PROGRAM SCHEDULE Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Events highlighted in Maroon are for Both Parents & Students, events in Black are for Students Only.
Time
Event
Place
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Check-in/Move-in
Residential Houses
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
ID/Yearbook Photo (by House clusters)
Shirley Massey Executive Conference Center
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
NSO Box Pick Up
Kilgore Campus Center Plaza
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Residence House Meeting Opportunity
Residential Houses
Thursday, August 13, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
ID/Yearbook Photo (by House clusters)
Shirley Massey Executive Conference Center
Welcome by NSO Administration
10 :00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Kevin Booker ‘90 (Vice President for Students Services & Dean of the College) Dr. Brock Mayers ‘99 (Associate Vice President for Student Services & Dean of Students) Damon Bellmon (Director of Student Activities & New Student Orientation) Joshua Troutman ‘17 (Director of Student Activities & Fraternal Life) Dr. Paul. B. Larkin (Associate Dean, Student Life & Leadership; Assistant Director, Bonner Office od Community Services)
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
11:05 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Campus Safety with Chief Prescott
11:15 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.
Student Conduct with Dean Southern
11:25 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.
Counseling & Accessibility Services with Tina Grimmett
12:00 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Campus Health Services with Morehouse School of Medicine
12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
LUNCH
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
Transfer Students Reception
Ray Charles Performing Arts Center
Howard W. Thurman Honors Program
African American Hall of Fame
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
(Transfer Students and Parents Only) (Honors Program Students, Parents & Faculty Only)
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
FDASC Open House
Frederick Douglass Academic Success Center
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FREE TIME
Brown Street
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
DINNER
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
(Students Only)
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
“Welcome to the House” (Parents and Students)
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
9:30 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Residence House Meeting Opportunity
Residential Houses Page 1
Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
BREAKFAST
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
8:55 a.m. – 9:10 a.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Line Up”
Brown Street
(Students Only)
9:15 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
Dear Old Morehouse by J.O.B Moseley ‘29
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
Opening Assembly
10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Dr. F. DuBois Bowman ’92, 13th President of the College Dr. Kendrick Brown, Vice President of Academic Affair & Provost Kevin Booker ‘90, Vice President of Student Services & Dean of the College
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
11:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
General Education Overview Dr. Adria Welcher
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Your First Year at Morehouse Professor Illya Davis
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
LUNCH
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
1:15 p.m. - 1:25 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
(Students Only)
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Introduction to Academic Advising
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
Introduction to Academic Divisions
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
Business & Economics
Bank of America Auditorium
Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & The Arts
Ray Charles Performing Arts Center
Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS)
Nabrit-Mapp- McBay Lecture Room 1
Undeclared Majors
African American Hall of Fame
3:20 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Division Deans and Department Chairs
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
Business & Economics
Bank of America Auditorium
Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & The Arts
Ray Charles Performing Arts Center
Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS)
Nabrit-Mapp-McBay Lecture Room 1
Undeclared Majors
African American Hall of Fame
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Morehouse Legacy Reception
Ray Charles Performing Arts Center
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Morehouse First-Generation Reception
African American Hall of Fame
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
DINNER
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
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6:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
(Students Only)
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Parents’ Parting Ceremony*
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Residence House Meeting Opportunity
Residential Houses
*Note: The Parents’ Parting Ceremony marks the end of the Parents’ Orientation Program
Saturday, August 15, 2026 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
“For Whom the Bell Tolls”
Brown Street
6:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
BRUNCH
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
12:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
(Students Only)
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Preventing Interpersonal Violence & Promoting Healthy Relationships with Keith Cobbs
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Career Services with Douglass Cooper & Dr. Hubbard
3:20 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Meet YOUR Student Orgs! (SGA, CASA, Greek Life, Royal Court, RSOs)
4:00 p.m. – 4:25 p.m.
The Morehouse Brand!! with Senior Director Jasmine Gurley
4:30 p.m. – 4:55 p.m.
