Eagle Base Camp
Event guide & schedule
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John Brown University
2000 W. University St., Siloam Springs, AR 72761479-524-9500
jbuinfo@jbu.edu
Welcome to Eagle Base Camp!
This guide is designed to help you make the most of your time on campus. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the general schedule and make a note of which information sessions seem most helpful.
Students, please see your personalized schedule for the following information (if applicable): registration appointment details, EBC group letter and room assignment. Your personalized schedule can be found on your name tag or on the EBC Checklist sent to your email.
Staff are available in the Simmons Great Hall and Cathedral Plaza to assist you and answer questions.
Need help? Text (479) 274-0794
Schedule
All times are CDT.
| Group A | Group B | |
| 8:00 AM | Check-in | |
| 8:45 AM | Welcome + Chapel | |
| 9:30 AM | • Register for classes (students only) • Complete the enrollment process • Attend information sessions • Go on a campus tour • See your dorm room |
Excursion (students only)Excursion schedule includes lunch. |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch | |
| 1:30 PM | Excursion (students only) |
• Register for classes (students only) • Complete the enrollment process • Attend information sessions • Go on a campus tour • See your dorm room |
| 5:00 PM | Event concludes | |
| Students in Group A may leave once they have returned from their excursion. | Students in Group B may leave once they have completed all of their paperwork. | |
EBC Checklist
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Register for classes
- See name tag for appointment time and location.
- Please arrive at least five minutes early.
- This appointment is for students only.
- Skip this step if you registered for classes as part of the Early Commit Track.
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Complete the enrollment process
- Simmons Great Hall
- Check in at the enrollment line after you have registered for classes.
- Early Commit students should arrive at the assigned time found on their name tag.
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Visit your dorm room and explore showrooms
- See name tag for room assignment.
- For inspiration, feel to explore the showrooms:
- Mayfield 153 (Down Old)
- J. Alvin 126 (suite 12)
- Hutch 316
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Attend information sessions and campus tours
- All sessions are offered in the morning and afternoon.
Morning schedule |
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10:00a |
Commuter life Cathedral |
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Campus tours Cathedral Plaza
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10:30a |
Student accounts & financial aid Cathedral |
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11:00a |
Dorm decor Cathedral |
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Campus tours Cathedral Plaza
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11:30a |
Library information Cathedral |
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12:00p |
Honors Scholars Program open house Soderquist Business Center, 2nd Floor |
Campus tours
Take a walking tour of campus. Tours last approximately one hour. If you need accommodations for a mobility impairment, please inform our staff.
Commuter life
Explore Commuter Life at JBU. The Coordinator of Student Success and Commuter Life will available to give an overview of Commuter services and programs at JBU.
Dorm decor
Learn from an organizational expert how to make the most of your new space and keep it looking clutter-free!
Honors Scholars Program
Join the Honors Scholars Program for Lemonade! Learn about the program, tour the Honors Center and meet Honors students.
Library
Oh, the places you’ll go! Get a head start on your college career and find out about all the ways the library can put you on the path to academic success.
Student accounts & financial aid
Learn how to access your online student financial account. Student Accounts Services will explain how to review student charges, make online payments, enroll in direct deposit and more.
Parent information
While their student is away on their excursion or at their class registration appointment there are several activities available for parents and guests.
The Parent Lounge
Located in Simmons Great Hall, the Parent Lounge offers plenty of seating, wifi and complimentary snacks and beverages.
Attend information sessions
See above for times and descriptions.
Explore Northwest Arkansas
WiFi access
Wireless network information is located in the bottom left of the campus map on the back of your physical Event Guide & Schedule.
Campus map
Building Key |
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BGA |
Bill George Arena |
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BPAC |
Berry Performing Arts Center |
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BSH |
Bell Science Hall |
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BTC |
Balzer Technology Center |
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The Caf |
Kresge Dining Hall |
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HEB |
Health Education Building |
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LRC |
Learning Resource Center |
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SBC |
Soderquist Business Center |
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SGH |
Simmons Great Hall |
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WLHC |
Walton Lifetime Health Complex |
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WSC |
Walker Student Center |
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WVAE |
Windgate Visual Arts East |
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WVAW |
Windgate Visual Arts West |
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose to be in Group A or Group B?
Group assignment is based on the date you submitted your deposit.
When will I know what group I'm in?
You will find out your group assignment the week before Eagle Base Camp.
Where do I check-in?
Please arrive at the Cathedral Plaza for check-in between 8-8:30 a.m. Directional signs around campus will help guide you to this location.
If you are in Group B and are not going on an excursion, you may choose to check in late between 12-1:30 p.m. in the Simmons Great Hall.
What do I bring?
For those going on excursions, we suggest you bring a refillable water bottle, a complete change of clothes, sunscreen and comfortable walking or water shoes. For more details, look for an email with the subject line "Your checklist for Eagle Base Camp".
When will I find out my registration time and what excursion I'm taking?
We will send your registration appointment details and excursion information between June 7 and 9.
Can parents go on an excursion?
Excursions are only for students. While their student is away on their excursion, parents may use the parent lounge, attend information sessions or explore Northwest Arkansas on their own.
Are on-campus accommodations available?
On-campus accommodations are not available for Eagle Base Camp. View local accommodations.
I have a question. Who should I contact?
Please contact your admissions counselor or the Visit Office at campusvisit@jbu.edu or (479) 524-7161.
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