Week of Welcome
Week of Welcome has awesome ways for new and returning students to learn about campus life, get involved, and have fun!
Fall 2026 Schedule
Aug
15
Cardinal Village Move-In for New Residents
9 am · Cardinal Village
Welcome to LU, Cards! The crew at Housing & Residence Life is excited to start a new semester with you!
Dining Hall Open
10 am - 8 pm · Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall
Feeling hungry? is ready to serve residents, commuters, and the entire LU community!
Rec Center Open
10 am - 8 pm · Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center
Play. Move. Connect! Come discover everything the Rec Center has to offer!
ID Office Open
10 am - 2:30 pm · Wimberly Student Services 118
Need to get your LU student identification card? Drop by the ID Office until 2:30!
LU Volleyball vs Houston Christian University
2 pm - 4 pm · McDonald Gym
Come cheer on your as they face the HCU Huskies in an exhibition match. Free entry with your LU student ID!
Floor Meetings
7 pm - 8:30 · Cardinal Village
For Cardinal Village residents only: Meet your RA, connect with your neighbors, and receive important community information.
Aug
16
Cardinal Village Move-In for Returning Residents
9 am - 5 pm · Cardinal Vilage
Welcome back, Cards! We missed you!
Free Popsicles
10 am - 1 pm · Cardinal Village
Cool off with a free popsicle (or two) from the Center for Career and Professional Development. Stay a while to learn about upcoming resume, internship, and career events!
Dining Hall Open
10 am - 8 pm · Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall
ID Office Open
10 am - 2:30 pm · Wimberly Student Services 118
Need to get your LU student identification card? Drop by the ID Office until 2:30!
Rec Center Open
1 pm - 7 pm · Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center
Build your own experience at The Rec. Work out, play, connect, and unwind—all on your schedule!
LU Soccer vs Sam Houston
7 pm - 10 pm · LU Soccer Complex
Come support as they face the SHSU Bearkats! Free admission with your LU student ID.
Floor Meetings
7 pm - 8:30 · Cardinal Village
For Cardinal Village residents only: Meet your RA, connect with your neighbors, and receive important community information.
Aug
17
Passport Through COAS Scavenger Hunt
10 am - 12 pm · Parker 203
This event is designed to introduce students to the College of Arts & Sciences, its departments, faculty, and staff while encouraging interaction and exploration. Students are to arrive at the Dean's Office for instructions.
Popcorn Monday
11 am - 1 pm · Galloway 102
Take a break and stop by the Center for Career and Professional Development for Free Popcorn Monday! Whether you're heading to class, studying, or just need a quick snack, we’ve got you covered with fresh, delicious popcorn. It’s also a great chance to connect with our team, learn about career resources, ask questions about resumes or internships, and discover opportunities to support your professional goals—all in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Swing by, grab some popcorn, and start your week off right!
Pizza Party in the Theatre
11 am - 1 pm · University Theatre
Come by and grab some pizza on stage at the University Theatre! Meet the faculty and learn more about the College of Fine Arts and Communication!
Free LU Shuttle to Montagne Center
2:30 pm - 4 pm · Cardinal Village
Beat the heat! Jump on the free LU Shuttle and join us for Convocation!
New Student Convocation
4 pm - 6 pm · Montagne Center
It's your official welcome to life at LU! This formal celebration of scholarship and tradition inducts new students into the community of learners at LU. Receive a welcome from LU President Dr. Taylor, hear from campus leaders, and take your class photo on the football field. All new students must attend.
Free LU Shuttle to Cardinal Village & Rec Center
6 pm · Provost Umphrey Stadium
Classroom Crawl
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm · Communication Building
Kick off your semester with our Classroom Crawl, an interactive campus tour led by our amazing Student Success Mentors! Open to all students, this exciting event will have you grouped with a Student Success Mentor for a guided tour of seven key campus buildings where your classes may take place. At each stop, you'll collect a stamp on your exclusive Classroom Crawl Stamp Card. Complete the tour and turn in your fully stamped card to be entered into our raffle giveaway. We're handing out 10 awesome prizes to lucky winners! So grab your walking shoes, bring your curiosity, and get ready to explore your academic home in the most exciting way possible. This is a rain or shine event, so come prepared for the weather and ready for an adventure!
Rock the Rec
7 pm - 10 pm · Rec Center
Discover everything the Rec Center has to offer! We’ll have free s’mores, a crate stacking competition, and the Climbing Wall will be open! Are you ready to race to the top?
First Day of Class
Aug
18
Ask A Cardinal
8 am - 11 am · Setzer Student Center Atrium, Entry, & Quad
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by the booth to get some friendly help!
T Talks
8 am - 10 am · Gentry Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information regarding Title IX along with some coffee and donut holes! This is a tabling event.