Call & Response with NSO Leaders (Final Package Submitted for Olive Branch)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
DINNER
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
6:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Operation Olive Branch Ceremony
Forbes Arena
8:15 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
Operation Olive Branch Social
Forbes Arena (Hosted by Morehouse College)
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
(Students Only)
Sunday, August 16, 2026 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
BREAKFAST
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
9:25 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
(Students Only)
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Freshman Convocation (Spelman & Morehouse)
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Morehouse x Spelman Siblings Experience
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
LUNCH
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
DINNER
6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup” (Students Only)
Brown Street
7:30 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
Alumni Engagement Sessions
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
9:15 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Spirit Night
Forbes Arena
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
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Monday, August 17, 2026 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
BREAKFAST
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
9:25 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
(Students Only)
10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Black Voters Matter
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Black Male Research Institute
11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Frederick Douglass Academic Success Center/ Academic Coaching
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Servant Leaders Student Life & Leadership App
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
LUNCH
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
2:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Class of 2030 “The New Student Lineup”
Brown Street
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
(Students Only)
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Counseling and Accessibility Services
3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
AUCC-SHWC
4:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Study Abroad/Andrew Young Center
5:20 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Morehouse Campus Tours
10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Residence House Meeting Opportunity
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel Residential Houses
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 BREAKFAST
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
AUC Woodruff Library Tours
Kilgore Center Plaza/ AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
LUNCH
Chivers/Lane Cafeteria
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Morehouse Campus Tours
Residential Houses
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Before the First Day of Class with Professor Illya Davis
Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Residence House Meeting Opportunity
Residential Houses
8:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 First Day of Class Fall 2026
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STRATEGY GROUP
F. DuBois Bowman’92, Ph.D.
Kendrick Brown, Ph.D.
Karen Miller
President
Provost & Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs
Chief Administrative Officer & Senior Vice President of Administrative Services
Kevin R. Booker ‘90
Henry M. Goodgame ‘84
Undria A. Stalling Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President of Business and Finance Interim Chief Brand Officer & Vice President of Strategic Marketing, Communications & Admissions
Richard Ammons
Interim Vice President of Institutional Advancement
Dean of the College & Vice President of Student Services
Michael E. Johnson ‘87
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Vice President of External Relations & Alumni Engagement
Craig Burgess
Chief Compliance Officer & General Counsel
ACADEMIC DEANS
Regine O. Jackson, Ph.D.
Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & the Arts
Herman Holt, Ph.D.
Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
J. Preston Jones, DBA Business & Economics
Claude Hutto, Ed.D. ‘94
Professional & Continuing Studies & Assistant Vice Provost Page 5
STUDENT SERVICES LEADERSHIP Kevin Booker ‘90 Vice President of Student Services & Dean of the College Brock Mayers, Ed.D. ’99 Associate Vice President of Student Services & Dean of Students
Charles Prescott ‘07 Associate Vice President of Campus Safety & Chief of Police
Terry Alexander Director of Recreation, Intramurals & Fitness
Kimberly Prather Executive Assistant
Damon Bellmon Director of Student Activities & New Student Orientation
Michael Southern Assistant Dean for Student Conduct
Paul Larkin, EdD, MPH Associate Dean for Student Life & Leadership & Assistant Director of Community Service Douglas Cooper Executive Director of Career Development & Engagement Lovely Durham Associate Dean for Student Services
Tina Thompson Grimmett, Me.D. Director of Counseling Services Joshua Troutman, ‘17 Director of Student Activies & Fraternity Life Michael Turner, Ed.D. Associate Dean, Ombudsperson & Director of Student Relations
Nije Lane, Ed.D. Director of Housing & Residential Education Randall Norman Deputy Chief of Police
Connect with Student Services at student.services@morehouse.edu. Page 6
LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (L.E.A.D.)
The L.E.A.D. certificate is a non-credit, co-curricular series required by the following student leadership positions require the LEAD certificate for eligibility: Student Government Association (SGA), Campus Alliance for Student Activities (CASA), RSO e-board members, fraternal life interests, residential assistants (RAs), the Morehouse College Royal Court, and New Student Orientation (NSO) leaders are designed to develop students’ leadership skills with varied opportunities to discover and enhance their leadership competencies. This program allows students to build their own intentional pathway through the program to facilitate a commitment to their own unique leadership journey. The L.E.A.D. certificate is intended to help students become change agents by identifying their strengths and leadership style while preparing students for leadership roles and responsibilities on campus, in careers, and in the community. Scholars who earn a L.E.A.D. certificate will: • increase their self-awareness of leadership skills • add an impressive certification to their resumes • develop skills and define their values to help guide them throughout their time at Morehouse and future endeavors
HOW TO COMPLETE THE L.E.A.D. CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Scholars must complete the eight (8) required leadership workshops provided in Cohort A (spring semester) or Cohort B (fall semester) and the 2-page reflection paper event. Students must register for each requirement prior to the start date. 1. Identity Circles: Exploring Self and Community 2. True Colors: A Tool for Maximizing Diverse Work Styles 3. Planning Effective Meetings 4. Conflict Resolution: Handling Interpersonal Dynamics 5. Creating and Tracking SMART Goals 6. Building Coalitions for Campus and Community Change 7. Managing Up: Working Better with Your Boss 8. Preparing a Leadership Transition AND 2-Page Reflection Paper Certificates are awarded at the end of the academic year in the spring semester. Noah Cathey ’28 Senior Leadership Ambassador Joshua Troutman ’17 Leadership Track Advisor
Paul Larkin, EdD, MPH Leadership Track Advisor
For more information vist: https://givepul.se/h8umky Page 7
MOREHOUSE COLLEGE ROYAL COURT The Morehouse College Royal Court exists to serve as an official ambassadorial and symbolic leadership entity for Morehouse College, promote institutional pride, cultural excellence, and student engagement; provide platforms for leadership development, service, mentorship, and creative expression and uplift the Morehouse College student body through programming that reflects the ideals of the Morehouse Man.
