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Fall 2026

As we kick off a new academic year, we are excited to welcome you with a variety of programs and activities! Week of Welcome events are open to all Southern students.

Collage of previous Week of Welcome events.

WoW Prizes

Attend 3 Programs

Earn a Dunkin' voucher for a free drink

Attend 5 Programs

Earn a tee shirt

Attend 7 Programs

Earn an entry to win a $250 bookstore shopping spree

Record Your Attendance

Attendance for WoW events will be tracked through OwlConnect.

  1. Attend WoW program.
  2. Fill out the WoW Event Feedback Form after the event.

Claim Prizes

All students who meet the prize level requirements will receive an email from the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development following the Week of Welcome to come and claim their prizes. Prize pick-up will be between September 7, 2026 - September 11, 2026 in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development, ASC 212.

WoW Schedule

August 25, 2026

August 25, 2026
8:00 am to 9:00 pm
Move the Meter - Cardio Challenge!
Location: ASC Fitness Center
Help the RecFit community "fill the thermometer" by completing cardio minutes! Choose from the treadmill, bike, elliptical, rower, or stair climber, and every minute you complet...
August 25, 2026
8:00 am to 10:00 am
Donuts with the Dean
Location: Engleman Rotunda
Join the Dean of Students for some donuts, coffee and juice! Staff will be present to help you find your class or answer any other questions you have.
August 25, 2026
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Can You Spot the Phish? SCSU IT Cybersecurity Challenge & Technology Setup Event
Location: IT Help Desk, Buley 439
Could you tell the difference between a real SCSU email and a phishing scam? Join the SCSU Information Technology Help Desk during Week of Welcome for an interactive cybersecuri...
August 25, 2026
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
UAP Open House
Location: UAP - Engleman B018
Start the semester with UAP! Stop by to meet our team, connect with fellow students, explore resources, and enjoy complimentary breakfast sandwiches and donuts. Open to all firs...
August 25, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
BaGoals
Location: Engleman Rotunda
"BaGoals" is a fun and reflective event designed to bring students together and encourage them to set meaningful goals for the semester or year ahead. As students write down the...
August 25, 2026
10:00 am to 11:00 am
AI Starter Pack for College: 4 Tools to Help You Learn
Location: Buley 242
Learn how to use AI as a learning tool rather than a shortcut. We'll explore four AI applications (Copilot's "Coach Mode", Goblin.Tools, NotebookLM, and Asta Paper Finder) that...
August 25, 2026
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Lights, Camera, Board Games: Kick Off the Semester
Location: Engleman B019
Take a break between classes and dive into the world of fun and strategy with classic board and card games. Come and connect with the CMS faculty and students. There will be sna...
August 25, 2026
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Sociology & Criminology Open House and Swag
Location: Engleman C017C
Come meet the Sociology and Criminology faculty, learn about different areas of research, learn how to make Social Justice your career path. Snacks, social justice stickers, t-s...
August 25, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
First Day Flicks!
Location: Buley Patio
Kick off the semester by capturing your first day on campus! Join the Office of Orientation, Transition, and Family Engagement for our First Day Flicks, where students can snap...
August 25, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
School of Business Bash
Location: School of Business Patio
Kick off the semester with the School of Business! Meet fellow students, connect with faculty and staff, explore student clubs and organizations, discover internships and career...
August 25, 2026
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
3rd Annual Rubber Duck Cosplay Contest
Location: Buley Library Makerspace
Stop by the Makerspace to decorate a rubber duck using materials and supplies provided by the Makerspace. Ducks can be entered to win a gift card. Two ways to win! Your duck can...
August 25, 2026
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Geode Breaking in the Rock Garden with Earth Science
Location: Academic Science Building Rock Garden
The Earth Science Department invites you to come to the Academic Science Building's Rock Garden to break open a geode. Professors will be there to discuss the department, and al...
August 25, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Owl Explorer Challenge w/ HSI Department
Location: HHS 341
Explore SCSU while completing a fun campus scavenger hunt hosted by the Healthcare Systems & Innovation Department. Find key locations, discover student resources, and return yo...
August 25, 2026
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Discover Treble Choir: Open Rehearsal & France Trip Preview
Location: Earl Hall 114
Looking for a choral experience that goes beyond the music? Come try out our advanced treble ensemble (soprano/alto range)—a supportive, collaborative ensemble centered on the...
August 25, 2026
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Meet and Greet the SGPS
Location: Engleman Rotunda
Welcome back! We’re excited to have you here for the new term. We invite you to stop by and meet the Graduate School and Admissions team to learn more about exciting opportuni...
August 25, 2026
8:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Big Bingo with ProCon
Location: ASC Ballroom
Join Programs Council in the ballroom for one of our biggest events of the year, Big BINGO! Play for your chance at winning TV's, Apple Watches, scooters and much more! Be sure...

