Fall Weekend 2023

Join Us October 13–15!

For Students, Families, Alumni and Friends of Mitchell

SCHEDULE

Friday, October 13

Noon–9:00pm | Michael’s Dairy Open

4:00–7:00pm | Pop-up Gear Shop | Student Center (Mariner’s Wharf)

Looking for Mitchell College Gear? We’ve got you covered at our Pop-up Gear Shop. Hoodies, caps, mugs, water bottles, bags, accessories, and a lot more. Order up to 1 week ahead to have it waiting for you at the shop. Start shopping now!

5:00–6:00pm | President’s Meet and Greet | The Red Barn | Alumni, Parents, Friends of Mitchell

Alumni, Family and Friends of Mitchell are invited to join Dr. Espy for conversation and light refreshments.

7:30–8:30pm | Bingo Blitz | Red Barn | Students and Parents

Family — Friends — Fun and Prizes! Join the Campus Activities Board and Student Engagement for a fun night of BINGO with some cool prizes including Michael’s Dairy scoupons, free movie tickets and so much more!

Saturday, October 14

Noon–9:00pm | Michael’s Dairy Open

9:00am–6:00pm | Pop-up Gear Shop | Student Center (Mariner’s Wharf)

9:00am–2:00pm | Admissions Open House | Multiple Locations | Prospective Students and Families

9:45–10:45am | Thames Parent Gathering | Matteson Hall | Current Thames Parents

10:00–10:45am | Academic Session: Career Preparation at Mitchell | Weller Center | Current Parents and Families

Everyone wants a job! Join Integrative Career Development Coordinator Paul Dunn and a panel of Mitchell students to hear how we are preparing students for the 21st Century workplace. We’ll offer a quick peek at our career seminar course and our unique micro-internship program, students will speak about the challenges and rewards of completing an internship (required for graduation), and we’ll cap it off with a look at how the Mitchell Hub for Digital Innovation and Educational Excellence can complement the academic majors and the field placements our students experience as they prepare for career success.

12:00–2:30pm | Tailgate Party | Tent Near Athletic Fields | Open to All

Calling all Mariner fans! Join us for munchies and refreshments, a cash bar, vintage Mariner merch—and more—as we rally our team spirit for the men’s and women’s soccer match. Note: There will be a cash bar in the tent next to the food area.

11:00am | Men’s Soccer v. Johnson & Wales | Soccer Field

No cost; no tickets required.

2:00pm | Women’s Soccer v. Norwich | Soccer Field

No cost; no tickets required.

3:00–4:00pm | All-Alumni Reunion Honoring the Classes of 3s | Weller Center | All Alumni

Ahoy, Mitchell alumni! Join us for a celebration of the most important part of our Mitchell College history–YOUR STORY! This gathering will be a place to relax, reconnect, and relive some of your favorite Mitchell memories. Catch up with one another and learn about what’s happening at Mitchell today while enjoying a Signature Cocktail toast, light hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar.

In advance of Fall Weekend, please share photos of your time at Mitchell with us so we can reminisce, and maybe share some laughs (email them to welsh_j@mitchell.edu)! We will also be capturing your stories of Mitchell and how it has impacted you.

Join us for a special toast with our Signature Cocktail to celebrate members of the classes ending in 3.

7:30–8:30pm | Performing Arts Cabaret | Clarke Center Stage | Open to All

Come and celebrate the Performing Arts at Mitchell! The Cabaret offers a unique opportunity to experience a wide range of performances by members across the Mitchell community:
-Selet Chorus
-Mitchell Dance/Cheer
-The Mitchell Players
-Solo Acts by students, faculty, and staff

8:30–9:30pm | Beach Bonfire | Mitchell Beach | Open to All

No cost; no tickets required.