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Cardinal Village Move-In for New Residents

9 am · Cardinal Village
Welcome to LU, Cards! The crew at Housing & Residence Life is excited to start a new semester with you. Grab some free Kona Ice to cool off!

ID Office Open

10 am - 2:30 pm · Student Business Office, Wimberly 118
Need to get your LU student identification card? Drop by the ID Office until 2:30!

Dining Hall Open

10 am - 8 pm · Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall
Feeling hungry? is ready to serve residents, commuters, and the entire LU community!

Open Rec

10 am - 8 pm · Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center
Play. Move. Connect! Come discover everything the Rec Center has to offer!

LU Volleyball vs Houston Christian University

2 pm - 4 pm · McDonald Gym
Come cheer on your as they face the HCU Huskies in an exhibition match. Free entry with your LU student ID!

Cardinal Village Floor Meetings

7 pm - 8:30 pm · Cardinal Village
For Cardinal Village residents only: Meet your RA, connect with your neighbors, and receive important community information.

Cardinal Village Move-In for Returning Residents

9 am · Cardinal Village
Welcome back, Cards! We missed you!

Cool Off at Cardinal Village

Popsicles 10 am - 1 pm · Kona Ice 11 am - 2 pm
Cool off with a free popsicle (or two) from the Center for Career and Professional Development. Stay a while to learn about upcoming resume, internship, and career events!

ID Office Open

10 am - 2:30 pm · Student Business Office, Wimberly 118
Need to get your LU student identification card? Drop by the ID Office until 2:30!

Dining Hall Open

10 am - 8 pm · Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall
Feeling hungry? is ready to serve residents, commuters, and the entire LU community!

Rec Center Open

1 pm - 7 pm · Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center
Build your own experience at The Rec. Work out, play, connect, and unwind—all on your schedule!

Sunday Funday with CAB

6 pm - 9 pm · Dining Hall Lawn
Meet the Cardinals Activities Board and learn how to get involved! Come for the DJ, field games, food trucks, laser tag, awesome prizes, and plenty of fun! 

Cardinal Village Floor Meetings

7 pm - 8:30 · Cardinal Village
For Cardinal Village residents only: Meet your RA, connect with your neighbors, and receive important community information.

LU Soccer vs Sam Houston

7 pm - 10 pm · LU Soccer Complex
Come support as they face the SHSU Bearkats! Free admission with your LU student ID.

Passport Through COAS Scavenger Hunt

10 am - 12 pm · COAS Admin Office, Parker 203
Meet us at the Dean's Office to explore endless possibilities in the College of Arts & Sciences! You'll learn all about its departments, faculty, staff, and more.

Popcorn Monday

11 am - 1 pm · Center for Career & Professional Development, Galloway 102
Stop by the Center for Career and Professional Development for free popcorn! Swing by and start your week off right!

Pizza Party

11 am - 1 pm · University Theatre
Come grab free some pizza at the University Theatre! While you're there, you can meet the faculty and learn more about the College of Fine Arts and Communication.

Shuttle to Convocation

2:30 pm - 4 pm · Outside Cardinal Village
Forget sweltering in the Texas heat — jump on the free, air-conditioned LU Shuttle for a ride to Convocation!  

New Student Convocation

4 pm - 6 pm · Neches FCU Arena, Montagne Center
It's your official welcome to life at LU! This celebration of scholarship and tradition inducts new students into the community of learners at LU. Receive a welcome from LU President Dr. Taylor, hear from campus leaders, and take your class photo on the football field. All new students must attend.  

Shuttle to Cardinal Village & Rec Center

6 pm · Outside Montagne Center

Classroom Crawl

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm · Outside Communication Building
Join First Year Success for an interactive campus tour led by our amazing Student Success Mentors! Explore seven key buildings on campus to collect seven stamps. Then, turn in your fully stamped card to enter a drawing for one of ten awesome prizes! We're exploring rain or shine, so wear your walking shoes and umbrella if you need it.

Rock the Rec

7 pm - 10 pm · Rec Center
Discover everything the Rec Center has to offer! We’ll have free s’mores, a crate stacking competition, and the Climbing Wall will be open! Are you ready to race to the top?  

T Talks

8 am - 10 am · Gentry Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information about the Title IX Office along with some coffee and donut holes!

Ask A Cardinal

8 am - 11 am · Setzer Student Center & The Quad
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by and get some friendly help from SCCS! 

Rise & Dine with the Dean

8:30 am - 10 am · Student Lounge, Cherry Engineering
Come meet the Dean of the College of Engineering and and enjoy free breakfast treats!

Popcorn with the Dean

11 am - 1 pm · The Quad
A casual meet-and-greet – just stop by to chat with the Dean, grab popcorn, and learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences.

