PUC Students Make Memories During First Week of School

On September 23, Pacific Union College rang in the school year, welcoming back returning students. For new students, it was the start of an uncharted adventure they had long anticipated.

PUC happily welcomed freshman students on campus for Fusion on Wednesday, September 18. Student Involvement Director Sharleen Bouit organized new student orientation with the help of Campus Chaplain Arturo Lopez, Director of Residential Life Gena Philpott, Vice President for Enrollment, Marketing & Communication Gene Edelbach, student life and enrollment staff, and faculty accomplishing all elements of the event.

Bouit and her team arranged many activities for new students to enjoy and socialize, such as bowling, a resource hunt, a Fusion raffle, and making friendship bracelets. The friendship bracelets were a big hit as students had fun during the activity and joined groups, getting to know each other and bonding over a simple activity. They organized a food truck, hosted a movie night, and led vespers. “The freshman class seems super involved and willing to participate in events and activities, which makes for a super fun class,” shared Bouit.

The fun continued as returning and transferring students moved in on Sunday, September 22, kicking off Week of Welcome. As school began the following Monday, Bouit invited students to hand-paint the famous rock in the middle of campus and had a taco truck for students to relish for dinner.

On Tuesday, students had the chance to make new friends and celebrate a new school year during dorm decorations. PUC’s Student Association reached different student interests by having a place for students to pot succulents, arrange bouquets, decorate tote bags, and make more friendship bracelets.

Toward the end of the week, students attended Pioneer Madness, Convocation, vespers, and Club Rush. Club Rush was a hit as returning students looked forward to sharing their love for their club, and new students were excited to find another community to join.

The first week of school at PUC was nothing short of entertainment and enjoyment. During the weekend, students were invited to Sabbath lunch around the fountain and a day at the lake to relax and socialize before classes.

PUC faculty and staff are glad to have students back on campus, bringing life to the college and making memories for another school year.