Welcome to Demon Days 2018! Welcome to Northwestern State University! Are you all moved in and looking for something to do? Check out the calendar for Demon Days 2018: So...This Happened!

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 month of September – so basically, it’s THROUGH DAY 42 @ NSU!

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 #demondays should attend.

Back to School Supply Drive

Alpha Lambda Delta First Year Honor Society invites you to give back to the Natchitoches community. Pitchforks for Pencils provides back-to-school supplies for local children and helps them start the school year prepared. Drop off supplies during Move-In Day and throughout the first week of classes at the First Year Experience Office.

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

Demon Days Schedule -- 1 -- Saturday, August 18 Sunday, August 19

Residence Hall Move-In Day Books and Bites 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | NSU Campus Store Prather Coliseum & Campus Residence Halls Join us for a light breakfast and assistance finding your The NSU Move-In Crew and the Natchitoches community textbooks and course supplies. Be sure to turn in your will be there to help! Refer to the welcome and information scavenger hunt form…the deadline is noon! packet from Campus Living Villages for specific room First year students only. assignments and move-in times. Sponsored by NSU Campus Store Sponsored by Campus Living Villages and the NSU Community Destination Demons: Find My Classes 2 p.m. | Kyser Brickway NSU Campus Store Scavenger Hunt Need a little help finding your classes? The Demon Volunteers 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Friedman Student Union are ready to help! Grab your fall schedule and meet us at Be ready for the big day Monday. Come get your books and Kyser Brickway to find your buildings and classrooms. Many course supplies and pick up your scavenger hunt form (a fun of the academic departments will host open houses during way to get to know the NSU campus even better!). Prizes will this time as well. be presented Sunday. Sponsored by the First Year Experience

