Common Grounds Coffee Shop
2nd floor of Pavilion
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Warrior Welcome
- Date: Aug 22, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM
- Location: Corban University Campus
We are excited to welcome you to campus, August 22-24, 2026!
Warrior Welcome, our new student orientation event, is designed to help you make a successful transition to university life. During Warrior Welcome, you’ll explore campus, connect with new friends, and become part of the awesome community Corban is known for.
Your family is also invited to attend.
Lodging
If your family needs hotel accommodations, many of the hotels in the Salem area offer a discounted rate for Corban families. Please note that the Oregon State Fair will be happening this same weekend in Salem, so we recommend booking lodging early!
Warrior Welcome 2026 Schedule
*may be subject to change
Saturday, August 22
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Check-In and Move-In | Gym |
| 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Campus Tours (start at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm) | Clock Tower |
| 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch | Dining Hall |
| 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Workshops (start at 1pm & 2pm) | Pavilion & Emitte Center |
| 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. | Commuter Life Welcome | TBD |
| 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Free Time | Various |
| 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Kick Off | Psalm Center |
| 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Dinner | Dining Hall |
| 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Soccer Game | Outdoor Athletic Complex |
| 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Meet Corban Dessert (parents) | Psalm Center |
| 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Corban Seminar Meetings (students) | Various Classrooms |
| 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. | Praise and Worship | Amphitheater |
| 9:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Pancake Feed (students) | Dining Hall |
| 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Student Life Activity (students) | Psalm Center |
Sunday, August 23
| 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Worship Service | Psalm Center |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Brunch | Dining Hall |
| 12:00 – 12:15 p.m. | Student Dedication | Psalm Center Plaza |
| 12:15 – 1:00 p.m. | Family Goodbyes | Various |
| 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. | Corban Fair | Psalm Center |
| 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Corban Seminar Meetings, Activities, & Dinner | Various |
Monday, August 24
| 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. | Corban Seminar Meetings | Various Classrooms |
| 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Serve Day | Various |
| 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. | Community Life Launch | Psalm Center |
| 10:00 – 11:00 p.m. | Late Night Chick-Fil-A | Kuebler Chick-Fil-A |
Tuesday, August 25: Classes Begin!
| All Day | First Day of Classes |
Wednesday, August 26
| 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. | Convocation | Psalm Center |
| 10:45 a.m. | New Student Class Photo | Psalm Center Plaza |
Friday, August 28
| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. | President’s Chapel | Psalm Center |
| 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Church Expo | Psalm Center Plaza |
Workshops
Finding Your Way: People, Places, & Support That Make College Work
Presenters: Garland Dunlap & Janet Syverson
Location: PV 101
College can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. In this session, Corban’s Director of Career Services and Director of Student Support will introduce you to the people, resources, and opportunities at Corban that help you succeed, whether you’re asking “Who can help me?”, “Where do I go?”, or “What do I do next?”
How to Succeed as a Student Athlete (1pm & 2pm)
Presenters: Dr. Bryce Bernard & Bill Pilgeram
Location: Emitte Center (SC212)
If you are a Corban athlete, or the parent/guest of a Corban athlete, this workshop is for you! Learn about athletic expectations, eligibility, surviving travel, and succeeding academically as a student-athlete from our Director of Athletics and Faculty Athletic Representative.
The Inside Scoop on Student Traditions (1pm Only)
Presenters: Tanni Swisher & Student Leaders
Location: PV 102
Members from Student Life will share in this workshop some of the fun student traditions that take place as part of the Corban community! They will unpack some of the unique activities, events, and other Corban staples you may experience as a student over the next few years.
Life in Salem: What to Expect (2pm Only)
Presenter: Dr. Jen Kleiber
Location: PV 107
Are you new to the Salem area? Come hear from one of our faculty members about what life in Salem is like! During this time, Dr. Jen Kleiber will share about some favorite local eateries, coffee shops, and activities you can participate in when living in Salem’s central location.
International Student Workshop (2pm only)
Presenter: Tanni Swisher
Location: PV 103
If you are an international student, come to this workshop! During this time, our Director of Student Belonging and Engagement will walk students through health insurance, immunizations, banking, cell phones, employment, and tax information. You will also get to collect important paperwork as well as discuss what the international shuttle looks like throughout the year.
Warrior Welcome Office Hours
Financial Aid
Schimmel 107
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
IT (ID Cards)
Left of library main entrance
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Library
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Registrar’s Office
Schimmel 113
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Student Accounts
Schimmel 107
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Student Life
Schimmel 2nd floor
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Student Support
Schimmel 203
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Warrior Wares Apparel Store / Mailroom
Right of library main entrance
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.