Welcome Week Schedule of Events

Check-In*

Come check in for Welcome Week at Second Century Square to get all materials that will ensure your success during the week!

University Welcome*

Students will join us for the kickoff to Welcome Week. University President will welcome the newest members of our NSU family.

Small Group Time: Introductions & The Week*

We will preview the schedule for the week, and you will meet your peer instructor who will serve as your guide throughout the week.

Dinner*

Enjoy dinner at one of our on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant.

Greek Tailgate

All new students are invited to comeout and meet with Greek life! All Greek Life chapters will comeout, setup tents, corn hole and other games, and meet with you to talk about Greek life and why you should go Greek!

Late Night at the FIT

You won’t want to miss this great event with carnival games, prizes, tasty treats and more! There are a ton of fun events and booths planned for everyone.

NAB Ice Cream Truck at The FIT

Bailey's Ice Cream truck will be at Late Night at The Fit, courtesy of NAB. Students can come by and pick out any ice cream they want (one per person) to cool off!

BCM Open House and Pancake Feed

Come hangout, enjoy pancakes, make some new friends, in this come and go all you can eat pancakes at the bcm. Movies and games going on too!

Small Group Time*

Students will be introduced to NSU traditions

NSU Traditions Pep Rally*

During this session, you’ll have the opportunity to see what makes NSU special, Learn our fight song and alma mater, and hear from students about their favorite  campus traditions. 

Freshmen Coin Walk*

Freshmen will receive their coin, a representation of the history, tradition, and values of NSU and be welcomed by the NSU Faculty and Staff. wear green, because a class photo will be taken!

Lunch

Enjoy lunch on campus or at a Tahlequah restaurant. 

Small Group Time: NSU Resources*

Led by their peer instructor, students will have the opportunity to learn about NSU resources to ensure success during the first semester.

Hawklife/How to use Suitable*

Learn about Hawklife and suitable and how they can help you
navigate NSU.

Creating Intentional Moments by Asking Why?*

Guest speaker, Sara Lowrey, will help student leaders focus on their organization values and goals and how to work together and support each other towards reaching their goals.

Staying Safe*

This session will introduce students to resources for campus safety.

Dinner

Enjoy dinner at one of our on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant. 

Rowdy's Resource Room Open House

Rowdy's resource room is our on-campus thirft store and food pantry, free to use by all NSU Students! Need some green t-shirts or some dorm snacks? Swing by during the semester and see what we can offer.

Burger Bash with CCF

Join us for burgers and hot dogs at 110 Crafton St right next to Cobb.
We’ll start serving at 5 p.m. and hang out with us for food, games, and a good community.

Pizza and Disc Golf

Come and play Disc Golf with NSU’s Disc Golf Club Sport Team. NSU’s 18 hole Disc Golf course is a beautiful journey of NSU’s campus. Whether an experienced player or wanting to learn, it will be fun for all!

Speed Friending with Chi Alpha

Meeting new people doesn’t have to be awkward. Make fast connections in a fun, relaxed environment with snacks and drinks. Whether you come with
friends or solo, you’ll leave knowing more faces around campus.

Music Trivia with SSC

Kick off Welcome Week with Music Trivia hosted by the Student Success Center and our First-Gen students! Test your knowledge of hit songs and throwbacks while connecting with other students in a fun, relaxed environment. Come for the music & snacks, stay for the laughs, maybe even win a prize!

Ice Cream Party

Come join the BCM for ice cream and games!

Small Group Time: Money Matters/Navigating the NSU Website*

Students will learn how to access these important resources and navigate the NSU Website.

Bookstore*

Students will learn how to use the bookstore and all of the resources they have to offer.

Money Matters*

Whether it is accessing financial aid, maintaining eligibility, or paying your bill on time, it is important to know how to navigate scholarships, Financial Aid, and Bursar Services. During the second portion, students will learn how to access these important resources.

Study Abroad*

Students will learn about NSU’s Study Abroad Program and all the wonderful opportunities.

Common Read*

NSU is excited to announce the 2025 Common Read! A Common Read is a way for students to share a common topic and grow as critical thinkers and communicators.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch on campus or at a Tahlequah restaurant. 

Oklahoma Money Matters-Budgeting*

Financial success hinges on creating and following a personal budget. A budget, also called a spending plan, allows you to organize your monthly expenses and track where your money goes and work toward your financial goals. Finding a method that works for you is essential. Join us as we explore the basics of setting up a successful budget and the many reasons why saving money is critical to financial security.

NSU Heritage and History*

NSU is proud of our heritage as the Cherokee Female National Seminary. Join the Center for Tribal Studies and a few of our current Native students as we learn about the Cherokee Culture that surrounds us. Storytelling, traditional dance demonstrations, and a little competition to test your knowledge of NSU history!

Dinner

Enjoy dinner at one of our on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant.

NSGA T-Shirt Swap

Come grab a slushie and hang out with Northeastern Student Government Association. The first 200 people will have the option to trade in a high school or other university shirt for a brand new NSU shirt.

3V3 Soccer Tournament with Chi Alpha

Grab a team or show up solo for an evening of fast-paced soccer
and friendly competition on Beta Field. We’ll have prizes for the
winning team, plus a few fun individual awards along the way.

Impressions Dance Company

Take a sneak peek and participate in a small part of who IDC is! Meet
some of our members, learn and dance a fun combo, and most
importantly, make new friends! Whether you're an experienced
dancer or just looking to try something new, this is the perfect
opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and see what makes
IDC such a special community. We can't wait to dance with you - you
won't want to miss it!