Mister Morehouse College Royal Court
Miss Maroon and White Royal Court
Amir Staten ‘27 Mr. Morehouse College
Genesis Price 90th Miss Maroon & White
Marlin Seale ‘27 1st Attendant
Janiyah Joseph 1st Attendant
Corey Smith ‘27 2nd Attendant
Sydney Shaw 2nd Attendant
Joshua Troutman ‘17 Advisor
Nije Lane, Ed.D. Advisor
DeAndre Malcolm Advisor
Maisha Gunter Advisor
For more information vist: https://givepul.se/4etoon Page 8
CAMPUS ALLIANCE FOR STUDENT ACTIVITIES (CASA)
The Campus Alliance for Student Activities (CASA) plans many events each year in partnership with other organizations at Morehouse and with members of the Atlanta University Consortium. Some of those events include: • Alcohol, Drug and Risky Behavior Awareness Week • Homecoming • HUMP Wednesday • Depression Awareness Week • Diversity Awareness Week • Disability Awareness Week • Spring Fest Jaden Palmer-Waldron ‘27 President Isaiah Evans ‘27 Vice President Norell Mays ‘28 Secretary Noah Evans ‘29 Chancellor Adeyemi Mitchell Special Events Coordinator
Terry Brock Special Events Coordinator
Isaiah Evans Special Events Coordinator Kylen Smith Media
Khasen Kirkland Special Events Coordinator
Dylan Curtis Special Events Coordinator Harrison Brooks Media
Junious Bell Director of Interns Damon Bellmon Advisor For more information vist: https://givepul.se/26c4e Page 9
NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is comprised of presidents of each Divine Nine organization The purpose of the NPHC shall be to foster cooperative actions of its members in dealing with matters of mutual concern. Thus, NPHC promotes the well-being of its affiliate fraternities and sororities, facilitates the establishment and development of local councils of the NPHC, and provides leadership training for its constituents. Jeremiah Baker Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. President Jeremiah Lowther Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. President Azekel Hartley Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. President Isaiah Frazier Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. President John Gwynn Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. President Joshua Troutman ‘17 Advisor
For more information vist: https://givepul.se/yc2efe Page 10
THE MAROON TIGER & THE TORCH YEARBOOK
In 1925, the students of Morehouse College established the Athenaeum, a monthly journal that embodied the guiding principles of the young institution and showcased the talents of Afro-America’s finest young minds. After becoming The Maroon Tiger in 1931, the publication continued its enduring commitment to excellence and advocacy. Today, the tradition continues weekly. The Maroon Tiger serves a broad community of students and scholars by maintaining a commitment to ethical leadership and promoting a global focus. In this manner, we are a unique entity in the arena of college newspapers. Our goals stretch beyond the realm of journalism and encompass the guiding spirit of Morehouse College. For more information vist: https://givepul.se/dh2p6l
Originally published in 1923, The Torch (referred to as Torch) serves as the official yearbook of Morehouse College preserving the legacy, leadership, and life of Morehouse Men. As a living archive of the College, it captures the enduring spirit of Morehouse by showcasing student achievements, cherished traditions, academic excellence, and the vibrant community that defines this sacred brotherhood. The Torch illuminates the path of our legacy. Isaiah Turman Editor-In-Chief Stefan Harden ‘21 Advisor
For more information vist: https://givepul.se/531u3i Page 11
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
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MOREHOUSE
TITLE
IX
Morehouse College’s Title IX program is designed to ensure a safe and non-discriminatory academic environment. Throughout the year, the College works collaboratively with campus partners to provide educational and training programs concerning sexual and gender-based harassment, violence, harassment prevention, and awareness, are also promoted. We provide support to members of our community who experience, encounter, and witness behavior that violates the sexual misconduct policy. This includes managing complaint investigations and resolutions, providing internal and external resources, and ensuring fair and equitable treatment and procedures.
