The purpose of SFA's Weeks of Welcome is to welcome new students to campus and introduce them to campus life. For returning students, WoW is a way to become involved and interact with students and campus organizations.

Fall 2024 Weeks of Welcome is scheduled for Aug. 23 to Sep. 7, detailed schedule coming soon!

Be sure to follow SFA Weeks of Welcome on Instagram for more information and updates!

Fall Weeks of Welcome Events 2024

Friday, Aug. 23

Karaoke with Baptist Student Ministry
7 to 10 p.m. at the Baptist Student Ministry, 225 East College St.
Join the Baptist Student Ministry for burgers and karaoke!
Hosted by the Baptist Student Ministry.

Saturday, Aug. 24

SFA Volleyball vs. UT Tyler
Noon at Shelton Gym
Cheer on the Ladyjacks in the student section at the home opener as they take on the Eagles.
Hosted by SFA Athletics.

All Faith BBQ
Noon to 1 p.m. at Surfin' Steve
Meet religious organizations and church groups from around Nacogdoches with free BBQ.
Hosted by the Baptist Student Ministry.

Glowchella
8:30 to 11:30 p.m. at the Student Recreation Center
Kick-off Weeks of Welcome with line dancing, glow lights and free food! Come make new friends while participating in the ultimate icebreaker experience, Playfair. The first 200 students will receive an exclusive event T-shirt!
Hosted by Student Engagement, Campus Recreation and Orientation and Transition Programs.

Sunday, Aug. 25

Breakfast and Church
8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Baptist Student Ministry, 225 East College St.
Join the Baptist Student Ministry for breakfast and church!
Hosted by the Baptist Student Ministry.

Welcome Walks
2 to 4 p.m. at Surfin' Steve
Let the Jack Walkers show you where your classes are before the first day of class!
Hosted by the Jack Walkers.

Monday, Aug. 26

Doughnuts and Directions
7:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Steen Library
Let our friendly Academic Assistance and Resource Center tutors help you find where you are going!
Hosted by the AARC.

Ask Me, Jacks
8 a.m. to noon near Surfin' Steve
Need help finding your way around campus? Stop by the "Ask Me" tent to receive help from a friendly faculty or staff member.

First Day of Class Pictures
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Spirit Lounge
Stop by to get your first day of class photo and learn more about opportunities to connect on campus.
Hosted by Student Engagement and the Center for Career and Professional Development.

Tuesday, Aug. 27

Ask Me, Jacks
8 a.m. to noon near Surfin' Steve
Need help finding your way around campus? Stop by the "Ask Me" tent to receive help from a friendly faculty or staff member.

First Day of Class Pictures
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Spirit Lounge
Stop by to get your first day of class photo and learn more about opportunities to connect on campus.
Hosted by Student Engagement and the Center for Career and Professional Development.

Interfraternity Council Meet and Greet 
4 to 6 p.m. by Surfin’ Steve
Interested in joining a fraternity? Meet the brothers of the IFC to learn more!
Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Wednesday, Aug. 28

Fraternity and Sorority Life 101 Presentation
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., location to be determined
Want to join a fraternity or sorority? Learn more about Greek Life at SFA at this event!
Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Pop by the Center for Career and Professional Development    
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Plaza
Stop by the CCPD pop-up for a cool treat!
Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.

Meet the SFA Makerspace
1 to 4 p.m. at the SFA Makerspace, first floor of the Steen Library
Come paint a small flowerpot to decorate your dorm room!
Hosted by the SFA Makerspace.

Midday Manna Lunch
Noon to 1 p.m. at the Baptist Student Ministry, 225 East College St.
Join us for free lunch!
Hosted by the Baptist Student Ministry.

Student Government Association Interest Meeting
5 to 5:30 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, third floor commons
Are you interested in getting involved with SGA? Come learn more from the Student Government Association!
Hosted by the Student Government Association.

Jack Walker Interest Meeting
5:30 p.m. at the McGee Business Building, Room 133
Come learn about one of the coolest jobs on campus with the Jack Walkers!
Hosted by the Jack Walkers.

Panhellenic Continuous Open Bidding Event
6 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Twilight Ballroom
Interested in joining a Panhellenic sorority? Come out to continuous open bidding!
Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Thursday, Aug. 29

Hub Dogs
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Health and Wellness Hub
Come grab a free hotdog and learn about the resources available to you through the Health and Wellness Hub. The first 50 students will receive a free T-shirt!
Hosted by the Health and Wellness Hub.

Holler @ Homer
6 p.m. at Homer Bryce Stadium
Want your very own axe handle? Come out to Holler @ Homer to have fun before the first home football game!
Hosted by AXEperience.

SFA Football vs. North American University
7 p.m. at Homer Bryce Stadium
Cheer on the Lumberjacks from the student section at the first home game of the season!
Hosted by SFA Athletics.