Taking Care of Business New Student Convocation 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Services Center 5 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Have a few last-minute questions and need answers? The New Student Convocation serves as the University’s official following offices will be open in the Student Services Center welcome to entering students and marks the beginning and ready to assist: Admissions, Financial Aid, One Card, of their academic journey at Northwestern State. New Registrar’s, Student Accounting and Cashier’s, and University students are expected to attend. Recruiting. University Police will also distribute parking This event is for first year students only. permits from this location, as well as the University Police Sponsored by the President’s Office and Station. The University Post Office will also be open during the First Year Experience this time. Class of 2022 Photo First Year – First Generation Student 5:45 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Welcome Reception Smile for the camera! It’s the official Class of 2022 photo. 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Academic Success Center, 1st Floor Watson Library President’s Picnic for the Class of 2022 Many of our NSU faculty, staff and administrators were the first in their families to attend college. The First Year – First 6 p.m. | Normal Hill Generation Welcome Reception will provide new students, Following the New Student Convocation ceremony, faculty, staff, and administrators who identify as a first- new students are invited to join us at Normal Hill for the generation college students the opportunity to connect President’s Picnic. Enjoy dinner and festivities with your NSU with one another over light refreshments. Join us to learn Connectors and fellow students. more about the services and resources available. This event is for first-year students only. Sponsored by President Maggio and Women’s Volleyball vs Louisiana Tech the First Year Experience 5 p.m. | Prather Coliseum BCM Meet & Greet 8:30 p.m. | University Columns & Varnado Hall Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for? How First Night Fest on the Green about meeting new friends and great fellowship in a relaxed 7 – 9:30 p.m. | Iberville Green environment. Come explore all the BCM has to offer. You’re moved in, now it’s time to chill with your future Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry classmates. Join us for live music on Iberville Green with singer/songwriter, A.J. Haynes, On Point Band, Grace, and Senju the Satellite. Snacks and food items Monday, August 20 will be provided. Sponsored by KNWD Radio and the First Year Experience First Day of Classes -- 2 -- ROTC PT Challenge the residence hall. FREE Color Chaos t-shirt and sunglasses 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory for the first 300 students. How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday Sponsored by Coca-Cola and the First Year Experience through Friday for physical training. All guests who complete the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize BCM Meet & Greet pack. 9 p.m. | University Place I Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for? How about meeting new friends and great fellowship in a relaxed Where the Fork is My Class? environment. Come explore all the BCM has to offer. 7 – 11 a.m. | Kyser Brickway Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry What? It’s the first day of classes? You’ve got questions about campus. We’ve got answers. Stop by the help tent Tuesday, August 21 and let us help you find your way. Sponsored by Coca-Cola and the First Year Experience ROTC PT Challenge 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory Information Station How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom through Friday for physical training. All guests who complete Information Station is your one-stop shop for success. Pick the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. up your parking permit, take your yearbook photo, and Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps add a meal plan. You can do it all – and much more in one location. Where the Fork is My Class? Sponsored by Student Life 7 – 11 a.m. | Kyser Brickway What? It’s the first day of classes? You’ve got questions about campus. We’ve got answers. Stop by the help tent Sophomore Breakfast Club and let us help you find your way. 8 a.m. | Orville Hanchey Gallery Sponsored by Coca-Cola and the First Year Experience Bye-Bye, Freshman Year. Hello, Year 2 at NSU! Welcome back class of 2021! Start the semester off with your classmates and join us for breakfast with perks. Information Station This event is for second year students only. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by Sodexo Campus Dining, Alpha Lambda Information Station is your one-stop shop for success. Pick Delta Honor Society, and the First Year Experience up your parking permit, take your yearbook photo, and add a meal plan. You can do it all – and much more in one Pictures with the Pope location. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Sponsored by Student Life Stop by the Catholic Student Organization booth at Kyser Brickway and take a picture with the Pope. We will have Free Day of Golf refreshing popsicles and information about upcoming All Day | Recreation Complex events this semester. Head out to the NSU Recreation Complex and enjoy a free Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization round of golf. Sponsored by NSU Recreation Complex Meet Your SGA Senator Day 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Kiddie Pool Kickball Meet your student representatives and learn more about 6 p.m. | Iberville Green getting involved in YOUR Student Government. Come out to Iberville Green for a friendly game of kickball Sponsored by NSU Student Government Association with a twist and the Catholic Student Organization. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Color Chaos Greek 1010: Fraternity and Sorority 6 p.m. | Organization Row You made it through the first day of classes! Now it’s time to Informational relax and have some fun. Join us on Organization Row for 6 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom music, a tailgate dinner, and the largest water slide in North All Greek informational to learn more about fraternity and Louisiana. What could make this event any better? Oh, sorority recruitment and intake. Stop by and ask your that’s right…300 gallons of paint! We recommend bringing questions! a pair of inexpensive goggles and leaving your valuables at Sponsored by Greek Life

-- 3 -- BCM Meet & Greet 9 p.m. | University Place II Fraternity Fish Fry Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for? How 6 – 8 p.m. | Student Union Plaza about meeting new friends and great fellowship in a relaxed Relax with the IFC Fraternities on campus with food, environment? Come explore all the BCM has to offer. music and tailgating games. Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Sponsored by Interfraternity Council

SAB Movie Night at Parkway Cinema Glow in the Dark Zumba 9 p.m. | Parkway Cinema 7 p.m. | Health & Human Performance Gym First 100 students get in free for the 9 p.m. feature of their It’s a Glowing 80’s Zumba with the NSU Pom Line and the choice. Must have current student ID. FYE staff. Paint, glow sticks, party favors, and prizes for Sponsored by the Student Activities Board the most outrageous 80’s attire will be provided. Not in to Zumba? Come anyway – it’s fun to watch! Free Smoothie King smoothies. Wednesday, August 22 Sponsored by NSU Pom Line & the First Year Experience

ROTC PT Challenge BCM First Worship Service 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday Come explore all the BCM has to offer. through Friday for physical training. All guests who Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry complete the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Thursday, August 23

