VISIT THE WELCOME WEEK WEBSITE highpoint.edu/welcomeweek
WELCOME HOME, International Students!
To expedite the move-in process, local traffic routes will be adjusted. Please enter the following address into Google Maps or Apple Maps to ensure you arrive to campus at the proper location: 1036 Panther Dr. High Point, NC (Lexington and Panther). We have also listed driving directions below for your convenience. If you have questions, contact the Campus Concierge at (336) 841-4636.
I-85 N
From I-85 N, take exit 113 B-C towards Asheboro and Winston-Salem
Go 0.5 miles then take exit 113 C (74 W and 311 N towards Winston-Salem)
Go 7.3 miles on 311 N/74 W then take exit 67 towards Eastchester Dr. (NC-68 and I-40) (the second sign for exit 67 says PTI Airport and High Point University)
At the top of the exit, turn LEFT onto Eastchester Dr./68 South
Go 1.3 miles then turn LEFT on University Parkway
Go 0.7 miles then turn RIGHT on Lexington Ave.
Go 0.1 miles then turn LEFT on Panther Dr. Welcome Home!
I-40 W/I-85 BUS S
From I-40 W/I-85 BUS S, take exit 210 (NC-68) towards High Point and PTI Airport
Go RIGHT at the exit, then make a LEFT onto Lynwood Smith Expy/NC-68 S
Go 6.7 miles on Lynwood Smith Expy/NC-68 S becomes Eastchester Drive/NC-68 S
Turn LEFT on University Parkway
Go 0.7 miles then turn RIGHT on Lexington Ave.
Go 0.1 miles then turn LEFT on Panther Dr. Welcome Home!
Cottrell Hall
WELCOME WEEK Quick Guide
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16
7:30 am - 1:30 pm
WELCOME HOME MOVE-IN CLASS OF 2029
7:30 am - 9:30 am
BREAKFAST
SLANE STUDENT CENTER, THE CAFÉ
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
CAMPUS RESOURCES AND MORE
SLANE STUDENT CENTER
Student Health Services, local banking opportunities and much more; all conveniently located.
10:30 am - 3:30 pm
LUNCH
See important dining information section on the right for locations.
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
BAGEL SCHMOOZE AT THE HILLEL HOUSE
1197 COLLEGE VILLAGE - 1197 E LEXINGTON AVE
Drop in for a bagel with HPU Jewish Life and Hillel.
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
DISCOVER DOWNTOWN HIGH POINT!
NIDO & MARIANA QUBEIN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM200 QUBEIN AVE.
STOCK & GRAIN ASSEMBLY FOOD HALLINTERSECTION OF CHURCH AVE. AND N. ELM ST. See what makes your student’s new city so special. Explore the best children’s museum in the Triad and visit Stock & Grain to learn from local vendors! Due to parking limitations at the Qubein Children’s Museum and Stock & Grain, please utilize the campus shuttle provided. Shuttles will pick up from the Caine Conservatory (Norton Hall side) every 30 minutes from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. The last shuttle will depart campus at 4:30 pm.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
JEWISH LIFE AND HILLEL MEET AND GREET
COTTRELL HALL, KUSHNER INTERNATIONAL NETWORKING MARKETPLACE
Drop-in for a meet, greet and refreshments.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
CHAPEL AND RELIGIOUS LIFE RECEPTION
HAYWORTH CHAPEL, FOYER
Meet the Chapel and Religious Life Staff as we welcome our new students and their families.
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
SIBLING ORIENTATION
R.G. WANEK CENTER, BERTRAM L. PODELL
EXTRAORDINAIRE CINEMA
Now that you’re part of the #HPUFamily, so is your family!
High school-aged siblings of #HPU2029 are invited to join us for a special session just for siblings! Answer questions, learn about the perks of being an HPU sibling and win HPU swag and prizes!
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE PANEL
CONGDON HALL, CALLICUTT LIFE SKILLS THEATER
Join Fraternity and Sorority Life Student Leaders for a question and answer panel on their experiences and general information on Greek Life at HPU.
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
PARENT 102:
IT’S GOING TO BE OK!
HAYWORTH FINE ARTS CENTER
Preparing parents for propelling their student forward at High Point University.
This parent session is designed to prepare parents for what to expect throughout their student’s first year at HPU (including the moment when parents leave campus on Sunday after move-in).
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
DINNER
See important dining information section for locations.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
MIX WITH YOUR MENTOR
VARIOUS LOCATIONS AROUND CAMPUS PROVIDED BY YOUR PEER MENTOR
*MANDATORY (Students Only)
During this time, all first-year students will connect with their Peer Mentor group for the first time. These sessions will be held at various locations across campus and will be facilitated by Peer Mentors as well as Student Instructors for those in Learning Communities.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
HPU MEN’S SOCCER VS. LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
VERT STADIUM
Families and students can enjoy cheering on the Panthers together after Mix with Your Mentor.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 17
7:00 am - 8:00 am
BREAKFAST
SLANE STUDENT CENTER & R.G. WANEK STUDENT CENTER
9:00 am - 11:00 am
OPENING CONVOCATION
NIDO AND MARIANA QUBEIN ARENA AND CONFERENCE CENTER
Doors to the Qubein Center will open at 7:00 AM. Students should arrive no later than 8:30 AM to be seated. Please enter through the doors marked with the “Student Entrance” banner. This event is mandatory for all students. Families are encouraged to attend.
Complimentary coffee, water, and muffins will be available.
Each student will receive guest tickets for access to the Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and Conference Center. More information on ticket quantities and pickup information will be shared in early August.
Opening Convocation is a long-standing tradition at High Point University that brings together faculty and administration to welcome new students and to set the stage for their education at High Point University. The ceremony begins with the procession of faculty in their academic regalia. The keynote address will be given by the University President, Dr. Nido Qubein. With the Opening Convocation ceremony, the incoming class begins an exciting educational venture a learning process that occurs in and beyond the classroom culminating in the completion of degree requirements and the traditional Commencement ceremony. Students will also recite and sign the High Point University Honor Code for the first time.
The following attire guidelines are provided for your convenience. Dresses, dress pants, collared shirts, slacks, khakis and dress shoes are appropriate. Jeans, flip-flops and tennis shoes are discouraged.
IMPORTANT Dining Information
The following locations are available for dining during the weekend:
R.G. Wanek Center: Slane Student Center: Farmers Market The Café
The Point
Great Day Bakery
Slane Gym Floor
For more information regarding menus and dietary options during Move-in Weekend, visit highpoint.edu/welcomeweek/dining-information
Use #HPUMoveIn to be a part of the conversation!
