 | Picture Yourself at Emerson 2026 | This isn’t a campus visit. This is a day inside the work. It’s a preview of your future. You’ve been admitted, which means you belong here. Now it’s time to feel what that really means. Follow the featured lineup. Then explore like an Emersonian. | |
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| | You Are Here | Start with the Featured Lineup, then follow your curiosity. Some of the best discoveries happen in between. | | Campus Map |
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| From Your Lens | Document the day your way. Tag @emersoncollege on IG or TikTok—your story becomes part of ours. | | Social Media |
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| Encore | Keep the experience going—explore what’s happening across Boston’s vibrant arts and entertainment scene. | | Boston Event Calendar |
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| | Opening Lineup | 8 a.m. Breakfast and Check-in | The Little Building 9 a.m. Opening Line Up | Cutler Majestic Theatre Christie Anglade
Vice President, Student Affairs
Jay Bernhardt, President
Lauren Nicole Chapman ’13
Nia Harmon ‘26
School of Communication
Miguel Nieves Mercado ‘27
School of Film, Television, and Media Arts
Lili Shaw ‘28
School of Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies
Pablo Velez ’07
Justin Sharifipour
Associate Vice President, Enrollment, and Dean of Admissions |
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 | Meet Your Mentors: Program Overviews | 10–10:45 a.m. In this session, you’ll get the chance to meet your major chairs and faculty members and learn what makes your program at Emerson so special! This is an exciting opportunity to hear directly from the professors who will be guiding you throughout your academic journey.
The faculty will give you a preview of the classes you’ll take, the hands-on projects you’ll experience, and the professional opportunities waiting for you in your major. You’ll also learn about the many career paths Emerson graduates go on to pursue.
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 | Split Schedule: Students | Creator Sessions: Hands-On Workshops 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This is a unique opportunity to experience Emerson’s hands-on learning in action! During these interactive workshops, you’ll work directly with faculty and staff to explore what it’s really like to be a student in your program.
Get ready for creative, collaborative activities that bring Emerson’s classrooms and studios to life. These sessions are designed to give you a behind-the-scenes look at how students learn every day. |
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| Business of Creative Enterprises
Streaming Wars + Remix: Designing the Next Music App Little Building, Room 227 Comedic Arts
How to Be Spontaneous: An Improv Comedy Little Building, Room 228 Communication Disorders
Everything You Wanted to Know about Speech-Language Pathology but Were Afraid to Ask!
Union Savings Bank Building, Room 301 Communication Studies
Effective Storytelling Within Communication: The Application of Voice, Body, and Environment in Communicating Messages
Walker Building, Room 233 Film, Television, and Media Arts Storytelling 101: Creating a Log Line Introduction to Visual Storytelling: Silent Opening Scenes Cinematography: Learning to See the Light Motion Graphics in Film Writing the TV Comedy
Ansin Building/Paramount Center |
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Journalism Immigration Reporting: Covering Raids and
Deportations in the Shadow of Fascism
Walker Building, Room 417 Marketing Communication
Presentation Storytelling: A Framework for Effective Marketing Communication
Little Building, Student Performance Center, Black Box Performing Arts Non-performance Class: The Director’s Cheat Sheet
Little Building, Room 229
Performance Class: Hit Me! An introduction to
Stage Combat
Paramount Center, Studio 7 Writing, Literature, and Publishing Mad Libs and Exquisite Corpses: Understanding Constrained Writing Techniques for Creative Writing
Little Building, Room 226 |
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| | Split Schedule: Parent & Family Panels | Inside the Emerson Experience 11 a.m. – Noon Hear directly from Emerson leaders about academics, student life, and the transition to college. |
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| Academic Life Overview Little Building, Student Performance Center, Judee Wales Watson Theatre 11 a.m. (School of Film, Television and Media Arts)
Noon (All but School of Film, Television, and Media Arts, see below for 11 a.m. programming) Academic Advising
Career Development Center
Global Engagement and Programs
Registrar’s Office
Student Accessibility Services In this panel, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our Academic Affairs team and learn more about what to expect academically at Emerson. We’ll cover topics such as transfer credit, course planning, and study abroad opportunities. You’ll also hear about internships, career pathways, and the professional experiences available to Emerson students. Additionally, Student Accessibility Services will share how they support students with accommodations, academic access, assistive technology, and individualized planning to help them thrive inside the classroom. Student Life Overview Union Savings Bank Building, Bill Bordy Theater 11 a.m. (All but School of Film, Television, and Media Arts)
Noon (School of Film, Television, and Media Arts)
Emerson Wellness Center
Housing and Residential Education
Student Accessibility Services
Student Care and Support
Student Engagement and Leadership
Learn more about what life at Emerson is like outside the classroom and how students find support, connection, and community from the moment they arrive on campus. We’ll cover topics such as housing, orientation, student organizations, wellness resources, accessibility support, and the many ways students build community on campus. You’ll also hear about student activities, campus amenities, and additional resources such as accessibility support. Bring your questions and your curiosity. This is your chance to get the inside scoop on how students make the most of life at Emerson! |
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 | Intermission: Community Connection | Meet current students and start building your Emerson community.
