Welcome to Demon Days 2019! Welcome to Northwestern State University! Are you all moved in and looking for something to do? Check out the calendar for Demon Days 2019... Make Your Mark!
Demon Days is a series of FUN and FREE events designed to welcome new and returning students to Northwestern State. Demon Days begins with Move-In and continues throughout the fall!
Whether you are new to campus or a rising senior, Demon Days has something for everyone. The schedule is full of activities to help you explore your Northwestern State home, connect with old friends, meet new ones, and celebrate the start of the school year with fellow Demons and the NSU community. Don’t miss the Signature Events, indicated with a Signature Events are either required or important enough that we think you should attend.
Back to School Supply Drive Inspired by the First Year Experience motto, ‘Loyalty. Leadership. Service.” Pitchforks for Pencils gives new students the opportunity to give back to the Natchitoches community. You can help local children start the school year prepared by donating back-to-school supplies. Drop off supplies during Move-In Day or throughout the first week of classes to the Office of First Year Experience and Leadership Development located in the Student Services Center on the first floor.
Supplies Needed • #2 Pencils • Colored Pencils • Composition Notebooks • 3 Ring Binders • Erasers • Washable Markers • Rulers • White Glue • Crayons • Pocket Folders • Construction Paper • Paper Towels/Kleenex
-- 1 -- Saturday, August 17 Destination Demons: Find My Classes 2 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Need a little help finding your classes? The Demon Residence Hall Move-In Day Volunteers are ready to help! Grab your fall schedule 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Prather Coliseum & Campus Residence Halls and meet us at Kyser Brickway to find your buildings and The NSU Move-In Crew and the Natchitoches community classrooms. Many of the academic departments will host will be there to help! Refer to the welcome and information open house during this time as well. packet from Campus Living Villages for specific room Sponsored by the First Year Experience assignments and move-in times. Sponsored by Campus Living Villages and the NSU Community New Student Convocation 5 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Taking Care of Business New Student Convocation serves as the University’s official 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Services Center welcome to entering students and marks the beginning of Have a few last-minute questions and need answers? The your academic journey at Northwestern State. New students following offices will be open in the Student Services Center are expected to attend. and ready to assist: Admissions, Financial Aid, One Card, This event is for first year students only. Registrar’s, Student Accounting and Cashier’s, and University Sponsored by the President’s Office & the First Year Experience Recruiting. University Police will also distribute parking permits from this location, as well as the University Police Class of 2023 Photo Station. The University Post Office will also be open during 5:45 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium this time. Smile for the camera! It’s the official Class of 2023 photo! (Following Convocation) First Year – First Generation Student and Family Welcome Reception 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Academic Success Center, President’s Picnic for the Class of 2023 1st Floor Watson Library 6 p.m. | Normal Hill Many of our NSU faculty, staff and administrators were the Following the New Student Convocation ceremony, first in their families to attend college. The First Year – First new students are invited to join us at Normal Hill for the Generation Welcome Reception will provide new students, President’s Picnic. Enjoy dinner, live music, and festivities faculty, staff, and administrators who identify as a first- with your NSU Connectors. generation college students the opportunity to connect This event is for first year students only. with one another over light refreshments. Join us to learn Sponsored by President Maggio and the First Year Experience more about the services and resources available. Sponsored by Alpha Lambda Delta and Student Support BCM Meet & Greet Services 8:30 p.m. | University Columns & Varnado Hall Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for? How about meeting new friends and great fellowship in a relaxed First Night Fest on the Green environment. Come explore all the BCM has to offer. 7 – 9 p.m. | Iberville Green Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry You’re moved in, now it’s time to chill with your future classmates. Join us for live music on Iberville Green with BluVuDoo and On Point Band. Snacks and food items will Monday, August 19 be provided. Sponsored by KNWD Radio and the First Year Experience First Day of Classes ROTC PT Challenge Sunday, August 18 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday Books and Bites thru Friday for physical training. All guests who complete 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | NSU Bookstore the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. Coffee and doughnuts while you browse for your textbooks. Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Sponsored by the NSU Bookstore Where the Fork is My Class? FOCUS Brunch 7 – 11 a.m. | Kyser Brickway 12 p.m. | Catholic Student Center What? It’s the first day of classes? You’ve got questions Come meet new people and fellowship with the CSO while about campus? We’ve got answers. Stop by the help tent eating an awesome breakfast. and let us help you find your way. Don’t forget to bring your Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization schedule with you. Sponsored by the First Year Experience and Coca Cola -- 2 -- Information Station Information Station 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Information Station is your one-stop shop for success. Pick Information Station is your one-stop shop for success. Pick up your parking permit, take your yearbook photo, and add a up your parking permit, take your yearbook phot, and meal plan. You can do it all – and much more in one location. add a meal plan. You can do it all – and much more in one Sponsored by Student Life location. Sponsored by Student Life
