Welcome Week
August 19-25, 2024
Welcome Week is the final phase of your orientation to LSU. This exciting event takes place right before the semester begins so that you can be completely comfortable and prepared to start your experience at LSU.
We know that students who attend Welcome Week are more confident when they start classes and are more successful throughout their time at LSU. This is because they have had the time to meet new friends, have learned about the resources that will help them to be successful here at LSU, and know what it means to be a true LSU Tiger. It’s also a lot of fun! Attendance at Welcome Week August 19-25 is mandatory for all members of the Class of 2028, and we can’t wait to see you back on campus!
Welcome Week Schedule
Most events Monday, August 19th - Wednesday, August 21st are required for freshman students and are labeled as such.
Event | Time | Location | Details |
Dive-In Movie | 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. | University Recreation | Come join us for an epic end of summer! Cool down and kick off Welcome Week in our outdoor pool and leisure river. |
Event |
Time |
Location |
Details |
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Small Group #1 |
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
Various Locations |
Required for freshman students. Small group numbers and locations will be emailed to all students on Friday, August 16th. |
Convocation |
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
PMAC |
Convocation is LSU's official welcome for all new students and makes the start of your academic journey. This University-wide ceremony will bring administrators, faculty, staff, and fellow students together to welcome you into the LSU family. Required for freshman students. |
Honors College Welcome |
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
TBD |
Required for all Honors College Freshman. |
TigerChat |
8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
PMAC |
Want a sneak peak into the health and safety choices you will face as an LSU student? Join us for an entertaining skit and interactive session to learn strategies and resources available to support you. Required for freshman students. |
RHA Block Party |
9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. |
Outside the PMAC |
Join the Residence Hall Association (RHA) during our annual Block Party! Enjoy inflatables, music, dancing, snowballs, food trucks, and more! Whether you are a "new resident on the block" or a returning resident, you don't want to miss our on this chance to meet fellow residents from all across campus. |
Event |
Time |
Location |
Details |
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College Open Houses & Welcome Events |
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Various Locations |
More details on the College Open Houses & Welcome Events will be available in August. |
Small Group #2 |
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m |
Various Locations, Academic Classrooms |
Required for freshman students. Small group numbers and locations will be emailed to all students on Friday, August 16th. |
Residential College Convocations |
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
Various Locations |
Required for residential college students. |
UREC All-Access |
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. |
University Recreation Center |
Come check out the UREC and all it has to offer! UREC looks forward to welcoming the LSU family back for an amazing semester. Join us for FREE FOOD and a ton of fun. |
Event |
Time |
Location |
Details |
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Small Group #3 |
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
Various Locations, Academic Classrooms |
Required for freshman students. Small group numbers and locations will be emailed to all students on Friday, August 16th. |
Tiger Walks: Find Your Classes |
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
All Classrooms |
Explore campus with your new classmates. Student leaders will be scattered around campus to help guide you and answer any remaining questions you may have before the semester starts. |
On-Campus Job Fair |
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
TBD |
Join us for an On-Campus Jobs Fair during Welcome Week. Incoming and continuing students will network and interact with LSU Departments for open positions during the school year. You can also see open positions on Handshake by searching for "LSU" or "on-campus jobs." Students do not have to register to attend. Check-in will be available at the event. |
Meet Your Success Team |
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Various Locations |
Join us for an opportunity to meet and connect with other students and members of your assigned Success Team! Required for freshman students. |
Twilight Ceremony |
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
TBD |
Various members of the LSU community will reflect on the Welcome Week experience, and celebrate your journey ahead as a member of the LSU family. |
Late Night at the Union |
9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. |
LSU Student Union |
This isn't your average night at the LSU Student Union. Celebrate the start of 2024 academic year with a night full of music, food, and games. |
Choose Your Adventure
As part of your Welcome Week experience, you are given the opportunity to Choose Your Adventure. These are optional events to help you discover your passion and begin writing your LSU story. There are dozens of Choose Your Adventure options available, but only a handful require pre-registration due to capacity limits. The full schedule and pre-registration will be available in July!
Event |
Time |
Location |
Details |
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Purple & Gold Bash |
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. |
TBD |
Join us for a night of music, snacks, and non-stop fun with inflatables, giveaways, and more. Don't miss out on this unforgettable LSU experience! |
Event |
Time |
Location |
Details |
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Silent Disco |
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. |
TBD |
Join Student Government and hundreds of other freshmen for a fun, unique night full of partying, food, giveaways, and of course music. Student Government will be hosting a Silent Disco in which students wear specially designed wireless glowing headphones and listen as 2 DJ's battle for your attention. Who will win? Which station will you tune into? |
Event |
Time |
Location |
Details |
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Saturday Night in Tiger Stadium |
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Meet on the Parade Grounds |
Join your LSU classmates on the Parade Grounds at 6:00 p.m. to walk down Victory Hill to Tiger Stadium for the official Class of 2027 photo in Tiger Stadium. Hear selections from the Tiger Band and Spirit Squads, along with some special guest appearances. |
Carnival |
8:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. |
Lot 401 (off South Stadium Drive |
Close out Welcome Week on the midway! After a busy week, head to the carnival and unwind on carnival rides, eat traditional carnival food, and play the games on the midway. Make awesome memories with new friends even before classes begin. |
Event |
Dates |
Location |
Details |
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RSG (Ready, Set, Geaux) |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
TBD |
RSG is a bridge program to assist new SSS members with the transition from high school to college. The purpose of the program is for students to “increase engagement, learn student success tips, and create a ‘community’ within the larger LSU community.” Only available to students in the SSS program. |
LSU Promise Scholar Program |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
Coates Hall; Various Locations |
As part of your exceptional scholarship package, you’re eligible for this exclusive programming and elite community that will help you maintain your scholarship, as well as plan and achieve academic, career, and financial goals. Pre-Registration required; only available to Pelican Promise Students. |
Geaux Engineering |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
Patrick F. Taylor Hall; Various Locations |
Geaux Engineering gives first-year students a head start to the College of Engineering and prepares you for your future career. Peer mentors guide you through fun, team-based activities including a design project, degree exploration, and upperclassman-led sessions. Pre-Registration required; only available to College of Engineering Students. |
College of Music & Dramatic Arts Bootcamp |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
Music & Dramatic Arts Building, School of Music Building |
The College of Music & Dramatic Arts Boot Camp is a required orientation program specially designed for incoming Music, Theatre, and Film & Television majors. Pre-Registration required; only available to College of Music & Dramatic Arts Students. |
STRIPES |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
Allen Hall; Various Locations |
Through a combination of community service, educational insight, social engagement, interaction with staff and upper-class student mentors, team building, and much more, you will leave STRIPES prepared to embark on your new journey as a Louisiana State University Tiger. Pre-Registration required. |
BIOS |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
Williams Hall; Various Locations |
The BIOS program has lectures, exams, lessons on study skills, and group work to prepare students for college. Over 15 years, the over 4,000 BIOS participants went on to outperform their peers in introductory courses, retention within major, and graduation rates. Pre-Registration required; only available to College of Science Students. |
IFC Fraternity Recruitment & PHC Sorority Recruitment |
Thursday, August 22nd - Saturday, August 24th |
Lockett Hall & Greek Row |
Fraternity and Sorority Recruitment offers students the opportunity to make friends, get to know what the LSU Greek community has to offer, and ultimately become a member of an IFC fraternity or PHC sorority. Visit lsu.edu/greeks for more information and to register! |