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Welcome Week Schedule

*Required Activities in red

Friday, Aug. 21

New students move-in, Mary Gaston, Campus Life, Greenville, SC, August 23, 2024. (Derek Eckenroth)

Check-In & Residence Hall Move-In

8 a.m.–12 p.m.

  • Residence Hall Move-In
    When you arrive on campus, head to your residence hall and move in before coming to the Davis Field House to check in. Check your student email to locate your residence hall.

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

  • Check-in (Davis Field House)
    After moving into your residence hall room, come to the DFH to complete your academic check-in, pick up your class shirt, activate your ID card, connect your laptop, and more.

1–4 p.m.

4 p.m.

  • Presidential Welcome to New & Transfer Students and Parents (Rodeheaver Auditorium)
    Welcome to Bruin Nation! Bring your parents and meet the President and student body leaders as you begin your transformational journey.

7 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 22

Student candid, BJU, Greenville, SC, October 12, 2023. (Derek Eckenroth)

New Student Orientation

9–9:45 a.m

New & Transfer Student Workshops (Stratton Hall)

10–10:30 a.m.

  • Welcome to BJU - Extracurriculars and Organizations
    College is so much more than strictly academics. Part of the “college experience” is getting plugged in with groups and organizations. Extra-curricular activities will enhance and deepen your educational experience.

10:40–11:20 a.m.

  • Society Preview
    Wondering what societies are? Hearing about “Rush”? How long do I have to select a society? Come see what it is all about. For new students only.

11:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

  • Outreach Opportunities
    Connecting the classroom with outreach, the CGO and CLD exist to promote 21st century gospel expansion. Learn how you can get involved in outreaches throughout the Greenville area, across the country and around the world during your time as a BJU student.

Parent & Family Workshops (Dining Common - Davis Room)

9–10 a.m.

  • Academic and Student Support
    This workshop will provide an overview of the team of professionals who support your students’ success and well-being. We will discuss important resources including Academic Support, Care and Counseling, Student Health, and Campus Safety.

10–10:20 a.m.

  • Break

10:20–11:20 a.m.

  • Student Life
    Student Life plays an important role in the overall student experience. This session will provide an overview of the many aspects of Student Life at BJU and how they contribute to students’ growth and campus involvement.

11:20–11:40 a.m.

  • Q & A
    Our panel will answer questions submitted during our workshops.

11:40 a.m.–12 p.m.

  • Parent Send Off

12–1 p.m.

1 p.m.

  • Campus Tours (Welcome Center)
    This is not your normal campus tour! Learn the ins and outs of campus, shortcuts to get from class to class, in and out of chapel, and the fastest way to lunch!

2–5 p.m.

  • We’ve intentionally kept this afternoon free for you to rest, finish unpacking, do some shopping, explore campus, or enjoy the Greenville area with family or friends.

6–8 p.m.

  • Bruin Athletics’ New & Transfer Student Welcome & Battle of the Blues (Davis Field House)
    Join the Bruins for their exhibition of the women’s volleyball scrimmage game. We will introduce our new Bruin athletes and welcome our new students to campus.

9–10:30 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 23

Discipleship Group, Campus Life, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, November 7, 2023 (Hal Cook)

  • Church Services (Greenville area)

8–10 p.m.

  • Ignite (Activity Center)
    New students, this is your first chance to join the student body for a time of fellowship and worship in the Activity Center.

Monday, Aug. 24

Student candid in the Den, after hurricane Helene, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, September 30, 2024. (Derek Eckenroth)

New Student Orientation

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8 a.m.–11:45 a.m.

9:30–10:30 a.m.

  • New & Transfer Student Orientation (Stratton Hall)
    This required meeting will help you get up to speed with campus life and start your academic career with confidence. From preparing for classes to learning about the resources available to support you at BJU, this session will introduce the teams dedicated to your success and well-being. We will provide an overview of key services, including Academic Support, Care and Counseling, Student Health, and Campus Safety.
    This is a meeting required for all new students (first-year and transfer students).

10:45–11:15 a.m.

  • Thriving in College (Stratton Hall)
    This session is designed for first-year students and transfer students new to BJU. Learn how to thrive in your first-year at BJU. Transfer students will have a special breakout during this time.

12:30–4:30 p.m.

  • First-year Advisors (Academic Resource Center, Alumni 213)
    If you have questions about your schedule, meet with your First-year advisor in the Academic Resource Center to answer your questions.

1–4 p.m.

2–4 p.m.

  • Placement Tests (Alumni 221)
    In the interest of your academic success, you may be required to complete a placement test and/or auditions.

2 p.m.

6:40 p.m.

  • Class of 2030 Processional Meeting (Rodeheaver Auditorium)
    Your class will be presented by the student body leaders and welcomed by the president as members of the university community. The incoming freshman class processional is a tradition of the Opening Exercises each year.
    Bring your ID card to be scanned as you exit.

7 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Welcome Week

Society Rush, Bob Jones University Athletic Fields, Greenville, SC, September 13, 2024. (Derek Eckenroth)

Society Rush Begins (Ends Saturday, Sept. 12)

8:30–9:45 a.m.

  • Major Meet & Greet (Various Locations)
    For all new and transfer students! Meet your classmates and faculty in your program. The faculty in your program of study are eager to welcome you to the family. Make connections that will help you as you face the challenges of your new pursuit.

10–10:45 a.m.

  • Student Seminar (Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium)
    Required meeting for all undergraduate students. This seminar explains how the student covenant and the code of conduct contribute to helping the whole student grow toward Christlikeness.

