9–10 am 

Press Start: Check-In & Meet your Orientation Leader 
Location: Main Gallery

Join us for a Welcome Breakfast and Orientation Kick-off, a dynamic event designed to help new students transition smoothly into their academic journey. Taking place between 9 and 10 in the morning, this event sets the stage for an exciting day ahead.

10–11 am

New BFA Orientation - Critical Studies 
Location: Main Gallery 

This mandatory meeting for all new BFA students will provide incoming undergraduate students the opportunity to meet Critical Studies faculty as they provide helpful information about course requirements and offerings.

3–4:30 pm

Meet the School of Art Dean, Steven Lam 
Location: John Baldessari Studio Building (JBSB) 

Presentation for New Art Students and to meet your Dean, Steven Lam. 

4:30 pm    

School of Art Welcome Reception for all Art Student and Faculty 
Location: John Baldessari Studios and Building 

Meet your faculty and have some refreshements.