First Day of Class Photo Booth

1 pm - 3 pm · Center for Career and Professional Development, Galloway 102
Stop in for a quick pic at the Career Center!

Syllabus Simplified

5 pm - 6 pm · Galloway 108
Turn those dense syllabi into student-ready guides with the Center for Academic Success! Learn how to decode your instructors' expectations so you can be confident and ready in class.

Casino Night

7 pm - 9 pm · Setzer Student Center
Feeling lucky? Try your hand for a chance to win awesome prizes! Don’t know how to play? No problem, we’ll show you! The Cardinals Activities Board is bringing blackjack, Texas hold’em, roulette, and more!

Ask A Cardinal

8 am - 11 am · Setzer Student Center
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by and get some friendly help from SCCS!

Syllabus Simplified

9:15 am - 10:15 am · Galloway 108
Turn those dense syllabi into student-ready guides with the Center for Academic Success! Learn how to decode your instructors' expectations so you can be confident and ready in class.

Cardinal Village Resident Meetings

10 am - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center
An in-depth look at essential community expectations, residence hall policies, and procedures for successful campus and community living.

How 2 LU: Tech Time

12 pm - 3 pm · Setzer Student Center
Learn the you need to succeed at LU, so you can stay organized, connected, and confident from day one. Plus, grab some free LU swag!

Syllabus Simplified

1 pm - 2 pm · Galloway 108
Turn those dense syllabi into student-ready guides with the Center for Academic Success! Learn how to decode your instructors' expectations so you can be confident and ready in class.

Ask A Cardinal

1 pm - 3 pm · Rec Center Lobby
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by and get some friendly help from SCCS!

Valero Reaction Lab Demo

4 pm - 6 pm · Lucas Engineering
Come celebrate the grand opening of our new lab in Lucas Engineering. We'll run a demo of our new equipment with the team from our sponsor Valero. Free Chick-Fil-A while supplies last!

DIY Door Decor

7 pm - 9 pm · Morris Hall at Cardinal Village
Create a fun, one-of-a-kind door hanger that shows off your personality! Meet CAB, make new friends, and transform your home away from home.

T Talks

8 am - 10 am · Morris Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information about the Title IX Office along with some coffee and donut holes!

Ask A Cardinal

8 am - 11 am · Setzer Student Center
Need help finding your class? Do you have questions and need answers? Stop by and get some friendly help from SCCS!

Donuts with the Dean

9 am - 11 am · Education 110
Come meet Dr. Johnny O'Connor, Dean of the College of Education and Human Development, and enjoy free breakfast treats!

Cardinal Village Resident Meetings

10 am - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center
An in-depth look at essential community expectations, residence hall policies, and procedures for successful campus and community living.

Knack & Snack

10 am, 2 pm, & 3 pm · Student Lounge, Cherry Engineering
Meet Knack, our math and engineering tutoring team! They know what it takes to excel in tough courses, and they’re here to help you do the same. Free popcorn (and toppings!) for everyone who stops by.

How 2 LU: Tech Time

11 am - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center
Learn the you need to succeed at LU, so you can stay organized, connected, and confident from day one. Plus, grab some free LU swag!

Student Success Workshop: Planning a Successful Fall Semester

1 pm - 1:30 pm · Setzer Student Center, Big Sandy 141
Learn to set clear academic goals and develop effective time-management strategies. See how you can learn practical techniques for organizing coursework, balancing responsibilities, and staying motivated throughout the semester.

Stop & Sip

1 pm - 3 pm · Rec Center
Grab an electrolyte packet and learn some great hydration tips from the team at Health Education!  

Speed Friending

4 pm - 5:30 pm · Setzer Student Center, Neches 120
It's like speed-dating but for making friends! Health Education will have snacks, conversation starter resources, and more.

Open Mic Night

6 pm - 9 pm · Patio at the Rec Center
Express yourself! Whether you want to perform poetry, sing, rap, or share another talent, the stage is yours! CAB and will host fun activities between sets.

Cardinal Village Resident Meeting

10 am - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center
An in-depth look at essential community expectations, residence hall policies, and procedures for successful campus and community living.

Show Us Your Red

11 am - 1 pm · The Quad
On Fridays we wear RED! Show your Cardinal Pride – stop by in your best red outfit and connect with the team from Career and Professional Development.

Syllabus Simplified

11:30 am - 12:30 pm · Galloway 108
Turn those dense syllabi into student-ready guides with the Center for Academic Success! Learn how to decode your instructors' expectations so you can be confident and ready in class.

Slushie Bar

11:30 am - 1 pm · Setzer Student Center
Cool off, connect with peers, and explore everything the College of Arts and Sciences has to offer, one cold slushie at a time!

