Welcome Weekend is a 4-day event that kick-starts the school year! All first-year and transfer students are required to participate in Welcome Weekend. Commuter students will not stay on campus during this event, but do need to be in attendance during the required activities.
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THURSDAY, AUG. 14 |
Move-in Day for first-year and transfer students. Commuters: Check-in begins at 3pm and are expected to be in attendance until 9pm.
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FRIDAY, AUG. 15 |
A full day of events focused on building connections and making memories! Activities on this day include a new student convocation, meeting other students in your major, safety presentations, and lots of fun built in along the way. Commuters: Check-in begins at 8am and are expected to be in attendance from 9am-10pm. |
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SATURDAY, AUG. 16 |
Another full day of programming spent with your First Year Cohorts, including a campus scavenger hunt, walking your class schedule, tech tips and academic processes, and beginning your VIA strengths-focused journey. The evening includes a concert and fun in the Quad for the entire MSJ community! Commuters: Check-in begins at 8am and are expected to be in attendance from 9am-10pm. |
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SUNDAY, AUG. 17 |
Sunday’s plans are optional and are intended to be laid-back fun before classes start the next day. There will be a required catch-up session for any fall athletes who missed sessions the previous days because of practice. Your coaches will let you know. |
More specific details will be provided as the start of classes nears!