今年秋天, all new students will kick off their college experience with an off-campus retreat called "Skills for 弥合差距" at CedarS Camps in Lebanon, MO. Designed by Interfaith America, this program helps students connect across deep divides by exploring different religious and spiritual perspectives through fun and interactive workshops.
Students will learn how to listen deeply, 分享他们的价值观, navigate tough conversations, and build lasting 友谊s. Besides the workshops, students will have time to enjoy activities like arts and crafts, 体育, pool and lake swimming, 皮划艇, 射箭, 滑行, horseback riding and more —all while staying in air-conditioned cabins. With meals catered to all dietary needs, and a special Principia blanket as a keepsake, this retreat is to help new students build sense of belonging in our community and set the stage for a successful college journey.
You can read more about our fall retreat 在这里.