WINTER OPEN HOUSE8 – 9:30 a.m. Check-In and Information Tables (The Bubble)

9:30 - 10 a.m. Welcome (The Bubble) Speakers: Dr. Kim Mooney, President & Linda Quimby, Vice President for Enrollment & University Communications

BLOCK A: 10:15-10:45 a.m.

INFORMATION SESSIONSCAMPUS TOURSDepart from the Bubble between 8 - 9 a.m.Depart from the Library Courtyard between 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tours commence as groups form. Please stop by the tour tent in the Library Courtyard when you are ready (tours last approximately 45 minutes).

STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES Clifford Coles Hall (next to Admissions)Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

COMPLIMENTARY LUNCH Student Dining Hall, Emily Flint Campus CenterHours: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

LIBRARY CAFÉ Library, Bottom Floor | Hours: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

ATHLETICS (The Bubble)Ravens compete in NCAA Division II programs as part of the Northeast-10 Conference. Learn more about your future as part of Raven Nation and hear from a panel of student athletes.

BIOLOGY (Petrocelli 114)This curriculum reflects the complexity and diversity of the living world and prepares you for a career in the biological or health sciences fields, or for specialized studies at the graduate level. Teacher certification in Biology can also be obtained.

COMMUNICATION (Fitzwater 105)Develop practical professional expertise in the areas of journalism (print and broadcast), media production (electronic, digital, and broadcast), or media studies.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (Petrocelli 112) Environmental coursework is tailor-made for this campus. With 1,200 acres of woods, trails, wetlands, and other ecological areas, you’ll conduct important fieldwork during class and focus on understanding human-environment interactions and their impact on today’s society.

RESIDENTIAL LIFE (Fieldhouse) Living on campus is one of the most meaningful experiences in college. Learn about residence halls at Franklin Pierce—and how you can land a townhouse overlooking Pearly Pond for your senior year housing.

STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES (Spagnuolo Hall)A must-see presentation for high school juniors and seniors! Join Ken Ferreira, Assistant Vice President for Student Financial Services, as he reviews the next steps for your financial aid planning.

THE ARTS AT FRANKLIN PIERCE (Marulli Welcome Center)Explore a variety of art disciplines, including music, ceramics, glassblowing, and studio arts. Enjoy the current art exhibit featured in the Thoreau Gallery.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS (Spagnuolo Hall)Accounting/Finance, Healthcare Administration, Management, Marketing, Sports & Recreation Management, and M.B.A. ProgramsDevelop practical skills and knowledge in leadership, management, administration, marketing, finance, law, ethics, and more. Explore our 3-year accelerated, 3+1, and 4+1 programs.

HONORS PROGRAM (Fitzwater 103)Enjoy an exclusive reception for admitted Honors Program students. A brief presentation will review program requirements and benefits. Meet Honors Program faculty and students, ask questions, and socialize. Light refreshments will be provided.

LIFE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: STUDENT INVOLVEMENT (Marcucella 102)Get involved in the 25 different clubs and organizations, numerous seasonal intramural sports, student government, various weekly activities, and more.

PSYCHOLOGY (Fieldhouse)Learn to comprehend interpersonal relationships and social services, while developing science-based research and statistical analysis. In a curriculum aligned with the American Psychology Association guidelines, you will work with professors and be directly involved with research, paraprofessional training, and field experiences.

BLOCK B: 11-11:30 a.m.

CAMPUS BOOKSTORE Emily Flint Campus Center Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Stop by the bookstore for your chance to win Franklin Pierce gear! To enter drop off one of your business cards (provided with your check-in materials).

BLOCK C: 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

ANTHROPOLOGY (Fitzwater 103)Explore past and present societies through material remains as you combine classroom study with archaeological excavations at local sites. You can also join the Anthropology Club to compete with one of the few atlatl teams in the country, or enjoy study abroad opportunities to complete your study of human heritage.

CENTER FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE & THE WENSBERG WRITING CENTER (Fitzwater 102)The Centers provide tutoring and professional support for all students. You’ll work to develop skills and strategies to be confident, independent, and active in your learning environment.

ENGLISH & CREATIVE WRITING (Petrocelli 114)Enjoy great literature of the past—Chaucer, Shakespeare, and the English Romantics—then, fast forward to the voices of today, including J.K. Rowling, Toni Morrison, and Amy Tan. Choose a track in creative writing, education, or literature and enjoy opportunities to author university publications.

