Events List
Aug 17, 2026
Fall Student-Athlete Move-in Day
The Men's and Women's Soccer, Men's and Women's Cross Country, Men's and Women's Golf, and Women's Volleyball teams move in early for training and competition. Welcome, fall athletes!
Aug 19–Aug 26, 2026
Wilderness Trips
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
$725
Fall 2026 new students: kick off your Calvin education with a Wilderness Trip! You'll be part of a small group of other new students to explore your limits, forge new friendships, and develop a new awareness of your Creator.
Aug 23–Aug 27, 2026
New International Student Move-in and Orientation
Welcome to campus, new international students! Move in to campus on Sunday, August 23, then take part in special orientation programming.
Aug 27, 2026
IMPACT Welcome Lunch
11:30 am–12:30 pm
TBD
Welcome lunch for students (and their families) who will be participating in the IMPACT retreat.
Aug 27, 2026
Opening Convocation
4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Van Noord Arena Main Gym
This ceremony brings together the Calvin community to mark the start of the academic year. All are welcome! New students and families will gather for a cookout on the Commons Lawn immediately following the ceremony.