New Student Welcome Events

Congratulations on your acceptance to Western Seminary!

Newly admitted students for the upcoming Spring 2026 semester are invited to attend one of our three Welcome Events!  While the overall material is centered on preparing you for your time at Western, each option contains its own special features. 

 Spring 2026 Welcome Event Dates: 

Portland: Thursday, January 8, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

Register For Portland

San Jose: Friday, January 9, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Register For San Jose

Virtual: Tuesday, January 6, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 

Register For Virtual

 In-Person Welcome Events | Portland & San Jose Locations

Our Portland and San Jose in-person events will include dinner and a gift bundle, as well as opportunities to connect with staff, faculty, and peers attending the event. You will also learn important information regarding your campus and events taking place there. We encourage students to attend the in-person events if they are registered to take classes at one of these locations or live close by.

Virtual Welcome Event 

Our Online Welcome Event brings together our students from across the country and the globe! You will also have good connection time with staff, faculty, and peers, along with a focus on how to succeed in an online learning format.  The online option also helps those with full schedules who still want to receive the material for a successful start.

Upcoming Welcome Event Dates

Summer 2026 Newly Admitted Students: Dates to be determined.  Details and registration will open in Spring 2026.