Saturday, April 12, 2025

Early Bird Offerings


If you wish to get an early jump on the day, arrive at 8:30 a.m. to check in and tour campus early! You will begin your day by parking at Sacred Heart's Park Avenue Campus and then checking in.

8:30-9 a.m. | Early Bird Check-In

McMahon Commons

Pick up important materials for the day ahead!

8:30-10 a.m. | Early Bird Campus Tours

Toussaint Hall

Join our Student Ambassadors on a guided walking tour of our beautiful Park Avenue Campus. No residence hall is included on this tour. Final tour departs at 9:45 a.m., with tours resuming at 11 a.m.

8:30-10 a.m. | Early Bird Residence Hall Tours

Merton or Mother Teresa Hall

Two residence halls will be open early for a room tour. Meet staff outside either hall to check out a room.

All Day | Visit the Class of 2029 Hub

Curtis Hall, First Floor

Visit Undergraduate Admissions between 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. if you have any questions or to submit your enrollment deposit in person and commit to becoming a Pioneer!

Welcome


9-10 a.m. | Check-In and Grab & Go Breakfast

McMahon Commons

Pick up important materials for the day ahead and fuel up with a light breakfast to go.

9-10:20 a.m. | Student Engagement, Athletics & Services Fair

William Pitt Athletic & Convocation Center - Auxiliary Gym

University representatives from student life, athletics and student services will be at our table fair to answer your questions.

10:30-11 a.m. | Welcome Address & Panel Discussion

William Pitt Athletic & Convocation Center - Arena

SHU leaders and administrators will provide an overview of the day and discuss the SHU experience.

Students and families are then invited to break out by designated SHU college for Academic Experience sessions. Find your college below.
Also running from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. are ongoing events for all students across campus to help you explore SHU's offerings and get all your questions answered.
Come back together for the Class of 2029 Social between 1-2:30 p.m. to meet other families and SHU leaders over light refreshments before departing for home!

Academic Experience


College of Arts & Sciences

Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development

11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Major Table Fair

Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Atrium

Speak with a representative from any major in the College of Arts & Sciences or Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development.

11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Guided Tours of Art & Design Facilities

West Campus, East Building Atrium

For Art & Design students: Take a shuttle to West Campus, departing from outside JP's Diner between 11 a.m.-noon, to tour the studio and gallery spaces dedicated to the Art & Design major. 

11:15-11:45 a.m. | Experiential Learning Sessions #1

Program Location
English Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, E-153
History Ryan Matura Library
Spanish & Foreign Languages Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, E-253
Philosophy, Theology & Religious Studies Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, E-149
Psychology Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, E-251
Criminal Justice, Global Affairs, Political Science, Social Work, Sociology Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, E-148
Biochemistry, Chemistry Academic Center, Science Center Wing
Biology, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Coastal & Marine Science, Neuroscience Academic Center, Science Center Wing
Media Arts; Immersive Media & Mixed Reality;  
Sports Communication & Media; Strategic Communication, Public Relations & Advertising
Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Studio A

Noon-12:30 p.m. | Experiential Learning Sessions #2

Program Location
Education (Interdisciplinary Studies, Teaching Dual Degree Program) Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Loris Forum
Pre-Health Advisement Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Martire Theatre
Pre-Law Advisement Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, E-257

Jack Welch College of Business & Technology

11 a.m.-Noon | Shuttles to West Campus

Shuttles Depart from Outside JP's Diner

Business & Technology students and students in the Art & Design major should take the shuttle to West Campus for academic sessions. Shuttles depart from outside JP’s Diner between 11 a.m.–noon and will bring you back to our Park Avenue Campus for afternoon events. Take your time to explore West Campus before leaving for your next stop! 

