ETSU is celebrating the start of the new academic year with its annual Welcome Week – a period designed to welcome nearly 2,100 new students and all returning students, including 3,400 living in on-campus housing.

Welcome Week will take place from Sunday, Aug. 25, through Friday, Aug. 30. During this week, students will get settled on campus, participate in activities and events with new friends, learn about campus traditions and resources and get connected to the Buccaneer community.  

Highlights of the week include a Block Party, the Campus Rec & SGA Pool Party, an ROTC 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, student organization-sponsored events and so much more.  Attendees will be eligible to win tablets, headphones and other prizes.

Students dance on the basketball court during a pep rally in Brook's Gym.
Preview and Orientation Leaders do a dance on the basketball court of Brooks Gym during Preview.

Sunday, August 25

Block Party | 6-8 p.m. | Tri-Hall Field  

Free food, giveaways and plenty of fun at one of the biggest kickoff events of the year.

Monday, August 26

Dip Into Leadership & Community | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | University Commons  

Meet with student organizations and enter to win giveaways and get a free Welcome Week T-shirt!

 

Tuesday, August 27

Scoop on Faith, Service & Impact | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Borchuck Plaza  

Grab a scoop of ice cream and learn about campus ministries and campus/community service organizations.  

Campus Rec & SGA Pool Party with Sports and Wellness Showcase | 6-8 p.m. | CPA Pool  

Whether you want to take a dip in the pool or stay dry in the courtyard, there will be plenty to enjoy, including a DJ, free food, free T-shirts, raffle prizes and much more.

 

Wednesday, August 28  

ETSU PRIDE Community Showcase | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Borchuck Plaza  

Students, faculty and staff can get to know local businesses and organizations at this event, enjoying free food, lots of giveaways and more.  

ROTC 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament | 5-7 p.m. | CPA  

Think you've got what it takes? Register your team for this 3 on 3 basketball tournament early so brackets can be built.

 

Thursday, August 29

Arts and Cultural Remix | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Pride Lawn

The Arts and Cultural Remix exists to welcome students to campus with cultural representations by student organizations, activities and entertainment and to invite students to join any organizations.

Friday, August 30

Academic & Honors Campus Roundup | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Pride Lawn

Offices providing student support services, academic departments, as well as academic student organizations and honor societies will set up displays and activities at this fun-filled event.

 

For the latest updates on Welcome Week events and schedules, visit the Welcome Week webpage at etsu.edu/welcomeweek, call Student Activities and Organizations at 423- 439-6633 or email sao@etsu.edu. For disability accommodations, call the ETSU Office of Disability Services at 423-439-8346.

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