Sophomore Breakfast Club Free Day of Golf 8 a.m. | Orville Hanchey Gallery All Day | Recreation Complex Bye-Bye Freshman Year. Hello, Year 2 at NSU! Welcome back Head out to the NSU Recreation Complex and enjoy a free class of 2022! Start the semester off with your classmates round of golf, and check out the new driving range. and join us for breakfast with perks. Sponsored by NSU Recreation Complex This event is for second year students only. Sponsored by Sodexo Campus Dining, Alpha Lambda Delta, Capture the Flag with CSO and the First Year Experience 7 p.m. | Iberville Green Come out to Iberville Green for a friendly game of capture Popsicles with CSO the flag with the Catholic Student Organization. 11 a.m. | Kyser Brickway Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Stop by the Catholic Student Organization booth at Kyser Brickway. We will have refreshing popsicles and information Greek 1010: Fraternity and Sorority about upcoming events this semester. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Informational 6 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Meet Your Senator Day All Greek informational to learn more about fraternity and sorority recruitment and intake. Stop by and ask your 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway questions. Meet your official representatives to the University Sponsored by Greek Life Administration and learn more about getting involved in YOUR Student Government. Sponsored by NSU Student Government Association Miss Lady of the Bracelet Interest Meeting 7 p.m. | Student Union Room 221 Join Miss Northwestern Lady of the Bracelet and the Student Color Chaos Activities Board to learn more about this 60-year tradition at 6 p.m. | Organization Row NSU and find out how you can compete in the Miss America You made it through the first day of classes! Now it’s time to Scholarship Organization Preliminary. relax and have some fun. Join us on Organization Row for Sponsored by the University Programming Council music, a tailgate dinner, and a huge waterslide. What could make this event any better? Oh, that’s right…350 gallons BCM Meet & Greet of paint! We recommend bringing a pair of inexpensive 9 p.m. | University Place II goggles and leaving your valuables at the residence hall. Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for? How FREE Color Chaos t-shirt for the first 300 students. about meeting new friends and great fellowship in a relaxed Sponsored by Coca-Cola and the First Year Experience environment. Come explore all the BCM has to offer. Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry BCM Meet & Greet 9 p.m. | University Place I UPC Movie Night at Parkway Cinema Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for? How 9 p.m. | Parkway Cinema about meeting new friends and great fellowship in a relaxed First 100 students free for the 9 p.m. feature of your choice. environment. Come explore all the BCM has to offer. Must have current student ID. Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Sponsored by the University Programming Council
Tuesday, August 20 Wednesday, August 21
ROTC PT Challenge ROTC PT Challenge 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday thru Friday for physical training. All guests who complete thru Friday for physical training. All guests who complete the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps -- 3 -- Putt for Parking Moodle & Technology Workshop 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway 11 a.m. | Watson Library, Glass Room 109 Your chance to win a FREE faculty/staff parking permit What does your Student Technology Fee include? It’s not for the year! Already purchased your parking permit? No just Moodle and email. How about free Microsoft Office, free problem. You get the cash if you win! copies, equipment checkout, charging stations and lockers, Sponsored by University Affairs & the First Year Experience student labs and computers, and student online support. Spend an hour learning more about these very important FOCUS Picnic electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty, staff, 12 p.m. | Normal Hill – The Columns and students. You will have hands-on opportunities to try Join the CSO in a picnic style fellowship with great food and what you learn. games. Come meet someone new. Sponsored by Instructional Technology and Student Support Sponsored by Catholic Student Organization Interfraternity Council Open Houses Moodle & Technology Workshop 6 p.m. – until | Various Locations 2 p.m. | Watson Library, Glass Room 109 Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is What does your Student Technology Fee include? It’s not all about. just Moodle and email. How about free Microsoft Office, free Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council copies, equipment checkout, charging stations and lockers, student labs and computers, and student online support. UPC Demon Disco Spend an hour learning more about these very important 6 p.m. | Student Union Room Ballroom electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty, staff, Join us for a highly rated Headphones Demon Disco, a and students. You will have hands-on opportunities to try Silent Dance Party. All you need is your NSU ID, and we will what you learn. provide the headphones. Food and fun will be had by all! Sponsored by Instructional Technology and Student Support Sponsored by the University Programming Council
