Week of Welcome
2023 SCHEDULE (pdf)
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
SUNDAY, AUGUST 20
Catholic Student Mass
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice (CFJ)
Students are invited to attend and participate in weekly Catholic Mass at Bellarmine Chapel.
Bellarmine Chapel | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Xavier Women's Soccer vs. Louisville
Xavier Athletics
Cheer on the Xavier Women's Soccer team as they take on the University of Louisville.
Corcoran Field (soccer field) | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Catholic Student Mass
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice (CFJ)
The 4pm and 10pm Catholic Student Masses are held weekly at Bellarmine Chapel.
Bellarmine Chapel | 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
MONDAY, AUGUST 21
Tie Dye Party with BRAVE
BRAVE Gender-based Violence Prevention
Stop by our tie-dye event to make something fun and colorful while you also learn about BRAVE's mission to end sexual violence on our campus and how you can get involved.
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ice Cream Social
Exceptional Student Assembly
Come hang out with ESA to kick off the school year. We'll have ice cream and you can meet the Project SEARCH interns at Xavier this year.
Husman Stage | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
On-Campus Student Employment Fair
Student Employment Office
Looking for a job on campus? Come to the On-Campus Employment Fair where you can meet with hiring departments, get more information about open jobs, and for some interview or be hired on the spot! Stop by the fair between 2:00-4:30pm.
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Puppies & Popsicles
4 Paws for Ability at XU
Meet the 4 Paws service pups in training and grab a popsicle. You can also learn about how you can work with 4 Paws dogs while at Xavier.
Husman Stage | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Explore the NEXUS Community Gardens
Outdoor Club
Explore the Nexus Community Gardens (located across from HUB), learn more about the Outdoor Club and upcoming events, and join us as we give away plants and herbs..
NEXUS Gardens (across from The HUB)| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMLaser Tag
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, & Commuter Services
Blast off before Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and play some laser tag with others on the yard in an inflated laser tag game. Bring friends or come solo and make new ones!
North Xavier Yard | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Veg Out with CFJ
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice
Come for a free, vegetarian dinner with the CFJ every week where you can find community. Hang with old friends and meet new people who care about the world.
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
ASL Games
Sign Language Club
Play games with us and learn more about Deaf culture, community, and American Sign Language. Anyone is welcome to come, whether you have ASL experience or not.
Alter Hall 307 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Taco-bout Alternative Breaks
Alternative Breaks
Come learn more about how you can spend your Fall/Spring break serving different communities and enjoy some delicious tacos!
North Xavier Yard | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
"Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3" - Monday Night Movie
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, & Commuter Services
Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them. Rated PG-13
North Xavier Yard | 9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22
Classrooms and Cookies
College of Arts & Sciences
Come for the classes! Stay for the cookies! The College of Arts and Sciences Office of the Dean will help you find your classrooms in Alter Hall and provide some famous Xavier cookies!
Alter Hall First Floor Lobby | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
MoreXavier +x
Marketing and Communications
Get to see elements of Xavier's new brand, meet the mascots, win some sweet new swag, and even share a little of your “More Xavier” story with the MarComm team.
Husman Stage | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
GOAL: Ice Cream Social
Gentlemen Organized for Achievement & Leadership
Enjoy a sweet treat with the men of GOAL!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Green Games & Giveaways
University Sustainability/Laudato Si' Action Platform (Center for Mission and Identity)
Everybody loves yard games and snacks! Pick up a Xavier Goes Green reusable water bottle while learning about Xavier's sustainability initiatives and meeting those involved from the Laudato Si' Action Platform and Center for Mission and Identity.
South Xavier Yard | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Snack Time with the Criminal Justice Society
Criminal Justice Society
Grab a snack and learn more about the Criminal Justice Society!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Rec Fest
Recreational Sports
Join the Recreational Sports team for an evening of fitness challenges, giveaways, activities and events.
Health United Building | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
"DreamGirls" Movie Night
Ladies with an Emphasis on Achievement & Distinction
LEAD and MISST will be hosting a "Dreamgirls" movie night to invite new and returning students to learn more about their clubs!
