Welcome back to the Nest! We’re so happy to have our Gulls back on campus for another amazing academic year, filled with fresh opportunities, new friendships, and unforgettable memories waiting to be made.
And if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that Endicott is always buzzing with activity. The first two weeks of the semester are packed with traditions, campus events, and opportunities to get involved, so there’s no shortage of ways to experience all the Nest has to offer. To help you plan your schedule, we’ve rounded up all the important events below.
And don’t forget: GullCentral is still your hub for all things student life, including campus events, clubs and organizations, leadership opportunities, SGA elections, and other announcements. RSVP and check in at events to get points and redeem them for fun swag and other incentives.
So grab your friends, fill your calendar, and let the semester begin!
Tuesday, September 1
Coffee with a Cop
9–11 a.m., Outside Lower Callahan
Join Endicott’s Public Safety & Police as they wish you well on the first day of class! Free coffee, tea, and more from our friends at Beantrust.
Inauguration & Convocation
Academic Processional: 3:45 p.m.
Inauguration & Convocation Ceremony: 4 p.m.
Hempstead Stadium
The Endicott community will come together for a historic moment as Bryan Cain, Ph.D., is formally inaugurated as the College’s eighth president during a special Inauguration & Convocation ceremony. A welcome back BBQ will follow in the Academic Quad. RSVP here.
Wednesday, September 2
Community Service Expo
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Lower Callahan
Looking for a way to get involved? Our annual Community Service Expo is the perfect place to start! Stop by to meet a variety of local nonprofit organizations, learn about the amazing work they do, and discover ways to make a difference in the community.
Fall Involvement Fair
5:30–7:30 p.m., Academic Quad
Find your place at the Nest! Meet 60+ clubs and organizations on campus, plus enjoy raffles, giveaways, Dunkin’, and more.
After Par-Tee
7:30–9:30 p.m., Academic Quad
Keep the fun going after the Involvement Fair with LED mini golf, lawn games, food trucks, and more!
Thursday, September 3
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
4–5 p.m., FY Quad (Near Frates Hall)
Support the fight against ALS at Endicott’s 12th annual ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in honor of Peter Frates. Participants will receive a free Endicott towel and enjoy complimentary Holy Cow Ice Cream after the challenge.
Friday, September 4
Late Night LoCa: Hypnotist
7–9 p.m., Lower Callahan
Don’t miss the first Late Night LoCa of the year, featuring a hypnotist!
Saturday, September 5
Late Night LoCa: Big Music Bingo
7–9 p.m., Lower Callahan
Get ready to sing, dance, and play! This isn’t your average bingo game. With the energy of a live concert and the excitement of a piano bar, you’ll match songs instead of numbers while enjoying the biggest hits of all time.
Sunday, September 6
S’mores & More
7–9 p.m., Amphitheater
Gather around the fire pit for s’mores and more! Head to the amphitheater for a cozy night of s’mores, snacks, games, and plenty of fun with your fellow Gulls.
Monday, September 7
Welcome Back Carnival
1–3 p.m., Marblehead Quad
Join us for rides, food, entertainment, and more!
Tuesday, September 8
Tuesday Trivia at Gully’s!
8–9 p.m., Gully’s
Put your knowledge to the test at weekly trivia. Teams of 2–5 players can compete for weekly prizes and a grand prize at the end of the semester.
Wednesday, September 9
Beach Bash
4–6 p.m., Endicott Beach
Spend the afternoon at the beach with volleyball, cornhole, food, and more! Stop by the GullCentral table to check in and enter a raffle for a great prize.
Friday, September 11
25th Anniversary Commemoration of 9/11
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Amphitheater
Endicott College, in partnership with the City of Beverly, commemorates the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, which changed our world forever.