Silent Disco

7 pm - 10 pm · Setzer Student Center
Pop on our special wireless headphones and join the (silent) dance party with CAB! Sway and groove to the rhythms – you have the freedom to tune in to your favorite DJ's live music channel!

Pool Party

3 pm - 6 pm · Outdoor Pool at Cardinal Village, between Gentry and Morris Halls
Did you remember to pack your swimsuit? It's a welcome-back pool party! Free LU beach towels for first 100 attendees and sunscreen from Health Education, while supplies last!

T Talks

8 am - 10 am · Campbell Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information about the Title IX Office along with some coffee and donut holes!

Popcorn Monday

11 am - 1 pm · Center for Career & Professional Development, Galloway 102
Stop by for free popcorn, career and resume advice, and more!

Monday Madness

11 am - 2 pm · Student Lounge, Cherry Engineering
Come play board games and enjoy a dirty soda bar with the College of Engineering!

Build Your Home Away From Home

5 pm - 7 pm · Food Court, Setzer Student Center
Build and personalize your own birdhouse and receive a Cardinal plushie from Cardinal Village.

Tacos & Trivia

11:30 am - 1:30 pm · Student Lounge, Cherry Engineering
Enjoy free tacos and trivia with our Engineering student orgs. Queso, salsa, and chips provided!

On-Campus & Part-Time Student Job Fair

1 pm - 3 pm · Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom
Looking for a part-time gig, a work-study position, or a campus research opportunity? This is your opportunity to talk directly with hiring managers! For résumé help, visit the pros in the Center for Career and Professional Development.

Patio Night: Vision Boards

6 pm - 8 pm · Patio at the Rec
Visualize success with CAB and Health Ed! Stop by to create your college vision board and set positive goals and intentions for the school year!

T Talks

8 am - 10 am · Monroe Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information about the Title IX Office along with some coffee and donut holes!

Fuel Up

11:30 am - 1:30 pm · Setzer Student Center
Get ready to fuel your semester! Stop by to connect with Leadership Studies and pick up free snacks and swag!

Grab & Go

1 pm - 3 pm · Setzer Student Center
Meet the members of the and get a goodie bag on your way to class!

Global Bites & Brews

2 pm - 4 pm · Global Education Center, Wimberly 117
Have an afternoon snack and connect over international treats, coffee, and tea. Browse the info tables from International Student and Scholar Services, Study Abroad, and the International Student Council, and meet some of LU's students from abroad!

Meet the Greeks

6 pm - 8 pm · Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom
Come meet the sororities and fraternities of LU's Greek Life community. Learn more about Greek Life and see what makes each chapter unique!

NPHC Hump Day

8 pm - 10 pm · Dining Hall Lawn
It's the first Hump Day of the year from the National Pan-Hellenic Council! NPHC hosts Hump Day to showcase our sororities’ and fraternities’ tradition of strolling. Come out and meet the organizations and people of NPHC at LU!

T Talks

8 am - 10 am · Combs Hall at Cardinal Village
Hi and it's nice to meet you! Take some information about the Title IX Office along with some coffee and donut holes!

Cardinal Craze

11 am - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center
Customize your very own license plate, street sign, or robot caricatures, brought to you by the Cardinals Activities Board!

Student Success Workshop: Developing Self-Discipline

1 pm - 1:30 pm · Setzer Student Center, Sabine 123
Learn from our Student Success Mentors about self-accountability strategies, PACT goal-setting, and self-reflection to keep yourself on track this semester.

Commuter Connections

1 pm - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125
Meet fellow commuter students and make connections (it's like speed dating but for making friends)! We’ll make it easy for you!

Show Us Your Red

11 am - 12 pm · The Quad
On Fridays we wear RED! Show your Cardinal Pride – stop by in your best red outfit and connect with the team from Career and Professional Development.

JCPenney Suit-Up

2 pm - 5 pm · Central Mall in Port Arthur
Join us at the JCPenney Suit-Up! Receive up to 30% off men's and women's career dress apparel, accessories, and shoes - everything you need for an interview or on the job. Prize giveaways throughout the event.

Glow Party

6 pm - 8 pm · Indoor Pool in the Health & Human Performance Complex
Come on in, the water's fine! Grab your swimsuit and a glowstick and beat the heat at our Indoor Pool.

Student Tailgate & First Flight

2 pm - 6 pm · Plummer Lawn
Get ready for the first Tailgate of the LU Football season – come on out for games, food, and fun. Then, make your way to the stadium to take part in First Flight, our annual spirit run across the field to celebrate a new season!

LU Football vs Abilene Christian University

6 pm · Provost-Umphrey Stadium
It's time to kick off another great season! Free admission with your LU student ID.