Kennedy Auditorium | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
BINGO on the Yard!
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
Play BINGO while hanging out on the Xavier Yard and win prizes including tons of giftcards (from $10-$200), passes to local entertainment, and some Xavier swag!
North Xavier Yard | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
CCO Kickball
Coalition for Christian Outreach
Join us for a night of kickball! Get to know one of our Christian communities on campus.
Intramural Fields | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Name That Tune! with the A caBellas
A caBellas
Come join the soprano/alto acapella group on campus for a fun game of Name That Tune! Bring your friends and try to win prizes for your whole team.
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
Bagels, Books, & Board Games
University Library
Stop by the library in the morning for a bagel, meet the library staff, and learn about the various things from books to board games that you can check out at the library!
Conaton Learning Commons Patio | 8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Plinko and Wheel of Fortune
Accessibility and Disability Resources
Find out what the Office of Accessibility and Disability Resources can do for you and win some cool prizes playing Plinko or spinning our Wheel of Fortune!
Bellarmine Circle | 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
APEX Coffee & Snacks to Start Your Day!
APEX & Graduate School
Adult and Professional Education at Xavier (APEX) serves students 24 years or older. We know that starting your college career is exciting. Come say hello at the APEX table, grab a coffee and snack, and grab some swag. We are happy you are here at Xavier.
North Xavier Yard | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Lemonade Bar in Hoff Dining Commons
Xavier Dining
Take a break from your first week and join Xavier Dining for a refreshing lemonade bar in Hoff Dining Commons featuring different lemonade flavors and garnishes!
Hoff Dining Commons | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Plant Your Roots in the CDI
Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Stop by to meet the Center for Diversity and Inclusion team, learn how you can plant your roots in the CDI to create your home at Xavier, and pot your own houseplant.
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Create Your Own Care Package
Raising Joy
Join Raising Joy to create your own back-to-school care package! Put together an assortment of school supplies, snacks, and more to get you started for the school year. We will also have a school supply drive for people in foster care, so bring any extra supplies you may have to donate!
GSC Clocktower Lounge ( Third Floor) | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Muslim Sundae Bar Social
Muslim Student Association
Open to Muslim students, faculty, staff and friends Come to enjoy our Graeter's sundae bar and meet and greet with new and old faces!
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
International Coffee Hour
Center for International Education
Join the CIE to kick off our weekly International Coffee Hour series where students can build community, share cultures, and have fun over a cup of coffee and food. All are welcome!
Faces of the World Lounge (GSC Second Floor) | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Empowering Painted Mirrors with EmpowerXU - POSTPONED
EmpowerXU
Come paint mirrors with encouraging words and designs on the Xavier Yard with EmpowerXU! Paint, markers, and other decorations as well as mirrors will be provided!!
South Xavier Yard | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Taste of Cincinnati
Student Activities Council
Join SAC on the Xavier Yard to try some Cincinnati favorites: LaRosa's Pizza, Skyline Chili, Graeter's Ice Cream, and vibe with DJ Rah D, spinning on the Husman Stage.
North Xavier Yard | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cookie Decoration with A Xavier CHristmas
A Xavier Christmas
Its never too early for decorating Christmas cookies! We love spreading holiday cheer and want to bring it to the community. Also, come learn more about our main event and the date that you should mark on your calendars.
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Make a Bracelet and a Friend
In The Loop
Make a friendship bracelet and enjoy some snacks with our fiber arts club! This is a welcoming environment for people of all skill levels, and all materials and instruction will be provided.
Alter Hall, Room 307 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Trivia with Newswire
Xavier Newswire
Enjoy Cincinnati and Xavier trivia with this year’s Newswire staff to meet our members and learn more about what your campus newspaper does each week! Prizes available!
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Open Mac Night
Singers
Calling all music and food lovers! Come join Xavier Singers for some karaoke fun and free macaroni and cheese!
