
NursingMother Teresa Center, 201 & 202
PhilosophyFerrell Academic Center, 308
Physics and Astronomy Westerman Hall, 317
Political ScienceFerrell Academic Center, 109
Psychological SciencesFerrell Academic Center, 124
Sociology and CriminologyFerrell Academic Center, 215
Theatre Arts and DanceSt. Benedict Hall,Mabee Theatre
TheologyFerrell Academic Center, 301
UndecidedFerrell Academic Center, 219
World and Classical Languages and CulturesFerrell Academic Center, 125
2:45 – 4:00 p.m.
Academic Overview Take this time to visit with two academic departments of your choosing to learn more about specific majors and programs. Sessions begin at 4:00 p.m. and 4:35 p.m.
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8:30 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.- 9:45 a.m.
10:00 a.m.- 11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
11:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.- 9:45 a.m.
10:00 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Check-in O’Malley-McAllister Auditorium
BreakfastDining Hall
WelcomeO’Malley-McAllister AuditoriumStephen D. Minnis, President Dr. Kim Shankman, Dean of the College
Orientation GroupsVarious Campus Locations
All Grown UpWesterman Auditorium
LunchDining Hall
Student Photo IDSt. John Paul II Student Center,Student Life Office
Academic AdvisingFerrell Academic Center, 207 & 208
Intro to RavenZoneLibrary Computer Lab
Foreign Language Placement Exam (Optional) Library Computer Lab
Check-in O’Malley-McAllister Auditorium
BreakfastDining Hall
WelcomeO’Malley-McAllister AuditoriumStephen D. Minnis, President Dr. Kim Shankman, Dean of the College
Money MattersO’Malley-McAllister AuditoriumOffice of Financial Aid & the Office of Student Billing
Walking Tour of Campus (Optional)
Depart from Haverty Center
Raven Life ForumO’Malley-McAllister AuditoriumCollege Ministry, Student Life, Dining Services, Student Success, Residence Life, IT, Student Health, and Security
Helping Your Student Launch a Successful CareerO’Malley-McAllister Auditorium LunchDining Hall
Parent ScheduleStudent Schedule
Saturday, June 5 / June 12
Day Two
Foreign Language Placement Exams
What is the foreign language requirement at Benedictine?The language requirement component of the core curriculum is proficiency through the second semester of a first-year language. The language requirement can be fulfilled through the placement exam, with AP credits, dual enrollment, or by taking courses at Benedictine. (If a student takes or received credit for FREN/SPAN/ITAL/LATN/GREK 1000 or 1020, he or she has fulfilled the language requirement.). For students who have studied other languages at the college level, those courses will be evaluated for transfer. The Department of World and Classical Languages and Cultures offers first-year French, Spanish, Latin, and Greek. Students can also take Italian through the Florence program.
Why does Benedictine require the language placement exam? Benedictine College has a core two-semester foreign language requirement. We require the language placement exam in order to assure that students are placed at the appropriate course level.
Who needs to take the placement exam? Students who have completed three or more years of a language in high school are required to take the language placement exam before taking a course in the same language. If the student does not intend to continue studying the same language, the exam is optional. Students who received dual enrollment credit, received AP credit, or transferred in college credit are not required to take the exam, but
may take it if they want to continue studying the language and be assured of proper placement.
When is the language placement exam offered? Students wanting to enroll in a foreign language their first semester can take the placement exam electronically from home to be placed in the correct level. If you are wanting to take the placement exam to test out of foreign language, you will need to wait until you are on campus during ROC week where you’ll have the opportunity to do so. Exams are offered in Spanish, French, and Latin and take 20–60 minutes. Students receive their exam results immediately for French and Spanish. Latin usually takes a week. Exams are regularly scheduled at the beginning of the semester and during ROC week, as well.
How does placement work?Any student who has taken three years of a language in high school must take the placement exam before enrolling in a course in the same language. If a student places out of the course, the student’s schedule will be adjusted accordingly to reflect the appropriate course level (e.g. SPAN-1020, 2010 or beyond).
What if I am placed into 1020 but am afraid it will be too difficult and want to take 1000?
Unfortunately, this is not an option. Our placement guidelines are very carefully established. If you are placed into a second-semester level, you will be more than adequately prepared for succeeding in this course. If you enroll in 1000, you will be dropped from the course. If you are truly concerned that 1020 will be too difficult, you may audit 1000, but you may not take it for a grade.
When should I take my foreign language courses?
We recommend completing your language requirement early in your college career if it works with your academic plan. Be sure to consult with your academic advisor.
Who should I contact regarding questions about the foreign language placement exam?Contact Sam Smeltzer at [email protected] or via phone at 913.360.7468.
