The purpose of SFA's Weeks of Welcome is to welcome new students to campus and introduce them to campus life. For returning students, WoW is a way to become involved and interact with students and campus organizations.
Spring 2024 Weeks of Welcome is scheduled for Jan. 16 to Jan. 26, detailed schedule coming soon!
Be sure to follow SFA Weeks of Welcome on Instagram for more information and updates!
Spring Weeks of Welcome Events 2024
Wednesday, Jan. 17
Welcome Walks
2 to 4 p.m. at Surfin’ Steve
Jack Walkers will be ready to direct students to where their classes will be located during the first week of school.
WoW Wednesday: Bingo
4 to 6 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Twilight Ballroom
Come play bingo at the student center for a chance to win prizes with Weeks of Welcome!
Orientation Leader Interest Meeting
7 p.m. at the Cole STEM Building, rooms 401 and 402
So you want to be an Orientation Leader? Come learn more about the Orientation Leader role and hear about how you can make an impact this summer.
Thursday, Jan. 18
AARC Doughnuts and Directions
7:45 to 10:30 a.m. near Steen Library
Grab a Doughnut and some directions from the AARC Team!
Welcome Back Jacks! (photos and fun)
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Baker Pattillo Student Center, Spirit Lounge
Stop by the Office of Student Engagements booth for photos and fun on the first day!
SFA Men’s Basketball vs. Seattle
6:30 p.m. at William R. Johnson Coliseum
Join Purple Haze in the student section to cheer on the Jacks!
Friday, Jan. 19
Meet the Greeks
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Spirit Lounge
Want to get involved in Greek Like? Fraternities and sororities will be tabling in the Student Center! Stop by their tables to learn more!
Saturday, Jan. 20
MLK Day of Service
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Grand Ballroom
You are invited to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a day of community service. Register to volunteer and serve.
Lumberjack Late Night Bites
7 to 10 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center
Monday, Jan. 22
Board Game Night at the VRC
4 to 7 p.m. at the Veterans Resources Center
Come play some board games and eat some pizza in the VRC!
Tuesday, Jan. 23
Snacks at Surfin' Steve
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Surfin’ Steve
Cocoa and Connections for Transfer Students
4 to 6 p.m. at the Campus Recreation Center, Meeting Room
Orientation Leader Interest Meeting
7 p.m. at the Cole STEM Building, rooms 401 and 402
Couldn’t make the first interest meeting? No worries! Come learn more about the Orientation Leader role and hear about how you can make an impact this summer.
Explore All Things Nursing
6 p.m. at the DeWitt School of Nursing Complex, 5707 North St.
You are invited to the DeWitt School of Nursing to explore all that we have to offer. Join us at our state of the art building to meet with our student organizations, tour our simulation labs and classrooms and meet with academic advisors and faculty!
Multicultural Greek Council Showcase
7:30 p.m. at TBA
Wednesday, Jan. 24
CCPD Career Closet Clean Out
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Spirit Lounge
Stop by and grab clothing items from the Career Closet for FREE.
SGA Interest Meeting
5:30 to 6 p.m. at Baker Pattillo Student Center, 3rd Floor Commons
Are you interested in being a part of the Student Government Association? If so, come to the SGA Interest Meeting to learn more!
Jack Walker Interest Meeting
6 to 7 p.m. at TBA
SAA Succulent Event
7 to 11 p.m. at TBA
Thursday, Jan. 25
Involvement Fair
4 to 6 p.m. at the Campus Recreation Center
Are you looking to get involved or meet new Lumberjacks? Come to the Involvement Fair and meet representatives from SFA student organizations. #JacksGetInvolved
WoW Backs the Jacks: SFA Men’s Basketball vs. Grand Canyon
6:30 p.m. at William R. Johnson Coliseum
Come cheer on the Lumberjacks! Join Weeks of Welcome and Purple Haze in the SFA Student section for free prizes and giveaways!
Friday, Jan. 26
Spirit Friday by AXEperience
TBA
Silent Disco with AXcel Peer Mentor Program
6 to 8 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Regents Suites A and B
Join the AXcel Mentor Program as we host, Silent Disco! Don't miss out on this extraordinary celebration of music and mentorship and the opportunity to join our AXcel Mentor Program. See you there!