UPC House Party Back to School BBQ 2 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom 6:30 p.m. | Catholic Student Center We are having a house party and you are invited! Games, Join us at the Catholic Student Center at 120 2nd Street giveaways, and grub. for an evening cookout hosted by FOCUS. Great food, Sponsored by University Programming Council fellowship, and friends. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization
IFC Fish Fry Waffles & Coffee Late Night 6 – 8 p.m. | President’s Home 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry Food, music, tailgate games and the fraternities on campus. Fun times and free food! It’s a great way to wind down after Sponsored by Interfraternity Council Week 1 @ NSU! Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Glow in the Dark Zumba 7 p.m. | Health & Human Performance Gym It’s a Glowing 80’s Zumba with the NSU Pom Line and the Friday, August 23 FYE Staff. Paint, glow sticks, party favors, and prizes for the most outrageous 80’s attire will be provided. Not in to Zumba? Come anyway – it’s fun to watch! Purple Priday Patrol Free Smoothie King smoothies. On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! If you’re wearing purple, Sponsored by NSU Pom Line & the First Year Experience prepare to rewarded while you’re out and about during class. If you’re caught without purple….beware of the BCM First Worship Service consequences. 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry Sponsored by the First Year Experience and NSU Marketplace Come explore all the BCM has to offer. Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry ROTC PT Challenge 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory Thursday, August 22 How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday thru Friday for physical training. All guests who complete ROTC PT Challenge the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday thru Friday for physical training. All guests who complete the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps -- 4 -- Panhellenic Open House [1 of 7] Service Kickoff Event 1 – 3 p.m. | The President’s House 1 – 4 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Meet your recruitment counselors and learn more about 1 of 7. It’s a simple concept. And it’s one that can make sorority life and the recruitment process. a HUGE difference. Pick one day of the seven and do Sponsored by the College Panhellenic Council something for someone else! Transportation, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Buses will depart from the Student Interfraternity Council Open Houses Union at 1:00 p.m. to the various community worksites. 6 p.m. – until | Various Locations Begin your community service career with your classmates. Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is To register for this event visit: all about. firstyearexperience.nsula.edu/1of7-registration-form Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Sponsored by the First Year Experience Monday, August 26 Kayaking with FOCUS 1 p.m. | Meet at Catholic Student Center to Depart to Sibley Lake Battle Bash Take in the beauty of Sibley lake as the Catholic Student 2 p.m. | NSU Recreation Complex Organization kayaks across the water. Come meet someone Join NSU Intramurals and UPC for this epic life-size and live new, and enjoy in the fellowship! action game of Battleship. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Enjoy free Mustache Mike’s Italian Ice. Sponsored by the Wellness, Recreation & Activity Center and the First-Timers at the WRAC University Programming Council 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | WRAC Fitness Floor Too shy or unsure how to properly work out? Go to the Interfraternity Council Open Houses WRAC Cardio/Strength Machine Orientation! Sessions begin 6 p.m. – until | Various Locations at 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 4:30 p.m. Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is Sponsored by the Wellness, Recreation & Activity Center (WRAC) all about. Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Interfraternity Council Open Houses 6 p.m. – until | Various Locations Men’s and Women’s Night Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is 7 p.m. | Catholic Student Center all about. Are you seeking to build authentic relationships on campus? Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Come to the Catholic Student Center for an evening of community with your fellow brothers and sisters. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Saturday, August 24 FreshMesh: Night 1 No Time for a Siesta, We’re Having a Fiesta 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry 6 - 8 p.m. | Collins Pavilion – Tailgate Field Gather with friends at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry for Welcome to the weekend. Enjoy a laid-back time with fellowship. International flare. Live music, Salsa dance lessons, Piñatas, a Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry Nacho Bar, and mocktails. Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and First Year Experience Tuesday, August 27
Interfraternity Council Open Houses Interfraternity Council Bid Extension 6 p.m. – until | Various Locations 8 a.m. | Various Locations Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is Fraternities will begin extending bids to new members. To all about. formally accept, new members must attend IFC Bid Day. Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Life beyond the Classroom Sunday, August 25 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Join us in your University Studies 1000 classes to learn more Color Chaos {Rain Date} about life on campus. Sponsored by Office of Student Activities and Organizations