Putt for Parking ROTC PT Challenge 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory Your chance to win a FREE faculty/staff parking permit How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday for the year! Already purchased your parking permit? No through Friday for physical training. All guests who problem. You get the cash if you win! complete the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize Sponsored by University Affairs and the First Year Experience pack. Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Moodle & Technology Workshop Moodle & Technology Workshop 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Watson Library - Glass Room 109 Watson Library - Glass Room 109 What does your Student Technology Fee include? It’s not What does your Student Technology Fee include? It’s not just Moodle and email. How about free Microsoft Office, free just Moodle and email. How about free Microsoft Office, free copies, equipment checkout, charging stations and lockers, copies, equipment checkout, charging stations and lockers, student labs and computers, and student online support. student labs and computers, and student online support. Spend an hour learning more about these very important Spend an hour learning more about these very important electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty, staff, electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty, staff, and students. You will have a hands-on opportunity to try and students. You will have a hands-on opportunity to try what you learn. what you learn. Sponsored by Instructional Technology and Student Sponsored by Instructional Technology and Student Support Support SAB House Party 2 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Get Loud @ the Library We are having a house party and you are invited! Games, 6 p.m. | Watson Library giveaways, and grub! Your programming board wants to For one night, Watson Library will transform from a popular meet you and tell you more about your Student Activities study spot into three floors of fun and games. Join us for Board. a Mega Cookie Bar, music, Minute-to-Win-It games, and Sponsored by Student Activities Board fun. The more you learn about the library…the better your chances at winning gift cards and prizes. You could win the grand prize, an Amazon Alexa. Sponsored by Watson Library Staff & Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society -- 4 -- BBQ Cookout something for someone else! Transportation, snacks, and 6 p.m. | Catholic Student Center drinks will be provided. Buses will depart from the Student Union at 1:00 p.m. to the various community worksites. Join us at the Catholic Student Center at 120 2nd Street Begin your community service career with your classmates. for an evening cookout hosted by FOCUS. Great food, To register for this event visit: nsula.edu/1of7 fellowship, and friends. Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization Sponsored by the First Year Experience

Miss Lady of the Bracelet Interfraternity Council Open Houses Various Times and Locations Interest Meeting Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is 6 p.m. | Student Union Room 221 all about. Join Miss Northwestern Lady of the Bracelet and the Student Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Activities Board to learn more about this 60-year tradition at NSU and find out how you can compete in the Miss America Scholarship Organization Preliminary. Demon Disco Sponsored by the Student Activities Board 5 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Join the Student Activities Board for the highly rated Headphone Demon Disco, a Silent Dance Party featuring a Bowties & Blazers Fraternity Glowcade!! From glow in the dark ping pong, to glow in the Recruitment Informational dark Jenga, we have it all. All you need to bring is your NSU 6:30 p.m. | The President’s House ID! We will provide the headphones and the fun. Hang out with the gentlemen of the Interfraternity Council Sponsored by Student Activities Board at the NSU President’s home. Preferred attire is business casual, but it is not required. This event is for men only. Saturday, August 25 Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council First-Timers at the WRAC Waffles and Coffee Late Night 9 – 11 a.m. | WRAC Fitness Floor Too shy or unsure how to properly work out or use the 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry equipment? Go to the WRAC Cardio/Strength Machine Fun times and free food! It’s a great way to wind down Orientation! Sessions begin at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., after Week 1 @ NSU! 10:30 a.m., and 11 a.m. You could win a Fitbit! Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Sponsored by the Wellness, Recreation & Activity Center (WRAC) and Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society August 23 - 27 No Time for a Siesta, Interfraternity Council Open Houses We’re Having a Fiesta! 6 – 8 p.m. | Collins Pavilion-Tailgate Field Friday, August 24 Welcome to the weekend. Enjoy a laid-back time with International flare. Live music, Salsa dance lessons, a Nacho Bar, and mocktails. Purple Priday Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! and the First Year Experience ROTC PT Challenge Interfraternity Council Open Houses 6 a.m. | Gov. James A. Noe Armory Various Times and Locations How many pushups can you do? ROTC meets each Monday Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is through Friday for physical training. All guests who complete all about. the first week of PT will receive an ROTC prize pack. Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

