ORIENTATION 2026
We are so excited to welcome YOU to the Hilltop! We have a full schedule of educational and fun programs planned to help you get to know your fellow students and the entire Anselmian community.
January Orientation
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
First-time first-year students and transfer students are welcomed to the Hilltop by faculty, staff, administrators, and peer mentors. Students are encouraged to use campus resources and support services as they acclimate.
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | Check-in and Settle In (Davison Hall Lobby) |
| 11:30 a.m. - 11:35 a.m. | Welcome from Orientation Leader (OL) Committee Co-Chairs Blake Room, Savard Welcome Center |
| 11:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. | Introduction to the Benedictine, Catholic Mission and Identity (+DEIB) of Saint Anselm College and Community Expectations Dr. Karlea Brunelle, Associate Dean of Student Development and Mission |
| 12:05 p.m. – 12:40 p.m. | Lunch with Members of the College Community (Blake Room) |
| 12:40 p.m. - 1:10 p.m. | Student Resources Panel 1 Academic Resource Center, Career Development Center, Library, Meelia Center, Study Abroad, TRIO |
| 1:10 p.m. – 1:40 p.m. | Student Resources Panel 2 Campus Ministry, Health Services, Intercultural Center, Residential Life, Student Engagement and Leadership |
| 1:40 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | Closing Comments and Q&A with Dr. Ben Horton and Dean Jean Couture |
| 1:50 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Campus Tour and The Saint Anselm Student Experience |
| 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Dinner with Orientation Leaders (Davison Dining Hall) |
Anselmian Beginnings Part I: June Orientation
Enrolled students are invited to attend one of the three 2026 dates below for part I:
Tuesday, June 16 Wednesday, June 17 Thursday, June 18
June Orientation offers sessions for parents, guardians, and other primary supporters. New students (both residential and commuting; both first-year and transfer) will connect with faculty from their major, register for fall classes, learn about academic and community expectations, and meet their classmates, peer transfer students, and other peer leaders.
The schedule will be posted in May 2026
Anselmian Beginnings Part II: Move-in and August Orientation
Schedule of Events
- Thursday, August 27 Class of 2030 and Transfer Students Move-in
- Thursday, August 27 Commuting Students Check-In and Welcome Lunch
- Thursday, August 27 - Saturday, August 29 Orientation
New students will meet 2030 classmates and transfer students from the other class years while learning what it means to be Anselmian. Orientation leaders will give a preview of the next four years and help students become familiar with campus and student resources.
The schedule will be posted in June 2026
What to Expect at Move-in and August Orientation
On move-in day, you’ll be greeted by the Saint Anselm Community with open arms — both metaphorically and literally, as faculty, staff, and fellow students unload your car.
Commuting students will first be welcomed by the Intercultural Center when they check-in and then enjoy a welcome lunch in the President’s Dining Room.
All new students will then join their orientation groups for academic and Anselmian life sessions, as well as for meals, the College’s annual Brian Maguire Day of Service, the Pep Rally, and the New Student Banquet.
Get Social!
Students, follow us on Instagram to connect with fellow class members!
Parents, guardians, and family, join the Class of 2030 family Facebook group!
Questions?
Please contact Benjamin Horton, Assistant Dean for First-Year Students and Academic Support Services at bhorton@anselm.edu or Jean Couture, Assistant Dean of Students, and Director, Student Engagement and Leadership at orientation@anselm.edu or jcouture@anselm.edu.
Additional Resources
For questions about being a commuter:
Siri Dabbi, email interculturalcenter@anselm.edu
For questions about residential life and education:
Christine Gallardo, email residencelife@anselm.edu
For questions about registering for classes:
Charles Perreault, email registrar@anselm.edu
For additional questions: email Jean Couture