8:45am-9:30am
Parking and Check-In
9:30am-10:00am
Event Kick Off!
Moore Field House
10:15am -11:15am
Academic Sessions:
Direct Admit Nursing / STEM Foundations of Nursing – Health and Human Services Building, 112
College of Health and Human Services — Engleman Hall, A120
College of Arts and Sciences — Engleman Hall, C112
School of Business — Adanti Student Center, Ballroom 313A
Exploratory Majors — Adanti Student Center, Ballroom 313B
College of Education — Adanti Student Center, Theater
Optional Special Interest Sessions run from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Divide and conquer:
11:30am-12:00pm 12:15pm12:45pm 1:00pm1:30pm
SESSION 1
Living on Campus
Learn about the advantages of living on campus and the various housing options offered. Adanti Student Center, Theater
Transition / Break time
Student Involvement and Leadership
Join the Office of Student Involvement to discuss the many ways to get connected on campus and to make the most of your co-curricular experience. Adanti Student Center, Theater
Transition / Break time
Living on Campus
Learn about the advantages of living on campus and the various housing options offered.
Adanti Student Center, Theater
SESSION 2
Paying for College
Learn about the multiple options to help pay for post-secondary educational expenses.
Engleman Hall, C112
SESSION 3
Pathways to Careers –
Major and Career Exploration
Learn how we help students find the right academic fit and develop into employable graduates with the transferable skills employers want.
Engleman Hall, A120
Sesion en Español
Esta sesión le proporcionara un resumen de las actividades en el día del estudiante aceptado, como también el proceso para confirmar la registración del semestre Otoño 2023.
Engleman Hall, B121
What to Expect in the First Semester
The First-Year Experience team will discuss a typical first semester: classroom expectations, workload, academic advising, peer mentors, learning communities, and more.
Engleman Hall, C112
Pathways to Careers –Major and Career Exploration
Learn how we help students find the right academic fit and develop into employable graduates with the transferable skills employers want.
Engleman Hall, A120
Concurrent Student and Family Panel Discussions
Students and university staff members are excited to meet you and answer your questions! Adanti Student Center, Ballroom 313A/B
Soaring to Academic Success
Your one-stop shop for academic support, programming, accommodations, and types of services offered. Discusses how students can get connected in the collegiate environment.
Engleman Hall, A120
INVITE ONLY: Honors College
Students accepted into the Honors College are invited to meet with Honors College faculty and students and to celebrate their acceptance into this community of engaged learners and leaders. Engleman Hall, B121
10:30am-2:00pm | Buley Library, 1st floor
• Accepted First-Year and Transfer students can conveniently confirm their enrollment by submitting the non-refundable $200 enrollment deposit.
• Financial Aid will be accepting appointments and offering walk-in, sit-down meetings with counselors.
• Students who plan to reside on campus can submit their $250 housing deposit and apply for housing.
• Connect with our Orientation team and register for a summer Orientation session.
• Ask Health Services about our requirements and pick up your SCSU Health Form.
Arrive confirmed or confirm your enrollment today to receive your Southern T-Shirt.
11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, and 1:30pm
Academic Quad
Departing from the Tour Tent near Buley Library, join a student ambassador for a walking tour of our ever-changing and beautiful campus.
Residence Halls
11:00am-2:00pm
Residence Hall of Your Choice
First-Year students should visit Chase, Farnham, Hickerson, Neff and/or Wilkinson Halls. Transfer Students visit Schwartz Hall.
12:15pm and 1:00pm
Health and Human Services Building
Meet in the lobby of our state-of-the-art Health and Human Services Building.
11:00am-1:30pm
Adanti Student Center, Plaza Level, 1st Floor
Connect with various departments and services that will help to ensure your years at SCSU are well-rounded and successful. Some academic representatives will be available. Fill up your passport with stickers for a chance to win prizes!
11:00am-2:00pm | Residence Life Quad
Stop by the Residence Life quad to enjoy some free and fun activities and get a taste of what social life is like at Southern. Hosted by Residence Hall Association.
11:00am-2:00pm
Academic Quad, Buley Library Patio
Build networks and enhance your campus experience by connecting with staff and students representing: Student Involvement and Recreation & Fitness. Stop by for a custom printed pennant and sweet treat!
11:00am-2:00pm
Adanti Student Center, 204
Tour the facility and learn more about the Department of Athletics and Recreation including FREE student memberships, group fitness classes, and more!
11:00am-2:00pm
Adanti Student Center, 225
Visit our brand new E-sports student lounge with topof-the-line gaming equipment including gaming PCs, gaming consoles, flat-screen TVs, and luxury seating.
Free Lunch
11:00am-2:00pm | Connecticut Hall
Join us in Southern’s main buffet-style dining facility, where you and your family can enjoy a wide array of food options including a pizza and pasta bar, deli case, salad bar, vegan and gluten-free options, and entrees.
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Open 10:00am-3:00pm
Adanti Student Center, Ground Level
Visit our bookstore in the Adanti Student Center (street level) and enjoy a 10% discount on clothing and gifts!
NCAA Division II Athletics
12:00pm | The Ballparks at SCSU
Catch a glimpse of the live action! The Men’s Baseball team and Women’s Softball team both play at noon.
Planetarium Show
12:00pm and 1:00pm | Morrill Hall
View a short star show guided by our campus astronomers.
Sacred Ally Quilt Show
11:00am-2:00pm | Buley Library, Ground Floor
This pop-up exhibition, known as the Sacred Ally Quilt Ministry, features 10 quilts that together memorialize the final words of George Floyd.