NABowling Night

Join NAB for a bowling night in Tahlequah! Get yourself to Thunder
Bowl and NAB will pay for your bowling time & shoes. Bring your
friends and have a great time! (Transportation is not provided and any extras (ie. snacks, drinks, etc.) will be at the expense of students.)

Play First... Study Harder

Come for the community with board games, crafting, offering snack cakes and coffee, and hosting karaoke.

Social Stickball Game

Join us for a friendly game of stickball at Beta Field! Referred to as the "little brother of war" this game was traditionally used among
Southeastern Tribes as a form of conflict resolution. It was also the
inspiration for the creation of the contemporary game of lacrosse. Now, we play stickball at social events just for fun. Come on out and play!

Small Group Time: Understanding Your Learning Style*

Each of us learn in a different manner. Understanding how you best learn and study is an important technique for success during your first year. We will delve into different learning styles and how understanding yours can set you up for success.

Academic Welcome*

The first priority of any student should be academic success during
this session. The provost and vice president of academic affairs will
provide a welcome of the academic community.

Student Support Services*

Students will get an introduction to TRIO and the services they offer.

Managing Yourself Through Emotions*

Emotional intelligence is a life skill that can help you through many aspects of your life including college. NSU’s Vice President of Student Affairs will take you through the process of learning how you manage your emotions.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant. 

Small Group Time: Academics*

Students will meet with their peer instructor to develop a strategy for putting the lessons of today into action and have a chance to discuss strategies for academic success.

Title IX*

It is important to understand Title IX guidelines and how they impact you and others around you.

How Leadership Builds Resilience*

Desserts with the Deans*

Students will meet with the respective deans of each college and enjoy a tasty treat as well.

Dinner

Enjoy dinner at one of our on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant.

Nacho Average Freshman

Career Services invites you to "Nacho Average Freshman". Enjoy a taco/nacho bar while learning about resources and steps to take to help you succeed in your career journey. Join in a game of Jeopardy for a chance to win the Jeopardy Champion Prize for earning the most points. All participants will walk away with a prize at the end of the event. Bring your phones charged and ready so you can participate in this interactive and fun event.

Panhellenic Picnic

Join the Panhellenic Council and our 4 sororities for a night of fellowship, sisterhood, and learning more about what sisterhood is and how you can join the Panhellenic sisterhood on campus! We hope to see you there; GO GREEK!

Kick It at the Fit with IFC

Come hang out with our 6 fraternities! We will have basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and food!

Outdoor Night of Worship with Chi Alpha

Join us in Second Century Square for an outdoor evening of worship
under the Oklahoma sky.

BCM Free Pizza & Open House

Come get free pizza and explore the BCM! This is the perfect way to get a free meal and find out what the BCM is all about!

NAB Name that Tune

NAB is hosting Name That Tune! Join us in Webb Auditorium and test your musical knowledge. Lots of prizes will be given away, so you don't want to miss out!

Getting Involved On Campus and In the Community*

Learn about the many activities on campus and how you can get
involved in community service.

Getting Involved On Campus and In the Community*

Want to get involved? student organizations are an excellent way to meet new people , practice your leadership skills, and gain new
experiences that will help you successfully land a career!

And meet who will be your University Strategies Professor in the fall!

Lunch

Enjoy lunch on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant. 

Small Group Time: Getting Involved*

The peer instructors will explain additional ways for you to get
involved on campus, and you will meet your University Strategies
instructor.

Self-Care*

Hawkreach is a valuable resource for students. During this session, students will learn about how to take care of their mental and physical health.

Bystander Invervention*

In this program, NSU staff will focus on helping students identify risky situations, empower others to assume personal responsibility to take action and to practice indirect and direct ways to safely intervene.

Career Services*

Students will learn about the NSU Office of Career Services and all of
the wonderful resources that it provides to students.

Own Any S.P.A.C.E.: Five Communication Investments Worth Making*

When you arrive at college, you are joining a conversation already in progress. The students, faculty, and professionals around you have expectations — spoken and unspoken — about how you show up, how you write, how you connect, and how you advocate for yourself. The good news? None of it is a secret.

Small Group Time: Wrap Up of the Week*

The peer instructors will cover a variety of topics so that you are
completely prepared for a successful first day of classes, and
students will complete a few tasks to wrap up the week and to become
fully prepared for the first day of class.

Dinner

Enjoy dinner at one of our on campus dining locations or at a Tahlequah restaurant.

Tie Dye with Chi Alpha

Celebrate your first week on campus with a custom tie dye shirt and enjoy a colorful night with friends. We’ll provide the shirts and
supplies—just bring clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy.

Puzzles and Poptarts UC Ballroom Lounge

Join Student Engagement and Student Conduct for puzzles and games! We are a team on this, no puzzle is complete unless everyone is contributing!

Make Your Merch

Join NAB for your first official NSU Merchandise of the 2026-2027 school year! Choose from a t-shirt, tank top, or sweatshirt, and choose your design, and we will MAKE YOUR MERCH!

Slip and Slide Kickball

Join Chi Alpha and get ready for a soaked and hilarious game of slip and slide kickball at Beta Field. Wear clothes you can get wet in and beat the heat with new friends.

Classroom Walk Through

Confused on where your class will meet on the first day? Come to the University Center and have one of the peer instructors help you out.