Welcome Week – 2023
| Monday, August 21 | ||
| Time | What | Where |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | We’ve Got Answers – Got questions? We’ve got you covered! | Under the Clock Tower |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 1st Day of School Pics – Come take a picture in front of the iconic Morrison building! | Under the Clock Tower & Morrison Steps |
| 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Esports Open Play and Watch Parties | Student Union Esports Arena |
| 4:00 – 5:30 PM | Pool Tournament – Think you got game? | Student Union Game Den |
| 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Open Play in the Student Union Gymnasium • Volleyball • Kickball • Pickle Ball • Dodgeball | Student Union Gymnasium |
| 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM | Dodgeball Tournament Team Bracket Sign-Up | Student Union Gymnasium |
| 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Volleyball Tournament Begins – Who will WIN? | Student Union Gymnasium |
| 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | BCM Luau – BBQ, games, music, and prizes | Behind North Hall/Gazebo |
| Tuesday, August 22 | ||
| Time | What | Where |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | We’ve Got Answers – Got questions? We’ve got you covered! | Under the Clock Tower |
| 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Esports Open Play and Watch Parties – Come out and see some varsity team play, or jump in on the fun, grab some friends and link up! | Student Union Esports Arena |
| 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Indoor Lawn Games at the Student Union – Games, giveaways, and more! | Student Union Atrium |
| 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Volleyball Tournament Team Bracket Sign-Up | 4th St & University |
| 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | BLOCK PARTY! – Something for everyone. Come participate, watch, the choice is yours! Repeat after me, “If it’s FREE, it’s for ME!” * MUSIC by DJ R3DB3ARD * MECHANICAL BULL * ROCK WALL * POPCORN * SNOW CONES * VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT BEGINS * 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL BEGINS * FOOD * GIVEAWAYS * PRIZES * AND MORE! | 4th St & University |
| Wednesday, August 23 | ||
| Time | What | Where |
| 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Merchant/Student Organization Fair Get ready for a feast of Food, Prizes, Giveaways, Takeaways, Swag, and so much more! Join the fun with Merchants and Vendors in Durant – you won’t believe the treasures they’ve got! Dive into the unknown at Southeastern and ignite a passion for subjects you’ve never even dreamed of! Explore Student Organizations and seize the day by joining one! And that’s not all, we’ve got exclusive external participants coming too! | The Loop |
| 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Student Wellness at the Student Union | Student Union Loft – 2nd Floor |
| 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Hypnotist/Magician Show – Featuring: AnnaRose Einarsen – Prepare to be mesmerized! The incredible AnnaRose Einarsen is coming to town with her hypnotic magic show! Watch as reality blurs and wonders unfold right before your eyes! Get ready for a night filled with enchantment, illusions, and pure excitement. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime Hypnotist/Magician experience! | Fine Arts Recital Hall (No Food or Drinks Allowed in the Recital Hall) |
| Thursday, August 24 | ||
| Time | What | Where |
| 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM | OBI – Blood Donation Bus – Get ready to be a hero! The Our Blood Institute (OBI) Bus is coming onsite for blood donations, and you can be part of this life-saving mission! Give a little, change a life, and feel the thrill of making a real difference! Join us and donate blood – because your single act of kindness could save someone’s life! Let’s do this, together! They’ve got some incredible giveaways! | The Loop |
| 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Burgers & Dogs by First United Bank, Shaved Ice, prizes and more! – Get your taste buds ready for a flavor explosion! First United Bank is serving up sizzling Burgers & Dogs that you can’t resist! But wait, there’s more! Cool down with refreshing Shaved Ice and get ready to win amazing prizes! It’s a feast of fun, flavors, and fantastic surprises! Join us for a mouth-watering experience you won’t forget! | Tailgate Ally (Outside the gates of the SE Football Field) |
| 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | SE Spirit Rally – Wear everything BLUE! | SE Football Field |
| 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | SE GOLD and BLUE Scrimmage | SE Football Field |
| TRUE BLUE Friday, August 25 | ||
| Time | What | Where |
| 8:30 AM – 11:30 PM | Come learn about TRUE BLUE FRIDAY Come to the student Union Atrium to learn how to Participate and win the TRUE BLUE Spirit Award! Wear your TRUE BLUE with your buddy, better yet all your buddies, send your photos to jballew@se.edu by 10:00 AM. OR Use the hashtag #TrueBlueSpiritFriday to win the True Blue Spirit Award. | Student Union Atrium |
| 8:30 AM – 11:30 PM | Come Learn about Commit to Get Fit Something as simple as counting your steps, could win you a prize, Official SE swag, and more! | Student Union Atrium |
| 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Student Union Café Friday BINGO | Student Union Café |
| 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | SBC Back 2 School Bash 9 SquareTag FootballFood, fun and more! | Student Union Gymnasium |
