8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Students with last names A–L can move in between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., and those with last names M–Z can move in between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Commuter students are welcome to check in between 12 and 12:30 p.m.
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On-campus residential students: Check-in held in Upper Gwinn for all residential halls and apartments. Access to your residence hall will be available only starting at your scheduled check-in time and not before.
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Commuter students: Our commuter students are expected to attend the full Orientation program and can check in Friday from 12 to 12:30 p.m. and are invited to participate in afternoon programming, explore campus, and join the Welcome Dinner in the evening.
8 a.m.–6 p.m.
SPU Store: Falcon’s Post
Falcon's Post
Extended hours on Friday (8 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Saturday (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) during Orientation!
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Academic Counseling Open House
Demaray Hall, second floor
Meet the academic counselors in the Office of Academic Counseling dedicated to the academic support of students throughout their time at SPU — from their first quarter registration to graduation.
11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Admissions Table
Martin Square
Talk to Undergraduate Admissions staff, get questions answered, or just say hi to your admissions counselor!
12–4 p.m.
Library Tours
Ames Library
Discover more about the SPU Library, where students can find collections, instruction, technology, study spaces for individual and collaborative work, and much more.
12:30–2 p.m.
Student Services Fair
Martin Square
Come learn about all the amazing resources and supportive staff you have available to you during your time here and beyond. Our team is here for you, and at our Student Services Fair you can learn all about opportunities and resources you have at SPU.
12:30–4:30 p.m.
Student Support Table
Moyer Hall
Meet the staff with the Center for Student Success and discover how they help students succeed with tutor-led study tables, vast study resources, academic coaching, and more.
2–3:30 p.m.
Academic Reception and Forum
Upper Gwinn
Meet our academic leadership and faculty for refreshments, information about our vibrant academic life on campus, and guest lecture demonstrations.
3–4 p.m.
Health Services Table
Watson Hall, first floor
Meet the health care providers with Health Services and learn about the confidential, safe, and compassionate care they offer to all registered SPU students.
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Student Financial Services Workshop
Upper Gwinn
Students and Guests are welcome to come learn about Financial Aid packages, navigating their Student Account, and exploring options for on-campus Student Employment.
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Student Counseling Center Open House
Watson Hall, first floor
Meet staff from the Student Counseling Center and learn about how they support student wellness through free and confidential counseling to undergraduate students, by way of consultation, referrals, and campus engagement.
4:45–6 p.m.
Enjoy a complimentary dinner and connect with other new students and their families. Dinner times are assigned to students and their guests according to their check-in times. If you have an early check-in time (8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.), you’ll be invited to begin dinner at 5 p.m. If your student has a late-morning or early afternoon check-in time (10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.), you’ll be invited to begin dinner at 5:30 p.m.
6–7 p.m.
Opening Welcome
Tiffany Loop
Words of welcome, introduction, and blessing from university leadership at the start of an exciting academic year.
7–8 p.m.
8–9 p.m.
First Year Residence Hall Floor Meetings
Your Respective Residence Hall Floor
9–10:30 p.m.
First Year Residence Hall Welcome Events
Location To Be Announced at Area/Floor Meetings