11:15-11:45 a.m. & Noon-12:30 pm. | Experiential Learning Sessions

Program Location
Welch College of Business & Technology Overview East Theatre (East Building)
Accounting E-1056 (East Building)
Business Analytics, Finance, Financial Technology & Analytics Finance Lab (East Building)
Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Lab (West Building)
Computer Science, Game Design & Development, Information Technology NeXReality Lab (West Building)
Economics E-1039 (East Building)
Engineering IDEA Lab (West Building)
Fashion Marketing & Merchandising W-140 (West Building)
Management W-114 (West Building)
Marketing W-144 (West Building)
Sport Management W-115 (West Building)

College of Health Professions 

11 a.m.-Noon | Shuttles to CHE

Shuttles Depart from Via Cordis

Take a shuttle to the Center for Healthcare Education (CHE) for academic sessions specific to the College of Health Professions. Shuttles will depart from 11 a.m.-noon and will bring you back to our Park Avenue Campus for afternoon events. Take your time to explore CHE before leaving for your next stop!

11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | College of Health Professions Academic Programs Table Fair

CHE N132

Speak with faculty from any major or Dual Degree Program in the College of Health Professions about the academic experience and the benefits of earning your undergraduate and graduate degrees from SHU to prepare you for success in a health professions career.

11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Tour Dedicated Facilities

Various Locations

Explore SHU's state-of-the-art health professions learning facilities, and meet College of Health Professions faculty and students along the way. You will get to see hands-on learning in action, with students and faculty demonstrating the labs, equipment and simulations throughout CHE.

Program Classroom
Athletic Training N215
Communication Disorders & Speech-Language Pathology N362
Exercise Science N168
Occupational Therapy S302
Physical Therapy N219
Anatomage Lab (multiple programs) N227

David & Henley College of Nursing

11 a.m.-Noon | Shuttles to CHE

Shuttles Depart from Via Cordis

Take a shuttle to the Center for Healthcare Education (CHE) for nursing academic sessions. Shuttles will depart from 11 a.m.-noon and will bring you back to our Park Avenue Campus for afternoon events. Take your time to explore CHE before leaving for your next stop!

11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Davis & Henley College of Nursing Q&A

CHE S116

Speak with faculty and leaders from the Davis & Henley College of Nursing to learn about the program and ask any questions.

11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Tour Dedicated Facilities

Various Locations

Explore SHU's state-of-the-art nursing learning facilities, and meet faculty and students along the way. You will get to see hands-on learning in action, with students and faculty demonstrating the labs, equipment and simulations throughout CHE.

Campus Tours & Ongoing Activities Across SHU


Noon-2 p.m. | Lunch

Thea's Abbey

Enjoy lunch at one of SHU's newest dining halls. Pick up complimentary SHU swag, too!

11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Tour Opportunities

Park Avenue Campus Tours

Tours depart from Toussaint Hall

Join our Student Ambassadors as they show you around our beautiful Park Avenue Campus for a 45-minute guided tour. Campus tours do not include viewing of residence halls. Please go directly to Residence Hall Visit for access to room tours.

Residence Hall Visit

Catherine of Siena Hall, Merton Hall, Mother Teresa Hall

Three residence hall options are available for visiting today. Meet staff outside any of the listed halls to check out a room inside.

Meet & Greet with Career Counselors

McMahon Commons, Second Floor

Stop by the Center for Career & Professional Development to tour SHU's career center; speak with our career counselors and learn about all the programs, support and resources you'll have access to during and after college to help you land your dream job.

11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Visit SHU Offices

Visit Student Financial Assistance

Curtis Hall, First Floor

Talk with a member of our Student Financial Assistance team for answers to any questions you may have about financial assistance or financing your education.

Visit the University Bookstore

McMahon Commons, First Floor

Don't leave campus without picking up some SHU merch, and don't forget to use your Future Pioneer discount for 20% off one item!

All Day | Visit the Class of 2029 Hub

Curtis Hall, First Floor

Visit Undergraduate Admissions between 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. if you have any questions or to submit your enrollment deposit in person and commit to becoming a Pioneer!

Class of 2029 Social


1-2:30 p.m. | Admitted Student Social

Toussaint Hall Lobby

Meet your future classmates and leaders from SHU as you enjoy light refreshments (including our favorite SHU snacks and a coffee bar!) before you depart for home. While you're here, explore the athletic facilities for Club Sports & Intramural Programs.