Sunday, August 26 [1 of 7] Service Kickoff Event 1 – 4 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Color Chaos {Rain Date} 1 of 7. It’s a simple concept. And it’s one that can make a HUGE difference. Pick one day of the seven and do

-- 5 -- Panhellenic Open House Be The Match 3 – 5 p.m. | The President’s House 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Meet your Recruitment Counselors and learn more about Join the national registry of Be The Match. All it takes is a sorority life and the recruitment process. quick cheek swab. Learn how to Be The Match is saving lives Sponsored by the College Panhellenic Council with bone marrow donation. Sponsored by Health Services Interfraternity Council Open Houses Various Times and Locations Study Abroad Information Session Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby all about. A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Study Abroad opportunities. Monday, August 27 Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and International Student Exchange Program Demon Blood Drive Interfraternity Council Bid Extension 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Kyser Brickway One in three people will need blood at some time in their Begins at 8 a.m. life. By being a frequent blood donor, you are fulfilling an Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council important community responsibility. If you can give blood, please do. If you can’t, please encourage and support others Women’s Volleyball vs Jackson State who can and help spread the word. 1 p.m. | Prather Coliseum Sponsored by Health Services Get the Inside Scoop on Sorority Life Battle Bash Luau Party 4 - 6 p.m. | Iberville Green 4 p.m. | NSU Recreation Complex Still not sure about Sorority Recruitment? Join us to chat Join NSU Intramurals and SAB for this epic life-size and with sorority women about their experiences. live action game of Battleship. Come enjoy Stamp a Ring, Sponsored by the College Panhellenic Council Mustache Mikes, and food! Sponsored by the Wellness, Recreation & Activity Center Taco ’bout Jesus and the Student Activities Board 6 p.m. | Catholic Student Center Everyone loves taco bars, right? Of course! Join the CSO at Interfraternity Council Open Houses the Catholic Student Center for a time of fellowship and Various Times and Locations discussion on Jesus Christ over delicious tacos. Meet the NSU fraternity men and find out what Greek Life is Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization all about. Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council The Experience with Take Back College 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Trivia and Game Night Ryan Penneau will present a HIGH Energy and HIGH Interaction leadership experience you will never forget. 7 p.m. | Catholic Student Center It is designed for all students with any level of leadership Gather with friends at the Catholic Student Center for games experience. and trivia. Sponsored by Student Activities & Organizations Sponsored by Catholic Student Organization

Tuesday, August 28 Wednesday, August 29 Life Beyond the Classroom Life Beyond the Classroom 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Join us in your University Studies 1000 classes to learn more Join us in your University Studies 1000 classes to learn more about life on campus. about life on campus. Sponsored by Office of Student Activities and Sponsored by Office of Student Activities and Organizations Organizations

-- 6 -- The Current Sauce First Issue years of Greek Life at NSU at IFC Bid Day. The fraternity community will gather in front of historic Russell Hall as the Release Party newest members of the Interfraternity Council chapters are 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby revealed. The Current Sauce, the independent, student-operated Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council newspaper at Northwestern State, covers campus and community activities as well as relevant social issues that concern students. Join us for refreshments and music and Panhellenic Sorority Convocation pick up your hot off the press paper at the First Issue Release 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Party. Convocation is required for women registered for Sponsored by The Current Sauce and Student Media Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment. Come learn about the recruitment process, the Panhellenic community, and meet Recruitment Counselors who will be your guide throughout Men’s and Women’s Night the weekend. 7 p.m. | Catholic Student Center Sponsored by the College Panhellenic Council Are you seeking to build authentic relationships on campus? Come to the Catholic Student Center for an evening of community with your fellow brothers and sisters. NSU Demons Road Trip & Tailgate Party Sponsored by the Catholic Student Organization 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Natchitoches, LA to College Station, TX Speed Friending Take your first college road trip and cheer for the NSU Demons. Games, entertainment, food, and more! 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry Sponsored by NSU Alumni Association Talk your way through a friendly round of speed friending and meet new friends, connect with classmates, and learn more about the Baptist Collegiate Ministry. Refreshments NSU Demons at Texas A&M University will be served. 7:30 p.m. | College Station, TX Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry August 31 - September 2 Purple Palooza Organization Browse 5 p.m. | Iberville Green The Office of Student Activities and Organizations is hosting Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment the fall Purple Palooza!!! Purple Palooza is an event where Register at nsula.edu/greeklife all students can meet campus organization leaders, learn Sponsored by College Panhellenic Council valuable information regarding the services and benefits each group offers, and most importantly, HAVE SOME FUN! Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and Friday, August 31 Organizations Purple Priday Midnight Cereal Bar On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! 12 a.m. | Residence Halls See you at midnight for a late night treat! Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment Sponsored by Campus Living Villages Saturday, September 1 Thursday, August 30 Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment SGA T-Shirt Swap 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Sunday, September 2 Show your Demon Spirit and trade a old t-shirt for a new NSU t-shirt. While supplies last. Sponsored by the Student Government Association Panhellenic Sorority Bid Day