August 26, 2026

August 26, 2026
8:00 am to 9:00 pm
Pose & Positivity with RecFit
Location: ASC Fitness Center 204
Spread positivity and brighten someone’s day with the RecFit Encouragement Mirror! Leave an encouraging message, affirmation, or motivational quote for fellow students to see....
August 26, 2026
8:00 am to 10:00 am
Donuts with the Dean
Location: Engleman Rotunda
Join the Dean of Students for some donuts, coffee and juice! Staff will be present to help you find your class or answer any other questions you have.
August 26, 2026
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
3rd Annual Rubber Duck Cosplay Contest
Location: Buley Makerspace
Stop by the Makerspace to decorate a rubber duck using materials and supplies provided by the Makerspace. Ducks can be entered to win a gift card. Two ways to win! Your duck can...
August 26, 2026
11:00 am to 11:45 am
Unlocking the Power of 100,000 Owls: How Southern's Alumni Community Can Help You Thrive
Location: ASC 201
Did you know that your future internship, mentor, or even first job could come from a fellow Owl? Come learn how Southern's alumni community supports students from day one throu...
August 26, 2026
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Meet Chemistry and Biochemistry Faculty
Location: Academic Science Building Breezeway
Lunch (pizza, salad, and wings) with department faculty and students. Have an informal conversation with department faculty members and learn all about what the Chemistry and Bi...
August 26, 2026
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Lights, Camera, Board Games: Kick Off the Semester
Location: Engleman B019
Take a break between classes and dive into the world of fun and strategy with classic board and card games. Come and connect with the CMS faculty and students. There will be sna...
August 26, 2026
11:15 am to 12:30 pm
Mix & Mingle Social with the Social Work Organization (SWO)
Location: Engleman B121
Don't miss this awesome opportunity to connect and share experiences with those interested in the helping professions. Meet members of the Social Work Organization (SWO) and enj...
August 26, 2026
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Owl-Ways Welcome Photo Booth (Public Health Dept.)
Location: HHS Main Lobby
Hosted by the Southern Connecticut State University Public Health Department, the SCSU Public Health Photo Booth invites students to stop by during Week of Welcome to take a fun...
August 26, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Transfer 101
Location: Buley Patio
OTFE's Transfer Student Assistants will be hosting an event for new Transfer students at Southern. At the event, there will be networking bingo that allows students to connect w...
August 26, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Map Your Roots
Location: Multicultural Center - ASC 202
Map Your Roots is an interactive, drop-in program designed to celebrate the diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences represented within the Southern community. Participa...
August 26, 2026
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Meet the Pups!!
Location: Academic Quad
Students can hangout and meet our 11 puppies on campus out on the Academic Quad!!
August 26, 2026
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
SAGE Center Social
Location: SAGE Center - ASC 235
Whether you are a new freshman, a transfer student, or just looking for your campus community, the SAGE Center is here to welcome you. Stop by the SAGE Center for refreshments,...
August 26, 2026
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Pizza and Pathogen Painting
Location: Jennings Hall 244
Join the ASBMB Student Chapter for a fun event of Painting and Pizza! Learn about what the ASMB does, our goals, meet our E- Board and more!
August 26, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Music Department Open Mic
Location: Earl Hall 118
COME JAM WITH US! Whether you just want to enjoy the music or perform, all styles / instruments / voice-types are welcome. More info at music@southernct.edu.
August 26, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Multi-Passionate Students Welcome Here: Explore Interdisciplinary Studies
Location: Engleman B129
Feeling like you've got too many favorite tracks to pick just one major? You're not alone. Whether you're starting fresh, transferring in, or just not sold on your current major...
August 26, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
The Scholar'Z Supply Stop
Location: Buley Patio
Join the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Psi Omicron Chapter as we kick off the new school year by giving away essentials that will help you achieve academic success thi...
August 26, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
AI Starter Pack for College: 4 Tools to Help You Learn
Location: Buley 242
Learn how to use AI as a learning tool rather than a shortcut. We'll explore four AI applications (Copilot's "Coach Mode", Goblin.Tools, NotebookLM, and Asta Paper Finder) that...
August 26, 2026
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Asian Pop Culture Trivia Night
Location: ASC 201
Join the Asian Culture Society for a fun night of interactive trivia! Test your knowledge of Asian pop culture, including trends, music, celebrities, food, movies, and more! Com...
August 26, 2026
6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Kings of the Court
Location: TBD
Welcome to our annual basketball tournament where you compete to become the kings of the court! The rules are as follows: 1. All games are 3v3 half court until the final, which...
August 26, 2026
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
TKE Latin and Caribbean Night
Location: Residence Life Quad
Join TKE in the Residence Life Quad for some salsa, bachata, merengue, reggaeton, foo, games and more!
August 26, 2026
8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Ultimate Speed Friending
Location: ASC Ballroom
Looking to make connections? Head to the ASC ballroom for Ultimate Speed Friending. We will take you through a night of games, round robin tabling and some crazy contests to hel...