Lunch & Community Time Students 12:30 - 2 p.m. Lion's Den and the Loft
Parents and Families 1 - 2 p.m. Revere Hotel, Grand Master Ballroom | | Private Screenings | 12:45 p.m. Picture Yourself in Paris, Global BFA in Film Art Luncheon
Private Dining Room, 25 Boylston Place
2 p.m. Honors Program Overview Walker Building, Room 205 For students who have already been accepted to the honors program 2 p.m. Transfer Student Q&A Drop-In
Visitor Center, Presentation Room |
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 |  | All Access Pass | 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. This is your time to explore the spaces Emerson students use every day. Follow your curiosity and choose the experiences that excite you most. Behind-the-Scenes Exploration |
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| Ansin Building Audio and Digital Post-Production Lab (7th & 8th floors): where final cuts come together through sound design and editing. Darkroom (room 206 & 504): a film-processing laboratory with enlargers, finishing area, and a film developing sink. Emerging Media Lab / VR (3rd floor): immersive storytelling and future-facing technology. Film Production (6th & 8th floors): active production spaces where student projects move from concept to camera.
Cutler Majestic Theatre Equipment Distribution Center The Little Building Media Art Gallery Paramount Center |
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Piano Row Tufte Performance and Production Center Union Bank Building Walker Building Iwasaki Library, Walker Building (3rd floor): where students find resources and services to enhance their creative work. Journalism Production Center (6th floor): newsroom-style environment for storytelling in real time.
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| | Guided Walkthroughs Departing from Little Building, 2nd Floor Classroom Find out how Emerson fits into your Boston experience and learn how the city becomes part of your classroom. General Campus Tours (run every 30 min.) Walk the paths that students take every day. From academic spaces to hidden creative corners, this guided experience connects the classroom to the city. Campus Housing Tours(run every 15 min.) Step inside the spaces that students call home. Learn how residential communities support creativity, collaboration, and belonging from day one. Film Studio and Equipment Tours (run every 30 min.) Go behind the scenes in our production environments, including sound stages and equipment hubs. *The last tour will leave at 3:00 p.m. |
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THE EMERSON SIGNING CEREMONY |
| You’re imagining it. You’re exploring it. Now it’s time to make it real! Join us for a special Signing Ceremony, a celebratory moment designed for students who are ready to take the next step and officially claim their place in the Emerson community. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Little Building Lobby Complete your enrollment deposit onsite through your admissions portal (if you haven’t already) Sign a commemorative certificate alongside Emerson leadership and capture the moment with a celebratory photo!
ALREADY DEPOSITED? YOU’RE STILL INVITED. Students who have already secured their place at Emerson are encouraged to participate — sign your certificate, celebrate your commitment, and mark the beginning of your Emerson journey alongside your future classmates. This is more than a signature. It’s the beginning of your Emerson story. |
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| Ask Anything: Support Sessions |
| Student Services teams are available for one-on-one conversations. Whether you have specific questions or just want reassurance, this is your space.
Individual Financial Aid Appointments 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | 172 Tremont Street Campus Connect: Student Offices
2 – 3:30 p.m. | Little Building, 2nd Floor Classroom Meet one-on-one with representatives from: |
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 | Encore Events | Experience Emerson beyond the classroom with live performance and athletics. Softball vs. Babson 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. | Rotch Field Emerson Dance Co. Presents CHAOS 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. | Paramount Center, Robert J. Orchard Stage Women's Lacrosse vs. Clark 7 p.m. | Rotch Field |
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| | | | Things to Do | Ride the Frostival Ferris Wheel, warm up in the Wayfair-furnished Lodge in Copley Square, explore the Winteractive outdoor art installations, and discover shows, concerts, museums, and galleries across the city—there’s no shortage of ways to experience Boston while you’re here. | | View Boston Calendar |
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| Places to Eat | From quick coffee stops to iconic dining destinations, Boston offers endless ways to explore through food. Browse the Best of Boston 2025 dining winners—featuring 70+ award-winning restaurants and food experiences—to plan your next stop while you’re in the city. | | Explore Restaurants |
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| Getting Around | Picture yourself navigating Boston with ease—from Dorchester to Charlestown, Roslindale to East Boston, Allston-Brighton to Chinatown. With the MBT connecting neighborhoods across the city, exploration is always just a short ride away. | | Plan Your Route |
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