-- 5 -- Demon Blood Drive The Current Sauce First Issue Release Party 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Kyser Brickway 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby One in three people will need blood at some time in their The Current Sauce, the independent, student-operated life. By being a frequent blood donor, you are fulfilling an newspaper at Northwestern State, covers campus and important community responsibility. If you can give blood, community activities as well as relevant social issues that please do. If you can’t, please encourage and support others concern students. Join us for refreshments and music and who can and help spread the word. pick up your hot off the press paper at the First Issue Release Sponsored by Health Services Party. Sponsored by The Current Sauce and Student Media Study Abroad Information Session 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Purple Palooza A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch 3 – 5 p.m. | Student Union Circle and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Are you trying to find an organization to join? Browse Study Abroad opportunities. through our many registered student organizations to try Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and and find your place. International Student Exchange Program Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and Organizations
Get the Inside Scoop on Sorority Life The Experience 4 - 6 p.m. | Iberville Green 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by the College Panhellenic Council Sponsored by Office of Student Activities and Organizations
TRIO Student Support Services Newcomer’s Get Loud @ the Library Mixer (participants only) 6 p.m. | Watson Library 6 p.m. | Student Union Cane River Room For one night, Watson Library will transform from a popular Chill out and relax over a friendly game or two with Student study spot into three floors of fun and games. Join us for Support Services. A variety of games will be available a Mega Cookie Bar, music, Minute-to-Win-It games, and including Phase 10, Uno, Dominoes, and more. fun. The more you learn about the library…the better your Sponsored by Student Support Services chances at winning gift cards and prizes. How many steps to your academic success? You could win the grand prize CSO Game Night of a Amazon Alexa to help you go the extra mile. Learn 6:30 p.m. | Catholic Student Center more about Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society’s First Year Trivia, Games, and more! Come to the Catholic Student Academic Challenge. Center for an evening of fellowship and fun. Sponsored by Watson Library and Alpha Lambda Delta Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization National Honor Society Speed Friending Taco’bout Jesus 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry 6:30 p.m. | Catholic Student Center Talk your way through a friendly round of speed friending Everyone loves taco bars, right? Of course! Join the CSO at and meet new friends, connect with classmates, and learn the Catholic Student Center for a time of fellowship and more about the Baptist Collegiate Ministry. Refreshments discussion on Jesus Christ over delicious tacos. will be served. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry FreshMesh: Night 2 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry Gather with friends at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry for Midnight Cereal Bar fellowship. 12 a.m. | Residence Halls Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry See you at midnight for a late night treat! Sponsored by Campus Living Villages
Wednesday, August 28 Thursday, August 29
Life Beyond the Classroom SGA T-Shirt Swap 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Join us in your University Studies 1000 classes to learn more Show your Demon Spirit and trade a t-shirt from another about life on campus. university for a new NSU t-shirt. While supplies last. Sponsored by Office of Student Activities and Organizations Sponsored by the Student Government Association
-- 6 -- Interfraternity Council Bid Day Tuesday, September 3 5:30 p.m. | Russell Hall Celebrate your decision to become a part of over 80 years of Greek Life at NSU at IFC Bid Day. The fraternity Study Abroad Information Session community will gather in front of historic Russell Hall as the 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby newest members of the Interfraternity Council chapters are A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch revealed. and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Study Abroad opportunities. Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and Welcome Reception for International Students International Student Exchange Program 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Russell Hall – Natchitoches Room The International Student Resource Center invites students Foam Roll Your Stress Away 4 p.m. | WRAC and faculty to welcome our new and returning International Roll your stress away in a 30 minute group exercise class. students. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the WRAC Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center NPHC All Chapter Informational Praise and Worship with the CSO 6:30 p.m. | Student Union - Ballroom 6:30 p.m. | Holy Cross Church NSU Rowing Informational Meeting NSU Demons at UT Martin 6:30 p.m. | Student Union President’s Room 6:30 p.m. | Martin, Tennessee Do you have what it takes to be a champion? The NSU Rowing Team is open to all students, no previous experience Panhellenic Sorority Convocation required. 