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Accepted Student Visit Day Schedule
Use this schedule below to make the most of your time at Taylor this week. Got questions? Reach out to your Admissions Counselor and they’ll help steer you in the right direction.
Thursday, March 30, 2023
5 pm Check In
Residence Halls
Welcome to Taylor! Check in at your host’s residence hall and drop off your overnight belongings with your host. (Students not staying overnight on campus will check in at LaRita Boren Campus Center)
6 pm Dinner
LaRita Boren Campus Center—Zurcher Commons
Join your future classmates, Admissions staff, and current students for dinner.
7 pm Roommate Mixer & Activities
LaRita Boren Campus Center—Zurcher Commons
Whether you already have a roommate in mind or not, this will be a great time to meet future classmates.
8:30 pm Rice Pilaf
Recital Hall
Join the student body for a fun and hilarious Taylor tradition.
10 pm Explore Residence Halls
Campus
Not sure which Residence Hall is right for you? Residence Hall Directors and student staff will be hosting an open house in the eight main residence halls for you to see the rooms and help you find your place on campus.
Ladies, check out English, Olson, Breuninger, Gerig, Bergwall and Swallow Robin.
Guys, take a look at Wengatz, Samuel Morris, Breuninger, Gerig, Bergwall and Swallow Robin.
11 pm Return to your Residence Hall with your Host
Friday, March 31, 2023
7:30–9 am Breakfast
Hodson Dining Commons
Parents and students are welcome to join us for breakfast. The QR code on the back of your name tag is your meal ticket.
9 am Breakout Session: J-Term Trips
Reade
Current students will be sharing about the trips they went on in January and answering all your J-Term questions.
9 am–3 pm Available All Day
Classes—Join our current students to see what some of our finest faculty have to offer. Feel free to sit in on a class in your area or pick something that interests you.
Academic Department Experiences—Take a deeper look at your intended major. Faculty advisors will be on hand for behind-the-scenes tours of the departments, student panels, academic advising, and Q&A sessions. If you are interested in more than one area, feel free to attend multiple sessions. Parents are also welcome to join.
Metcalf Art Gallery—Check out our Art Education & Pre-Art Therapy Senior Shows.
Admissions Counselor Meeting—Admissions Counselors will be available for individual meetings throughout the day. See your Counselor to schedule a time.
10 am Chapel
Rediger Auditorium
Join the Taylor student body as we worship together.
11 am Campus Tour
Depart from North Lobby of LaRita Boren Student Center
If you or your parents haven’t had a chance to see campus, join CREW students for a tour.
11 am Breakout Session: Dorm Hacks & Must Haves
Reade Center 247
Learn about the best furniture setups, things you should bring, and more!
11 am–2 pm Lunch
Hodson Dining Commons
Parents and students, join us for lunch. Feel free to grab a seat with your host, fellow classmates, or future friends. The QR code on the back of your name tag is your meal ticket.
1 pm Preparing to Lead: President Lindsay Live with Rob Wallstrom
Hodson Dining Commons, Alspaugh East
Join Dr. Lindsay as he interviews the former CEO of Vera Bradley, Rob Wallstrom, about his faith and leadership journey. Refreshments will be provided!
2 pm Campus Tour or Invitation Program Tour
Depart from Hodson Dining Commons Lobby
Student CREW members will be giving campus tours. Students interested in the pre-med track can learn more about how Taylor students work with patients to prevent and treat chronic diseases.
3 pm
Stop by the Admissions Office in Ayres Hall to chat with your Admissions Counselor and grab a snack for the road!
Admissions staff will be available all day in the LaRita Boren Campus Center to give directions, answer questions, and help with anything you need.