10:45–11:45 a.m.

  • Student Seminar Breakouts for Residence Hall Students (Various Locations)
    Required meeting for all residence hall students. Please look for an email from residence hall staff communicating your breakout session location.
  • Student Seminar Breakout for Day Student Men (Rodeheaver Auditorium)
    Required meeting for all undergraduate day student men.
  • Student Seminar Breakout for Day Student Women (Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium)
    Required meeting for all undergraduate day student women.

1–3 p.m.

  • Campus Opportunities Expo (Palmetto Green)
    In addition to societies, there are dozens of student organizations you can join. Come meet various campus organizations, associations, and forums to enrich your college experience.

1–4 p.m.

7 p.m.

9:30–10 p.m.

  • Society Prayer Meetings (Various Locations)
    New and transfer students may attend any society they are eligible to join.

Wednesday, Aug. 26

First Day of Classes, Various Campus Locations, BJU, Greenville, SC, August 23, 2023. (Derek Eckenroth)

  • Classes Begin
    Please check StudentCentral to confirm that class locations have not changed since pre-registration.

  • Drop/Add Period Begins (Closes Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 5 p.m.)
    Access under the Academics menu option in StudentCentral.
    Drop/Add provides an opportunity to make any necessary course schedule adjustments. At the end of the drop/add period, student class schedules are set for the semester.

11 a.m.

7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 27

Ministry Chapel service in the Founders Memorial Amphitorium at Bob Jones University in Greenville, S.C., May 1, 2025. (Photo by Derek Eckenroth)

11 a.m.

7–8 p.m.

  • Maintaining Status as an International Student (Alumni 210)
    As a visa student with an I-20, you are under a special set of regulations enforced by the United States Department of Homeland Security; these regulations begin immediately upon entry to the U.S. and continue until final departure. Mr. Andrew Knox, our campus International Student Advisor, will review some limitations and benefits on the student visa and will explain campus work authorization. There will be time for questions and answers.

Friday, Aug. 28

Music student picnic, School of Fine Arts and Communication, Division of Music, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, August 25, 2023 (Hal Cook)

11 a.m.

  • Society Meetings (Various Locations)
    This is your first of several chances to check out the society you may want to join. New and transfer students may attend any society they are eligible to join.

5:15–7 p.m.

  • Division of Music Picnic (Activity Center)
    Activity for all students who are music majors, music minors, or participating in University bands, choirs, orchestras, or ensembles.

Saturday, Aug. 29

It's a Wonderful Life, Stratton Hall, BJU, Greenville, SC, December 4, 2023. (Derek Eckenroth)

1–3 p.m.

  • Theatre Department Auditions (Stratton Hall)
    For all students wishing to participate in a Performance Hall dramatic production. Come prepared to perform a one-minute monologue.

Sunday, Aug. 30

  • Church Services (Greenville Area)

Monday, Aug. 31

11 a.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 1

Society Prayer Meetings, Alumni Building, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, October 11, 2024. (Elijah Wilcott)

Drop/Add Period Ends at 5:00 p.m.

11 a.m.

9:30–10:15 p.m.

  • Society Prayer Meetings (Various Locations)
    New and transfer students may attend any society they are eligible to join.

Wednesday, Sept. 2

Student body chapel, BJU, Greenville, SC, January 27, 2025. (Derek Eckenroth)

11 a.m.

Thursday, Sept. 3

11 a.m.

9–9:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 4

Society Candids, Campus Life, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, February 9, 2024 (Will Kelly)

11 a.m.

  • Society Meetings (Various Locations)
    New and transfer students may attend any society they are eligible to join.

Sunday, Sept. 6

  • Church Services (Greenville Area)

Monday, Sept. 7

Labor Day Holiday—No classes or offices open

Tuesday, Sept. 8

Student body chapel, BJU, Greenville, SC, January 27, 2025. (Derek Eckenroth)

11 a.m.

11:35 a.m.–2 p.m.

  • Community Outreach Fair (Dining Common Lobby)
    At the Community Outreach Fair, you get to learn about various opportunities from local churches, para-church ministries (e.g., Miracle Hill), and non-religious community partners (e.g., Greenville County Detention Center). Stop by with a friend to meet these amazing partners we have to share the Gospel in the greater Greenville area.

9:30–10:15 p.m.

  • Society Prayer Meetings (Various Locations)
    New and transfer students may attend any society they are eligible to join.

Wednesday, Sept. 9

11 a.m.

Thursday, Sept. 10

11 a.m.

9–9:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 11

11 a.m.

  • Society Meetings (Various Locations)
    New and transfer students may attend any society they are eligible to join.

8:30–11 p.m.

  • Society Rush Party (Lower athletic fields by Activity Center)
    Lots of friends, lots of food and lots of fun! Come enjoy the Society Rush Party to meet students from all societies, experience the energetic atmosphere, get free food and ask society leaders lots of questions.

Saturday, Sept. 12

Society Induction, BJU, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, September 9, 2023 (Katelyn McKenney)

Society Induction, BJU, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, September 9, 2023 (Will Kelly)

6–7:30 p.m.

  • Society Induction (Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium)
    Arrive by 5:45 p.m.
    This is the night everyone has been anticipating—when you choose your society! All new and transfer students will come to the Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium by 5:45 p.m. to make their final decision. Once you make your choice, a society representative will direct you to your society induction location. You will be welcomed into the society and begin your society experience at BJU.