Week of Welcome
Week of Welcome has awesome ways for new and returning students to learn about campus life, get involved, and have fun!
Spring 2025 Re-Schedule
Jan
25
LU Men's and Women's Tennis vs. Alcorn State
10 am - 3 pm · Thompson Family Tennis Center
Meet us at the net for an all-day tournament against the Alcorn State Braves! Hosted by LU Athletics.
LU Basketball Doubleheader vs. TAMU-Commerce
3 pm - 8 pm · Neches FCU Arena at the Montagne Center
The Cardinals host the TAMU-C Lions for an afternoon doubleheader. The Lady Cardinals start at 3 pm, and men's game tips off at 6 pm! Hosted by LU Athletics.
Jan
27
Class Ring Sizing and Ordering
12 pm - 2 pm · Atrium in the Setzer Student Center
Students with at least 75 credit hours are invited to try on and order their official class ring! Stop by to learn about about your LU class ring and our first-ever LU Ring Ceremony! Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
LU Women's Basketball vs. Northwestern State
Student Appreciation Game
4 pm - 7 pm · Neches FCU Arena at the Montagne Center
Cheer on your Lady Cardinals as they face the Northwestern State Lady Demons. Free entry with your LU student ID. Hosted by LU Athletics.
Jan
28
Dashiell Career Day
8 am - 2 pm · Neches 120 in the Setzer Student Center
Learn more about internship and full-time opportunities with Dashiell, a Quanta company. Meet and network with Dashiell employees representing a variety of fields. Students majoring in electrical, civil, industrial, and mechanical engineering and construction management are encouraged to attend. Bring your resume! Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.
Class Ring Sizing and Ordering
12 pm - 2 pm · Atrium in the Setzer Student Center
Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
Patio Night: National Lego Day
7 pm - 9 pm · Patio at the Rec Center
In celebration of National Lego Day, you can build your own free Lego creation and enjoy a screening of The Lego Batman Movie! Hosted by the Cardinals Activities Board.
Jan
29
Class Ring Sizing and Ordering
11 am - 1 pm · Atrium in the Setzer Student Center
Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
Cooking with Chef Clint: Pasta Sauce
1:30 pm - 3 pm · Cedar 160 in the Setzer Student Center
Chef Clint will walk us through what makes a good sauce, and then we'll taste test the results! Registration required. Hosted by the Cardinal Activities Board.
Jan
30
Free STI Testing
10 am - 1 pm · Cypress 125 in the Setzer Student Center
Stop by the Setzer Student Center for free, confidential testing for sexually transmitted infections. Hosted by Legacy Community Health and the Student Health Center.
Volunteer Fair
11 am - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center
Help create change in our community! Come meet local non-profit organizations to find your perfect way to give back! Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
Class Ring Sizing and Ordering
11 am - 1 pm · Atrium in the Setzer Student Center
Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
Patio Night: Speed Friending & LU Rocks
7 pm - 9 pm · The Patio at the Rec Center
At Speed Friending, you'll break the ice and make new friends in a fun and fast-paced environment. Then, reveal your artistic side at LU Rocks! We'll provide all the supplies you need to create your own uniquely painted rocks to leave around campus. Enjoy free snacks as you mingle, paint, and make new friends. Hosted by CAB, Health Ed, and Service & Leadership.
Jan
31
Class Ring Sizing and Ordering
9 am - 10:30 am · Atrium in the Setzer Student Center
Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
JCPenney Suit-Up Event
2 pm - 5 pm · JCP at Central Mall
Stock up on career apparel, accessories, and shoes with a special discount just for LU students! Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.
Dive-In Movie: Wicked
6 pm - 10 pm · Indoor Pool, HHPC Building A
Outside it's cold, but our indoor pool is heated (and so's the popcorn)! Grab a floatie as we screen 2024's Wicked. Hosted by Recreational Sports.
Feb
1
Service Saturday
9:30 am - 3 pm · St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Volunteer with the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto for their annual initial cookie delivery! Help unload trucks, count cookies, and load cookies into Troop Vehicles. Registration required. Hosted by the Office of Service and Leadership.
Feb
4
Lifeshare Blood Drive
9:30 am - 3:30 pm · Cypress 125 in the Setzer Student Center
Giving blood is a simple way to make a big difference! Anyone at least 16 years of age and weighing at least 110 pounds can donate blood. Give the gift of life! Hosted by the Student Health Center.
Taylor-ed Tuesday
12 pm - 1:30 pm · Neches 120 in the Setzer Student Center
Join Dr. and Mrs. Taylor for Taylor-ed Tuesday! The first 100 students who attend will receive an LU tie, scarf, or bowtie. Instructions on how to tie the tie or scarf will also be provided. Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.
Patio Night: Cookies and Cocoa
7 pm - 9 pm · Patio at the Rec Center
Indulge in a variety of cookies and sip on rich, warm cocoa. We'll have an assortment of flavors and toppings to make your cocoa just the way you like it. Gather around the fire pit to stay warm and enjoy the ambiance! Hosted by the Cardinals Activities Board.
Feb
5
Lifeshare Blood Drive
9:30 am - 3:30 pm · Cypress 125 in the Setzer Student Center
Giving blood is a simple way to make a big difference! Anyone at least 16 years of age and weighing at least 110 pounds can donate blood. Give the gift of life! Hosted by the Student Health Center.
Feb
6
Coffee and Connect
12 pm - 1:30 pm · Live Oak Ballroom in the Setzer Student Center
Students of all majors are invited to meet and connect with employers in a relaxed atmosphere to build and develop their networking skills in a face-to-face environment. Bring your resume! Hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development.
LU Women's Basketball vs TAMU-CC
7 pm · Neches FCU Arena at the Montagne Center
Cheer on your Lady Cardinals as they face the TAMU-Corpus Christi Islanders. Free entry with your LU student ID. Hosted by LU Athletics.
Feb
7
Men's Tennis vs Southern
10 am · Thompson Family Tennis Center
Softball vs UL-Monroe
1 & 4 pm · Softball Complex
It's opening day for LU Softball! Come watch the Cardinals as they face the Warhawks in this doubleheader! Hosted by Athletics.
Winter Gala
7 pm - 11 pm · Live Oak Ballroom in the Setzer Student Center
Join CAB for their inaugural Winter Gala. Get your photos snapped on the red carpet and stop for a step-and-repeat to enter the best-dressed competition. In the Ballroom, we'll have music, dancing, refreshments, and more! Hosted by the Cardinals Activities Board.