Parents & Families New Warriors Family Weekend
November 3-5, 2023
Parents and guardians of new Westmont students are invited to campus in November to see how your student is settling in to campus life. You can attend one of our open classes, attend chapel and to get a taste of collegiate life yourself!
Friday, November 3, 2023
Attend a Class
Various locations.
Some classes welcome guests. Open classes will be listed here. Be prepared to participate; expect challenging content!
Check-In
President's Patio, Kerrwood Hall
Check in. Say hello, pick up your name tag and a cup of coffee or tea as you begin your day.
10:30-11:20 am Worship in Chapel
Murchison Gym
Worship with the Westmont community. Our chapel speaker is Carrie Svaboda.
Lunch Available
Dining Commons (DC)
Take your student out for lunch in town or stay on campus and dine in the DC. The DC is cashless. Accepts all credit cards and Apple Pay.
3-3:45 pm Global Opportunities: Information for Parents and Guardians
President's Patio Kerrwood Hall (by the Fountain)
Parents and guardians, this session is a helpful overview for you to learn about how students can expand their horizons with Global Education. Westmont offers many faculty-led semester-long programs on a rotating schedule along with programs at over 30 affiliate institutions. We encourage students to stop by the Global Education office to find out how they can best prepare for an off-campus experience and fulfill GE, major, minor or elective credit. Learn more here.
4:30-5 pm Presidents Update for Parents and Guardians, and Reception
President's Patio, Kerrwood Hall (by the Fountain)
Enjoy delicious refreshments and get to know fellow parents. Westmont president Gayle D. Beebe will provide an update and answer your questions.
Dinner Available
Dining Commons (DC)
Enjoy dinner in Santa Barbara with your student or pick up dinner at the Dining Commons.
SATURDAY, November 4, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 am Parent Breakfast and Learning Session
Global Leadership Center
If you have not already checked in, get your name tag and enjoy breakfast and a helpful presentation.
10:00 a.m. Men's Soccer vs Dominican
Purchase tickets here.
Lunch Available at the Dining Commons
Pick up lunch in the DC with your student or take your student out to one of many great restaurants in the area!
2:30 p.m. Women's Soccer vs Dominican
Purchase tickets here.
3:00 p.m. Volleyball vs Hawaii Pacific / Senior Day
Purchase tickets here.
Explore Santa Barbara!
There are a number of fun, Free Things to Do in the Santa Barbara Area.
Dinner on the Town
Enjoy dinner in town with your student. Consider taking along their roommate or new friend. This is a great time to listen and learn more about your student's college life so far. Here are some local favorites.
SUNDAY, November 5, 2023
Church
Attend church with your student and treat them to breakfast or lunch.
WEEKEND FAQs
A visiting family member has special needs.
Please email us at parents@westmont.edu or call (805) 565-6056 so we can advise on handicap parking or other questions.
Where should I park?
Parent Relations has reserved two parking lots especially for visiting parents and families (near the library & baseball parking lots) on Friday and Saturday.
What are the bookstore hours?
You can stock up on Warrior gear during the following hours:
Friday 8:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Note, bookstore is closed during chapel, 10:30-11:20 a.m.)
Saturday 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Shop online at all hours here.
What athletic events are taking place?
You can find all the athletic team schedules here.