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Highlander Passport Day

Get a Jumpstart.

As you prepare for your Houghton University journey, let us help you get a jumpstart. Meet with a variety of offices that can help make your move-in day in August run smoothly. Also, get the chance to connect with your future classmates. Here are some highlights:

  • Get your Student ID
  • Chat about your course schedule, financial aid, and health center requirements
  • Learn more about on-campus student employment opportunities
  • Enjoy an ice cream from our ice cream truck
  • See full schedule of events below!

Passport Day

When?

July 17, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Where?

Houghton University Campus

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Houghton students hiking through forest.

Schedule for the Day

Activities are subject to change.

12:00 p.m. - Registration
Reinhold Campus Center, Van Dyk Lounge

12:05 p.m. - Picnic Lunch

1:00 โ€“ 3:00 p.m. - Passport Fair

There will be representatives from the following areas:

  • Financial Aid
  • Safety & Security
  • Course Selection
  • Mailroom CPOs and Student IDs
  • Highlander Wilderness Adventure
  • Health Center
  • Student Payroll
  • Student Jobs
  • Music Ensembles
  • Lander Nation
  • The Highlanders' Shop (Textbooks)
  • Housing
  • Center for Student Success
  • Technology Services

Got all your stamps? Check out these activities!

  • Ice Cream Truck (2:00โ€“4:00 p.m.)
  • Photo Booth
  • Houghton Swag Table

2:00 & 2:30 p.m. - Residence Hall Tours: Sample Room & Common Spaces

3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - โ€œExperience Houghtonโ€ Activities

Choose one of the activities below:

  • Team Trivia (Students Only)
  • Disc Golf (Students Only)
  • Lawn Games (Students Only)
  • DIY Craft Station (Students Only)
  • Houghton Forest Trail Hike (Students & Parents)
  • Houghton History Presentation (Students & Parents)
  • Highlander Highlights Campus Tour (Students & Parents)
Register for Passport Day

Questions?

Contact the Visit Office at 800.777.2556 or visitoffice@houghton.edu