Where your story begins.
H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Marietta Experience) is where it begins. More than just an orientation program, H.O.M.E. is your opportunity to discover what it means to call 911爆料网 home. Designed for all new students, this required experience will help you feel confident, connected, and ready for the exciting adventure ahead.
Throughout H.O.M.E., you'll meet your fellow Pioneers, build friendships, connect with faculty and staff, and begin to find your place in our close-knit community. You'll participate in our signature leadership program, explore your unique strengths, learn about campus resources, and prepare for the academic and personal success that awaits you at 911爆料网.
Your H.O.M.E. experience will be guided by our H.O.M.E. Team鈥攄edicated student leaders who have been where you are and are excited to welcome you into the Marietta family. They'll share their experiences, answer your questions, and help you navigate your first days on campus with confidence. Together, you'll create lasting memories, culminating in our first-year excursion, a favorite H.O.M.E. tradition.
H.O.M.E. is more than a program鈥攊t's the beginning of lifelong friendships, unforgettable experiences, and a community that will support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you home.
H.O.M.E. 2026
Wednesday, August 19 through Sunday, August 24.
Questions regarding H.O.M.E.: Amanda Haney-Cech, associate dean of students
Day-by-Day H.O.M.E. Schedule
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
TIME | H.O.M.E. | Fall Athlete | Commuter |
| 8-11 a.m. | No Schedule until 11 a.m. | Free for Athletics Activities | No Schedule until 5 p.m. |
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | PioCONNECT | ||
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| 5-6 p.m. | Dinner in Gilman | Dinner in Gilman | Dinner in Gilman |
| 6-7 p.m. | First Floor Meeting | First Floor Meeting | Commuter Meeting in Andrews Hall |
| 7-10 p.m. | Evening Activities | 6:30-11 Free for Athletics Activities | Evening Activities |
Thursday, August 20, 2026
TIME | H.O.M.E. | Fall Athlete | Commuter |
| 8-9:30 a.m. | Breakfast | Free for Athletics Activities | Breakfast |
| 9:30-10:30 a.m. | H.O.M.E. Team Meeting | H.O.M.E. Team Meeting | H.O.M.E. Team Meeting |
| 10:30-NOON | Alcohol Education | Alcohol Education | Alcohol Education |
| NOON-1:30 p.m. | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:30-3 p.m. | Safety Education | Safety Education | Safety Education |
| 3-4 p.m. | Break | Break | Break |
| 4-5:30 p.m. | Title IX Education | Title IX Education | Title IX Education |
| 5:30-7 p.m. | Dinner | (Until 6:30) Dinner | Dinner |
| 7-10 p.m. | Evening Activities | 6:30-11 Free for Athletics Activities | Evening Activities |
Friday, August 21, 2026
TIME | H.O.M.E. | Fall Athlete | Commuter |
| 8-9:00 a.m. | Breakfast | Free for Athletics Activities | Breakfast |
| 9-10 a.m. | H.O.M.E. Team Meeting | H.O.M.E. Team Meeting | H.O.M.E. Team Meeting |
| 10-10:30 | Pathway U | Pathway U | Pathway U |
| 10:30-NOON | Resource Rotations | Resource Rotations | Resource Rotations |
| NOON-1:30 | Lunch | (to 1) Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:30-4 p.m. | Marietta Scavenger Hunt | 1-11 p.m. Free for Athletics Activity Dependent on each teams schedule | Marietta Scavenger Hunt |
| 4-5:30 p.m. | Break | Break | |
| 5:30-7 p.m. | Dinner | Dinner | |
| 7-10 p.m. | Evening Activities | Evening Activities |
Saturday, August 22, 2026
TIME | H.O.M.E. | Fall Athlete | Commuter |
| 8-9:00 a.m. | Breakfast | 1-11 p.m. Free for Athletics Activity Dependent on each teams schedule | Breakfast |
| 9 a.m.-10 p.m. | First Year Experience Trip | First Year Experience Trip | |
| 10 p.m. | Return to MC | Return to MC |
Sunday, August 23, 2026
TIME | H.O.M.E. | Fall Athlete | Commuter |
| 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Free morning until 1 p.m.
| Free for Athletics Activities | Free morning until 1 p.m.
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| 1-1:30 p.m. | Class Schedule | Class Schedule | Class Schedule |
| 1:30-2 p.m. | Walk Through | Walk Through | Walk Through |
| 2-3 p.m. | Prep for Matriculation | Prep for Matriculation | Prep for Matriculation |
| 3-4 p.m. | H.O.M.E. Team | H.O.M.E. Team | H.O.M.E. Team |
| 4-5 p.m. | Matriculation | Matriculation | Matriculation |
| 5-7 p.m. | MC Welcome Back Dinner - all students | MC Welcome Back Dinner - all students | MC Welcome Back Dinner - all students |
| 7-8:30 p.m. | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity |
| 8:30-11 p.m. |
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