Interfraternity Council Bid Day Women’s Soccer vs ULM 1 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex 5:30 p.m. | Russell Hall Celebrate your decision to become a part of almost 100

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Labor Day Holiday Part-Time Job Fair 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Start your semester off right with a part-time job! Meet with Tuesday, September 4 representatives from local employers who want to hire you! No registration is required. Open to all majors and all NSU Study Abroad Information Session students. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Sponsored by Job Location and Development A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Welcome Reception for Study Abroad opportunities. Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center International Students and International Student Exchange Program 5:30 p.m. | President’s House The International Student Resource Center invites students and faculty to welcome our new and returning International Let’s Get Frank students. Light refreshments will be served. 6 p.m. | Student Union Cane River Room Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center This session will focus on intimacy, dating dangers, preventing unwanted pregnancy, STIs, and other important health tips for college students. National Pan-Hellenic Council Mixer Sponsored by Health Services 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Meet the NSU NPHC chapters as they showcase the historic steps and strolls of their organizations. NSU Rowing Informational Meeting Sponsored by the National Pan-Hellenic Council 6:30 p.m. | Student Union President’s Room Do you have what it takes to be a champion? The NSU Rowing Team is open to all students, no previous experience required. The Inferno Practice Run Sponsored by NSU Rowing Team 6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium New students will pick up Inferno t-shirts and participate in NPHC All Chapter Informational a practice run. 6:30 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by the First Year Experience and Student Life Learn about the history and community service of the NSU NPHC Greek Organizations. Thursday, September 6 Sponsored by National Pan-Hellenic Council ROTC Activation Ceremony Freshmesh at the BCM 3:30 p.m. | Kyser Brickway 8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry The ceremony will begin at 3:30 p.m. and will be followed Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry immediately by a tailgate-type recruiting event. Our thanks to the Demon Regiment and the LA Army National Guard Teal Tuesday: Demons Turn Teal recruiters for helping to fund the event! The LAARNG will provide a gaming truck for students and vehicles Campaign Kick-Off and equipment for a static display. We’ll also have music, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby hamburgers and hotdogs to enjoy, and about 50 sharp Stop by the Student Union Lobby to support the Demons Cadets to chat with. We hope you can join us! Turn Teal Campaign for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Sponsored by NSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Come and enjoy all things teal—including teal snacks. Sponsored by Campus Living Village Office of Housing and Residence Life & the First Year Experience TRiO Student Support Services Newcomer’s Mixer (participants only) 5:30 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom September 4 - 7 Chill out and relax over a friendly game or two with Student Support Services. A variety of games will be available National Pan-Hellenic Council Week including Phase 10, Uno, Dominoes, and more. Sponsored by TRiO Student Support Services

