One of the best ways to learn about Catawba College is to visit our campus during an Open House, which is basically a day of "Getting to Know Catawba." On these special days, prospective students have the opportunity to tour the campus and talk with faculty, students, and admissions counselors. 

To make an appointment, or for more information, call 1-800-CATAWBA or e-mail admission@catawba.edu.

Open Houses
- February 11, 2012
- March 31, 2012  (Green Pig Day)
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Campus Experience Days
- March 2, 2012
- April 13, 2012
- May 4, 2012
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Receptions
- March 7, 2012 (Greensboro, NC)
- March 13, 2012 (President's Reception on campus)
- March 25, 2012 (Raleigh, NC)
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Green Pig Day (Special Open House):
- March 31, 2012
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Cheerwine Day (Special Open House):
- 2012 Date TBA
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Church Youth Day 
- 2012 Date TBA
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Special Academic Interest Days

Theatre Arts Audition Days
- February 11, 2012
- April 21, 2012 
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Music Audition Days
- February 11, 2012
- April 21, 2012
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Athletic Training Days
- 2012 Date TBA
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for transfer students

Transfer Days and FTO Fridays (For Transfers Only)
- March 9, 2012
- April 27, 2012
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Preview Day
- April 28, 2012
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Freshman Retreats (must be deposit-paid)
- 2012 Dates TBA
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The schedule below is a sample only — please refer to the specific details you receive from the Admissions Office after registering for Open House:

• 8:30am — Registration (plus Meet the Coaches and our Athletic Director)
  Peeler Crystal Lounge (Robertson College-Community Center)
  Welcome to Catawba! We are so glad you are here. Please enjoy the refreshments while mingling with our staff, coaches, and Athletic Director, who are all eager to welcome YOU to campus.
  

• 9:20am — Welcome
  Omwake-Dearborn Chapel
  Catawba's President, Dr. Joseph Oxendine, and our Vice President of Enrollment, Mrs. Lois Williams, would like to officially welcome you to Catawba College and review the day's events.
  
  
• 9:50am — Campus Tour
  It's time to see all that Catawba's campus has to offer YOU! Could you see yourself here as a student? As you tour campus, imagine walking to class with your new friends or playing Frisbee on the lawn. Does Catawba College feel like home to you?
  
  
• 10:55am — Getting Real: Parents ONLY and Student Trivia
  • Parents!
    Center for Environment Room 300
    Ask any questions that you may have about academics, student life, financial aid without your student.
    
    
  • Students!
    Peeler Crystal Lounge
    Time to mingle with other prospective students and current students to work on your Catawba knowledge! Prizes for top Catawba Know-It-Alls! Hint: Make sure that you are paying attention on tour!

• 11:25am — Catawba Mingle
  Peeler Crystal Lounge
  Make sure you find your parents before getting a chance to meet with professors from your academic interest!
  
  
• 11:45pm — A Taste of Catawba
  Hedrick Administration Building
  Learn more about Catawba's academic programs and its distinctive opportunities. Pick two sessions to attend! See your folder insert for options and locations.
  
  
• 12:50pm — Meet your Admissions Counselor
  Hedrick Administration Building
  Sit in on a presentation by your Admissions Counselor and learn more about the admissions process.
  
  
• 1:20pm — Lunch
  Stanback Plaza, Cannon Student Center
  Come join the Admissions Staff and Faculty for lunch on us!
  
  
• 2:20pm — OPTIONAL TOURS
  • Tour of Theater Facility.
    Please meet Linda Kesler by the benches in grassy area by Stanback Plaza.
    
    
  • Tour of Athletic Facilities.
    Please meet one of our Ambassadors in the Abernethy Quad.