Get ready, Blue Hawks! The Weekend of Welcome is here to kick off the semester with fun, friends, and plenty of activities to help you settle in. Whether you’re a new student moving into campus for the first time or a returning Blue Hawk ready to reconnect, there’s something for everyone. Join us August 22–25 for a packed schedule of games, giveaways, and gatherings designed to make DSU feel like home from day one.
Friday, August 22 – Move-In & Evening Fun
- Freshmen Move-In | 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Novelty and Make-and-Take Activities | 2–4 p.m.
- RA Technology Session | 6 p.m.
- Laser Tag & LED Mini Golf | 7–10 p.m.
Saturday, August 23 – Food, Fun & Games
- Saturday Move-In | 10 a.m.–noon
- *Decorate-Your-Own Donuts at Brunch at The Perch | 10 a.m.
- Outdoor Inflatables at King Pavilion | 12–3 p.m.
- Sip & Paint at Student Center Foyer | 3–5 p.m.
- Grocery Bag Bingo | 5:30 p.m.
- Late Night at WRCC | 9 p.m.–midnight
Sunday, August 24 – Creativity & Campus Connections
- Sunday Move-In | Noon–2 p.m.
- Brunch at The Perch | 10 a.m.
- Pot a Plant and Rock Painting | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- RA Technology Session | 1 p.m.
- Bowling at The Paragon | 2–4 p.m.
- *Taco Fest at King Pavilion | 5:30 p.m. (second seating at 7:30 p.m.)
- Housing Meetings:
- Woods Hall | 8:00 p.m.
- Selke Hall | 8:30 p.m.
- DeLong Hall | 9:00 p.m.
- Pulver Hall | 9:30 p.m.
Monday, August 25 – Kickoff to the Semester
- Convocation | Noon
- *Campus Picnic with Nico Franc | Noon
- Grand Prize Giveaway Announcement | During Campus Picnic
- Comedian Jeff Scheen at Student Center Ballroom | 7:30 p.m.
Notes & Reminders
- * Meal plans are not needed
- Giveaways will happen throughout the weekend—attend more events for more chances to win.
- Move-In continues all weekend during posted times.