MOST VISITEDSt. Benedict’s Abbey
St. John Paul II Student Center Ferrell Academic Center
Haverty CenterDining Hall
Mary’s Grotto
ATHLETICSLarry Wilcox Stadium
Ralph Nolan GymnasiumAmino Center
John Casey Soccer CenterAsher Sports Complex
ACADEMIC Library
St. Benedict HallFerrell Academic Center
Westerman HallBishop Fink Hall
Cray Seaberg HallMother Teresa Nursing Center
Daglen Observatory
RESIDENCE HALLS/HOUSESSt. Martin's Memorial Hall
Courtney S. Turner HallMcDonald Hall
Newman HallElizabeth Hall
St. Joseph HallKremmeter Hall
Legacy HallWolf Hall
Lemke HallSt. Michael Hall
Cray Seaberg HallHartman HouseSchirmer HouseGuadalupe Hall
CAMPUS SERVICESMurphy Recreation Center
Student Health CenterStudent Success Center/Guadalupe Hall
IT/Operations
FOR NOW, YOU MAY NEED A MAP TO NAVIGATE CAMPUS. In a short time, however,
this new place will become
familiar, and you will have found
special places and people that help
this new place feel like home.
CHECK OUT OUR INTERACTIVE CAMPUS MAP www.benedictine.edu
Campus Map
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May I speak with a faculty member about my class schedule during the Friday Academic Sessions?The Academic Sessions are designed as a broad showcase of our departmental programs, and so we ask students to reserve specific questions regarding individual class schedules for Saturday’s Academic Advising session.
May I meet with a faculty member to discuss or change my class schedule?There is an opportunity during the Saturday activities for students who have questions about or need to make changes to their class schedule to speak with an advisor.
When will I see the changes to my class schedule that I discussed with an advisor at SOAR? Beginning June 14, our Advising Team will address course conflicts. Changes are not instantaneous, however, and may take multiple weeks to finalize. Please be patient and check your RavenZone account during the summer months for your updated course schedule.
I am a parent. May I attend my student’s meeting with an advisor?The purpose of this meeting is for the student to establish a connection with a faculty advisor in a one-on-one setting. If there are specific concerns you would like to have addressed in the meeting, please discuss them with your student and have him or her be prepared beforehand.
Questions & Answers
Notes
Academic Advising at SOAR
Arriving and Unloading*
Plan to arrive during the timeframe specified for your move-in day (See below.) You’ll be greeted upon arrival with helpful instructions for parking, checking in, and unloading belongings. Don’t worry; you will experience warm Benedictine hospitality as teams of students, faculty, and staff help carry your belongings to your residence hall room.
Lunch, Mass, and Goodbyes*
After moving in, you and your family are invited to cool off at a complimentary barbecue (provided by the Benedictine College Parent Association) in the Murphy Recreation Center. There will be time to shop for last-minute necessities before you attend a very special Family Send-Off Mass at 4:00 p.m. Finally, around 5:15 p.m., you’ll say your goodbyes outside St. Benedict’s Abbey Church before you join your fellow classmates for dinner in the Dining Hall.
* These expectations are for Move-In Day #2 and #3
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2021 Move-In Days
Move-in Day #1 • Transfer student-athletes and returning student-athletes in Football,
Men's and Women’s Soccer, and Volleyball
Tuesday, August 10Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - Noon
Move-In Day #2• Freshman Fall Athletes (Football, Men & Women's Soccer, Volleyball,
Cheer, Dance, Cross Country, Band) and Honors Program• Returning Fall Athletes in Cheer, Dance, Cross Country,
and Band
Saturday, August 14Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - NoonFamily Send-Off Mass: 4 p.m.
Move-In Day #3• All other new students, including non-athlete transfer students
Saturday, August 21Arrival and check in: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Family Send-Off Mass: 4 p.m.
Move-In Day #4• All Returning Students
Sunday, August 22Arrival and check in: Noon - 2 p.m.
Raven Family Calendar
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Fall Semester 2021
Move-in Day #1 • Transfer student-athletes and returning student-athletes in Football,
Men's and Women’s Soccer, and Volleyball
Tuesday, August 10Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - Noon
Move-In Day #2• Freshman Fall Athletes (Football, Men's & Women's Soccer, Volleyball,
Cheer, Dance, Cross Country, Band) and Honors Program• Returning Fall Athletes in Cheer, Dance, Cross Country, and Band
Saturday, August 14Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - NoonFamily Send-Off Mass: 4 p.m.
Move-In Day #3• Other new students, including non-athlete transfer students
Saturday, August 21Arrival and check in: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Family Send-Off Mass: 4 p.m.
Move-In Day #4• All Returning Students
Sunday, August 22Arrival and check in: Noon - 2 p.m.