Bookstore • Apparel & Accessories • Textbooks • Gifts & Collectibles
• Course Materials
Located on Westview Row, The lower level of the parking deck Phone: (470) 639-0802 bookstore@morehouse.edu Morehouse.edu/bookstore
Our primary goal is to collaborate with parents as active participants in their student’s educational journey, providing support, resources, and opportunities for engagement throughout their time at Morehouse. In our efforts to keep families informed, supported, and engaged regionally, we work closely with the Morehouse College Parents Council (MCPC). The MCPC serves as a vital link between the college and parents, offering guidance, advocacy, and support. More information about the MCPC can be found at MCPC International. To facilitate communication and engagement, we utilize the Morehouse College’s CampusESP portal for important updates, announcements, and resources tailored to their needs and interests. The Office of Parent Engagement is conveniently located in the Welcome Center, Suite 103, and we welcome parents and families to visit us anytime.
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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO When I arrive for move-in, where should I go? ▪ ▪
All traffic should exit I-20 EB/WB at Exit 55A and follow designated route if cleared to move in. Campus Safety will be visibly directing traffic. A clearance placard is needed for access to residential houses for move in.
How do I receive a placard? ▪ ▪
Fully cleared students will receive their placard via the student outlook email before August 12th. Access to residential houses is gained by showing a valid placard. Students in need of clearance will utilize the Student Help Center located in the Shirley Massey Executive Conference Center. Once the placard is received, families will be directed to their residential house for move-in.
How do I move in? ▪ ▪
Once directed to the residential house, DHRE Staff will facilitate the check-in/move-in process. Be prepared to show your placard to receive your key. NSO leaders and volunteers will be on hand to assist with moving items into the residential house.
I've moved in, what now? ▪ ▪
Students should visit the Kilgore Campus Center Plaza to receive their NSO Welcome Box (Be prepared to show your clearance placard/ID to receive a box) Be prepared to attend ALL orientation sessions as they are mandatory and enjoy your orientation to Morehouse College!
What should I wear? ▪ ▪ ▪
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For move-in please dress in cool, comfortable clothing. For orientation sessions, students are to be in dark slacks, button down shirt, tie, and dark dress shoes. Within your NSO Welcome Box, there is specific attire (Morehouse button down, tie, t-shirts) that will be used throughout the orientation week. The box contains a letter outlining when these items should be worn. NSO leaders will provide reminders throughout the week on what attire is necessary.
THEY SET GOALS. Goals keep students focused on the future. Goals help students decide on what’s important and what’s not. If you have a vision of where you want to go, you’re more likely to get there. Students with goals find it easier to say no to irresponsible behaviors because they are saying yes to their vision of the future.
THEY PLAN THEIR TIME. Responsible people meet their obligations, whether it’s turning in a paper on the day it’s due or having a report on the boss’s desk when it’s needed. It takes planning. (If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.) Use a digital or big calendar to help organize your time. Write down all your commitments and use the calendar to plan time for homework and study each day.
THEY STUDY EVERY DAY. Responsible students set aside time for homework or studying every day. If there is no homework that day, review your class notes or research additional material in preparation for an upcoming exam. READ! READ! READ!
THEY HAVE THE TOOLS THEY NEED. A carpenter wouldn’t think of showing up without a hammer. A nurse always has a stethoscope. A responsible student is always properly prepared for class.
THEY TAKE NOTES IN CLASS. Teachers will almost always spell out what they think is important. Taking notes while the teacher is talking is a MUST.
THEY KEEP THEIR COMMITMENTS. Responsible people honor their commitments. They succeed in school by doing their assignments well and on time, and they do
7 Habits of Highly Responsible Students
their share of group projects. Set realistic and attainable commitments to yourself and others and feel the satisfaction that comes from meeting those commitments.
THEY GET READY AHEAD OF TIME. Some students start out every morning with a crisis. Yes things happen! But responsible students have learned that being late, or being early, is not something that simply happens; it is a choice they make. Take five or 10 minutes before bedtime to get ready for the next day. Pack the bag appropriately. Lay out clothes. SET YOUR ALARM! You will soon see that those few minutes will make the mornings easier and help get you to class on time, ready to learn.
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Dear Old Morehouse by J.O.B. Moseley ’29
Dear old Morehouse, dear old Morehouse, We have pledged our lives to thee; And we’ll ever, yea forever Give ourselves in loyalty. True forever, true forever, To old Morehouse may we be; So to bind each son the other Into ties more brotherly. Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit, Make us steadfast, honest, true, To old Morehouse, and her ideals, And in all things that we do.
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