Class Schedules
9–10 am
Humanities, Arts & Biblical Studies
Acting II: Methods & Theories—Rupp Communication Arts Center 205
American Literature—Reade Center 223
Biblical Literature I—Nussbaum Science Center 123
Biblical Literature II—Reade Center 134
Elementary New Testament Greek—Reade Center 133
Hebrews and General Epistles—Reade Center 132
Intermediate Spanish II—Reade Center 139
Introduction to Christian Ministries—Reade Center 140
Media Theory & Ethics—Rupp Communication Arts Center 222
Medical Ethics—Nussbaum Science Center 206
Political Behavior—Reade Center 248
The Writer’s Craft—Nussbaum Science Center 205
Natural & Applied Sciences
Calculus I—Nussbaum Science Center 121
Cardiorespiratory Physiology & Chronic Disease—Eichling Aquatics Wing 108
College Chemistry II—Euler Science Complex 109
College Geometry—Euler Science Complex 100
Foundations of Exercise Science—Eichling Aquatics Wing 109
Heat Transfer—Euler Science Complex 241
Introduction to Problem Solving—Euler Science Complex 201
Introductory Statistics—Euler Science Complex 118
Language Structures—Euler Science Complex 200
Multi-tier Web Application Development—Euler Science Complex 218
Quantum Mechanics I—Euler Science Complex 229
Social Sciences, Education & Business
Child Psychology—Reade Center 247
Corporate Finance—Reade Center 245
Education in America—Euler Science Complex 062
Elementary School Music—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 149
Explorations in Elementary School Mathematics—Euler Science Complex 119
Foundations of Special Education—Euler Science Complex 063
Methods & Materials for Elementary Teachers—Euler Science Complex 013
Middle Childhood Literature Experiences & Assessments: 4–6—Euler Science Complex 014
Principles of Macroeconomics—Reade Center 246
Principles of Marketing—Reade Center 221
11 am–12 pm
Humanities, Arts & Biblical Studies
Biblical Literature I—Reade Center 220
Constitutional Law II: Civil Liberties & Rights—Reade Center 132
Contemporary Christian Belief—Ayres Memorial Hall 214
Critical Approaches to Literature—Reade Center 227
Digital Tools: Premiere—Rupp Communication Arts Center 229
Introduction to Global Studies—Reade Communication Arts Center 133
Music Theory & Harmony I—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 151
Music Theory & Harmony III—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 102
Philosophy of Religion—Reade Center 134
Shakespeare—Reade Center 222
Social Media Strategy—Nussbaum Science Center 205
World Literature—Reade Center 245
Natural & Applied Sciences
Calculus I—Nussbaum Science Center 121
Calculus III—Euler Science Complex 118
Determinants of Health and Health Equity—Randall Environmental Center 121
Game Engine Architecture—Euler Science Complex 218
Human Anatomy & Physiology II—Euler Science Complex 109
Information Systems Design—Euler Science Complex 103
Introduction to Computer Systems—Euler Science Complex 200
Introduction to Problem Solving—Euler Science Complex 201
Introduction to Wildlife—Euler Science Complex 108
Math Methods in Physics & Engineering—Euler Science Complex 241
Vertebrate Natural History—Euler Science Complex 108
Social Sciences, Education & Business
Educational Technology in Secondary Education—Euler Science Complex 013
Introduction to Psychology—Metcalf Visual Arts Center 002
Learning: Theory & Application—Reade Center 221
Principles of Microeconomics—Reade Center 246
Psychological Testing—Reade Center 124
12–1 pm
Humanities, Arts & Biblical Studies
Biblical Literature I—Reade Center 220
Elementary Spanish II—Reade Center 137
Foundations of Freedom—Reade Center 225
Historic Christian Belief—Reade Center 245
Introduction to History—Reade Center 221
Performance Class—Smith-Hermanson Music Center Recital Hall
Writing Theory and Grammar—Euler Science Complex 101
Natural & Applied Sciences
Applied Nutrition—Eichling Aquatics Wing 108
Biology I: Foundations of Cell Biology & Genetics—Euler Science Complex 109
Differential Equations—Euler Science Complex 118
Human Relations in Organizations—Euler Science Complex 130
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence—Euler Science Complex 103
Organic Chemistry II—Euler Science Complex 108
Principles of Ecology—Randall Environmental Center 116
Waves and Physical Optics—Euler Science Complex 241
Social Sciences, Education & Business
Adolescent Psychology—Reade Center 227
Educational Psychology—Euler Science Complex 063
Foundations of Literacy & Language Arts in the Elementary Classroom—Euler Science Complex 014
Geometry & Measurement for Elementary Teachers—Euler Science Complex 119
Theories of Personality—Reade Center 142
1–2 pm
Humanities, Arts & Biblical Studies
Biblical Literature II—Reade Center 220
Contemporary American Theatre—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 151
Historic Christian Belief—Ayres Memorial Hall 214
Integrative Communication—Rupp Communication Arts Center 104
Introduction to Creative Writing—Reade Center 245
Modern British Literature—Reade Center 222
Music & World Cultures—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 149
The Modern Middle East—Reade Center 247
Natural & Applied Sciences
Data Communications—Euler Science Complex 218
Dynamics—Euler Science Complex 241
Introduction to Public Health—Randall Environmental Center 121
Living Well—Eichling Aquatics Wing 108