ROC (Raven Orientation Camp) Week Saturday - Tuesday, August 21-24
Fall Semester Begins Wednesday, August 25
Opening All-School Mass & Convocation Tuesday, August 31
Labor Day Monday, September 6 Classes in session
Oktoberfest Friday, September 24
Family Weekend Friday - Sunday, October 1-3
Midterms (1st Quarter Classes End) Tuesday, October 12
Fall Break Thursday - Sunday, October 14-17
Homecoming Week Monday - Saturday, October 18-23
All Saints' Day, All-School Mass Monday, November 1
Thanksgiving BreakWednesday - Sunday, November 24-28No classes, Residence Halls close November 24 at 10 a.m.Residence Halls open November 28 at Noon
Last Day of Fall Semester Classes Tuesday, December 7
Study Day Wednesday, December 8
Final Exams Thursday & Friday, December 9–10Monday & Tuesday, December 13–14
Christmas Break Wednesday, December 15 - Sunday, January 9
No classes, Residence Halls close December 15 at 10 a.m.
Athletic Schedules: Please support Raven Athletics throughout the year! View schedules online at ravenathletics.com.
Spring Semester 2022
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New Students Arrive and Check-in• Includes non-athlete transfers
Sunday, January 10Arrival and check in: Noon - 3 p.m.
Spring Semester Begins Wednesday, January 13
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 18Classes in session
Feast of St. Scholastica All-School Mass Monday, February 10, 10 a.m.
Mother-Son/Father-Daughter Banquet and Dance Saturday, February 13
Ash Wednesday All-School Mass Wednesday, February 17, 3 p.m.
50th Annual Scholarship Ball Saturday, February 27
Midterm/1st Quarter Classes End Tuesday, March 2
Spring Break Saturday - Sunday, March 6 - 14March 6: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.March 14: Residence halls open at Noon
10th Annual Symposium on Advancing the New Evangelization Friday - Saturday, March 19 - 20
Feast of St. Benedict Sunday, March 21
Lil’ Sibs Weekend Friday - Sunday, March 26 - 28
Easter Break Thursday - Monday, April 1-5 No classes, Residence Halls open with limited dining services
Discovery Day Wednesday, April 14
Springfest Weekend Friday - Saturday, April 30 - May 1
Last Day of Spring Semester Classes Tuesday, May 4
Study Day Wednesday, May 5No classes
Spring Finals Thursday - Friday, May 6 - 7Monday - Tuesday, May 10 - 11
Summer Break May 12, 10 a.m. Summer Break begins after student’s last finalMay 12: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.
Senior Brunch and Baccalaureate Friday, May 15, 10 a.m., 4:30 p.m.
Commencement Saturday, May 15, 10 a.m.
Graduates Depart Residence Halls Sunday, May 16, 10 a.m.
New Students Arrive and Check-in Sunday, January 9Arrival and check in: Noon - 3 p.m.
Spring Semester Begins Wednesday, January 12
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 17Classes in session
March for Life Friday, January 21
Mother-Son/Father-Daughter Banquet and Dance Saturday, February 12
Annual Scholarship Ball Saturday, February 26
Midterm/1st Quarter Classes End Tuesday, March 1
Ash Wednesday All-School Mass Wednesday, March 2
Spring BreakSaturday - Sunday, March 5 - 13March 5: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.March 13: Residence halls open at Noon
Symposium on Transforming Culture Friday - Saturday, March 25-26
Feast of St. Benedict, All-School Mass Monday, March 21
Lil’ Sibs Weekend Friday - Sunday, April 1-3
Discovery Day Wednesday, April 6
Easter Break
Thursday - Monday, April 14-18No classes, Residence Halls open with limited dining services
Springfest Weekend Friday - Saturday, April 29-30
Last Day of Spring Semester Classes Tuesday, May 3
Study Day Wednesday, May 4No classes
Spring Finals Thursday & Friday, May 5-6, Monday & Tuesday, May 9-10
Summer BreakMay 11, 10 a.m. Summer Break begins after student’s last finalMay 11: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.
Senior Brunch and Baccalaureate Mass Friday, May 13, 10 a.m., 4:30 p.m.
Commencement Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.
Graduates Depart Residence Halls Sunday, May 15, 10 a.m.
Your Enrollment Team
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Office of Admission Office of Financial Aid
Kristine BryantAssistant Director of Financial [email protected] 913.360.7480 Barbara PortenierFinancial Aid [email protected]
913.360.7484
Tony Tanking ’88Director of Financial [email protected]
913.360.7485
Tona StoneAssociate Director of Financial Aid [email protected] 913.360.7321
Additional Offices
Business OfficeOffice: 913.360.7403
Student Life OfficeOffice: 913.360.7500
Student Health Center
Office: 913.360.7117
Student Success CenterOffice: 913.360.7576
Will Burenheide ’17Associate Director of [email protected]: 913.360.7780Mobile: 913.426.2961
Becca Caudle ’13Director of Undergraduate [email protected]: 913.360.7469 Mobile: 913.370.3226
Megan Fassero ’97Homeschool [email protected]: 913.360.7967Mobile: 913.370.5301
Caroline Weis ’19Assistant Director of [email protected]: 913.360.7004Mobile: 913.360.0091
Avery Miller ’19Assistant Director of Admission [email protected]: 913.360.7538Mobile: 913.370.5349
Samuel Smeltzer ’18Assistant Director of [email protected]: 913.360.7468Mobile: 913.426.1723
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