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Linderman Library in fall

Fall Open House Agenda

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Check-in

Location: Zoellner Arts Center, Lobby

Parking is available in the Zoellner Parking Garage and in the Alumni Memorial Parking Pavilion. Additional on-campus parking can be found in our Taylor Gym lot as well as on-street metered parking.

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Provost's Welcome to Lehigh University

Location: Zoellner Arts Center, Baker Theatre

We’re excited for you to experience our community and learn how Lehigh students are built for tomorrow’s challenges. Enjoy a welcome from Lehigh’s Provost, Nathan Urban, and hear about the unique opportunities Lehigh has to offer.

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Lehigh Student Panel

Location: Zoellner Arts Center, Baker Theatre

Hosted by Danielle Schlough, Sr. Assist. Director of Admissions, this panel will allow students and families to learn about the Lehigh student experience. Current students will share information about living and learning at Lehigh, what student life is really like and how their Lehigh experience has shaped their future.

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM: One University, Limitless Opportunities

With four distinct undergraduate colleges and an overall interdisciplinary focus, the academic possibilities at Lehigh are endless. Choose from one of the four following sessions to learn more about your college of interest:

College of Arts and Sciences

Location: Zoellner Arts Center, Baker Theatre

The College of Arts and Sciences is at the heart of Lehigh University and offers a wide variety of academic programs as well as provides essential liberal arts access to all Lehigh students. Engage with faculty and students from the college while they share the value of a liberal arts education, whether your interests are in STEM, the social sciences or the humanities.

  • Additionally: If you have an interest in a major or minor in the College of Arts and Sciences, join the administrative team and faculty for an optional Mix and Mingle to answer questions about programs and research beginning at 11:45 AM in the Zoellner Arts Center Lobby.

College of Business

Location: Business Innovation Building, Lobby

Students in the College of Business receive a transformative education informed by leaders in a dynamic world where business knowledge and technology skills meet. Engage with members of the College of Business to learn more about what makes Lehigh Business unique.

College of Health

Location: Health, Science & Technology Building, Room L185

The College of Health offers students a core curriculum designed to help them understand the determinants of health and receive training in research methods, equipping them to engage with and improve health outcomes in local communities and globally.

P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science

Location: Packard Laboratory, Lobby

Founded and grounded in experiential learning, Rossin College students discover their passions and make real impact through research and working with groundbreaking faculty. Meet with current students, academic clubs and some members of Rossin faculty while also exploring our engineering spaces on campus.

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM: Lunch

Location: STEPS Building Lawn

Join Lehigh University’s Dining Services on the STEPS Lawn for a bagged lunch. There will be a variety of meals that should serve all dietary needs. There will be seating in the STEPS Lawn, Farrington Square, and near the flagpole in front of the Clayton University Center.

In addition, please find a map of some of our favorite restaurants within a block or two of campus. Explore the neighborhood and check out Bethlehem’s SouthSide!

11:45 AM – 1:30 PM: LU Expos

Location: Maginnes Hall and STEPS Building

These expo-style fairs offer students opportunities to connect with members of various offices and organizations across campus to learn more about academic and student life experiences, resources and support provided to Lehigh students. Offices featured will include:

Academic Expo

Location: Maginnes Hall, Lobby

  • Creative Inquiry
    • Research at Lehigh
  • Lehigh Launch
    • First semester in the American West or Chile
  • Office of International Affairs
    • Study Abroad
    • Iacocca International Internship
  • Office of Entrepreneurship
  • Center for Career and Professional Development

Student Life Expo

Location: STEPS Building, Lobby

  • Housing and Residence Life
  • Dining
  • Student Involvement Office
    • Clubs and Organizations
    • Greek Life
  • Lehigh University Police Department
  • Pride Center
  • Center for Cultural Engagement
  • Gender, Leadership and Empowerment Center
  • Student Access and Success
  • Center for Spirituality and Dialogue

12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Inter-college Interdisciplinary Program Information Session

Location: Packard Laboratory, Room 466

Join an introduction to our four Inter-college Interdisciplinary Programs: Computer Science and Business (CSB), Integrated Business and Engineering (IBE), Integrated Degree in Engineering and Arts and Sciences (IDEAS), and our newest addition, Integrated Business and Health (IBH). Learn more about each program including curriculum details, experiential learning opportunities and career success. After a brief overview, the program directors will be available for individual questions.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Pre-med Information Session

Location: STEPS Building, Room 101

Learn more about our pre-med and advising program through an information session and Q&A with our Med Mentors and our Pre-med advisor. This session will give students insight into what our pre-med track is all about and how it prepares students for their next steps toward graduate school.
There will be two 30-minute sessions with start times of 1:00 PM and 1:30 PM

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Admissions Application Process 101

Location: Neville Hall, Room 001

We hope you’re enjoying your college search journey, we know that the application process can sometimes be daunting. Join Sarah Bombard, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, as she discusses the holistic application review and provides some tips.
There will be three 30-minute sessions with start times of 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Financial Aid 101

Location: Packard Laboratory, Room 416

We know as you are applying for admission, you might also be applying for financial aid. Join a member of the financial aid team as we discuss the financial aid process, touching on both need-based aid and merit scholarships.
There will be three 30-minute sessions with start times of 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:00 PM.

Choose Your Own Adventure

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Lehigh’s Steel Bridge Team and Baja Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Demonstrations

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Steel Bridge Team (Fritz Laboratory) and Baja SAE (Mohler Laboratory)

Join members of civil and environmental engineering design teams in Fritz Laboratory and our Baja racing team as they discuss and demonstrate what their respective organizations do. 
 

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Asa Packer Campus Tour

12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Tours leave from the flagpole at the base of the Clayton University Center lawn in the center of campus. Walking tours will be dismissed every 15 minutes with the last tour leaving at 2:30 PM.

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Intramural, Club Sports and Fitness

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Taylor Gym, Lobby

Join our director of club sports, intramurals and recreation, as well as current students, who will be available in our main campus fitness facility to answer questions about sports, fitness and intramurals. 
 

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Lehigh Launch

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: STEPS Building, Room 102

Lehigh Launch is an experiential, integrative learning experience for intellectually curious and independent students. This unique first-semester experience is led by Lehigh faculty and is open to students in any major. Join faculty and staff to learn more about Lehigh Launch in the American West and Chile! There will be two 30-minute sessions with start times of 2:00 PM and 2:30 PM. 

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Art, Architecture, and Design Studio Showcase & Facility Tour

2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Mountaintop Campus, Building C, 2nd Floor Lounge

Join faculty, staff and students as they showcase the Art, Architecture, and Design facilities at Mountaintop Campus. They will highlight the woodshop, studio spaces, and the fascinating hands-on projects that students are working on. The tour will begin promptly at 2:15 PM, please arrive no later than 2:10 PM.