-- 8 -- Speed Friending with Cultural Spirit of Northwestern Connections Young Performers Day 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Student Union President’s Sponsored by Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band Room Connecting students from different cultures in a laid-back atmosphere. The Inferno! Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center 5:30 p.m. | Pitchfork Pass – North Gate and the Center for Inclusion and Diversity Nothing is better than gathering with friends before Northwestern State home football games. First year students are invited to join us for the INFERNO RUN. New students TRiO Lit Party must arrive at Turpin Stadium North Gate by 5:30 p.m. 8 – 11 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom The Inferno Run is for new students only. Sponsored by TRiO Student Support Services Sponsored by the First Year Experience and Student Life

NPHC Block Party Sunday, September 9 3 - 8 p.m. | Iberville Green Sponsored by National Pan-Hellenic Council Women’s Soccer vs Jackson State 1 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex Friday, September 7 September 10 - 16 Purple Priday National Suicide Prevention Week On Fridays We Wear PURPLE!

Mud Volleyball Tournament Monday, September 10 2 p.m. | Organization Row No need to register early! Open to everyone. Prizes and SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape championship shirts will be distributed. Prevention Self-Defense Training Sponsored by Intramural Sports 4 – 6 p.m. | Health and Human Performance, Room 127 NPHC Field day The University Police invite you to join them for a two-hour 3 p.m. | President’s Field interactive self-defense training for women. The training Sponsored by National Pan-Hellenic Council encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and Women’s Soccer vs Southern closed toe shoes. Sponsored by the University Police and the First Year 7 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex Experience

Demons Come Out at Night New Faces Pep Rally 6:30 p.m. | A. A. Fredericks Auditorium First-year students step on the stage for the first time to 8 p.m. | NSU Tailgate Field & Collins Family show a bit of what they can do. Pavilion Sponsored by Department of Theatre and Dance Show your Demon spirit at the first game pep rally with live music, food, and fun! Meet the players and coaches, members of NSU Spirit Groups, and the Spirit of Tuesday, September 11 Northwestern Marching Band. Sponsored by the First Year Experience Patriot Day Tribute 8:46 a.m. | Campus Flagpoles at Caspari Hall Saturday, September 8 Flags will be lowered to half-staff in a silent ceremony honoring 9/11 victims, families, and heroes. Chimes will ring at 8:46, 9:03, 9:37, and 10:03 a.m. First Home Game - NSU Demons vs Sponsored by the Dean of Students Grambling State University 6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium -- 9 -- Teal Tuesday: Come and TEALax Friday, September 14 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby A Demons Turn Teal Campaign Awareness Event – Stop by and get your nails painted teal, get a teal tattoo, and Purple Priday lots more teal swag to support Ovarian Cancer Awareness On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! Month. Sponsored by Campus Living Villages Office of Housing and Residence Life Women’s Soccer vs Stephen F. Austin 7 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex Study Abroad Information Session 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Saturday, September 15 A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Study Abroad opportunities. 61st Miss Lady of the Bracelet Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center Pageant and International Student Exchange Program 3 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Please join Miss Louisiana, Holli Conway, and our current Miss LOB, Aly Jacobs, at the 61st Miss Northwestern Lady The First Year Involvement of the Bracelet Scholarship Program. Donations for the Challenge Children’s Miracle Network will be accepted at the door. 6 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by the Student Activities Board Welcome to your first year! Join over 75 NSU student leaders for this fast-paced simulation of your first year in college. Sponsored by the First Year Experience NSU Demons vs Lamar University 6 p.m. | Beaumont, TX Are you ready for some football? Wednesday, September 12

