Friday, July 25
Welcome to Paine: Getting Started
Registration and Move-In Day are the kickoff to your Paine College experience—and we're rolling out the purple and white carpet just for you! Get ready for an exciting welcome as student leaders, and the men of the Eta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. at Paine College help you unload, move into your residence hall, and get settled. From the first hellos to room decorating, the energy will be high, and the support will be strong. We will also be available for you to get your class schedule, turn in important documents, and pay any balances you may have to settle. This is your first step into the Lion Pride—your home away from home starts here!
9-5pm
New Student Registration
You must report here first before going to your Residence Hall
HEAL Complex
9-5pm
New Student Move-In
Assigned Residence Halls
4:30-6:30pm
Dinner
Peter Campus Center
Saturday, July 26
9-1:30pm
New Student Registration
You must report here first before going to your Residence Hall
HEAL Complex
9-5pm
New Student Move-In
Assigned Residence Halls
4:30-6:30pm
Dinner
Peter Campus Center
Day 1 - Sunday, July 27
Welcome to the Lion's Den: Getting Settled at Paine College
11:00am
Jazzin' with the President and First Lady: A Welcome Brunch for Incoming Students & Families
Attire: Dressy Casual/Sunday's Best
Peter Campus Center
1:30pm
"Partners in the Journey": A Parent Welcome Session (All parents are required to attend)
Candler Memorial Library
5:00pm
Vespers Service/Parting Ceremony Dinner (All parents and families are required to attend)
Student Attire:
• Ladies: All Black Attire (Business Casual)
• Gentlemen: Black Dress Pants/White Dress Shirt/Black Tie
Gilbert-Lambuth Memorial Chapel
7:00pm
Residence Hall Mixers (for students only)
Assigned Residence Halls
Day 2 - Monday, July 28
Welcome to Paine: Know Your Campus
8:00am
Breakfast
Peter Campus Center
9:00am
Check-In for Orientation/ Icebreakers with O-Team
Candler Memorial Library
10:00am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
12:00pm
Campus Tours
Peter Campus Center
12:00pm
Lunch
Peter Campus Center
1:30pm
"PC Shop Til You Drop"
Incoming students will visit the Lion's Shop and stock up on all things Paine—from t-shirts and hoodies to water bottles, lanyards, and more. This is the perfect time to grab your official Paine College paraphernalia and step into the semester in style!
Lions Shop
3:00pm
"Swipe Smart: Understanding Aid & Accounts"
Candler Memorial Library
3:45pm
Rockin' Out with O-Team
Candler Memorial Library
5:00pm
Dinner
Peter Campus Center
6:00pm
Lion Link-Up: Alumni, Food & Fun
HEAL Complex
8:00pm
Residence Hall Meetings with RAs
Assigned Residence Halls
Day 3 - Tuesday, July 29
Academic Day: Setting You Up for Success
9:00am
Check-In for Orientation/ Icebreakers with O-Team
Candler Memorial Library
10:00am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
11:30am
Greetings from Academic Department Chairs
Candler Memorial Library
10:00am
First-Year Experience Overview (Advising & Academic Success Session)
Candler Memorial Library
12:00pm
First-Year Experience Overview (Advising & Academic Success Session)
Candler Memorial Library
12:45pm
Introduction to the Student Information System (SIS) & Blackboard (LMS)
-NOTE: Students will go to the Library in their groups (Purple group, White group, and Gold group) in 30-minute increments
Collins-Calloway Library
3:15pm
"Degree to Dollars" & Major Fair
Candler Memorial Library
5:00pm
"Roar & Represent" Themed Dinner
Show your Lion Pride and wear your Paine College paraphernalia
Peter Campus Center
7:00pm
Movie Night
Candler Memorial Library
Day 4 - Wednesday, July 30
Campus Life & Culture
9:00am
Check-In for Orientation/ Icebreakers with O- Team
Candler Memorial Library
10:00am
Financial Literacy with Bank of America
• Candler Memorial Library (Purple group)
• Gandy Richardson Lecture Hall (White group)
•HEAL Large Classroom (Gold Group)
11:00am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
11:30am
Health & Wellness Resources Fair
Veranda
1:00pm
Campus Culture: History & Traditions of Paine
Candler Memorial Library
2:00pm
Student Life Panel (Greek Life, Clubs, Athletics)
Candler Memorial Libary
3:30pm
Campus Scavenger Hunt & Prize Giveaways
Various Locations
5:00pm
"Denim & Dreams" Themed Dinner/Trail Ride
Come dressed in your best denim and bring your biggest dreams!
Peter Campus Center
6:30pm
"Find Your Tribe" Social & Org Fair
Candler Memorial Library
Day 5 - Thursday, July 31
Purpose & Preparation: Your Journey Begins
9:00am
Check-In for Orientation/ Icebreakers with O-Team
Candler Memorial Library
10:00am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
11:30am
"Know the Code: Living the Paine Way"
Candler Memorial Library
12:00pm
Ted Talk: Title IX
Candler Memorial Library
12:30pm
"Let's Tak Safety"
Candler Memorial Library
4:30pm
"Color Me Paine" Themed Dinner
Wear the color that represents your assigned residence hall.
• Berry-Gomillion Hall (Female)
• Graham Hall (Female)
• Ervin Hall (Male)
• Gray Hall (Male)
• Hollis Hall (Male)
• Commuter Students (those that do not live on campus)
Peter Campus Center
Day 6 - Friday, August 1
Pride In Our Roots: Culture & Community Day
10am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
12:30pm
Check-In for Orientation Activity
HEAL Complex
1:30-4pm
Tour of Augusta: Exploring Your New Community
This guided city tour gives new students a chance to explore key areas around Augusta, including historic landmarks, cultural sites, and practical stops like local grocery stores, banks, and student-friendly hangouts. The goal is to help students feel more connected and comfortable in their new home beyond the campus gates
HEAL Complex
5:00pm
"Rep Your Hometown" Themed Dinner
Wear anything (shirts, hats, etc.) to represent your hometown. Add your hometown to the new "Who You Wit Wall"
Peter Campus Center
Day 7 - Saturday, August 2
Standing on Business with the Prez
10am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
11:30am
Town Hall with the Prez (for New & Returning Students)
Gilbert-Lambuth Memorial Chapel
12:30pm
Fall 2025 Kickoff Event
Peter Campus Center
4:30pm
Dinner
Peter Campus Center
7:00pm
"Battle In the Lion's Den" (Paine Triathlon)
HEAL Complex
Day 8 - Sunday, August 3
10am
Worship Service/Induction & Pinning Ceremony From the Den to Destiny
(All students are required to attend)
Student Attire:
• Ladies: All White Attire (Business Casual)
• Gentlemen: Black Dress Pants/White Dress Shirt/Black Tie
Gilbert-Lambuth Memorial Chapel
11:30am
Brunch
Peter Campus Center
Giving