Breakfast with the Dean
8:30 am - 10 am · Cherry Student Lounge
We welcome all students to come hang out in our student lounge in Cherry Engineering and enjoy breakfast with our department to start the semester on a good note.
Popcorn with the Dean
11 am - 1 pm · The Quad
A casual meet-and-greet where students can stop by, grab popcorn, and ask questions about the College of Arts and Sciences.
Ask A Cardinal
1 pm - 3 pm · Center for Career and Professional Development, Galloway 102
First day of class photo booth!
Syllabus Simplified
5 pm - 6 pm · Galloway 108
Center for Academic Success is hosting a 60-minute syllabus workshop that turns dense syllabi into student-ready guides. Learn to decode expectations, surface unstated assumptions about preparedness, and have questions ready for your professor so you can be confident and ready in your class.
Casino Night
7 pm - 9 pm · Setzer Student Center
Try your luck in some of the most popular casino games for your chance to win awesome prizes! Don’t know how to play? No problem, we’ll show you! We’ll have blackjack, Texas hold’em, roulette, and more!
Aug
19
Ask A Cardinal
8 am - 11 am · Setzer Student Center Atrium
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by the booth to get some friendly help!
Syllabus Simplified
9:15 am - 10:15 am · Galloway 108
Center for Academic Success is hosting a 60-minute syllabus workshop that turns dense syllabi into student-ready guides. Learn to decode expectations, surface unstated assumptions about preparedness, and have questions ready for your professor so you can be confident and ready in your class.
Cardinal Village Resident Meetings
10 am - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125, Sabine I 123, Sabine II 121
An in-depth meeting where residents learn essential community expectations, residence hall policies, and procedures for successful campus and community living.
How 2 LU: Tech Time
12 pm - 3 pm · Setzer Student Center Atrium
Learn the tools you need to succeed at 爱神传媒 —so you can stay organized, connected, and confident from day one. Plus grab some free LU swag!
Ask A Cardinal
1 pm - 3 pm · Rec Center Lobby
Syllabus Simplified
1 pm - 2 pm · Galloway 108
Center for Academic Success is hosting a 60-minute syllabus workshop that turns dense syllabi into student-ready guides. Learn to decode expectations, surface unstated assumptions about preparedness, and have questions ready for your professor so you can be confident and ready in your class.
Valero Ribbon Cutting
3 pm - 6 pm · Lucas Engineering
Come celebrate the grand opening of our new Lab in Lucas Engineering sponsored by Valero. We will be hosting a ribbon cutting and then an activity with the Valero team. CFA will be provided for dinner for any guests that attend!
Aug
20
T Talks
8 am - 10 am · Morris Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information regarding Title IX along with some coffee and donut holes!
Ask A Cardinal
8 am - 11 am · Setzer Student Center Atrium
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by the booth to get some friendly help!
Donuts with the Dean
9 am - 11 am · Education Building
Come meet the College of Education and Human Development Dean Dr. Johnny O'Connor and have free breakfast!
Ask A Cardinal
1 pm - 3 pm · Rec Center
Grab an electrolyte packet and learn some great hydration tips!
How 2 LU: Tech Time
11 am - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center Atrium
Learn the tools you need to succeed at 爱神传媒 —so you can stay organized, connected, and confident from day one. Plus grab some free LU swag!
Cardinal Village Resident Meetings
10 am - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125, Sabine I 123, Sabine II 121
An in-depth meeting where residents learn essential community expectations, residence hall policies, and procedures for successful campus and community living.
Knack & Snack
10 am - 4 pm · Cherry Student Lounge
Meet our Knack team to learn about our resources and everything that they have to offer. We will be providing a popcorn bar with all of the toppings for any guest.
Student Success Workshop: Planning for a Successful Fall Semester
1 pm - 1:30 pm · Setzer Student Center, Big Sandy 141
Learn to set clear academic goals and develop effective time-management strategies. See how you can learn practical techniques for organizing coursework, balancing responsibilities, and staying motivated throughout the semester.
Speed Friending
4 pm - 5:30 pm · Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125
It's like speed-dating but for making FRIENDS! Health Education will have snacks, conversation starter resources, and an organized event where students can rotate through peers and get to know fellow students on campus.
Aug
21
Cardinal Village Resident Meeting
10 am - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125, Sabine I 123, Sabine II 121
An in-depth meeting where residents learn essential community expectations, residence hall policies, and procedures for successful campus and community living.
Show Us Your Red
11 am - 1 pm · The Quad
Join the Center for Career and Professional Development in showing your school spirit with Show Us Your Red! Wear your favorite red outfit and stop by to connect with our team.
Syllabus Simplified
11:30 am - 12:30 pm · Galloway 108
The Center for Academic Success is hosting a 60-minute syllabus workshop that turns dense syllabi into student-ready guides. Learn to decode expectations, surface unstated assumptions about preparedness, and have questions ready for your professor so you can be confident and ready in your class.
