Pioneer Camp Schedule

6:00-8:00 p.m.
Gaming and Crafts Lounge
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southwest Ballroom
Join us for an evening of gaming and crafts! Come for the entire evening or drop in when you can.

8:00-10:00 p.m.
Late Night Movie
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Bridges Auditorium
Hop on over & grab some popcorn for our feature movie, Hoppers, to wrap up the night! Event is exclusively for on-campus housing residents moving in on August 17!
Sponsored by: Student Enrichment Health & Support and TWU Housing

4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Check-In
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Lobby

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Pep Rally (Mandatory session)
Margo Jones Performance Hall

8:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Party with Your Pioneer Family
Outside of Margo Jones
Keep the pioneer spirit going after the pep rally, join us for sweet treats and meet some of our athletes.

8:30 a.m.
Small Group Meeting
Hubbard Lawn - outside

8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Check-In
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Lobby

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Pioneering Your Future: Meet and Welcome From Your College Dean and Academic Program
Your journey starts here! Step inside your academic home to meet the deans, academic faculty, staff, and fellow Pioneers who willsupport you every step of the way. This is your chance to ask questions, discover unique opportunities within your major, build your campus community, and partake in a free continental breakfast.

College of Nursing Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southwest Ballroom
College of Arts and Sciences Ann Stuart Science Building Lobby
College of Business Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southeast Ballroom
College of Health Sciences Health and Sciences Center Forum
College of Education Stoddard Lobby

11:00 a.m. - 1215 p.m.
Lunch
Dining Hall

12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Welcome Bash (Mandatory session)
Pioneer Hall
Play games, meet your classmates, find your community and have an absolute blast at the biggest ice breaker of the year!

3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Mental Health Awareness Session (Mandatory session)
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southwest Ballroom A

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Get Rec’d at the Rec Center
Fitness and Recreation

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

8:00 a.m.
Small Group Meeting
Hubbard Lawn - outside
Meet your Pioneer Camp Guide and make a few new friends, then head to the First-Year Convocation.

9:30 a.m.
First-Year Convocation (Mandatory session)
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.

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

12:20 p.m.
First-Year Photo with Chancellor Dr. Feyten
Pioneer Hall
Join Chancellor Carine Feyten and your classmates for the official Class of 2030 first-year photo! Wear your TWU shirt!

1:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Academic Breakout Session with Dr. Jackie Hoermann-Elliott and Dr. Shawnda Smith (Mandatory session)
Margo Jones Performance Hall
Learn about college do’s and don’ts so you can kick off your year in beast mode!

2:10 - 5:00 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
Rotate through the 30 minute sessions below at the following times:
2:10- 2:40 p.m.
2:50 - 3:20 p.m.
3:30 - 4:00 p.m.
4:10 - 4:40 p.m.

• Money Management to Money IQ Challenge
  Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southeast Ballroom
  Ready to test your money smarts? Challenge your friends in an interactive Kahoot! filled with real-life college money questions. Win prizes, learn helpful financial tips, and meet the Student Money Management Center team!
• How to Apply for TWU Jobs
  Student Union at Hubbard Hall Auditorium
  Career Connections team shows you all the tricks you need to land that on-campus job!
• Tutoring Programs
  Student Union at Hubbard Hall Room 1200
  TWU offers a variety of tutoring services including the TWU library, designed to help you succeed in the classes that matter to you.
• Financial Aid
  Student Union at Hubbard Hall Room 2231
  Still have questions about Financial Aid? Let’s talk!
• Get Involved
  Student Union at Hubbard Hall Performance Center
  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.

4:00 p.m.
Commuter Student Reception
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southeast Ballroom
Join us at the Commuter Student Reception to meet fellow commuter students, make new connections, and discover all the resources TWU offers just for you. Whether it’s finding the best places to relax between classes or learning how to stay connected on campus, this event is for you. Snacks will be provided.

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Ice Cream Social
Hubbard Hall Lawn
Join us for TWU Signature Beth Marie’s Ice Cream.

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Oakley Tournaments
Parliament Courtyard
Whether you’re serving, or button-mashing, this tournament is your chance to compete, have fun, and become a campus champion!

LLCs/ Honors/ FIG retreat please refer to the respective schedules

8:30 a.m.
Breakfast with Small Group
Various Locations
After breakfast, meet up with your small groups at 9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m. - Noon
Service Project
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southeast Ballroom
Come by and make a birthday card for youth in DFW experiencing housing insecurity! Everyone deserves to feel special on their birthday. Come by and help us spread joy in our community!

10:00 a.m. - Noon
Vision Board Party
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Performance Center
Write the Vision. Come and create your vision board for the year.

10:00 a.m. - Noon
First-Gen Open House
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Suite 1600
Visit the Center for First-Generation Students Open House to meet our friendly team, discover our resources, programs, and mentoring opportunities, and see how we’re here to help you succeed. Connect with other First-Gen Pioneers, grab some free swag, and get inspired to thrive at TWU!

10:00 a.m. - Noon
Frontiers Lounge Open House
Brackenridge G30E
The Frontiers Lounge Open House welcomes students who have experienced foster care, adoption, kinship care, or homelessness. Meet the CARE team, tour the lounge, connect with other students, and discover the Frontiers Program and the academic, personal, and additional support available to help you thrive at TWU.

Noon
Lunch
Student Union at Hubbard Hall First Floor
Don’t lunch alone. Meet us at the Union in the Eateries.

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Transfer Center Welcome
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Room 2231

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Orientation Leader Meetup
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Southwest Ballroom
Meet up with your summer orientation leader, and walk to the TWU Block Party together.

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Block Party
TWU Amphitheater & Garden
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. Check-in tents outside of SUHH and Stark Hall.

7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Silent Disco Party
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!

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Back to School Chapel
Little Chapel in-the-Woods
Spend time in our beautiful chapel and receive words of encouragement. There will be time for reflection.

4:00 p.m.
Housing Meetings
Residence Halls
RA Community Meetings start at 4:00 pm in their residential communities. Check in with your Resident Assistant (RA).

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Welcome Home Pioneers!
Hubbard Hall Lawn
Join us for free ice cream and swag.

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
RHA Bingo
Student Union at Hubbard Hall Ballroom