Parents & Families Parent & Family Weekend 2022
“Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord…” Psalm 95:1
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022
8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. Check-in Table
Visit Hospitality Table: President's Patio 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
If you arrive after 10:30 am, find the check in table at the Global Leadership Center.
8 a.m.-3 p.m. Attend a Class—Without a Quiz!
View a list of classes welcoming visitors for the day. Be prepared to participate!
10:30-11:20 a.m. Worship in Chapel.
Campus Pastor Scott Lisea will deliver the chapel message.
Location: Westmont's Murchison Gym
12:00-1:30 p.m. Visiting Parent & Family Luncheon
Parent & Family Weekend registration includes this special buffet lunch.
Location: Westmont's Global Leadership Center
1:45 p.m. Get to know the Westmont campus.
Campus tours will be available for interested Parents and Families--great for anyone wishing they knew the campus just a little better.
2:00 p.m. Enjoy Santa Barbara for the afternoon!
Consider a hike, time at the beach, a stroll on State Street, or exploring the art museum or zoo.
5:15 p.m. Doors open for Spring Sing (tickets sold separately).
Check the Spring Sing webpage for details, tickets, and parking and entry information. The venue does have COVID-entry requirements; read more here.
Location: The event is off campus. The performances take place at the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N Milpas Street.
SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022
8:45-10 a.m. Check-in Table
If you haven’t already, stop by Hospitality Table to check in.
Location: Westmont's Global Leadership Center
9-9:50 a.m. Continental Breakfast and Morning Devotion for Parents and Families
You are invited to a morning devotion from 9:30-9:50 a.m.
Location: Westmont's Global Leadership Center
10-10:45 a.m. President's Update for Parents and Families
Hear President Gayle D. Beebe share about the state of the college, new initiatives and college developments. A question-and-answer session follows his talk.
Location: Westmont's Global Leadership Center
10:50 – 11:30 a.m. Felicia Wu Song, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology
Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence, and Place in the Digital Age
Westmont professor Felicia Wu Song speaks about her recent book "Restless Devices" and includes time for Q & A. You can read her engaging book in advance or get your copy at the Westmont bookstore. Read an excerpt here.
Location: Westmont's Global Leadership Center
12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Nursing Program Open House | Westmont Downtown
Westmont launched its Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program in January 2022. Visit Westmont's downtown Santa Barbara location and tour the state-of-the-art nursing Skills Lab, Simulation Lab and classrooms. Learn about Westmont's exciting partnership with nearby Cottage Health.
Location: 26 W. Anapamu Street. The building is adjacent to Public Parking Lot 5.
3:00 p.m. Tennis Match
Men's Tennis vs. Claremont-Mudd-Scripps
Location: Abbott Tennis Court
Evening: Enjoy Santa Barbara
The rest of the evening belongs to you in beautiful Santa Barbara.
SUNDAY, APRIL 3
Morning - Worship
Join your student at one of Santa Barbara’s many wonderful churches. If you have time, enjoy a local brunch with your student before you travel home.
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. You will see two almost-completed kiosks at each entry to campus, but they aren't yet in service, so simply drive on to campus and park as a visiting guest.
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.
Is the Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art open to visit?
The museum will be closed to visitors. There are no exhibits during taking place during Parent & Family Weekend.
What athletic events are taking place?
The tennis match is the only home game taking place on these dates. You can find all the athletic team schedules here.
What is Spring Sing?
At Spring Sing, Westmont students from each residence hall produce Broadway-style skits and compete for prizes and bragging rights. The longest-running tradition on campus, this event has traditionally involved more students than any other Westmont activity. See for yourself!
What are COVID Protocols?
For most parts of campus, including the Dining Commons, Chapel, Dorms, Library, Indoor Athletic Contests, common areas, while we highly recommend continued use of masks when gathering with others, masks will no longer be required regardless of vaccination status. Learn more here. Please do not visit campus if you recently tested positive for COVID-19; came into contact with someone who recently tested positive; or have COVID-19 symptoms, including fever, coughing or shortness of breath. If you need to cancel your registration, please contact us at 805-565-6056.