Morning
New Student Veteran and Military Connected Orientation and Resource Fair
August 24, 2023 at 8:00am – 12:00pm EDT
National Veterans Resource Center, K.G. Tan Auditorium and Bisignano Grand Hall
Join the Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs for the Fall 2023 Veteran and Military-Connected Student Orientation and Resource Fair. Learn about on and off-campus resources as…
New Family Orientation | Part 2
August 24, 2023 at 8:00am – 11:30am EDT
Goldstein Auditorium
This program is designed to help you support your new student’s transition to Syracuse University. Join us for a panel discussion about Health and Wellness where you will learn more about the…
Thursday Morning Roundtable (TMR): TBD
August 24, 2023 at 8:00am – 5:00pm EDT
Syracuse Stage/Drama Theater Complex and Virtual (See event details)
December 7: TBD This session will feature a speaker TBD. Meeting Time: 8 a.m. ET
Transfer Orientation | Check-In
August 24, 2023 at 8:15am – 9:00am EDT
Huntington Beard Crouse Hall (HBC), Gifford Auditorium
Grab a light breakfast and check-in for Transfer Orientation! Meet and mingle with other new transfer students and Orientation Leaders as we prepare for the welcome session. This event is required…
Snapshots and Swag
August 24, 2023 at 8:30am – 12:00pm EDT
Einhorn Family Walk, In Front of Schine
Snap an Insta-worthy pic at our photo station! You are Forever Orange and your first days on campus are special. Stop by our photo station hosted by the Forever Orange Student Alumni Council and the…
InclusiveU First-Year Student Orientation | Day 1
August 24, 2023 at 9:00am – 5:00pm EDT
Schine Student Center, 304ABC
New students participating in InclusiveU are required to attend Day 1 of the InclusiveU Orientation program. The schedule includes meetings with students, parents, family members and supporters,…
Orange Welcome and Information Center
August 24, 2023 at 9:00am – 12:00pm EDT
Einhorn Family Walk, In Front of Schine
Visit staff from New Student Programs and Parent and Family Services if you have any questions, need directions and more. We are here to help!
Transfer Orientation | Welcome Session
August 24, 2023 at 9:00am – 9:30am EDT
Huntington Beard Crouse Hall (HBC), Gifford Auditorium
Kickoff Transfer Orientation with a welcome from New Student Programs and Orientation Leaders, review the schedule for Transfer Orientation and Syracuse Welcome and more! This event is required for…
Transfer Orientation | Small Groups
August 24, 2023 at 9:30am – 11:00am EDT
Huntington Beard Crouse Hall (HBC), Gifford Auditorium
Led by Orientation Leaders, new transfer students will connect with other transfer students, learn about what life is really like at Syracuse University and other helpful tips! Students will receive…
Whitman School of Management | Open House & Welcome
August 24, 2023 at 10:00am – 12:00pm EDT
Whitman School of Management, Suite 116
We welcome new Whitman students and families to stop by the Whitman School during this time for light refreshments, tours of the Whitman building or to speak with staff members. This event is…
The Barnes Center at The Arch Open House
August 24, 2023 at 10:00am – 12:00pm EDT
Barnes Center at The Arch, Wohl Lobby
Explore the state-of-the-art wellness and recreation complex. Stop by the Be Well SU table to learn about services and resources that support students’ academic, physical and emotional well-being.…
Syracuse University Art Museum Open House
August 24, 2023 at 10:00am – 4:00pm EDT
Shaffer Art Building, Art Museum
Join us for an open house at the SU Art Museum. Explore our freshly installed galleries, co-curated with artist and art historian Josh T Franco, featuring selections from our collection of global…
New Student-Athlete Orientation
August 24, 2023 at 11:00am – 2:00pm EDT
John A. Lally Athletics Complex, Lally Fieldhouse
All first-year and transfer student-athletes will meet athletics department staff, student-athlete leaders and connect with department support staff. A brief new international student-athlete meeting…
Transfer Orientation | Resource Panel
August 24, 2023 at 11:00am – 12:00pm EDT
Huntington Beard Crouse Hall (HBC), Gifford Auditorium
Learn from various offices on campus during this panel. Learn how to be involved, obtain campus employment and more! Offices represented: Student Engagement ‘Cuse Works – Student…
Afternoon
Multicultural Affairs Open House
August 24, 2023 at 12:00pm – 1:30pm EDT
Schine Student Center, 132 (Intercultural Collective)
Join the Multicultural Affairs (OMA) staff to learn more about the office’s programs and services. Refreshments will be served.
