Friday, February 3, 2023
8:00 a.m. Check-in
Candidates and their guests check in with the Admissions team and receive information on the events and activities of the schedule.
Location: Global Leadership Center [Students bring your luggage with you!]
8:30 a.m. President’s Breakfast Reception
Candidates and their guests will join the Admissions team for breakfast and have a chance to be greeted by President Gayle D. Beebe before the program begins.
Location: Global Leadership Center Patio
9:00 a.m. Morning Welcome and Program
Hear from President Gayle D. Beebe about the unique value of a Westmont liberal arts education and Augustinian Honors Program. Irene Neller, vice president for enrollment, and Jesse Covington, director of the Augustinian Scholars Program, will officially open the weekend.
Location: Global Leadership Center
10:00-11:15 a.m. Chapel
Chapel is an important part of Westmont’s commitment to faith and what it means to worship and live in community together. Experience it firsthand!
Location: Murchison Gym
11:30 a.m. Lunch (Cohorts 1-4)
Experience Westmont’s Dining Commons for lunch. You’ll gain a firsthand perspective of how community is formed around meals and breaks together!
Location: Meet outside of Murchison Gym
11:30 a.m. Tours (Cohorts 5-8)*
Take a tour of one of the country’s most beautiful colleges; enjoy the natural beauty and sacred spaces that abound on campus.
Location: Meet outside of Murchison Gym
12:30 p.m. Tours (Cohorts 1-4)*
Take a tour of one of the country’s most beautiful colleges, enjoy the natural beauty and sacred spaces that abound on campus.
Location: Meet outside of Dining Commons
12:30 p.m. Lunch (Cohorts 5-8)
Experience Westmont’s Dining Commons for lunch. You’ll gain a firsthand perspective of how community is formed around meals and breaks together!
Location: Dining Commons
2:00-3:00 p.m. Faculty Panel on the Liberal Arts
From its founding in 1937, Westmont has had a deep commitment to the liberal arts. Hear from a faculty panel, hosted by Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Kim Denu, about the faculty/student relationship, learning expectations, and how faculty blend a deep love for God with a rigorous academic schedule and program.
Location: Global Leadership Center
3:15 p.m. Scholar-Candidate Discussions
Candidates will be introduced to their cohorts. Cohort leaders and a faculty leader will guide candidates to a classroom for a time of discussion.
Location: Various Location
3:15-4:00 p.m. Community Voices*
Guests will hear from community leaders on their experience of interacting with Westmont students.
Location: Global Leadership Center
4:00-4:30 p.m. Financial Aid Overview*
Learn how the scholarships and aid process will unfold for all candidates.
Location: Global Leadership Center
4:30 p.m. Evening Reception: A Taste of Santa Barbara
Candidates and guests will get a glimpse of the sunset setting over the Pacific Ocean while enjoying delicious appetizers capturing a taste of the local flavor. Mingle with and meet other candidates, current Augustinian Scholars, leadership staff, and faculty members, and get an in-depth view of the Augustinian community and Westmont’s hospitality that makes this place apart. Visit the must-see Ridley-Tree Museum exhibit!
Location: Museum & Theater Patios
7:00 p.m. (Optional) Music Department Faculty Chamber Concert
Location: Deane Chapel
7:00-8:30 p.m. (Optional) Game Night: Augustinian Scholars & Candidates only!
Location: Clark A Lounge
Saturday, February 4, 2023
8:45 a.m. Breakfast
Candidates and guests will enjoy a continental breakfast and coffee bar to start the day.
Location: Global Leadership Center [Students, leave luggage in dorm lounge!]
9:15 a.m. Scholar-Candidate Discussions
Candidates will rejoin their cohort and faculty leaders for a morning time of discussion.
Location: Various Location
9:30 a.m. A College Prep Parent Course
Hear from Student Life leadership on how to help your student thrive at Westmont.
Location: Winter 210
10:30 a.m. Academic Break-out Session
Candidates will attend one of three lectures with their cohort group to experience a class session with a Westmont professor.
Location: Various Locations
11:45 a.m. Augustinian Candidates Banquet
Guests will rejoin their candidates as they celebrate their accomplishments that have led to this momentous occasion. They will enjoy a menu cultivated around the tastes of Santa Barbara and dive deeper into the journey of an Augustinian Scholar and a Liberal Arts experience.
Location: Global Leadership Center
2:00 p.m. Prayer Circle
A beloved tradition of the Augustinian Scholars Candidate Weekend, current Augustinian Scholars will surround candidates in prayer before they head into the essay response.
Location: Global Leadership Center
2:15 p.m. The Candidates Respond
Candidates will write their individual essay response.
Location: Various locations
2:15 p.m. Immersion Experience with the Director of Augustinian Scholar Program
Guests will enjoy a question-and-answer session with Dr. Jesse Covington.
Location: Alumni/Founders Room
3:30 p.m. Closing Reception
Candidates will reunite with their guests for a closing reception and parting blessings.
Location: Global Leadership Center
*Parent/Guardian and Guest Sessions, including parent-specific tours on Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
The Westmont College Store is located west of the Kerrwood Hall courtyard and fountain and is open on Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tell them you're with Westmont Admissions and receive 25% off!
Recommended Attire: Feel free to wear your best, as this is an interview experience. Please feel free to call or text with any questions during the event.
Ruthie Dickinson | Events and Special Projects Coordinator | (805) 705-0820 | rdickinson@westmont.edu
COME CHEER ON THE WARRIORS AT OUR MEN'S & WOMEN'S ATHLETIC EVENTS!
Saturday, Feb. 4 @ 2:00 & 4:00 p.m. in Murchison Gym (On campus)
2:00 p.m. Westmont Women’s Basketball VS Hope International Women’s Basketball
4:00 p.m. Westmont Men's Basketball VS Hope International Men's Basketball
Use the access code "GOWARRIORS" for complimentary tickets
Friday, Feb. 3 AND Saturday, Feb. 4 @ 11:00 a.m. on Russ Carr Field (On campus)
11:00 a.m. (Double-header) Westmont Men’s Baseball VS Embry-Riddle Men’s Baseball