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by NSU Rowing Team Convocation is required for women registered for Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment. Come learn about the recruitment process, the Panhellenic community, and meet Wednesday, September 4 Recruitment Counselors who will be your guide throughout the weekend. Part-Time Job Fair Sponsored by the College Panhellenic Council 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Start your semester off right with a part-time job! Meet with representatives from local employers who want to hire you! No August 30 - September 1 registration is required. Open to all majors and all NSU students. Sponsored by Job Location and Development Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment Register at nsula.edu/greeklife. National Pan-Hellenic Council Yard Show Sponsored by College Panhellenic Council 6 p.m. | Iberville Green Learn about the history and community service of the NSU Friday, August 30 NPHC Greek Organizations. Sponsored by the National Pan-Hellenic Council
Purple Priday The Inferno Practice Run On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! 6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium New students will pick up Inferno t-shirts and participate in Monday, September 2 a practice run. Sponsored by the First Year Experience and Student Life Labor Day Holiday Thursday, September 5
September 3 - 8 SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Self-Defense Training National Pan-Hellenic Council Week 3 – 5 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room University Police invites you to join us for a two-hour interactive self-defense training. The training encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. Register at nsusharp.eventbrite.com. Sponsored by University Police and First Year Experience -- 7 -- ROTC Activation Ceremony The Inferno! 3:30 p.m. | Collins Family Pavilion 5:30 p.m. | Behind Caspari Hall Steeped in Army tradition, uncasing the Demon Battalion Nothing is better than gathering with friends before Colors during the Activation Ceremony illustrates the unit’s Northwestern State home football games. First year esprit de corps and establishes the new Battalion and its students are invited to join us for the INFERNO RUN. New leadership. You’re invited! students must arrive at Turpin Stadium – Caspari Gate by Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps 5:30 p.m. The Inferno Run is for new students only. Second Annual Suicide Awareness 5K Walk/Run Sponsored by the First Year Experience and Student Life 4:45 p.m. | Prather Coliseum There is no cost to walk/run and the first 50 to register will First Home Game get a FREE T-shirt. NSU Demons vs Midwestern State Sponsored by Counseling and Career Services 6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium
Speed Friending with Cultural Connections Spirit of Northwestern Young Performers Day 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Student Union President’s Room Sponsored by Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band Connecting students from different cultures in a laid-back atmosphere. Post-Game Fellowship with BCM Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and Post Game | Baptist Collegiate Ministry the Center for Inclusion and Diversity Tuesday, September 10 Friday, September 6 Study Abroad Information Session Purple Priday 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about RSO Workshop Study Abroad opportunities. 1 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and Join the Office of Student Activities and Organizations International Student Exchange Program to learn about new policies for Recognized Student Organizations. Featuring Free Daps rap troupe. New Faces 6 p.m. | Magale Recital Hall Mud Volleyball Tournament First-year students step on the stage for the first time to 1 p.m. | Organization Row show a bit of what they can do. Mud and Volleyball…come have some fun! Sponsored by Department of Theatre and Dance Sponsored by the Office of Intramurals The First Year Involvement Challenge Demons Come Out at Night Pep Rally 6 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom 8 p.m. | NSU Tailgate Field & Collins Family Pavilion Welcome to your first year! Join over 75 NSU student leaders Show your Demon spirit at the first game pep rally. Meet the for this fast-paced simulation of your first year in college. players and coaches, members of NSU Spirit Groups, and the Sponsored by the First Year Experience Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band. Sponsored by the First Year Experience Wednesday, September 11
Saturday, September 7 Patriot Day Tribute 8:46 a.m. | Campus Flagpoles at Caspari Hall, Kyser Hall, First Year Student Tailgate and Noe Armory 3 p.m. | Student Tailgating Grounds Flags will be lowered to half-staff in a silent ceremony Join the FYE staff for tailgating games, music, and food. honoring 9/11 victims, families, and heroes. Sponsored by First Year Experience Chimes will ring at 8:46, 9:03, 9:37, and 10:03 a.m. Sponsored by the Dean of Students
