Who should attend?
You—if you’re a North American first-year student! Orientation is not optional for first-year students.
Your adult family member(s) are welcome to come too. Please note the program is designed for adults. Younger family members are welcome to accompany parents, but we are unable to provide programming for them. If you do register siblings to attend, please note they will be attending the parent portion of PASSPORT.
What can I expect?
Calvin’s orientation programs have three objectives:- To introduce you to Calvin's purpose, people, and programs
- To help ensure your smooth transition to college
- To prepare you academically for your years at Calvin
PASSPORT is designed along two tracks—one for you and one for your family members. You’ll attend a few of the sessions together. Here’s a sampling.
Participate in:
- Academic advising and placement tests so you can plan your fall schedule
- Campus worship and group activities
Learn about:
- Living in the residence halls or off-campus
- Calvin’s core curriculum, your major, and academics
- The transition to college
Hear from:
- Calvin’s President
- A panel of faculty members
- Current upperclassmen students
When is PASSPORT '09?
PASSPORT I - July 1 (8:00am -11:00pm), July 2 (9:00am - 4:30pm) CLOSED
PASSPORT II - July 16 (8:00am -11:00pm), July 17 (9:00am - 4:30pm) CLOSED
PASSPORT III - July 27 (8:00am -11:00pm), July 28 (9:00am - 4:30pm)
PASSPORT IV - August 31 (8:00am-11:00pm), September 1 (9:00am-4:30pm)