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Ben Beginnings 2026 – Mesa Campus
We are thrilled about all you will accomplish during your journey at Benedictine. This is your time—to believe in the experience ahead, belong to an inspiring academic and social community, and become everything you set out to achieve.
As we proudly welcome our newest Redhawks, we look forward to seeing you to kick off your Benedictine experience through Ben Beginnings (Welcome Weekend). Ben Beginnings is your official launch into the Benedictine community – a weekend designed to help you connect, explore, and thrive. From building lasting friendships to discovering what it truly means to be a BenU student, this is where your story begins. Expect a variety of unique and exciting events—from community-building activities to campus traditions—and don’t forget: on each campus’ kick-off day, parents and families are invited to join the festivities!
Friday, Aug. 28 – Sunday, Aug. 30
Friday, Aug. 28 (full schedule coming soon)
Freshmen check-in begins at 2:30 p.m.
New Transfer Student check-in begins at 3:30 p.m.
Parent and Family Programming from 3-5 p.m.
Dinner and Casino Night are from 5-7:30 p.m.
Visit ben.edu/admissions/ben-beginnings for more information.