Friday, Aug. 30

National Pan-Hellenic Council presents School Daze
6 p.m. at the Ag Pond
Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority? Come out to the National Pan-Hellenic Council’s School Daze event to learn more!
Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Saturday, Aug. 31

Pitch Perfect Bingo
7 to 9 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Theater
Join the Office of Student Engagement and Weeks of Welcome teams for a pitch-perfect night of bingo, prizes and fun!
Hosted by Student Engagement and Orientation and Transition Programs.

Sunday, Sept. 1

No Weeks of Welcome events scheduled at this time.

Monday, Sept. 2

Student Activities Association Interest Meeting
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Twilight Ballroom
Interested in event planning? SAA is just for you! Come get to know members and more about the organization.
Hosted by the Student Activities Association.

Explore International Programs
2 to 4 p.m. at Steen Library, Room 103
Study abroad, global presentations, new friends and fun events - learn what the Office of International Programs has to offer you! We'll have quizzes, games, prizes and snacks.
Hosted by the Office of International Programs.

AXcel Meet and Greet
6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Regents Suite B
Come meet and get to know the AXcel Peer Mentors!
Hosted by Student Development and Access Services.

Axe Handle Decorating
6 to 8 p.m. at the SFA ring statue, in front of the Austin Building
Still need to decorate your axe handle? Join AXEperience for axe handle decorating (while supplies last).
Hosted by AXEperience.

Tuesday, Sept. 3

Blood Drive
More details coming soon!

What’s Poppin’ in the Student Success Center!
2 to 4 p.m. at the Student Success Center, Steen Library, Room 104
Pop by the Student Success Center for our collaboration with SuSu’s Popcorn! Learn all about our support programs and services, while discovering the taste of Lumberjack success!
Hosted by the Student Success Center.

Next Steps for Seniors
4 to 6 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, third-floor commons
December and May graduates will learn tips on how to make the most of their senior year as they prepare to look for jobs or graduate school opportunities. 
Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.

Rec Palooza
4 to 6 p.m. at the Student Recreation Center
Hosted by Campus Recreation.

SFA Volleyball vs. High Point University
6 to 8 p.m. at Shelton Gym
Come cheer on the Ladyjacks as they take on the Panthers!
Hosted by SFA Athletics.

Multicultural Greek Council Showcase
6:30 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center Theater
Come learn about the Multicultural Greek Council! 
Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Wednesday, Sept. 4

Part-Time Job and Volunteer Fair
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Grand Ballroom
Any student looking for a part-time job or volunteer opportunity can meet with representatives from campus and Nacogdoches businesses. 
Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.

Watermelon Bash
4 p.m. at Surfin' Steve
Celebrate SFA’s oldest tradition with the Watermelon Bash!
Hosted by the Student Government Association.

Pizza and Board Games
4 to 7 p.m. at the Veterans Resource Center
Come have some fun with free pizza and board games!
Hosted by Veterans Resource Center.

DeWitt School of Nursing Welcome Back Bash
6 to 8 p.m. at the DeWitt School of Nursing Complex, 5707 North St.
Join the entire DeWitt School of Nursing community at our state-of-the-art building to celebrate the new school year! Meet with our student organizations; tour our simulation labs; chat with current nursing students and faculty; and enjoy snacks, games and awesome prizes!
Hosted by the DeWitt School of Nursing.

AXcel Silent Disco 
6 to 8 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Twilight Ballroom
Join the peer mentors for a groovy time!
Hosted by Student Development and Access Services.

Thursday, Sept. 5

Involvement Center Grand Opening
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Room 3.102
Want to get involved? This is your one-stop shop for all things campus involvement. Learn about all the events and opportunities available to Lumberjacks! 
Hosted by Student Engagement.

Transfer Student Event
4 to 6 p.m. at the Student Recreation Center, Meeting Room
Are you a transfer student wanting to make connections and meet other transfer students? Then this event is for you!
Hosted by Student Engagement and Jack Walkers.

Involvement Fair and Axe Handle Decorating
4 to 6 p.m. at the Student Recreation Center
Want to get involved on campus? Come visit with our more than 250 student organizations and decorate your very own axe handle!
Hosted by Student Engagement.

Friday, Sept. 6

Kayak Trip
5:30 p.m. to noon Sunday, Sept. 9, leaving from the Wesley Foundation, 129 East College St.
Join the Wesley Foundation for our annual kayak trip. Find out more details and cost information.
Hosted by the Wesley Foundation.

Student Activities Association Paint U Block Party
6 to 10 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center
You don’t want to miss this event! Join SAA for the Block Party!
Hosted by Student Engagement.

Saturday, Sept. 7

Spark Leadership Workshop
2 to 6 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Lumberyard
Ignite your leadership potential with Spark, an interactive workshop that helps Lumberjacks discover more about themselves, connect meaningfully with others, and become the leaders they aspire to be! Join us to ignite change from within and inspire those around you. 
Hosted by Student Engagement.

SFA Football vs. University of North Texas Watch Party
6:30 p.m. at the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Lumberyard
Join Purple Haze to watch the Lumberjacks as they play the Mean Green in Denton.
Hosted by Purple Haze.