Prospective Student Information
Welcome future Pioneers!
There are so many things to explore on campus, so why not try as many as you can? Enter the First 50 Days! The First 50 Days is designed to help you acclimate to campus, meet new people and try new things. With a variety of social, academic, club and departmental events, there's something for everyone.
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The First 50 Days is a series of programs that help you connect you to both your peers and the campus community. With programs based on academics to club meet-and-greets, and large campus traditions, there is something for everyone from Day 1 to Day 50!
The First 50 Days take place during the first 50 days of the academic year, starting with the last day of Welcome Weekend. The First 50 Days will be from Sunday, August 30 to Monday, October 19.
The First 50 Days are for all students! Whether you are a first-year student looking to find what you’re interested in on campus and meet someone new, or a senior looking to join a new club before graduating, the First 50 Days are programmed with all students in mind!
A full calendar of events can be found on the SHU website. Most sponsoring clubs and departments will also post about their events on their social media. Make sure to read the First 50 Days global emails for highlighted events happening that day!
Events during the First 50 Days are open to all—so just show up by yourself, or with a group of friends and enjoy! If events require an RSVP beforehand, it will be listed on the calendar.
The First 50 Days were extremely beneficial to my transition into college. As someone who has never spent over a week away from home, leaving my family was an exciting but nerve-racking step to take. The First 50 Days encouraged me to get involved in clubs like the Student Nurses Association and the Lemon Club as well as join the Women’s Club Soccer team. The First 50 Days events educated me on everything that is offered on campus and all the support that is provided here at Sacred Heart University.