Pioneer Camp Schedule

Pioneer Camp Check-in- 5-6 p.m. - Student Union at Hubbard Hall (SUHH) Performance Center

‘Aca’-Perfect Movie & Craft Night - 6:30 p.m. - SUHH Ballroom & Auditorium
Continue your ‘aca’-mazing move-in with crafts and Pitch Perfect on your first night at TWU. Hosted by Student Enrichment, Health & Support in Student Life.

Pitch Perfect Movie - 7:30-9:45 p.m. - SUHH Auditorium
Sponsored by Student Enrichment, Health & Support in Student Life.

Pioneer Camp Check-in- 8-10 a.m. - Margo Jones Performance Hall

Pep Rally- 9-11 a.m. - Margo Jones Performance Hall
Learn about traditions and kick start the new Pioneer Year!

Lunch - 11 a.m. - Dining Hall

Welcome Bash - Noon-2 p.m. - Pioneer Hall
Play games, meet your classmates, find your community and have an absolute blast at the biggest ice breaker of the year! MANDATORY session.

LLC Retreat - 2:30-5 p.m. - Various Locations (invitation only)
Sponsored by Housing & Dining.

Get Rec'd at the Rec Center  - 4-6 p.m. - Fitness and Recreation
Find out about TWU Fitness and Recreation—FREE giveaways, games, activities, group exercise, gaming lounge and more!

Don’t forget to wear your Pioneer Camp Shirt!
If you haven’t picked up your shirt for the picture, please stop by the table at Margo Jones Performance Hall.

Small Group Meeting - 9 a.m. - Various Locations
Meet your Pioneer Camp Guide and make a few new friends, then head to First-Year Convocation.

First-Year Convocation - 9:30 a.m. - Margo Jones Performance Hall
This momentous ceremony signals the beginning of your college career. Join us for your formal induction to the TWU academic community.

Brunch - 11:15 a.m.-12:20 p.m. - TWU Dining Hall
Indulge in TWU’s famous chicken and waffles!

First-year Photo with Chancellor Dr. Feyten - 12:30 p.m. - Pioneer Hall
Join Chancellor Carine Feyten and your classmates for the official Class of 2028 first-year photo! Wear your TWU shirt!

Breakout Sessions - 1:30-4 p.m. 
Rotate through the 30-minute sessions below at the following times:
1:30-2 p.m. | 2:10-2:40 p.m. | 2:50-3:20 p.m. | 3:30-4 p.m.

• Academics with Ashley Bender, Ph.D. - MCL 101 
  Learn about college do’s and don’ts so you can kick off your year in BEAST MODE!!!
• Money Management - SUHH SE Ballroom
  Join the Student Money Management Center for a life-sized, 20-minute interactive game of Life and discover how far your fictional salary can take you! Complete the game and enter a drawing for prizes!
• How to Apply for TWU Jobs - SUHH Auditorium
  Career Connections team shows you all the tricks you need to land that on-campus job!
• First-Generation - SUHH Room 2231
  If you are the first in your family to attend college, find out more about resources and services just for you!
• Tutoring Program - MCL 405
  TWU offers a variety of tutoring services designed to help you succeed in the classes that matter to you!
• Get Involved - MCL 504
  Get connected and join the Center for Student Involvement for all the details about campus events, student organizations, Sorority and Fraternity Life, Student Government Association, volunteer opportunities and leadership programs.
• Financial Aid - MCL 702
  Still have questions about Financial Aid? Let's talk!
• Library - Library, Room 101
  Libraries are so much more than just books! Learn about our collections, research helps, electronic resources and more!

Ice Cream Social - 4 p.m. - Hubbard Hall Lawn
Join us for an ice cream social with TWU signature Beth Marie's ice cream, Red Velvet Cupcakes.

Small Group Meeting - 9:30 a.m. - Various
Meet with small groups.

Mental Health Awareness - 10 a.m. - Noon -  SUHH SW Ballroom
During your TWU journey, you may encounter a few bumps, but we have resources to help. MANDATORY session. Attendance will be taken.

Lunch - Noon - Dining Hall

Orientation Leader Meetup - 4:30-5:30 p.m. - SUHH SE Ballroom
Meetup with your summer orientation leader, and walk to the TWU Block Party together.

Block Party - 6-8 p.m. - TWU Gardens
Kick off the start of another academic year with TWU’s annual Block Party! Enjoy tons of great food, entertainment, and activities while making memories with your fellow TWU students. Have your Event Pass ready and check in at the tent near Fitness and Recreation or the tent near Stark Hall.

Silent Disco Party - 7-10 p.m. - Pioneer Hall
Grab wireless headphones at the event, choose your music from one of our three live DJs and dance the night away with your friends! Have your Event Pass ready!

Back to School - 10 a.m. - Little Chapel-in-the-Woods
Spend time in our beautiful chapel and hear Toby Wilkerson’s encouraging words. There will be time for reflection.

Housing Meetings - 4 p.m. - Residence Halls
RA Community Meetings start at 4 p.m. in their residential communities. Check in with your Resident Assistant (RA).