Transfer Orientation | Optional Campus Tour
August 24, 2023 at 12:00pm – 1:00pm EDT
Huntington Beard Crouse Hall (HBC), Gifford Auditorium
Bring your class schedule for this optional campus tour! Orientation Leaders can show you hot spots on campus, the buildings where you will meet for your classes and more! Tours will be in your…
Family Lounge | Bird Library
August 24, 2023 at 12:00pm – 4:00pm EDT
Bird Library, Quad-side entrance
Looking for somewhere to hang out on campus while your students are busy? Stop by the tent at Bird Library for bottled water, snacks, Libraries information, and swag while you wait. Tours of the…
Library and Information Science Information Session
August 24, 2023 at 12:00pm – 1:00pm EDT
Virtual (See event details)
Join faculty, staff and current students from Syracuse University’s iSchool to learn more about our MS in Library and Information Science curriculum, internships, research and more.
Syracuse Abroad Open House
August 24, 2023 at 12:00pm – 3:00pm EDT
Schine Student Center, Atrium
Stop by and grab a snack at our Syracuse Abroad Open House at Schine Student Center while learning more about study abroad opportunities for all students at Syracuse University. We will be tabling…
Family Lounge | Carnegie Library
August 24, 2023 at 12:00pm – 4:00pm EDT
Carnegie Library, Landing at top of stairs
Looking for somewhere to hang out on campus while your students are busy? Stop by Carnegie Library for bottled water, snacks, Libraries information, and swag while you wait. Tours of Carnegie Library…
School of Architecture | Family Welcome: Open House
August 24, 2023 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm EDT
Slocum Hall, Atrium
An informal open house for all undergraduate students and their families. This is a great opportunity to say hello, tour Slocum Hall and ask questions. This event is optional for new Architecture…
Army ROTC Cadet Orientation
August 24, 2023 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm EDT
National Veterans Resource Center, Tan Auditorium
Army ROTC welcomes new Army Cadets and their families for a welcome presentation to cover all that your student should expect and what they will be expected of! The brief will offer an opportunity…
Pipe Organ Demonstration
August 24, 2023 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm EDT
Hendricks Chapel, Main Chapel
Discover one of the University’s treasures: the large pipe organ built by Walter Holtkamp in 1952 for Hendricks Chapel. This informal demonstration led by University Organist and professor Anne…
LGBTQ Resource Center Open House
August 24, 2023 at 2:00pm – 3:30pm EDT
Schine Student Center
Welcome to Syracuse University! Stop by the LGBTQ Resource Center at the Intercultural Collective for desserts and information about our office, upcoming events and affinity groups.
Syracuse Welcome Small Groups | Meeting 1
August 24, 2023 at 2:00pm – 4:00pm EDT
Shaw Quadrangle, Various Locations
Syracuse Welcome Small Groups invites new students to join 25 other students to learn about life on campus, helpful resources, create meaningful relationships and more! Meetings include information…
Residence Hall Floor Meetings
August 24, 2023 at 4:00pm – 4:45pm EDT
No location (See event details)
Welcome home! Join your Resident Advisor (RA) and new neighbors for the first floor meeting of the year. During this time you will have time to better acquaint yourself with your new home, and…
Evening
New Student Convocation
August 24, 2023 at 5:30pm – 6:30pm EDT
The Dome
This special academic ceremony marks the opening of the University and the beginning of new students’ careers at Syracuse University. Convocation will include a welcome from the University…
New Student Picnic
August 24, 2023 at 6:30pm – 7:30pm EDT
The Dome
Immediately following New Student Convocation, we invite you to enjoy a picnic dinner on the field of the JMA Wireless Dome. This event is optional for new students, families and supporters.
Orange Celebration
August 24, 2023 at 7:00pm – 8:00pm EDT
Shaw Quadrangle
Celebrate with desserts and a pep rally on the Quad as an official member of the Orange community. This event is optional for students, families and supporters.
Barnes Kickoff
August 24, 2023 at 8:00pm – 11:00pm EDT
Barnes Center at The Arch
The Barnes Center at The Arch is your hub for all things health and wellness. Kick off your semester with late-night access to the Barnes Center and experience disco roller skating, climbing wall,…
Syracuse Welcome Fête
August 24, 2023 at 9:00pm – 11:00pm EDT
Women’s Building, Field
New students are invited to Syracuse Welcome Fête. The Fête, which is Haitian-Creole for “party” or “celebration,” is a come-and-go event that includes meet and greets with members from…
All Day
Biblio Gallery Exhibit: The Word Upon Your Heart
July 28, 2023 – August 28, 2023 EDT
Bird Library, 4th Floor
Syracuse Skating School Registration Deadline
August 7, 2023 – September 15, 2023 EDT
Tennity Ice Skating Pavilion
Continuity, Innovation, and Resistance: The Art of Peter B. Jones
August 24, 2023 – December 15, 2023 EDT
Syracuse University Art Museum
Pickleball Tournament Registration
August 24, 2023 – October 25, 2023 EDT
Virtual (See event details)
Spikeball Tournament Registration
August 24, 2023 – October 11, 2023 EDT
Virtual (See event details)