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Cougar Welcome

August 21, 2023--September 1, 2023

Cougar Welcome 2023

Monday, August 21, 2023

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

Cougar Welcome Kick-Off
11:00 AM

Take a journey across the Cougar-verse and into the new semester! Join us in the Morris University Center for music, promotional items, and to learn more about the upcoming events!

Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Fuller Dome Tour
11:00 AM- 2:00 PM

Come tour the Fuller Dome, built by Buckminster Fuller in 1971. Experience your orientation on the earth, and your connection to the earth and each other. Also includes a tour of the Fuller Dome Art Gallery.

Fuller Dome
Sponsored by: Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

AA the Spiritual Experience
11:00 AM- 2:00 PM

The meeting's focus is a discussion of our spiritual progress and the manner in which we each connect with a Higher Power of our understanding to achieve sobriety. The meeting is open to anyone with a desire to develop their spirituality and serenity in sobriety.

Fuller Dome
Sponsored by: Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

Game Night
6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Relax after the first day of classes with a fun game night! We will have a variety of video game consoles available and board games!
Conference Center, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Cougar Craze: Across the Craft-Verse
11:00 AM
Need a break from classes? Join the Campus Activities Board in creating custom coasters for your dorm, apartment, or home! We will have a variety of craft supplies including SIUE and Spider-man theme items. The limit is your imagination!
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Marvel Trivia Night
6:30 PM
Join CAB for some fun competition where teams battle to see who has the greatest knowledge of Marvel theme trivia! Prizes will be awarded.
Doors open at 6:30 pm, Trivia begins at 7:00 pm.
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Wednesday, August 23, 2023--Sunday, August 27, 2023

Panhellenic Council (PHC) Sorority Recruitment
Interested in joining a Panhellenic Sorority? Register online by August 22 at 12:00 pm, noon to participate in Panhellenic sorority recruitment.
Sponsored by: Panhellenic Council

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

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
11:00 AM
Meet Chancellor Minor while enjoying a complimentary mini Dairy Queen® Blizzard®! (While supplies last)
Goshen Lounge, Morris university Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Sacred Rebel Wednesdays
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM

Come join us in the Fuller Dome as we explore faith, inspiration, & spiritual awakening. We'll choose an oracle reading from Alana Fairchild's 'Sacred Rebel Oracle Book: Guidance for Living a Unique & Authentic Life', and explore guidance and healing wisdom for the deepest part of our souls. The part where unconditional love lives. *It's recommended to bring a journal and pen.

Fuller Dome
Sponsored by: Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Caricatures
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Have you ever wanted to see yourself in comic form? Now is your chance! We will have caricature artists available from 11:00 am-1:00 pm creating fun portraits of students.
Goshen lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Applied Health Welcome Kickoff
4:00 PM

Welcome/kick-off event for Applied Health undergraduate and graduate students in Exercise Science, Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Exercise and Sport Psychology. Students can meet and/or catch up with classmates and faculty while also playing kickball and other yard games!

SIUE Recplex
Sponsored by: Exercise Science Club & Food and Nutrition Club

CDC and Cougar Closet Open
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Visit our office to learn more about our services, see the Cougar Closet, enjoy refreshments and register for prizes.

Career Development Center, SSC 0281
Sponsored by: Career Development Center

Friday, August 25, 2023

Student Welcome Reception in the Fuller Dome
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fuller Dome
Sponsored by: Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

Late Night with Campus Recreation
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
We are SO excited for Late Night with SIUE Campus Recreation!!! Please join us on Friday, August 25th, from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm at the Rec Plex for this fun and free event!
Follow us on Instagram @siuecampusrec for event updates.
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Campus Rec

Women's Soccer vs. Purdue
7:00 PM
Ralph Korte Stadium
Sponsored by: SIUE Athletics

Sunday, August 27, 2023 - Friday, September 1, 2023

Interfraternity Council (IFC) Fraternity Recruitment
Interested in joining an IFC fraternity? Register online by August 31 at 11:00 PM to participate in IFC fraternity recruitment.
Sponsored by: Interfraternity Council

Soul Sunday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The heart of this interfaith spiritual gathering is the sharing of prayers, inspirational readings, and passages from the scriptures of many faiths. Beyond that, there is no set form. You are welcome to simply sit, meditate and enjoy the spiritual atmosphere, or take a more active role by bringing and reading spiritual writings that uplift you. All are welcome.

Fuller Dome
Sponsored by: Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

INDYCAR BOMMARITO 500
12:30 PM

The 7th Annual Bommarito Automotive Group 500 INDYCAR Series race returns to World Wide Technology Raceway on August 26-27, 2023. SIUE and World Wide Technology Raceway are offering student discounted tickets! Visit the Reaceway for live music from Vincent Vango and Flosstradamus before the Indy 500 Race. Check out the link to find out more information and to purchase tickets!

WWT RACEWAY - OVAL TRACK

Men's Soccer vs. Butler
7:00 PM
Ralph Korte Stadium
Sponsored by: SIUE Athletics

Monday, August 28, 2023 - Thursday, August 31, 2023

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 28, 2023

Student Organization Activities Fair
10:00 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

AA the Spiritual Experience
12:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Fuller Dome
Sponsored by: Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

Hispanic/ Latinx Student Welcome
4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here

Marvel Movie Night
6:00 PM
Madison Room, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Student Organization Activities Fair
10:00 AM - 2:00 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/APIDA Student Welcome
4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

LGBTQAI+ Rainbow Student Welcome
4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
RECPLEX
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here

KDP Welcome Back
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

KDP would like to welcome back students from all education majors, by inviting them to join us in the curriculum center from 4 to 7 for a free book for their classroom, a quick snack, and a good time!

Curriculum Center
Sponsored by: KDP

Rocky Horror Picture Show
7:00 PM
Join CAB and SETO for one of Cougar Welcome's longest 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 31, 2023

Black Student Welcome
3:00 PM- 6:00 PM
Stratton Quad
Sponsored by: Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub
RSVP Here

Karaoke
6:00 PM

Come out and sing some karaoke! All participants are welcome.

Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board

Sand Volleyball Tournament
6:00 PM

Intramural Sand Volleyball Tournament is a 4v4 tournament played on the Prairie and Bluff Hall Sand Volleyball Courts. Tournament structure is dependant on the amount of teams regisistered. This is an open tournament, there are no gender requirements for teams.

Bluff and Prarie Hall Sand Volleyball Court
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation
Register Here

Women's Soccer vs. SIU Carbondale
7:00 PM
Ralph Korte Stadium
Sponsored by: SIUE Athletics

Saturday, September 2, 2023

The Bronze Boot at City Park, SIUE vs. St. Louis University
5:00 PM
The Bronze Boot rivalry game between SIUE and SLU is being held at CITYPARK . The rivalry game returned in 2018 after a 20 year hiatus but now it has the chance to rise to its former glory days when tens of thousands of people pack the stadium to watch the match. Join us as we cheer on the Cougars!
Women’s Match: 5:00 pm
Men’s Match: 7:30 pm
City Park
Sponsored by: SIUE Athletics
Find more Information and Purchase Tickets Here