Welcome Week
Welcome Week 2023
Greetings!
The Office of University Student Affairs would like to congratulate you once again on your acceptance to WesternU. We look forward to supporting you as you work towards your educational goals.
Save the date! Welcome Week (New Student Orientation) will take place on the following dates. The exact start date varies by your program so check back to see when you need to be on campus. All Welcome Week activities are mandatory unless otherwise noted.
- First week of July | WesternU-Oregon, College of Health Sciences-Northwest
- July 31 – August 4, 2023 | WesternU-Oregon, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest
- August 7-11, 2023 | WesternU (all other students) in Pomona, California
We will post more details as they become available so check back for program-specific information. In the meantime check out what the University has to offer before you arrive! Both WesternU campuses are teeming with opportunities for volunteering, joining on-campus clubs, running for student government and so much more. Learn how you can get involved.
If you have any questions regarding Welcome Week, feel free to contact us.
Again, welcome to WesternU!
Beverly A. Sanks Guidry, EdD
Senior Vice President for University Student Affairs
Lebanon, Oregon
studentaffairsor@westernu.edu
(541) 259-0200
Pomona, California
studentaffairs@westernu.edu
(909) 469-5340
When does my welcome week start?
Pomona, California
DO – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Thursday, August 10, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
7:00 p.m. | Ontario Convention Center 2000 E Convention Center Way, Ontario, CA 91764
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Student Affairs: OSAPomona@westernu.edu
Lebanon, Oregon
DO – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, July 31 – Friday, August 4, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 4, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
1:00 p.m. | Lebanon First Assembly
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest Student Affairs: studentaffairsor@westernu.edu
Pomona, California
DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
MSPA – Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
MSMS – Master of Science in Medical Sciences
Your Welcome Week is Monday, June 5, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Wednesday, August 16, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
9:00 a.m. | Bonita Center for the Arts 822 W Covina Blvd, San Dimas, CA 91773
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Health Sciences Student Affairs: klopez@westernu.edu
Lebanon, Oregon
DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy
Your Welcome Week is Tuesday, July 5 – Friday, July 7, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 4, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
10:00 a.m. | Lebanon First Assembly
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Health Sciences -Northwest Student Affairs: studentaffairsor@westernu.edu
PharmD – Doctor of Pharmacy
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 12, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
10:00 a.m. | Sheraton Fairplex Hotel, Vineyard Ballroom, 601 West McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Pharmacy Student Affairs: miannuzzo@westernu.edu
Nursing – All Programs
Your Welcome Week is Wednesday, August 9 – Thursday, August 10, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 19, 2023
MSN-E incoming students are required to attend their college‘s White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty, and staff. This event is optional for all other nursing students. Watch for more information from your college.
Time TBA | Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center 601 W. McKinley Ave. Pomona, CA 91768
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Graduate Nursing Student Affairs: mmckay@westernu.edu
DVM – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 11, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
6:00 p.m. | Chaffey High School
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Veterinary Medicine Student Affairs: CVMStudentAffairs@westernu.edu
DMD – Doctor of Dental Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – TBA
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
Time TBA | Location TBA
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Dental Medicine Student Affairs: srowan@westernu.edu
OD – Doctor of Optometry
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 12, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
1:00 p.m. | WesternU – HEC Lecture Hall 2002 309 E. 2nd St. Pomona, CA 91766
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Optometry Student Affairs: quezadaa@westernu.edu
DPM – Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 7, 2023
University Orientation is required for all incoming students as it will introduce you to the many services and benefits WesternU has to offer, as well as give you a chance to interact with students outside of your program.
College White Coat Ceremony – Thursday, August 10, 2023
All incoming students must attend their college White Coat Ceremony as this marks the official opening to the academic year at WesternU, where you will be formally welcomed as a student by University and College Administration, faculty and staff. Watch for more information from your college.
6:00 p.m. | DoubleTree by Hilton Claremont 555 W Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Podiatric Medicine Student Affairs: cpmstudentaffairs@westernu.edu