Watson’s Living Library Collection: Everyone Has a Story! 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. | 138 Kyser Hall Hear the stories of those who have served or those who are currently serving our country. Attend one or both. -- 8 -- Sponsored by the NSU Library Game Night with TRIO #RushFC2020 Informational Meeting 6 p.m. | President’s Room 6:30 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Hang out with the Student Support Services students and Get the FYI on working with FYE and the Freshman staff while playing board games, card games, and interactive Connection Team. But first…you have to meet five new group games. Come meet someone new! people! Take this opportunity to reconnect with your Sponsored by Student Support Services and TRIO Freshman Connectors and learn how you can become a 2020 Freshman Connector or Demon Volunteer. Thursday, September 12 Sponsored by the First Year Experience Pack the Pantry BINGO Coffee with Conine 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. | Café DeMon Win your way to a full pantry! Come play BINGO with Join the Student Government Association and the Dean of FYE for a chance to win non-perishable food items and Students for coffee and conversation themed snack baskets created by faculty, staff, and student Sponsored by the Student Government Association organizations. Sponsored by the First Year Experience Friday, September 13 Wednesday, September 18 Purple Priday On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! New to You T-Shirt Market 12 - 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Saturday, September 14 Going to college on a budget? Let the FYE staff help you build your college wardrobe. Come check out the t-shirt market and pick up vintage NSU tee’s in all sizes. Help us NSU vs. LSU “put a fork in campus hunger” by swapping 3 canned goods 6:30 PM | Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, LA to benefit the NSU Food Pantry in exchange for vintage Are you ready for some football? t-shirts. While supplies last. Sponsored by First Year Experience and the President’s Monday, September 16 Leadership Program
SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Let’s Get Frank Self-Defense Training 5:30 p.m. | Student Union Cane River Room 3 – 5 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room This session will focus on intimacy, dating dangers, University Police invites you to join us for a two-hour preventing unwanted pregnancy, STIs, and other important interactive self-defense training. The training encompasses health tips for college students. awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. #RushFC2020 Informational Meeting Register at nsusharp.eventbrite.com. 6:30 p.m. | Student Union Cane River Room Sponsored by University Police and First Year Experience Get the FYI on working with FYE and the Freshman Connection Team. But first…you have to meet five new people! Take this opportunity to reconnect with your Tuesday, September 17 Freshman Connectors and learn how you can become a 2020 Freshman Connector or Demon Volunteer. Constitution Day (SGA) Sponsored by the First Year Experience 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby
Study Abroad Information Session Thursday, September 19 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch #RushFC2020 Informational Meeting and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about 6:30 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Study Abroad opportunities. Get the FYI on working with FYE and the Freshman Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and Connection Team. But first…you have to meet five new International Student Exchange Program people! Take this opportunity to reconnect with your Freshman Connectors and learn how you can become a 2020 Freshman Connector or Demon Volunteer. Sponsored by the First Year Experience
-- 9 -- BCM Walleyball & Desserts Natchitoches Portable Park & Mobile Market 7:30 p.m. | WRAC 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Iberville Green Join the BCM for a fun game of walleyball at the WRAC. Come outside and play! Portable park offers games and Desserts following at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry. activities for fun. Mobile market will be selling fresh and Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry local fruits and vegetables making healthy eating easier than ever. Sponsored by Health Services and City of Natchitoches Friday, September 20 Purple Priday Thursday, September 26 On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! Trivia Night 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | President’s Room Monday, September 23 Come and make new friends and learn about other cultures in a relaxed and friendly environment. Light refreshments. Flavors of the World – Colombian Culture & Sponsored by the Center for Diversity and Inclusion and the Cuisine International Student Resource Center 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Iberville Dining Hall Experience authentic international cuisine and learn about Friday, September 27 the culture that defines the location. Enjoy an educational and cultural meal with a faculty forum and music that reflect the culinary delights of Colombia. Purple Priday Sponsored by SODEXO and the International Student Resource On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! Center Lady of the Bracelet Pageant 3 p.m. | Treen Hall - LSMSA Auditorium Tuesday, September 24 Come and watch one of NSU’s oldest traditions, as NSU women compete for a spot in the Miss Louisiana Pageant. SGA Student Body Elections Sponsored by the University Programming Council Opens at 8 a.m. for 24 hours. Saturday, September 28 Fall Career Day 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom NSU Family Day - NSU vs. Southeastern Fall Career Fair is open to ALL students. This is a great opportunity for students and employers to connect. Louisiana University Students can seek internship and full-time employment 10 a.m. | Football Tailgating Field opportunities. Remember success needs a plan and the A complete Family Day package includes a ticket to the Career Center is here to help! We hope to see you there! Northwestern State vs Southeastern Louisiana University Professional dress encouraged! game, tailgate dinner, and a Family Day