August 27, 2026

August 27, 2026
9:30 am to 2:00 pm
Welcome to Fall 2026! Political Science & History's WOW Event
Location: Engleman 2nd Floor C-Wing Hallway
The Political Science and History Departments welcome you to Fall 2026! Stop by Engleman's second-floor C wing to introduce yourself, grab a snack, and enter a free raffle to wi...
August 27, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Welcome to Counseling Services!
Location: Academic Quad
Kick off the semester right with tending to your mental health and be successful!! Stop by our table to see what Counseling Services has to offer! Grab a snack, sign up and lear...
August 27, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Sparkle & Settle In: Diamond Art Coaster Creations
Location: Private Location (sign in to display)
Kick off the Fall 2026 semester with a relaxing, creative activity hosted by the School of Nursing. Join us to design your own diamond art coasters while connecting with fellow...
August 27, 2026
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Meet the Provost’s Office: Academic Affairs & Student Resources
Location: Engleman A 210B
Meet the Provost’s Office and learn how Academic Affairs supports students! Stop by our information table to learn about academic policies, programs, student opportunities, an...
August 27, 2026
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Lights, Camera, Board Games: Kick Off the Semester
Location: Engleman B019
Take a break between classes and dive into the world of fun and strategy with classic board and card games. Come and connect with the CMS faculty and students. There will be sna...
August 27, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Colorful Crafts and Cookies
Location: Academic Quad
Join the Innovation Hub while we tie-dye hats, bags, socks & more to celebrate the semester's start! Bring your own item if you want to add some flair! You'll leave with a custo...
August 27, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Fizz Into a Fresh Start with CASAS!
Location: Buley Patio
Start the semester off right with CASAS! Create your own dirty soda, discover your favorite flavor combination, connect with CASAS staff, and learn more about the resources and...
August 27, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
RecFit's Refuel Station
Location: Fitness Center - ASC 204
Complete the weekly fitness challenge to earn a recovery snack! Stop by, participate, and refuel with a grab-and-go wellness item after your workout. Available while supplies la...
August 27, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Proletarian Print Lab
Location: Academic Quad
Come hang out with comrades from the SCSU communist club and DIY some radical tshirts while we discuss what issues are pressing students, and what campus activity should look li...
August 27, 2026
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Physics Department Meet & Greet
Location: Academic Science Building Lower Level Atrium
Join the Physics Department Thursday, August 27th from 2pm - 4pm in the Science Building lower level Atrium, join us in the Physics department for a Meet & Greet with our facult...
August 27, 2026
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Discover World Languages & Cultures
Location: Engleman Rotunda
Stop by the Department of World Languages & Literatures table to learn about our language programs, meet faculty, and discover opportunities to study Spanish, French, Italian, J...
August 27, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Paint a Pouch
Location: ASC 201
Come paint a paint a pouch! Whether it's used as a pencil case or a bag to hold your menstrual products, come learn about our student org: PERIOD@SCSU, enjoy snacks, and meet ne...
August 27, 2026
3:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Meet Sustainability at the Community Garden
Location: Community Garden (behind Davis Hall)
Meet Sustainability is an interactive Week of Welcome event designed to introduce incoming students to the SCSU Community Garden and the university's sustainability initiatives....
August 27, 2026
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Drinks, Treats & Decoding Medical Tricks
Location: Academic Science Building Student Lounge
Join the Pre-Health Society in our annual WoW event, where you get to meet the E-board members, get snippets of our new project, and enjoy a fast-paced round of Pre-med Taboo!
August 27, 2026
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Kulture Konnect
Location: Residence Life Quad
Kulture Konnect is an event for people to gather in the quad and enjoy the 'vibes' of afro beats & afro-cultural music. The event is about the people, it's a chance for individu...
August 27, 2026
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Centaur Jackpot
Location: Private Location (sign in to display)
Come out and enjoy a fun game of bingo hosted by the brothers of Iota Phi Theta! Win baskets filled with cleaning supplies, dorm essentials, and hygiene items while enjoying goo...
August 27, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Thursday Night Lights - Goals and Tacos with President Bulmer
Location: Jess Dow Field
Join us before the big game and grab some tacos with President Sandy Bulmer and the rest of the President's Leadership Team. Free shirts will be available for the first 100 stud...
August 27, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Men's Soccer vs Monroe University
Location: Jess Dow Field
Cheer on the Owls as they take on Monroe University at Jess Dow Field!
August 27, 2026
9:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Let's Make a Deal!
Location: ASC Ballroom
Join us for an SCSU classic! Compete against others to make the best deal and walk away with some major prizes. Everyone who walks in the door will have a chance to participate,...

