Day 11
Wednesday, September 9
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Study Abroad Fair | Linda's Fireplace (McMahon Commons)
Stop by the Study Abroad Fair to explore the many global opportunities available to SHU students! Meet with staff from global programs to learn how studying abroad can fit into your academic, career, and personal goals. Connect with global ambassadors to hear firsthand about their experiences abroad, ask questions, and gain insight into life as a study abroad student. Staff from global education will also be available to provide guidance on programs, applications, scholarships, and the study abroad process. Whether you're just starting to explore or ready to apply, this is a great opportunity to discover which SHU Global opportunity is the right fit for you.
Sponsored by: Global Education
2 p.m. | Dogs on the Quad | Pioneer Village Upper Quad
Looking for a paws-itively great study break? Stop by the Pioneer Village Upper Quad behind Toussaint Hall to meet therapy dogs and enjoy a hot dog. Relax, de-stress and celebrate the First 50 Days of the semester with fellow students.
Sponsored by: Residential Life
2 - 3:30 p.m. | Mass of the Holy Spirit | Chapel of the Holy Spirit
Please join us as we begin the semester with the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit. This is an opportunity for us to come together as a University community and pray for wisdom, strength, and guidance. All are encouraged to attend as we pray for our minds to be enlightened as we embark on a new academic year.
Sponsored by: Campus Ministry
2:30 - 4 p.m. | Slime with the Business Law Club! | Pioneer Pavilion Cabanas
A table with all the materials to make slime along side the Business Law Club. This is a great way to meet members of the club and the executive board and get involved!
Sponsored by: Business Law Club
4 - 6 p.m. | Smash into September: Pickleball Every Tuesday! | Pickleball Courts
Kick off the semester with energy, competition, and a whole lot of fun at Smash into September! As part of the First 50 Days, we’re serving up pickleball action every Tuesday—perfect for beginners, seasoned players, and anyone looking to meet new people in a laid-back, high-energy atmosphere!
Sponsored by: Club Sports & Recreation
5 p.m. | Dual Degree Roadmap: The Pathway to the Speech-Language Pathology Program | Center for Healthcare Education S208
Join your dual degree adviser during the First 50 Days to learn more about your dual degree pathway! This event is designed to help first-year students better understand program requirements, academic expectations, timelines, and opportunities within their program. Meet your adviser, ask questions, connect with peers, and gain the knowledge and confidence to start your journey informed, prepared, and supported.
Sponsored by: College of Health Professions
6 p.m. | Class of 2030 Cookie Connect | Linda's Fireplace
Looking to meet new people and make meaningful connections? Join us for Cookie Connect, a fun and welcoming event designed for students who are new to the SHU community. Decorate delicious cookies while getting to know your fellow Pioneers through guided conversation prompts about your hometown, major, interests, and more. Whether you're looking to make friends, find people with similar experiences, or simply enjoy a sweet treat, Cookie Connect is the perfect place to start building your SHU network. Come for the cookies, stay for the conversations, and leave with new connections!
Sponsored by: Student Involvement & First-Year Programs
6:15 p.m. | SHU Discovery Center Planetarium Show | SHU's Discovery Science Center & Planetarium
Come and explore our vast universe and beyond with our Wednesday evening planetarium show. Seating is limited. This event is open to the public as well as first-year students. Please arrive at 6 p.m. and check in at the front desk to get your complimentary ticket.
Sponsored by: SHU's Discovery Science Center & Planetarium
6:30 p.m. | Dual Degree Roadmap: The Pathway to the Physician Associate Program | Center for Healthcare Education S210
Join your dual degree adviser during the First 50 Days to learn more about your dual degree pathway! This event is designed to help first-year students better understand program requirements, academic expectations, timelines, and opportunities within their program. Meet your adviser, ask questions, connect with peers, and gain the knowledge and confidence to start your journey informed, prepared, and supported.
Sponsored by: College of Health Professions
6:30 - 8 p.m. | Public Health in PJs | Academic Center SC 101
Public Health in PJs will be a laid-back movie night for Public Health Club members to relax, connect, and enjoy a film together. Attendees will be encouraged to wear pajamas, enjoy snacks, and watch Contagion, a movie that explores the spread of a global pandemic and the public health response to it. Club officers will be present to help host the event and create a welcoming atmosphere. The goal is to provide a fun, low-stress opportunity for new students to meet the officers and other students interested in public health.
Sponsored by: Public Health Club
7 p.m. | Mati Bracelet Making | Academic Center HC 223
Join the Hellenic Society for a fun and creative mati bracelet making event! Learn about the significance of the traditional Greek evil eye (mati) while designing your own bracelet to wear or share with friends.
Sponsored by: SHU Hellenic Society
7 - 8 p.m. | The It-Girl Social: SHU Fashion Club Kickoff | Academic Center HC 106
Kick off the school year with Fashion Club at a fun and creative welcome event! Whether you're new to campus or just looking to meet new people, this is the perfect chance to connect in a relaxed, social setting. Join us for a hands-on experience where you can personalize and decorate your own makeup bags, hair clips, and hairbrushes using a variety of fun materials provided by the club. It is a great way to express your style, learn more about what Fashion Club has to offer, and leave with a customized keepsake from your very first event. All are welcome to come get creative with us!
Sponsored by: Fashion Club
7 - 8:30 p.m. | Delight Ministries Semester Kickoff | Academic Center HC 106
Delight Ministries is a Christian women's ministry that gathers weekly to grow in faith, build community, and dive deeper into our semester bible study as we learn more about the Lord together. Join us for our semester kickoff to learn more about the ministry, meet new people, and enjoy icebreakers, fun activities, and fellowship!
Sponsored by: Delight Ministries
7 - 9 p.m. | Sunset Yoga | Pioneer Village Upper Quad
Breathe in the fall air! Stretch with SET on the Pioneer Village Upper Quad for a relaxing yoga session during a Pio Night! Find out more information on SET's Instagram @shu_set
Sponsored by: Student Events Team
7:30 - 9 p.m. | S'mores & Songs | Pioneer Pavilion
S'mores & Songs is a fun, laid-back outdoor event where students can connect through music. Hosted by the SHU Choral Program, the evening features s'mores, snacks and live karaoke—so grab a treat, sing along or simply relax and enjoy the music!
Sponsored by: Choral Program
8 p.m. | Alpha Kappa Psi Shark Tank Recruitment Event | Martire Center
Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi), the professional business fraternity, will host a Shark Tank-themed recruitment event to introduce students to the organization through an engaging and interactive experience. Participants will work in teams to develop a business idea based on a prompt and present their concept to a panel of AKPsi members acting as sharks. Teams will receive feedback on creativity, feasibility, teamwork, and presentation skills while competing in a fun and supportive environment. The event is designed to help students strengthen communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities that are valuable in both academic and professional settings. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with current members, learn about the benefits of joining AKPsi, and gain insight into the fraternity's professional development opportunities. The overall goal is to provide a welcoming atmosphere where students can build relationships, explore leadership opportunities, and learn more about becoming involved with AKPsi.
Sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Psi
8 - 9 p.m. | Adoration & Confession | Chapel of the Holy Spirit & Narthex
Each week, Campus Ministry offers students the opportunity to pray in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament and have their confessions heard. Join us to rest, pray, and be healed in the sacrament of Reconciliation.
Sponsored by: Campus Ministry