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Spotlight day
Take a deep dive into your academic interest
Take a deep dive into your academic interest
Ready to dig deeper? Immerse yourself in a day-long experience tailored to your academic passions. Explore specific majors, engage with current students and faculty 鈥 even attend a class! Choose this event if you have a clear direction in your chosen area of study.
Join us for the day as you explore your academic interest!
Check out the options for each hour based upon academic interest to plan your day.
8:15 a.m. | Registration opens |
Student Success and Engagement Fair | |
9 a.m. | Welcome and Student Life Panel |
10 a.m. | Academic Session, class, or Admissions presentation* |
11 a.m. | Academic Session, class, Admissions presentation, or lunch* |
12 p.m. | Academic Session, class, Admissions presentation, or lunch* |
1 p.m. | Specialty Tours, Admissions Presentation, Explore U Session |
1 - 3:30 p.m. | The Wrap Up |
Campus Tours available at 2 & 3 p.m. | |
*You will select your 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. activity prior to the event based upon your academic interest. Be on the lookout for an email one week prior to the event to select your preferences. |
Before you arrive, download our 91制片厂 Guide app to help you plan your day.
Visit your app store and search "91制片厂 Guides" to download our event app.
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91制片厂 is located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, just 12 miles from the state capital, Harrisburg, and just a short drive from Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. When arriving for the open house, you will be directed by campus personnel to our visitor parking lot, conveniently located near where you’ll start your day.
How do I get to campus?
Where should I park?
Following parking signs or attendants to park in the visitor parking lot.
Are the day’s activities for both students and quests?
Yes! Most activities are for both students and guests to participate in together. If a session/experience is students or guests only, it will be indicated on the schedule in the Guidebook app. Classes are for registered students only.
Do I need to sign-up beforehand for sessions other than the class?
Nope! Students must pre-register for a class through the link in their email or at registration. Other than the class, students and guests are welcome to attend any sessions, lunch specialty tours, campus tours, etc. they choose throughout the day.
How do I know what to do throughout the day outside of class?
Follow your academic department of interest throughout the day. Attend the academic session, lunch and any additional opportunities to experience as much time with your potential future major as possible. If you aren't sure what you want to major in, feel free to select a few different tracks to follow, or feel free to split up from your guests and attend different sessions as well. Check out the for full schedule and options!
When/where do we eat?
Lunch is free to all guests attending the Spotlight Day. Lunch time depends on your academic department (some eat at 11 am and others at 12 pm based upon the rest of their schedule). Lunch tables are hosted by your academic department faculty and/or current students so look for your department's reserved table and enjoy!
What information will be provided during the Admissions presentation?
Admissions presentations cover the application process, scholarship information, majors, campus opportunities and basic financial aid information.
How will I navigate around campus throughout the day?
Admissions staff will guide everyone to their first sessions after the opening session. After that, staff are available throughout campus to help point you in the right direction to get there on your own. Pick up a campus map at the Ask Us table or use the interactive map in the too.
Can I go on a campus tour?
Yes! Full campus walking tours are available at 1, 2 and 3 pm. Full campus tours are led by a current student and take about 60 minutes. Tours explore academic buildings, the library, student union, residence hall, fitness center and more!
What does the Wrap up entail?
The Wrap up is a great opportunity to connect with your admissions counselor. Counselors are assigned based upon your high school and we even color code things to make it easier. Look for the counselor with the same color lanyard and balloons that you have! You will also be able to chat with current students while you enjoy end of the day snacks and pick up your free t-shirt!
What if I want to meet with an athletic coach today?
If you are interested in athletics at 91制片厂, please fill out the form prior to your visit and reach out to the coach on your own to schedule a time. Due to the packed schedule of the day, admissions is unable to plan additional meetings for you, but if your scheudle allows and the coach is available, then feel free to plan on your own. Generally speaking, after 2 pm works best.
We have multiple in-person and virtual visit options available. Browse the events below or click the blue button to use a guided help tool to find the right event for you. We can鈥檛 wait to show you all the reasons 91制片厂 is an awesome place to call home!
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Okay, based on your response, we recommend you checking out the events listed below.
Spend the day with us to discover all possibilities 91制片厂 offers. Explore diverse academic offerings with faculty, tour campus with a current student, and immerse yourself in our tight-knit community.
Learn MoreTour our scenic campus with a student ambassador.
Enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch in the dining hall.
Discover how to invest in your future with our financial aid team.
Explore the options in your area of academic interest.
Immerse yourself in a day-long experience tailored to your academic passions. Explore specific majors, engage with current students and faculty 鈥 even attend a class! Choose this event if you have a clear direction in your chosen area of study.
Learn MoreComplimentary lunch
Ideal for juniors, seniors & transfers
Dive deeper into your academic interest
Focused time with your department
Take a campus tour
Visiting campus for an Individual Visit lets you customize your 91制片厂 campus experience. You can build a visit day to help explore your interests and continue growing your knowledge and understanding of the 91制片厂 community. The date, time, length and schedule of your visit is up to you!
Personalized visit based on your interests
Enjoy a campus tour with a current student
Meet individually with an Admissions representative
Meet with faculty, staff or coaches
Attend a class or chapel
Choose an overnight experience that is paired with one of our larger event days such as Open House or paired with specific Individual Visit to customize your day
Learn MoreExperience life as a 91制片厂 student
Stay in a residence hall with a current student
Participate in on campus evening activities
Enjoy meals in Lottie Nelson Dining Hall
Discover if 91制片厂 is the right fit for you!
Visit us in the summer for a quick 鈥渇ly by鈥 of 91制片厂! Check out our rigorous academic programs and spiritual growth opportunities 鈥 and stick around for an ice cream social. This is a great first look of campus!
Learn MoreTake a tour of campus
Spend time with a current student panel
Learn about the admissions process
Find out more about your academic interest
We would love to connect with you virtually! View our virtual tours, watch pre-recorded sessions, scroll through photo galleries of our campus and register to meet with a member of our campus community from the comfort of your own home.
Learn MoreAccepted student days are designed to guide students and their families through the questions and next steps of joining the 91制片厂 community, and they include orientation information, campus tours, lunch, financial aid sessions and more!
Learn MoreExperience academic advising led by faculty in your department
Connect with other accepted students
Engage with student life and learn how to register for classes
Information session for parents
Contact
Phone: 800-233-4220 鈥 717-691-6000
Email: visitmessiah@messiah.edu
Connect with your counselor: View all admissions counselors
Office Location: One University Avenue Suite 3005 鈥 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055