August 28, 2026

August 28, 2026
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Campuswide Treasure Hunt
Location: On Campus
If you know events at SCSU, you know you do not want to miss this! Join us for our once a semester treasure hunt where we hide treasure chests all over campus. If you find a che...
August 28, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Care and Share: Health and Wellness Grab and Go
Location: Health Services - Granoff Hall
Wellness Grab and Go: Students can visit Health Services to grab Health and Wellness Essentials such as first aid kits, toothbrushes, toothpaste, sleep kits while supplies last....
August 28, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Neurodiverse Connections
Location: Online Event
Come connect with the neurodiverse/neurodivergent/neuroexpansive community at Southern! Meet members of the student Neurodiversity Club and Faculty/Staff Neurodiversity Group, l...
August 28, 2026
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
West Quad Carnival
Location: West Campus Quad
West Quad Carnival will be a collaborative event hosted by Hickerson, Neff, and West Hall to welcome and celebrate our incoming and returning students as they engage with one an...

August 31, 2026

August 31, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Welcome to Counseling Services!
Location: Academic Quad
Kick off the semester right with tending to your mental health and be successful!! Stop by our table to see what Counseling Services has to offer! Grab a snack, sign up and lear...
August 31, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Popping Into Your Success
Location: Engleman Rotunda
Ready to level up your academic journey? Join CASAS (Center for Academic Success and Accessibility Services) for a quick, casual "pop-in" event! Whether you need to grab some st...
August 31, 2026
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Fun on the Patio - Day One
Location: Buley Patio
On Monday, August 31st and Tuesday, September 1st, Fun Enterprises will be on the Buley Patio with some great novelties! On Monday, we will have photo magnets, and on Tuesday, w...
August 31, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Who Needs A Pet When You Can Have A Plant?
Location: Buley Lobby
Need some green in your office/dorm? Visit the Buley Library to loan a potted plant just like a book for the fall semester. This is the second semester of a pilot project aiming...
August 31, 2026
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Start Strong: Build a Sensory Survival Kit
Location: Engleman Rotunda
Come make a semester support kit or sensory survival kit with the Critical Disability Studies program. We’ll have stickers, fidgets, and other items you can choose from to fil...
August 31, 2026
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Meet a SIA
Location: Adanti Student Center Plaza Level Table
Come meet a SIA and grab some school supplies!
August 31, 2026
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
RecFit's Shaker Bottle Studio
Location: Fitness Center - ASC 204
Get creative and customize your own shaker bottle before the semester gets busy! Personalize your bottle with gym, sports, and motivational stickers to make it uniquely yours. S...
August 31, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Multi-Passionate Students Welcome Here: Explore Interdisciplinary Studies
Location: IDS Lounge - Engleman B129
Feeling like you've got too many favorite tracks to pick just one major? You're not alone. Whether you're starting fresh, transferring in, or just not sold on your current major...
August 31, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Multi-Passionate Students Welcome Here: Explore Interdisciplinary Studies
Location: Engleman B129
Feeling like you've got too many favorite tracks to pick just one major? You're not alone. Whether you're starting fresh, transferring in, or just not sold on your current major...
August 31, 2026
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
AI Starter Pack for College: 4 Tools to Help You Learn
Location: Online Event
Learn how to use AI as a learning tool rather than a shortcut. We'll explore four AI applications (Copilot's "Coach Mode", Goblin.Tools, NotebookLM, and Asta Paper Finder) that...
August 31, 2026
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Make Your Mark: Printmaking Pop-In
Location: Earl Hall 102
Curious about printmaking? Stop by the Art & Design Printmaking Lab and make your own mini print! No art or printmaking experience is needed. Students will create a simple desig...
August 31, 2026
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
DIY Pillows with Res Life!
Location: Farnham Programming Space
Join the Office of Residence Life for a evening of creativity where you can design and personalize a unique item to make your new living space feel truly like home while having...
August 31, 2026
8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Movie Night featuring "Michael"
Location: ASC Ballroom
Head to the ASC Ballroom to watch the hit biopic Michael! We will have snacks, pizza, prizes and more!