Physiology of Exercise—Eichling Aquatics Wing 109
University Physics II—Nussbaum Science Center 121
Social Sciences, Education & Business
Applied Portfolio Risk Management—Reade Center 116
Educational Psychology—Euler Science Complex 063
Foundations of Literacy & Language Arts in the Elementary Classroom—Euler Science Complex 014
Geometry & Measure for Elementary Teachers—Euler Science Complex 119
Money and Banking—Reade Center 223
Special Education Integrative Seminar—Euler Science Complex 062
Sport Psychology—Reade Center 227
2–3pm
Humanities, Arts & Biblical Studies
American Literature—Reade Center 133
Biblical Literature II—Reade Center 220
British Literature—Reade Center 227
Conducting II—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 148
Contemporary Christian Belief—Ayres Memorial Hall 214
Directing I—Rupp Communication Arts Center 203
Historic Christian Belief—Reade Center 240
Psychological & Educational Foundations for Christian Ministries—Reade Center 221
Women in World History—Reade Center 246
Natural & Applied Sciences
Biology II: Organisms & Diversity—Euler Science Complex 109
Control Systems—Euler Science Complex 201
Data Visualization—Nussbaum Science Center 122
Geospatial Analysis—Randall Environmental Center 117
Information Systems Design—Euler Science Complex 103
Introduction to Public Health—Randall Environmental Center 121
Linear Algebra—Euler Science Complex 118
Principles of Coaching—Eichling Aquatics Wing 108
Social Sciences, Education & Business
Behavior Management & Disorder—Euler Science Complex 062
Behavioral Finance—Reade Center 116
Introduction to Global Societies—Reade Center 248
Introduction to Art Education—Metcalf Visual Arts Center 008
3–4 pm
Humanities, Arts & Biblical Studies
Biblical Literature I—Ayres Memorial Hall 214
Discipleship and Evangelism—Reade Center 221
Wind Ensemble—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 148
Natural & Applied Sciences
Advanced Statistical Methods–Euler Science Complex 118
Cellular & Molecular Biology–Euler Science Complex 108
Computer & Network Operations–Euler Science Complex 218
Ethics and Technology–Euler Science Complex 130
Global Health–Randall Environmental Center 121
Introduction to Geology—Randall Environmental Center 117
Investigations in Mathematics–Euler Science Complex 119
Operating Systems–Euler Science Complex 200
Physical Geology—Randall Environmental Center 117
Principles of Engineering–Euler Science Complex 241
Social Sciences, Education & Business
Introduction to Global Societies—Reade Center 248
Music in Elementary Classroom—Smith-Hermanson Music Center 149
Academic Experiences
9 am
Biblical Studies, Christian Ministries & Philosophy
Reade Center 241 Conference Room
Connect with faculty and current students as they share more about the department.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Hodson Dining Commons, Braden Room A&B
Attend a student panel to learn more about the Business Department and all the opportunities it provides.
Environmental Science, Public Health & Sustainable Development
Randall Environmental Center
Stop by at 9 or 11 am or 12, 2, or 3 pm to meet faculty and tour Randall. (Or, come to Euler at 1 pm to meet faculty and students!)
12 am
Film & Media
Rupp Communication Arts Center TV Studio
Join faculty and current students for a pizza lunch in the TV studio. Watch some recent student projects and hear the students’ behind-the-scenes stories.
History, Global & Political Studies
Join Dr. Jakob Miller, Dr. Elizabeth George, and Dr. Kevin Johnson, and current students for lunch in the Dining Commons.
Math
Hodson Dining Commons Lobby
Join Dr. Jeremy Case and current students for lunch in the Dining Commons.
1 pm
Art
Metcalf Visual Arts Center 106
The Art Program (Design, Illustration, Photography, Art Ed, Pre-Art Therapy, and Studio Art) invites you to join Prof. Jeremie Riggleman and Prof. Hannah Richardson in a hands-on art session.
Biology
Euler Science Complex 3rd Floor Biology Interaction Area
Current Biology and Environmental Science students and faculty from each program will be present to give a tour of the department. Snacks will be provided!
Chemistry
Tour the Chemistry Department’s facilities and meet faculty and current students.
Kinesiology
Eichling Aquatics Wing 112 Lab
Meet Kinesiology faculty and students and tour our human-performance lab.
Social Work
Talk to Social Work professors and learn more about everything this program has to offer.
2 pm
Education
Attend a faculty and student panel to get answers to all of your Education questions. Students interested in Elementary and Secondary Education are encouraged to attend.
Computer Science
Euler Science Complex 2nd Floor Staircase
Meet with a Computer Science professor for a tour of undergraduate research, course projects, spaces (drone/VR room, labs, etc.), and the Taylor Computer Science curricula.
Psychology
Reade 120
Join Psychology faculty and students for a meet and greet in their lab.
Engineering
Euler Science Complex 2nd Floor Staircase
Meet with an Engineering professor for a tour of undergrad research and research spaces, hands-on course projects, the machine shop, and Engineering curricula.
3 pm
Engineering
Euler Science Complex 001
Sign up to customize a design in AutoCAD and use the laser cutter in the engineering machine shop.