Spring Welcome
January 10th, 2025
Get ready to kick off your college experience at Welcome Weekend. Welcome Weekend is designed to connect new students to each other, campus, and Christ through purposeful programming.
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Why Spring Welcome Matters
Emily
Class of 2026 - Psychology & Philosophy
"Transferring halfway through the year can be daunting, but after going to Spring Welcome, I felt much more at ease and excited for the semester! Through Spring Welcome, I met so many people and now work as a Community Life intern alongside some of the interns who welcomed me to CBU!"
Bella
Class of 2025 - Elementary Education
"Spring Welcome helped me feel comfortable on campus and got me so excited to be at CBU. The day was full of fun activities where I got to make friends and get connected with other students on campus. I felt so confident in my decision to be a Lancer!"
Gavin
Class of 2027 - Mechanical Engineering
“As a commuter, attending Welcome Weekend was the best way to start the year and helped me feel like I had the full college experience. I was able to connect with my current friends, as well as build relationships with my FYE Leaders and Group. It was a great way to get to know the CBU Campus and community.”
Izabel
Class of 2027 - Christian Studies & Spanish
"As a commuter student, Welcome Weekend exposed me to events and resources CBU offers. I met my FYE Leaders, got close to other students in my group, and began making connections, so coming into class the first day wasn't scary. My FYE leaders made me feel welcome and at home at CBU."
Levi
Class of 2026 - Environmental Science & Christian Studies
"Welcome Weekend was a great start to my CBU experience. As a sophomore transferring in, I wasn't sure how I would establish relationships, but Welcome Weekend assured me I could. I met so many of my current friends; it helped me get involved in student activities and get to know the campus better."
Aubrey
Class of 2026 - Exercise Science
“I met my FYE leader at Welcome Weekend and became good friends. As an FYE leader, I aim to build friendships with my students. I have seen my students make lasting friendships, which began at Welcome Weekend. Now, we all spend time together and go to church together.”
Celine
Class of 2026 - Physiology & Christian Studites
"As a new student who didn't know anyone else attending CBU, Welcome Weekend was incredibly helpful in comforting me and showed CBU is the place for me. Because of the welcoming nature of my FYE Leaders, I knew I had a community to run to."
Caleb
Class of 2026 - International Business
"Welcome Weekend was a blast and was the moment I felt at home at CBU. I met some of my closest friends and mentors during this week."
Maliah
Class of 2026 - Exercise Science
"Welcome Weekend made me feel like I belonged at CBU. I met my closest friends and made so many memories in FYE. I am excited to give the same experience to incoming students."
Jonah
Class of 2026 - Radiology
"FYE opened a lot of doors through my first semester of college. I was able to easily make friends and get plugged into on-campus activities. It was very helpful to have FYE leaders who were passionate about pouring into students’ lives and providing any help a new student needs!"
Our offices and departments are here to support you.
Find the resources you need for a successful experience.
Community Life
Community Life is committed to providing purposeful co-curricular programs and services to enhance your CBU experience! We do this through a variety of ways: new student welcome, traditional campus activities, commuter student programs, student clubs and organizations, cultural celebrations, and so much more. It is our goal to make your CBU experience as exciting and meaningful as possible. We hope that through participation, students feel connected to each other and to the campus.
- Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm
- Lancer Plaza
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Academic Advising
Academic Advising is here to support you in this journey you’re about to embark upon. We’re eager to come alongside you in making informed decisions on your academic program, developing a unique plan that combines a minor, second major, study abroad, internships and/or undergraduate research. Visit with us and let us embrace the adventure with you!
- Monday-Friday: 8am – 5pm
- Yeager B146
- (951) 343-4567
Counseling Center
The California Baptist University Counseling Center provides Christ-centered, biblically based, psychologically sound therapy to allow CBU students to be free to live their purpose and have a godly impact in the world.
In our efforts to best serve our students, we offer free, anonymous screenings online; provide short-term individual, couples and family therapy; are involved in various campus outreach activities throughout the year; and have a variety of helpful resources available on our website.
- Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm
- Wellness Center (3626 Monroe Street)
- (951) 689-1120
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