Weekend of Welcome at DSU
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.