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Our team is hard at work preparing events to help you find your way around campus, make friends and get involved!

Scheduled events for 2026 will be posted soon. In the meantime, here are a few highlights from last year's Welcome Week to give you an idea of what's coming up!

Good Morning Commuters! Welcome Booth

Staff and faculty volunteers, Community Service Initiative, and the Commuter Club welcome all students back to campus with coffee and key campus info. Register to vote, too, 8-10am on each campus for the first five days of class!

First Day of Class Welcome Tables

Stop by the FYE First Day of Class welcome tables to commemorate this day with a photo booth, prizes, and to pick up your first-year planner!

Adorable Animals Petting Zoo

Come visit the petting zoo during your second day of classes for some adorable happiness and relaxation.

Sexapalooza

Want a free Starbucks drink? Please join counseling and health services at Starbucks for SEXAPALOOZA to learn about sexual and reproductive health services on campus. 

Make your own safer sex kit with SS2U, get tested for sexually transmitted infections, meet some of our offices on campus and student organizations, and win some amazing prizes! Prizes are better than ever, to see what prizes we have!

Career Closet Kick-Off

Kickstart your semester in style! Join us for the Career Closet Kick Off to shop for free attire and gear up for the Student Employment Fair.

Everything is free and yours to keep. Don't miss out on this opportunity to add a few new items to your wardrobe and dress to impress your next employer.

Backyard Bash

Join Residence Life on campus with inflatables, games and food for all to enjoy. 

Cafe Connections: Back to School Karaoke

Stop by Starbucks Cafe for some karaoke fun while enjoying some treats.

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First Friday Social: First Generation Student Mixer

Meet other first-generation students and learn about the various supports and resources available to you through the First-Generation Student Success Center.

Center for Justice and Liberation Welcome Back BBQ

The Center for Justice and Liberation (CJL) hosts a welcome back BBQ for our student-led clubs and programs. Open to those who are interested in getting involved in identity-based clubs and programs. Featuring food, live DJ, and yard games. Rain date: Tuesday, 9/9.

Blacklight Dodgeball

Teams of 6-10 players compete under the glow of the blacklights to determine a champion! Pile up wins to advance your way through the tournament bracket. Neon t-shirts and glow materials are provided. Guests over 18 are free with valid photo ID.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Trolley Tour

Enjoy discovering Downtown 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and all it offers! Shuttle service to and from campus with the orientation team.

Student Involvement Fair

Join us for the Student Involvement Fair, your one-stop opportunity to explore all the ways to get connected on campus! 

Over 50+ student organizations, campus departments, and involvement opportunities will be on display. Whether you’re interested in joining a club, getting involved in leadership, or just seeing what 51³Ô¹ÏÍø State has to offer, this is the place to start. Come meet fellow students, grab some free swag, and find the group or cause that inspires you!