Our Weeks of Welcome are designed to help new and returning students get to know each other through fun, interactive, and engaging activities.
*All events are subject to change.
- Sunday, September 3
- Monday, September 4
- Tuesday, September 5
- Wednesday, September 6
- Thursday, September 7
- Fri, Sept. 8 & Sat, Sept. 9
Check back often to see what newly scheduled events we have.
Check back often to see what newly scheduled events we have.
Sunset Summit
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Rec Center/Giant City
Starting at the Rec Center come and join us for an exhilarating afternoon of rock climbing at Giant City State Park.
Check back often to see what newly scheduled events we have.
Wellness Wednesday - Nutrition Trivia
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Student Recreation Center
Join the wellness staff to learn about common nutrition myths and nutrition services available on campus.
HEROES Open House
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: HEROES Headquarters, Student Center - Lower Level
Join Dr. Clark and SHS staff for tours of the NEW HEROES Headquarters! The new headquarters features the HEROES store, relaxation areas, and study areas for students to enjoy.
Ice Cream Welcome
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Wesley Foundation, 816 South Illinois Ave
Join us for a time of worship followed by ice-cream fun. Where you can have ice cream nachos, Floats, or a banana split. We will also have games to play.
Check back often to see what newly scheduled events we have.
Creating Connections
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Trueblood Hall
Feeling homesick? In this workshop, the wellness staff will help you connect with other salukis and learn skills to manage your transition to college successfully.
College of Agriculture, Life & Physical Sciences New Student BBQ
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Agriculture Building
New CALPS students are invited to a free BBQ dinner, RSO fair, and giveaways in front of the Ag Building. All CALPS RSOs are invited to set up an info table.
Thursday Night Dinner
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Newman Center
Free student dinners every Thursday, with home-cooked meals and a chance to get to know your fellow students. Volunteers to help cook are always appreciated!Every Thursday while classes are in session. Free student dinners every Thursday, with home-cooked meals and a chance to get to know your fellow students. Volunteers to help cook are always appreciated!
SPC Outdoor Movie Nite: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Shryock Lawn
Enjoy a 2023 blockbuster movie on a big screen under the stars for FREE! Free drinks and snacks will be available (while supplies last) and UNLIMTED Popcorn!
Check back often to see what newly scheduled events we have.
University Honors Program Popcorn Friday
Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Univeristy Honors Office
Come grab some popcorn at the University Honors Office in Morris Library!
Black Resource Center Welcome
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Morris Library, 1st floor Rotunda
During this event, we will be welcoming new and returning students back through activities, an overview of the BRC offerings, and food.
Check back often to see what newly scheduled events we have.
