Threshold WOW!
Welcome to North Park
Threshold Week of Welcome (WOW!) orientation is a tradition designed to help incoming students and families transition into life at North Park. It’s your chance to connect with peers and explore campus resources.
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Threshold WOW! orientation: January 9–10
Schedule:
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| Time | January 9 | January 10 |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30–11:00 a.m. | Check in and continental breakfast Johnson Center, first floor | |
| 11:00–11:30 a.m. | Community building Johnson Center, first floor | |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Life at North Park session one Johnson Center, room 314 | |
| 12:30–1:30 p.m. | Lunch Johnson Center Bistro, first floor | |
| 1:00 p.m. | Optional city-centered excursion Meet at Johnson Center, first floor |
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| 1:30–2:30 p.m. | Life at North Park session two Johnson Center, room 314 | |
| 2:30–3:00 p.m. | Strengths assessment Johnson Center, room 314 Transfer student session Johnson Center, room 211 | |
| 3:15–3:45 p.m. | Campus tours Meet at Johnson Center, first floor | |
| 3:45 p.m. | Residence life meetings Meet at your residence hall |
For first-year students
Threshold is part of our First-Year Experience to ensure a smooth transition. Explore first-year program options to connect on campus.
For transfer students
Find answers to your questions and get help with credit evaluations, registration, and life at North Park.
For international students
Complete both the online pre-arrival and in-person orientations. International students should also participate in Threshold. Find more international student support here.
For commuter students
The Office of Student Activities and the Commuter Student Association helps you connect with campus resources and community.
For families and guests
Parent and family orientation helps you support your student’s transition. Stay connected through newsletters, social media, and campus events.
Parent resources
We encourage parents to stay involved through newsletters, calendars, athletics, and by connecting with the North Park community. You can also learn about campus health and safety through our disability services, counseling support services, and campus safety resources. We are committed to a respectful and safe campus for all students.
Contact
Center for Student Engagement
Johnson Center, first floor
5141 N. Christiana Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
Instagram: @northparkthreshold