Welcome Week at Crandall University offers an energetic and welcoming kickoff to the fall semester—bringing together new and returning students for connection, celebration, and a chance to get oriented with campus life. We’re thrilled to share highlights from this vibrant week, including Graduate Orientation, Move-In Day, Undergraduate Orientation, CSA Events, a Chapel Kickoff, and the much‑anticipated Soccer Home Opener.

Graduate Orientation

Crandall University hosted a three-day Fall Orientation for International Graduate Students from August 27 to 29, 2025, featuring a mix of welcoming activities and essential sessions.

• Day 1 (August 27) began with registration and a warm Welcome, Prayer & Introductions session, followed by IT guidance, mental health and counseling info, a spotlight on “CU Serves,” a student panel, Student Life Q&A, a group photo, campus tours, and engaging quiz and prize giveaways.

• Day 2 (August 28) included more Student Life Q&A, an RCMP session, Service New Brunswick info, an International Student Info Session, optional chapel introduction and worship, lunch, a Community Fair, SIN clinic, textbook pick-up, and concluded with closing remarks.

• Day 3 (August 29) featured program and department overviews, APA orientation, Student Writing & Success Centre guidance, options for final semester planning for MMs and MOrgM students, a final prize draw and closing prayer, a Graduate Student Society (GSS) sponsored lunch, and an optional Resume Clinic

Move In Day

On Monday, September 1, undergraduate students began Welcome Week with on‑campus housing move‑in at the newly renovated Colburne House, setting the foundation for a smooth and exciting start to their semester.

Undergraduate Orientation

Orientation for undergraduates unfolded over several days with programming tailored to both new and returning students:

• Tuesday, September 2 featured a check‑in at Murray Hall, “Connect: Undergrad” sessions for various faculties in Brinton Auditorium, campus tours (for Arts, Business, Science), BEd/BTEd orientation, faculty advisor meetings, a Community Fair in The Commons, a free pizza lunch, returning student orientation, a fun CSA Slip’n’Slide behind Murray Hall, an international student session, and ended with CSA Dodgeball

CSA Events

The Crandall Student Association (CSA) brought energy and engagement throughout the week:

• Monday, September 1 saw a Movie Night on the soccer field.

• Tuesday, September 2 included the Slip’n’Slide, Dodgeball, and the Community Fair, energized by CSA participation.

• Wednesday, September 3 featured a lively CSA Silent Disco on Crowell Field.

• Thursday, September 4 brought the CSA Soccer‑Baseball Tournament.

• Friday, September 5 wrapped up with a CSA Mystery Bus Tour and the evening gathering, Grounded, for a night of worship

Chapel Kickoff

As part of the week’s spiritual start, on Wednesday, September 3, students gathered for the first chapel of the year—an uplifting moment to come together in faith and community.

Soccer Home Opener

Closing out the week, on Saturday, September 6, the Chargers Soccer Home Opener versus STU welcomed fans to Mathieu Martin High School. Students were encouraged to wear blue and support the Chargers! The ladies lost to STU with a score of 5-1 and the men also lost to STU with the final score being 3-0. On Sunday, both teams played UNBSJ with the ladies losing 3-1 and the men winning 2-1.

Welcome to all new and returning Crandall students!

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