September 1, 2026

September 1, 2026
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
We have answers! And donuts!
Location: Engleman 2nd floor hallway at intersection of B, D, and C-wings
DONUTS! (The LEP Director and Writing Director will answer questions from students (new, returning, and transfer) about general education and writing requirements.)
September 1, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Who Needs A Pet When You Can Have A Plant?
Location: Buley Library Lobby
"Need some green in your office/dorm? Visit the Buley Library to loan a potted plant just like a book for the fall semester. This is the second semester of a pilot project aimin...
September 1, 2026
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Fun in the Nest - Day Two
Location: The Nest - ASC 217
On Monday, August 31st and Tuesday, September 1st, Fun Enterprises will be on the Buley Patio (Tuesday in the Nest) with some great novelties! On Monday, we will have photo magn...
September 1, 2026
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Discover Your Brain. Find Your Community.
Location: Academic Science Building Atrium
This event welcomes all students to join Behavioral Neuroscience at SCSU for community building, hands-on neuroscience experiences, and of course snacks! We will help create con...
September 1, 2026
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Fall Semester Paint and Greet
Location: Jennings Hall 133A
The Biology Department is hosting a paint and greet event! Stop by to have some snacks and paint with some of our faculty to see what the department has to offer!
September 1, 2026
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Welcome to Women's & Gender Studies
Location: EN B225 B
An open house to welcome students back to campus. Faculty and staff will be available to speak with students about the Women's & Gender Studies Department, what WGS is, why is i...
September 1, 2026
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Artists’ Books and Zinemaking
Location: Buley 118
Create your own simple folded book or zine. Peruse unique handmade artists’ books and zines in Buley’s collection. Make your voice heard! Make a zine to share with others or...
September 1, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Coastin' Into the Semester
Location: Health and Human Services Terrace
Take a break from the first week of classes with staff from the School of Nursing. Decorate a coaster that you can use to rest your favorite drinks on while you study throughout...
September 1, 2026
1:50 pm to 3:00 pm
Philosophy Lunch and Learn
Location: Engleman C009
Join us for a Lunch and Learn/Department Meet & Greet! We'll be having Pizza and light refreshments, you'll get to hear all about the Philosophy Club, and a talk hosted by CSU P...
September 1, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Women's Soccer vs Post University
Location: Jess Dow Field
Cheer on the Owls as they take on Post University at Jess Dow Field!
September 1, 2026
8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Σhould've Been Records !
Location: ASC Theater
Come show off your talents, or dress as your favorite celebrities as contestants battle for the title of Sing-Off Champion!

September 8, 2026

September 8, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Build Your Nest
Location: Academic Quad
Help us build a campus where everyone feels safe, supported, and like they belong! Students will create and leave positive affirmations, messages of encouragement and advice for...
September 8, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Touch Grass
Location: Academic Quad
Take a break from your screen and reconnect with the world around you! Join the Wellbeing Center for a fun event designed to help you unplug, spend time outdoors, and connect wi...
September 8, 2026
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Southern Hospitality with ProCon
Location: Residence Life Quad
ProCon invites you to the quad for a grand old time where you can decorate your own cowboy hat, ride a mechanical bull, take custom photos and get some eats from a Fork in the R...

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University-Wide Part-Time Job Fair

August 26, 2026

Kicking off Week of Welcome, this high-traffic fair connects students with part-time opportunities on campus and across greater New Haven. Explore available part-time opportunities and prepare to attend the Part-Time Job Fair.

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