t-shirt. Register at firstyearexperience.nsula.edu/family-day. Come Get Your Teal On 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Tuesday, October 1 An Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Event Sponsored by Campus Living Villages SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Self-Defense Training Study Abroad Information Session 3 – 5 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Student Union Lobby University Police invites you to join us for a two-hour A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch interactive self-defense training. The training encompasses and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make Study Abroad opportunities. sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and Register at nsusharp.eventbrite.com. International Student Exchange Program Sponsored by University Police and First Year Experience
Wednesday, September 25 Wednesday, October 2
SGA Student Body Elections Blindfold Yoga Closes at 8 a.m. 4 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room Learn to let go of fears, appreciate your body, and place your ego in the backseat. It’s a 45 minute YOGA class! Sponsored by the WRAC -- 10 -- Thursday, October 3 Saturday, October 19
President for a Day Homecoming Game - NSU vs. UCA 3 p.m. | Caspari Hall 6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium Have you ever wanted to be NSU President for a day? Cheer on the Demons! Now’s your chance! Dr. Maggio has agreed to swap places with a student for one day….all you have to do is win the Presidential Olympics. Sponsored by First Year Experience Saturday, October 19
Friday, October 4 Homecoming Game - NSU vs. UCA 6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium Cheer on the Demons! Purple Priday On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! Tuesday, October 22
October 7-8 SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Self-Defense Training Fall Break 3 – 5 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room University Police invites you to join us for a two-hour Monday, October 14 interactive self-defense training. The training encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. Homecoming Kickoff Party Register at nsusharp.eventbrite.com. 11 a.m. | Iberville Green Sponsored by University Police and First Year Experience
Tuesday, October 15 Thursday, October 24
Homecoming Lip-sync Myths & Legends Tour 6 p.m. | Iberville Green Stage 8 p.m. | The Columns at Normal Hill NSU student organizations battle it out with your favorite Meet us at the NSU Columns on Normal Hill for this late Disney tunes, lip-sync style. night, hair-raising tour of NSU’s campus and meet some Sponsored by the University Programming Council of Northwestern State’s legends. Participants have the opportunity to participate in the Demon Poker Run for a Wednesday, October 16 chance to win great prizes. Glow sticks will be provided. Sponsored by the First Year Experience Homecoming Fun Run 6 p.m. | Organization Row Monday, November 4 Race in your favorite Disney costume. Sponsored by the University Programming Council & Race to Register Intramurals 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Register for Fall Classes and win door prizes and giveaways! Have some fun with games and of course….free food! Friday, October 18 Sponsored by the NSU Wellness Fest Committee
Parade, Pep Rally & Rockin’ on the Riverbank 5 p.m. | Natchitoches Downtown Riverbank Wednesday, November 6 Watch Live5 Band from Dallas, TX while the Homecoming parade rolls through the riverbank. After the parade, join in SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention the pep rally and cheer on the Demons as they prepare to Self-Defense Training face UCA. Stick around for Homecoming awards! 3 – 5 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room Sponsored by the University Programming Council University Police invites you to join us for a two-hour interactive self-defense training. The training encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. Register at nsusharp.eventbrite.com. Sponsored by University Police and First Year Experience -- 11 -- Friday, November 8 Tuesday, November 19
National First Generation Day SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Dodgeball Tournament Self-Defense Training 1 p.m. | WRAC 3 – 5 p.m. | WRAC – Group Exercise Room University Police invites you to join us for a two-hour interactive self-defense training. The training encompasses Saturday, November 9 awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. First Generation Student Tailgate Register at nsusharp.eventbrite.com. 3 p.m. | Student Tailgating Grounds Sponsored by University Police and First Year Experience Tailgating games, music, and food! Hang out with other first-generation students, and get prepped to cheer on the Demons! Sponsored by First Year Experience and Student Support Wednesday, November 20 Services S’mores, S’mores, S’mores, Monday, November 11 and Breaking a World Record 5 – 8 p.m. | Organization Row It’s the final countdown. S’mores. S’mores. And S’MORES. Take a Hike It’s time to make your mark in the Guinness Book of World 8 – 9 a.m. | Grady Erwin Nature Area Records. Help us break the record for the most S’mores 1 to 2 mile hike with a stop midway for yoga and healthy roasted simultaneously. snacks! Sponsored by First Year Experience Sponsored by the WRAC
Wednesday, November 13
Wellness Fest 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | WRAC Browse booths of local practitioners, complete health screenings, listen to speakers, or have fun with a variety of Wellness Initiatives! Sponsored by the WRAC, First Year Experience, Health Services, CONSAH, Counseling Services
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