8:30 AM - RISE & ROAR: FIRST LINCOLN BREAKFAST
Location: Thurgood Marshall Living Learning Center (LLC) Cafeteria
Start your first full day at Lincoln by sharing breakfast with your Peer Mentor and Den. This is your opportunity to build relationships, connect with your classmates, and begin creating the community that will support you throughout your first year. This meal also serves as your first required check-in of the day.
**ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM - Den Connect
Location: Various Locations (Your Peer Mentor will direct you from Breakfast)
Join university leaders, faculty, and staff as they welcome you to the Lincoln family. In this session, you’ll discover the transformative power of a Liberal Arts Education and how it will shape your future, equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and critical thinking to thrive in and out of the classroom. Begin your journey with insight, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be a Lion.
**ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM - SHAPE THE FUTURE LION: CIRP FRESHMAN SURVEY
Various Locations by Pride Group
Your experiences, perspectives, and goals matter. During this session, all new students will complete the CIRP Freshman Survey, a national survey that helps Lincoln University better understand and support the needs of incoming students. Your responses will help shape future programs and services designed to enhance the student experience.
**ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM - LIONS ON THE LAWN: LUNCH & GAMES
LLC Tunnel
Take a break, enjoy lunch with your classmates, and connect with members of the Lincoln community. Participate in lawn games, meet new friends, and build relationships while preparing for an exciting afternoon of Orientation programming.
**ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
2:15 PM – WELCOME ASSEMBLY & PRESIDENT ALLEN'S ADDRESS
Wellness Center – Multipurpose Room (MPR)
Join President Dr. Brenda Allen as she officially welcomes you to the Lincoln family. During this inspiring session, you will discover the value of a Lincoln liberal arts education and learn how it prepares students to think critically, communicate effectively, and lead with purpose. Begin your college journey with a deeper understanding of Lincoln's mission, traditions, and commitment to developing future leaders.
**ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – ALEKS MATH PLACEMENT ASSESSMENT
Wright Hall 205
All students must complete the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment before registering for classes. Students who completed the assessment during the summer or at Lion Link Up do not need to retake it. Those who wish to improve their placement score may complete the required ALEKS learning modules and retake the assessment up to two additional times.
You must register for a time to take the Math Placement Test: https://lionsconnect.lincoln.edu/events?topic_tags=6573133
3:30 PM - 9:00 PM - Ready to Roar: Virtual Onboarding Completion
Not finished with Ready to Roar Virtual Onboarding? Use this time to complete any remaining modules and get ready for your first day of classes. Once completed, be sure to save your completion certificate; you will need to submit it as part of your LLE ePortfolio. If you need assistance completing your onboarding, please contact your Peer Mentor.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM – DINNER
LLC Cafeteria
Recharge over dinner with your classmates, reconnect with your Den, and prepare for an evening of fun and community building. Take this opportunity to relax, reflect on the day's experiences, and continue getting to know your fellow Lincoln Lions.
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM - SUB HANGOUT
Student Union Building (SUB)
Wrap up your first full day on campus with an evening of games, music, and activities hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB). Meet new friends, enjoy the energy of campus life, and continue building the connections that will make Lincoln feel like home. **ON-CAMPUS STUDENTS NEED TO ATTEND FOUR LATE-NIGHT PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE WEEK.
