Welcome new families,
parents and friends to our Community!
It is an honor to have the opportunity to guide your student through the next stages of their education. We understand transitioning your student to college can be both exciting and stressful. We have created a resource page with vital information to help put your mind at ease.
Whether you are bringing your student in as a fall athlete, a new freshman, or a transfer student, you can meet with Bethel College administrators to welcome you to campus and address any questions or concerns you may have as your student joins the Thresher Community.
If you have any questions before you arrive at Bethel College, please get in touch with the Office of Student Life at (316) 284-5324 or email us at studentlife@bethelks.edu.
Resources
Welcome Panel Dates/Times
Family and friends are invited to attend a welcome panel.
📅 Parent Panel (Q&A) Session
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Luyken Fine Arts Center, Krehbiel Auditorium
📅 Friends and Family Panel (No Students)
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Luyken Fine Arts Center, Krehbiel Auditorium
Host Family Information
Bethel’s Host Family program can help you settle your student into college life and help ensure a smooth transition to being a Thresher. Host families will welcome your student into their home and family life and to the Newton community.
Find out more on the Host Family Program website!
Parent Association Information
The Bethel College Parents Association supports students and recognizes parents as vital college community members. The association sponsors many events each year, including:
- Meet & Greet for new students and parents
- Annual Bubberts Spring Fling Dessert reception
- Fall Festival
- Walking Tacos & Game nights
The Parents Association is governed by a council composed of parents from students of each class. The council works closely with the Office of Student Life. To help and support the needs of Bethel College students, please feel free to contact Joan Entz, Council President, via email at jentz@bethelks.edu.