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Knight Nation Kickoff Schedule
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June 9 – 16, 2025
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August 27, 2026 Day 1
9:00AM–3:00PM
First-Year Resident Student Move-In
@Mirenda Center
Sponsored By Residence Life
Move-In Schedule by Residence Hall
- 9:00 AM O'Neill 1st Floor (Even-numbered rooms)
- 9:30 AM Glen Riddle and Cunningham 1st Floor
- 10:00 AM O'Neill 2nd Floor (Even-numbered rooms)
- 10:30 AM O'Neill 3rd Floor (Even-numbered rooms) and Cunningham 2nd Floor
- 11:00 AM O'Neill 1st Floor (Odd-numbered rooms) and Flynn
- 11:30 AM O'Neill 2nd Floor(Odd-numbered rooms) and Cunningham 3rd Floor
- 12:00 PM O'Neill 3rd Floor (Odd-numbered rooms)
Check-In will start in the Mirenda Center parking lot, participating in a drive-thru check-in experience.
For more information visit: https://www.neumann.edu/life/residence_life/moveinguide
4:00PM
First-Year Commuter Student Launch Pary
@Commuter Lounge, Bachmann Hall Mandatory for Commuters
Check in, get your nametag for the weekend, and learn about the resources available to you!
5:00PM
Welcome Home BBQ
@Bruder Dining Hall
Meal plans are active starting at dinner
7:00PM
Residence Hall Meetings
@Residence Halls
7:00PM
Commuter Convos
@Student Multipurpose Hall
8:00PM
Movie Knight
@Meagher Theater
Sponsored By Knights' Programming Board
August 28, 2026 Day 2
7:30AM-8:45AM
Breakfast
@Bruder Dining Hall
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Mission Morning & Convocation
@Mirenda Center (Mandatory for all new students)
Start your time at Neumann University in Service and learn about the Mission and long history of Neumann, the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia and Sts. Francis and Clare of Assisi.
We will be packing meals with Kids Against Hunger United. The following video provides an overview of the meal-packing process and will help you know what to expect: Meal Packing Process Video
If you'd like to forgo the hair net, feel free to wear a baseball cap!
12:00PM - 1:30PM
Lunch
@Bruder Dining Hall
1:30PM
Commuter Home Base Open House
@Commuter Lounge, Bachmann Main Building
1:30PM
Residence Life Home Base Open House
@Sora Luna, Flynn Hall
2:30PM - 4:30PM
Reception Line Relay
@ Glenn Riddle Bachmann Hall
Sun Group: 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Moon Group 3:30 - 4:30 pm
*Your group can be found on your nametag that you recieved at check in
5:00PM - 6:30PM
Bingo and Dinner
@ Bruder Dining Hall
7:00PM
Franciscan Friday Ice Cream Social with the Sisters
@ Glenn Riddle Bachmann Hall
Sponsored By Student Government Association
Come to Bachmann Hall in Glen Riddle Residence Hall for an ice cream social and meet some of the Sisters of St. Francis. They can't wait to meet you!
August 29, 2026 Day 3
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Neighborhood "Zip Code" Mixer & Continental Breakfast
@ Bruder Dining Hall
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Find That Class
@ Various Locations (Mandatory for INT101)
Bring your class schedule and let our student leaders help you locate your classrooms
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Saint Scavenger Hunt
@ Start at Bachmann Hall Main Lobby
4:00PM - 5:00PM
I Said; You Said
@ Meagher Theatre (Mandatory for all new students)
Join the Jury for “I Said – You Said”
“I Said – You Said” is the interactive program on consent.
“I Said – You Said” is the interactive program on consent.
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5:00PM - 6:00PM
Dinner
@ Bruger Dining Hall
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“I Said – You Said”
“I Said – You Said” is the interactive program on consent. Compelling brain-heart engagement.
8:00PM - 10:00PM
Block Party
@ Mirenda Center Lawn
Sponsored By Black Student Union
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“I Said – You Said”
“I Said – You Said” is the interactive program on consent. Compelling brain-heart engagement.
August 30, 2026 Day 4
9:30AM
CogWell: Mental Health Matters
Check in @Bruder Lobby
Sun Group go to Session One – 9:30 a.m.
Moon Group go to Session Two – 10:45 a.m.
*Your group can be found on your nametag that you recieved at check in
11:00AM-1:00PM
Brunch
@Bruder Dining Hall
12:00PM-6:00PM
Recharge Time
6:00PM
Campus Ministry Meet & Greet
@ Campus Ministry Center, 137 Bachmann
Sponsored By Campus Ministry Peer Ministers
Meet Campus Ministry and then walk over to Mass with us!
7:00PM
First Sunday Mass of the Semester
@ Our Lady of Angels Chapel
Sponsored By Campus Ministry
Psst wish Father Akolla a Happy Birthday!
Campus Map Questions? Reach out! EngageNlead@neumann.edu PDF
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Residential Move-In
Move-In Day for new students is set for Thursday, August 27th, and it’s designed to be smooth, welcoming, and exciting! Each student will receive a time slot to check into their residence hall and unload belongings, based on their assigned building and floor.
To make the process as easy as possible, the Residence Life team—along with volunteers—will be on hand throughout the day with carts and dollies to help you get settled quickly.
To make the process as easy as possible, the Residence Life team—along with volunteers—will be on hand throughout the day with carts and dollies to help you get settled quickly.
Commuter Check-In
Commuter students will kick off their Neumann journey on Thursday, August 27th at 4 PM with a dedicated check-in experience designed just for them.
During check-in, you’ll pick up your student ID card, register your vehicle, and have the opportunity to obtain a locker. Later that night , you’ll join your first Commuter Community Meeting, led by fellow commuter student leaders—students who understand your experience and are here to support you. More details will be sent to your Neumann University email in August, so be sure to check in regularly!
Welcome BBQ
Join us for the Welcome BBQ hosted by the Division of Student Life at 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 27th—your official introduction to the Neumann community! New students and their families are invited to gather for great food, meaningful conversation, and a warm welcome from university leadership. This special event is a chance to celebrate the start of your Neumann journey, connect with other students and families, and hear about the exciting opportunities ahead this semester. Don’t miss this memorable kickoff to your college experience!
Knight Nation Kickoff Weekend Experience
The weekend experience is designed to fully prepare you for life at Neumann—academically, socially, and personally. From Thursday, August 27th through Sunday, August 30th. The sessions offered are essential for your success, and you won’t want to miss the chance to connect with classmates, meet faculty, and feel confident heading into your first week.
Please note: Three sessions are mandatory for all new students: Mission Day, "I said: You said" session, and Cogwell.
