Wednesday, September 16

9 a.m. | Stress Less with Relay for Life Club | Linda's Fireplace

Stress less with Relay for Life Club! Here we welcome all students to come chill out for a little and either grab a stress ball, do some de-stress coloring pages and write some words of encouragement for themselves to start off the school year strong! We know the beginning of the school year can always be nerve racking so we want to help eliminate that stress by providing a safe and comforting environment at our event! Come join us!

Sponsored by: Relay for Life Club

Noon - 3 p.m. | WCBT Student Organization & Business Fair | Pioneer Pavilion

Looking to get involved in the Welch College of Business & Technology? Stop by to meet more than 13 student organizations and student-run businesses. Sign up at their tables to meet peers, add membership to your résumé, and get involved within your major or minor.

Sponsored by: Welch College of Business & Technology

2 p.m. | Ronc Fest | Roncalli Front Lawn

Join the Roncalli RSAs for Ronc Fest! There will be lawn games, crafts, and food. Bring you roommate, find some new friends, and have fun! Follow us on Instagram @roncallihallshu for more details.

Sponsored by: Residential Life

3:30 p.m. | Altered Book Series | Ryan Mature Library

Looking for a fun way to practice self care? Turn a used book into a creative journal in this weekly wellness group. Join the art making each Wednesday from September 16 to October 21 at 3:30 p.m. behind the café in the library.

Sponsored by: Maureen Hamilton Wellness Center

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Dual Degree Roadmap: The Pathway to the AT Program | Academic Center HC 202

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

5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Honors Hangout | Mini-Quad between St. Catherine & McGivney

Are you looking to relax after these busy first few weeks? Come to the quad between St. Catherine and McGivney halls for the Honor Hall Hangout. We'll have lawn games and snacks; come say hello and get to know your fellow first-year students.

Sponsored by: Residential Life

6 p.m. | Student Nurses' Association Freshman Study Night | Center for Healthcare Education S131

Studying for your exams? Don't study alone! Drop by to study for your nursing exams with peer mentors and other first-year nursing students.

Sponsored by: Student Nurses' Association

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. Seats are limited to 65 and this is open to the public as well as new Pioneers. 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

7 - 8 p.m. | Jeopardy: Campus to Career | Linda's

Are you a first-year student? Put your knowledge to the test in Jeopardy as students go head-to-head in fast-paced rounds of trivia designed to help you take the next steps toward a future you'll be excited to build. Enjoy snacks, win prizes, and see if your team has what it takes to come out on top!

Sponsored by: Center for Career & Professional Development

8 - 9 p.m. | Adoration and 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

8 p.m. | Student Nurses' Association Meeting | Center for Healthcare Education S116

Join us for an SNA general member meeting!

Sponsored by: Student Nurses' Association

8 - 10 p.m. | Delta Tau Delta Rush Event—Basketball With The Brothers | Valentine Health & Recreation Center Courts

This is a rush event hosted by Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. The main activity will be basketball with the brothers, with mixed teams of interested PNMs and brothers. Follow us on Instagram @Shudelts!

Sponsored by: Delta Tau Delta Fraternity

9 - 10 p.m. | Bingo | Edgerton Atrium

Pitt StopCome join First-Year Programs for an opportunity to meet new people and walk over to bingo together!

Sponsored by: First-Year Programs

10:10 p.m. - Midnight | Welcome Back Bingo Bash | Edgerton Center

Welcome back to campus, Pioneers! Start off your semester strong by stopping by SET Bingo and win prizes for your residence halls and apartments. Find out more information about the prizes on Instagram @shu_set.

Sponsored by: Student Events Team


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