HEALTH SCIENCES (Spagnuolo Hall)This program will prepare you to enter into countless disciplines within the hands-on healthcare field, including medicine, physical therapy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and pharmacy.

INTERNSHIPS AND CAREER PLANNING(Marcucella 102)Internships and experiential learning connect classroom theory to the world of work and enhance students’ marketability. Learn how the Career Center services, events, and partnerships complement students’ academic experiences.

SPORTS MEDIA (Fitzwater TV Studio)Sports Media encompasses journalism, broadcasting, electronic communication, marketing, advertising, public relations, visual communication, and new media.

BLOCK D: 12:30-1 p.m.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE (Marcucella 102)Prepare for law enforcement, security, investigation, corrections, social services, and more. Learn about the curriculum, student employment, and campus clubs and organizations in the criminal justice field.

HISTORY (Petrocelli 112)Study in one of the few undergraduate programs in the nation with fully-integrated public history coursework. Learn about the curriculum, internship, graduate school, and extracurricular opportunities.

MEET OUR STUDENTS (Marulli Welcome Center)Enjoy a casual chat with current students as they share personal Franklin Pierce experiences, while answering your questions about life as a student.

PATRIOTS PLAY-BY-PLAY PANEL (Spagnuolo Hall)Check out this afternoon's Q&A with Patriots play-by-play announcer Bob Socci and "Hardy" from the Zolak & Bertrand show.

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES (Petrocelli 114)Meet with a faculty member and find out more about our Master of Physician Assistant Studies.

POLITICAL SCIENCE (Fitzwater 103)Franklin Pierce has a proud and longstanding connection to politics. Combine extracurricular opportunities to join Model UN or conduct political polling with the Boston Herald, with a semester at the nation’s capital through a partnership with the Washington Center.

BLOCK E: 1:15-1:45 p.m.

ADMISSIONS 101 (Fitzwater 103)The college search can be an overwhelming process and we’re here to help you! After a brief presentation, an Admissions Counselor will be available for Q&A.

EDUCATION AND M.ED. PROGRAM (Petrocelli 114)Teachers change the lives of young people. Focus your degree on one of the following areas: Elementary Education, General Special Education, or Secondary Education (English, Life Sciences, or Social Studies). You can also continue into graduate school with the online M.Ed. program at Franklin Pierce.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (Fitzwater 102)Study the social science implications of emergency response. Although this non-clinical program does not lead to EMT or paramedic certification, you can work on campus as a security officer, EMT, or firefighter.

PATRIOTS PLAY-BY-PLAY PANEL (Spagnuolo Hall)Check out this afternoon's Q&A with Patriots play-by-play announcer Bob Socci and "Hardy" from the Zolak & Bertrand show.

PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM (Marcucella 102) Meet with faculty and find out more about our Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Learn more about pathways from our undergraduate programs.

DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN (Fitzwater TV Studio)Learn skills in visual, web, and mobile design; branding and storytelling; and concept development. This program will focus on web design and content development emphasizes strategic and critical thinking, digital and visual literacy, and applicative and experiential learning.

PLAY-BY-PLAY Q&AJoin us for a Q&A with the radio voice of the Patriots, play-by-play announcer Bob Socci and “Hardy” from the Zolak & Bertrand show. Ask Socci what it’s like to call the games live from inside the broadcast booth! Or pick Hardy’s brain about his work on the #1 radio station in Boston.

Bob Socci is in his sixth season as the play-by-play voice of the Patriots Radio Network. His play calling has won rave reviews, and his enthusiasm and accuracy have continued a tradition of excellence. Before joining the Patriots, Bob served as the voice of the Naval Academy Midshipmen for 16 years. The Milton, MA native has also been the lead voice of the Patriot League College Basketball for CBS Sports Network, and has called Triple-A Baseball for the last decade, most recently as the voice of the Pawtucket Red Sox.

Rob “Hardy” Poole is in his ninth year working for 98.5 The Sports Hub. He manages on-air production for Boston’s #1 station, the Zolak & Bertrand show, which airs weekdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hardy is also an on-field announcer for the Boston Cannons of Major League Lacrosse, as well as the host of Sirius XM Lithium, a 90s Alternative Music and Grunge Rock station.

12:30 - 2 p.m.Spagnuolo Hall

Franklin Pierce University partners with 98.5 The Sports Hub to provide students an up-close connection to the sports media industry.