Cougar Welcome
August 19, 2024--August 30, 2024
Monday, August 19, 2024
Resource and Volunteer Fair
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Have questions about campus resources? Attend the Resource Fair to find out more about what each SIUE department has to offer.
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
11:00 AM
The Stratton Quad
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board
Trivia Night
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Conjunction Junction, what's its function? Test your knowledge with a night of general trivia in the Conference Room located on the second floor of the Morris University Center.
Bring a team of your own or join a team when you arrive. Snacks will be available and prizes will be awarded to the winner!
Doors open at 6:30 PM, Trivia begins at 7:00 PM
Conference Center, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Resource and Volunteer Fair
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Have questions about campus resources? Attend the Resource Fair to find out more about what each SIUE department has to offer.
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
Puzzles and Pizza!
6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Join CAB for some friendly competition to see if you can complete a puzzle in the allotted time! There will also be board games and video games for you to enjoy. And as the title suggests, pizza!
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board
Wednesday, August 21, 2024--Sunday, August 25, 2024
Panhellenic Council (PHC) Sorority Recruitment
Interested in joining a Panhellenic Sorority? Register online by August 22 at 12:00 noon to participate in Panhellenic sorority recruitment.
Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Merchant Fair
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fun, entertainment, giveaways, and prize drawings! Take a break between classes and stop by to see what area merchants have to offer!
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
Ice Cream Social
12:00 PM
Take a break from classes and enjoy a complimentary mini Dairy Queen® Blizzard® with a few surprise guests! (While supplies last)
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Women's Soccer vs. Chicago State
5:00 PM
Ralph Korte Stadium
Sponsored by: SIUE Athletics
Men's Soccer vs. Michigan State
8:00 PM
Join Campus Activities Board and Athletics to cheer on the SIUE Cougars Soccer team as they take on Michigan State! The first 300 students will receive a clear SIUE belt bag to use at Bronze Boot Game at City Park and beyond!
Ralph Korte Stadium
Sponsored by: SIUE Athletics
Friday, August 23, 2024
Late Night with Campus Recreation
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Get ready to kick off the school year in style at our exciting event, Late Night, happening at the RecPlex on August 23rd from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with fun, food, and fantastic activities that will set the tone for an amazing semester ahead.
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Campus Rec
Sunday, August 25, 2024 - Friday, August 30, 2024
Interfraternity Council (IFC) Fraternity Recruitment
Interested in joining an IFC fraternity? Register online by August 29 at 11:00 PM to participate in IFC fraternity recruitment.
Sponsored by: Interfraternity Council
Monday, August 26, 2024 - Thursday, August 30, 2024
Affinity Welcome Celebrations
The Affinity Welcome Celebrations serve as an introduction to specific resources on campus and give students the opportunity to meet and engage with one another in a purposefully inclusive environment. These celebrations are open to all students. The Welcomes also provide an opportunity for all faculty, staff and students in attendance to mingle and get to know one another outside of the constraints of a classroom environment. Please join us for food, music, and games as we celebrate our students and the start of the fall semester.
Check out the schedule below for individual events.
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
Monday, August 26, 2024
Student Involvement Fair
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Stop by student organization booths to learn about involvement opportunities at SIUE.
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
Hispanic/ Latinx Student Welcome
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here
Rocking Music Bingo
Doors Open at 6:30 PM
Bingo begins at 7:00 PM
Bingo is the magic word. Join Campus Activities Board and Bingo Bee for a night filled with music bingo. Each round will feature a different genre and theme of music to appeal to everyone's musical taste and there will be prizes each round!
Madison Room, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Student Involvement Fair
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Stop by student organization booths to learn about involvement opportunities at SIUE.
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
AAPI/APPIDA Student Welcome
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
LGBTQAI+ Rainbow Student Welcome
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here
Rocky Horror Picture Show
7:00 PM
Join CAB and SETO for one of Cougar Welcome's longest-running traditions: Rocky Horror Picture Show! Dress in vintage clothing and participate in the fun – featuring the cult classic movie and all the props!
Doors open at 6:30 PM, Movie begins at 7:00 PM
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board and Student Experimental Theater Organization
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Plant your Roots at SIUE11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Ccampus Activities Board
Black Student Welcome
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Stratton Quad
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Bluff and Prairie Hall Sand Volleyball Court
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation
Register Here