TRiO Student Support Services Game Sunday, September 16 Night Women’s Soccer vs LSU-A 6 – 8 p.m. | Student Union President’s Room 5 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex Chill out and relax over a friendly game or two with Student Support Services. A variety of games will be available including Phase 10, Uno, Dominoes, and more. Monday, September 17 Sponsored by TRiO Student Support Services Constitution Day (SGA) Thursday, September 13 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Pick up a copy of the U.S. Constitution to celebrate Coffee with Conine Constitution Day with the Student Government Association. 7:30 – 9 a.m. | Café DeMon (inside Watson Library) Join the Student Government Association and the Dean of SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Students for coffee and conversation. Prevention Self-Defense Training Sponsored by the Student Government Association 5 – 7 p.m. | Health and Human Performance, Room 127 SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape The University Police invite you to join them for a two-hour Prevention Self-Defense Training interactive self-defense training for women. The training encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical 5 – 7 p.m. | Health and Human Performance, techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and Room 127 closed toe shoes. The University Police invite you to join them for a two-hour Sponsored by the University Police and the First Year interactive self-defense training for women. The training Experience encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and closed toe shoes. Sponsored by the University Police and the First Year Experience -- 10 -- FYE for a chance to win non-perishable food items and Tuesday, September 18 themed snack baskets created by faculty, staff, and student organizations. Study Abroad Information Session Sponsored by the First Year Experience 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch Thursday, September 20 and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Study Abroad opportunities. Have a Seat, Meet a Demon Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center and International Student Exchange Program Jumbo Ball Pit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Student Union Lobby New to You T-Shirt Market You have been in school for a month. Have you met a 12 - 1 p.m. | Kyser Brickway Demon yet? If not, we have the perfect opportunity for you. Join the Student Activities Board in our Demon Ball Pit and Going to college on a budget? Let the FYE staff help you get to know someone new today! build your college wardrobe. Come check out the t-shirt Sponsored by the Student Activities Board market and pick up vintage NSU tee’s in all sizes. Help us “put a fork in campus hunger” by swapping 3 canned goods to benefit the NSU Food Pantry in exchange for a vintage A Few Too Many… t-shirt. While supplies last. Our Campus Culture of Alcohol Sponsored by the First Year Experience Dr. Lori Hart Teal Tuesday: Teal There’s A Cure 6 – 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom This keynote focuses on the culture of alcohol, providing 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby activities that get students talking and feeling empowered A Demons Turn Teal Campaign Awareness Event – wear your to do something about high-risk drinking on their campus teal and stop by our table and enter into a drawing for gift and within their own life. cards and prizes. Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month event. Sponsored by Greek Life Sponsored by Campus Living Villages Office of Housing and Residence Life Women’s Volleyball vs UIW Let’s Shake On It 6:30 p.m. | Prather Coliseum 5 – 7 p.m. | Student Union President’s Room An event to launch NSU’s job board, Handshake. BCM Walleyball & Desserts Students interested in part-time, full-time, and internship 7:30 p.m. | WRAC opportunities should come out to this fun event! Free Join the BCM for a fun game of walleyball at the WRAC. food, games, treats, and giveaway items will be available Desserts following at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry. to students! You don’t want to miss this! 1,075 job Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry opportunities are waiting for you! Sponsored by Career Services Friday, September 21

