The day before classes start is a great opportunity to finalize last minute details before the semester begins. For all new students we highly recommend that you participate in the programs being offered. Below you can read short descriptions of each, and click the link to register for the program. Registration for these events is NOT required. By registering it will add it to your personal list of events on EngageBSU.
AAC Carnival
10am-2pm - Rondileau Student Union Fountain Lawn (Near Scott Hall) - Register Here
Join the Academic Achievement Center for carnival games, carnival foods, a dunk tank and much more!
Welcome to the Max
10am-2pm - Maxwell Library - All Floors - Register Here
Join us on the first floor near the Circ/Ref Desks to learn about our services, resources, and collections, take a tour of the library, meet library staff, and enjoy some snacks. Afterwards, head to the IT Help Desk on the ground floor to meet with IT staff who will highlight their services and resources and assist you with technology issues.
Involvement Fair
11am-2pm - University Park - Register Here
This is where student organizations, club sports and departments will be in one place to talk to students about what they do. This is a time for students to see what BSU has to offer and see if they want to join a organization. There will also be outside businesses there so students can see some local businesses around BSU and what the town of Bridgewater has to offer.
Part-Time Job Fair
11am-2pm - Dunn Conference Suite, Crimson Hall - Register Here
Come to BSU's inaugural Part-Time Job Fair!!! This event is a great way to find a part-time job at companies that could potentially offer long-term career prospects! BSU students of all class years are encouraged to attend! Don't miss this opportunity to network with employers in a variety of industries!
No need to a bring a resume or dress professionally - come as you are for the day of fund and festivities taking place on campus!
Welcome Sessions
Math Department Welcome Back Party
11:30am-12:30pm - Dana Mohler Faria Center Room 461- Register Here
Childhood Champions: Shaping Tomorrow's Voices
2:30-3:30pm - Burnell Hall Atrium - Register Here
Effective Citizenship and Leadership in a World in Desperate Need of Both
2:30-3:30pm - Library 013B - Register Here
Aviation Networking Opportunities
2:30-4pm - Library 116 - Register Here
COMMunications Students Unite! Department of Communication Bash
2:30-4pm - Moakley 120 - Register Here
Want to Change the World? Teach Tweens and Teens
2:30-4pm - DMF 259 - Register Here
Five Steps to a Successful Semester in Health and Kinesiology
2:30-3:30pm - Library 204 - Register Here
Psychological Self-Care
3-4pm - Library 117 - Register Here
Coffee and Cookies with Economists
3-4pm - Burrill Office Complex Lobby - Register Here
Welcome BBQ
4-6pm - University Park - Register Here
The office of the President is hosting a welcome back BBQ for all students. There will be BBQ food, lawn games and a great place for students to meet other students and have fun.
Big Queer Welcome
7-9pm - Rondileau Student Union Ballroom - Register Here
Big Queer Welcome is our annual LGBTQIA+ and ally celebration to kick off the start of the Fall semester! Join us on Tuesday evening September 3rd in the RSU BALLROOM!
Physics and Photonics Sunset Welcome
7:30-9pm - Obervatory-Dana Mohler-Faria Science and Math Building, 5th Floor - Register Here
All Physics, Photonics and Optical Engineering majors are invited to fellow majors and faculty and view the night sky at the BSU Observatory. Go to 4th Floor of DMF Science Building and follow signs.