Chill at the Slushie Bar
11:30 am - 1 pm · Setzer Student Center
Cool off, connect with peers, and explore everything the College of Arts & Sciences has to offer, one slushie at a time.
Silent Disco with CAB
7 pm - 10 pm · Setzer Student Center Atrium
Pop on our special wireless headphones and join the (silent) dance party! Sway and groove to the rhythm - you have the freedom to tune in to your favorite live DJ's music channel!
Aug
22
Pool Party
3 pm - 6 pm · Cardinal Village
A welcome-back pool party with a Hawaiian/Aloha theme to kick off the semester, help residents reconnect, and create a fun opening-week experience. Free LU beach towels for first 100 attendees and sunscreen from Health Education, while supplies last!
Aug
24
T Talks
8 am - 10 am · Campbell Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information regarding Title IX along with some coffee and donut holes!
Popcorn Monday
11 am - 1 pm · Center for Career & Professional Development, Galloway 102
Whether you're heading to class, studying, or just need a quick snack, we’ve got you covered with fresh, delicious popcorn. It’s also a great chance to connect with our team and learn about career resources. Swing by, grab some popcorn, and start your week off right!
Monday Madness
11 am - 2 pm · Cherry Student Lounge
Come play board games and enjoy a dirty soda bar with the College of Engineering to have a fun start of the week!
Build Your Home Away From Home
5 pm - 7 pm · Food Court, Setzer Student Center
Build and personalize your own birdhouse and receive a Cardinal plushie while meeting other residents in a relaxed environment designed to help them start building their home away from home.
Aug
25
Tacos & Trivia
11 am - 1 pm · Cherry Student Lounge
Enjoy tacos on us and trivia with our engineering student orgs in the student lounge of the College of Engineering. Queso, salsa, and chips!
On-Campus & Part-Time Student Job Fair
1 pm - 3 pm · Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom
Looking for a part-time gig, a work-study position, or a campus research opportunity? This is your opportunity to talk directly with hiring managers!
Patio Night: Vision Boards
6 pm - 8 pm · Patio at the Rec
Visualize success! Stop by to create a vision board for your Fall semester. Reduce stress and improve mental well-being by promoting positive thinking, self-reflection, and goal setting in a relaxing way.
Aug
26
T Talks
8 am - 10 am · Monroe Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information regarding Title IX along with some coffee and donut holes!
Global Bites & Brew
2 pm - 4 pm · Global Education Center, Wimberly 117
A casual and welcoming social gathering where both domestic and international students can connect over international snacks, coffee, and tea. Our goal is to create a relaxed environment that encourages conversation and cultural exchange. There will be information tables from International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), Study Abroad, and the International Student Council.
Meet the Greeks
6 pm - 8:30 pm · Live Oak Ballroom, Setzer Student Center
Come meet all the chapters that make up the Greek life community and see what makes each of them unique!
NPHC Hump Day
8 pm - 10 pm · Dining Hall Lawn
Join the National Pan-Hellenic Council for our first hump day of the year. NPHC hosts Hump Day to showcase our sororities’ and fraternities’ tradition of strolling. Come out and meet the organizations and people of NPHC at LU!
Aug
27
T Talks
8 am - 10 am · Combs Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information regarding Title IX along with some coffee and donut holes!
Cardinal Craze: Build-A-Cardinal
11 am - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center
Customize your very own build-a-stuffy!
Student Success Workshop: Developing Self-Discipline
1 pm - 1:30 pm · Setzer Student Center, Sabine 123
Learn self-accountability strategies like PACT goal-setting and self-reflection to keep yourself on track to achieve your goals.
Commuter Connections
1 pm - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125
It's like speed-dating but for making friends! Health Education will have snacks and conversation starters where commuter students can rotate through peers and get to know fellow students on campus.
Aug
28
Show Us Your Red
11 am - 1 pm · The Quad
Join the Center for Career and Professional Development in showing your school spirit with Show Us Your Red! Wear your favorite red outfit and stop by to connect with our team.
JCPenney Suit-Up
2 pm - 5 pm · Central Mall in Port Arthur
Join us at the JCPenney Suit-Up! Receive up to 30% off men's and women's career dress apparel, accessories, and shoes - everything you need for an interview or on the job. Prize giveaways throughout the event.
Glow Party
6 pm - 8 pm · Indoor Pool
Come on in, the water's fine! Grab your swimsuit and a glowstick and beat the heat at our Indoor Pool.
Aug
29
Student Tailgate & First Flight
2 pm - 6 pm · Plummer Lawn
Get ready for the first Tailgate of the LU Football season! Come on out for games, food, and fun! Then, make your way to the stadium to take part in First Flight, our annual spirit run across the field to kick off a new year!
LU Football vs Abilene Christian University
6 pm · Provost-Umphrey Stadium
It's time to kick off another great season! Free admission with your LU student ID.