Wednesday, September 19 Purple Priday! On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! SHARP: Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Self-Defense Training RSO Workshop 4 – 6 p.m. | Health and Human Performance, 1 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Room 127 Join the Office of Student Activities and Organizations The University Police invite you to join them for a two-hour to learn about new policies for Recognized Student interactive self-defense training for women. The training Organizations. Participate in bystander training regarding encompasses awareness, safety strategies, and physical Title IX and learn critical concepts on sexual misconduct. techniques. Make sure to wear athletic style apparel and Educational sessions covering a variety of topics including closed toe shoes. marketing, recruiting and leadership, will also be presented. Sponsored by the University Police and the First Year The 2017 Student Organization Achievement and Recognition Awards presentation will follow. At least one Experience representative from each organization is required to attend this workshop. Advisors are encouraged to attend. Pack the Pantry BINGO Sponsored by Student Activities and Organizations 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Win your way to a full pantry! Come play BINGO with -- 11 -- Monday, September 24 Teal Tuesday: Dr. Seuss Style 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby An Ovarian Campus Awareness Month Event featuring all Flavors of the World – Colombian things Dr. Seuss. “We do not like cancer here or there, we do Culture & Cuisine not like cancer anywhere!” 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Iberville Dining Hall Sponsored by Campus Living Villages Office of Housing Experience authentic international cuisine and learn about and Residence Life the culture that defines the location. Enjoy an educational and cultural meal with a faculty forum and music that LNL: Out of this World reflects the culinary delights of Colombia. 6 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by SODEXO and the International Student NSU is out of this world! Attend this event for a virtual Resource Center experience that you won’t soon forget. Sponsored by Student Activities Board NSU Fear Factor 5 p.m. | Collins Pavilion at the Tailgate Field September 26 - October 1 Would you have the guts to face your fears? Join us to watch your fellow Demons fight their instincts and tough it out Natchitoches Parish Fair as they compete against each other in challenges that are scary, weird, or just plain gross. Which competitor will have 2 p.m. | Natchitoches Parish Fairgrounds what it takes to make it to the end? The Fair is coming! September 26-October 1at the Natchitoches Fairgrounds. Student discounts available. Sponsored by the School of Biological and Physical Sciences Wednesday, September 26 Tuesday, September 25 SGA Student Body Elections SGA Student Body Elections Ends at 8 a.m. Begins at 8 a.m. for 24 hours #RushFC2019 Informational Meeting Fall Career Day 5 p.m. | Cane River Room 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom Get the FYI on working with FYE and the Freshman The Fall Career Fair is open to ALL students. This is a great Connection Team. But first…you have to meet five new opportunity for students and employers to connect. people! Take this opportunity to reconnect with your Students can seek internship and full-time employment Freshman Connectors and learn how you can become a opportunities. Remember success needs a plan and the 2019 Freshman Connector or Demon Volunteer. Career Center is here to help! Professional dress encouraged! Sponsored by the First Year Experience Sponsored by the Career Services Thursday, September 27 #RushFC2019 Informational Meeting 6 p.m. | Cane River Room #RushFC2019 Informational Meeting Get the FYI on working with FYE and the Freshman 5 p.m. | Cane River Room Connection Team. But first…you have to meet five new Get the FYI on working with FYE and the Freshman people! Take this opportunity to reconnect with your Connection Team. But first…you have to meet five new Freshman Connectors and learn how you can become a people! Take this opportunity to reconnect with your 2019 Freshman Connector or Demon Volunteer. Freshman Connectors and learn how you can become a Sponsored by the First Year Experience 2019 Freshman Connector or Demon Volunteer. Sponsored by the First Year Experience Study Abroad Information Session 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Union Lobby Myths & Legends Tour A cultural experience awaits – so why not make it a lunch 8 p.m. | The Columns at Normal Hill and learn? Stop by during your lunch break to learn about Meet us at the NSU Columns on Normal Hill for this late Study Abroad opportunities. night, hair-raising tour of NSU’s campus and meet some Sponsored by the International Student Resource Center of Northwestern State’s legends. Participants have the and International Student Exchange Program opportunity to participate in the Demon Poker Run for a chance to win great prizes. Glow sticks will be provided! Sponsored by the First Year Experience -- 12 -- Friday, September 28 Sunday, September 30

Purple Priday International Mini Soccer Tournament On Fridays We Wear PURPLE! 2 p.m. | Intramural Fields Calling all students, faculty and staff, interested in participating in a day filled with adrenaline and fun. If you have a team that Women’s Soccer vs UIW wants to participate, or if you want to be included in one, 6 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex please contact the International Student Resource Center to participate in the Mini Soccer Tournament. Saturday, September 29 Sponsored by International Student Resource Center Women’s Soccer vs Abilene Christian NSU Demons at Southeastern 1 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex Louisiana University 7 p.m. | Hammond, LA

12th Annual Natchitoches Antique Car Show 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Historic Downtown Natchitoches Spend the day in historic downtown Natchitoches. Live entertainment on three stages, shops, restaurants, museums, and more. More than 400 antique cars on display. Sponsored by Natchitoches Historic District Business Association “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” — Anthony Robbins

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