GSC Ryan's Landing (lower level) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMIce an Alpha
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Join the Sigma Gamma Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. for a refreshing ice-cold treat and learn about voter registration! Boost your knowledge of the voting process and help us spread awareness. Plus, those who provide proof of registration will have the chance to ice their phavorite Alpha!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Ultimate Frisbee Pick-up Games
Women's & Men's Club Ultimate Frisbee
Join the Men’s and Women’s Club Ultimate Frisbee teams for some fun ultimate frisbee pick-up games! All students are welcome; no prior experience or skill is required. Even if you’ve never touched a disc before, come on out and play!
Intramural Fields | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
Flapjacks & Fun Facts
Counseling Services
Join Counseling Services for a free pancake brunch and prizes!
Health United Building, Rooms 102 & 103 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lemonade and Lounge with OGS Staff
Office of the Graduate School
Come cool off with the Office of the Graduate School! Enjoy popsicles, lemonade, and other tasty summertime treats. Sit back and relax with fun games and music. See you there!
Hailstones Hall, Room 100 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Make a Splash with XUPD's Campus Waterpark
Xavier University Police Department (XUPD)
Need a break from the heat? Stop by to take a dive on our slip and slide or launch a water balloon at one of our officers. Just because you're no longer a kid doesn't mean you can't play like one.
North Xavier Yard | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Summer Reading Bingo
English Department
One of the best parts of English class is getting to talk about cool books, ideas, and media, but in the summer reading can become a lonely endeavor. Join the English department to win prizes and make new friends by sharing your narrative adventures from the summer. Snacks, stories and fun provided.
Hinkle Hall Faculty Lounge | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Xavier Men's Soccer vs. Wright State
Xavier Athletics
Cheer on the Xavier Men's Soccer team when they face off against Wright State! And come back later when our Women's team faces Wright State at 7.
Corcoran Field | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
ASA: Game Night
African Student Association
Join us for a night of great games and vibes! We will be playing a series of games and introductions as we kickoff a new school year!
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Plant with XSS
Xavier Student Sustainability
Join Xavier Student Sustainability to add some greenery to your room! Come learn about our club, while decorating a pot and planting some flora!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 6:00 PM -7:00PM
Meet Xavier Inclusion Club
Xavier Inclusion Club
Set your goals with Xavier Inclusion Club! Our club works to build bridges and create new friendships between different groups of people. Are you ready for your new year at Xavier?
GSC Clocktower Lounge | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Golden Hour Yoga with SWEAT
Strong Women Exercising and Thriving (SWEAT)
SWEAT is going to host a yoga session during golden hour. We will have a yoga instructor leading a 30-minute session. We will also have a table with some of our merch and current members, so you can engage with the club even if you don't have time for the yoga session!
North Xavier Yard | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Xavier Women's Soccer vs. Wright State
Xavier Athletics
The Xavier Women's team face off against Wright State and we need you there, cheering for victory with your fellow Musketeers!
Corcoran Field | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Worship Night
Coalition for Christian Outreach (CCO)
Come out and join CCO for an evening of Worship and prayer to kick off the semester!
GSC, Room 330 | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Name That Tune!
American Choral Director's Association & NAfME
Can you Name That Tune? We'll help you form teams and work together to guess some famous musical hits from cinema, pop culture, and the past. Snacks will be provided.
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Root Beer Rosary
Life After Sunday (LAS)
Join LAS in its annual kickoff event, Root Beer Rosary! Come make your own twine rosary bracelet while enjoying some wonderful company and root beer floats on the yard!
North Xavier Yard | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream
Alchemyst Club
Join the Alchemyst Club and enjoy some ice cream made with liquid nitrogen!
Walter Bonwell Memorial Garden (Between Logan Hall and Albers Hall) | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMResidential Block Party
Resident Student Association (RSA)
Don't miss the RSA Residential Block Party! Whether you live on campus or off, come celebrate and be part of the block today!
Husman Stage | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Boba Time
Asian & American Students In Action (ASIA)
Grab some boba tea with ASIA and meet our community!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
You Wanna Be on TV?
Film & Television Club
Interested in the production industry? Come learn about Film and TV Club as we showcase what we do and how you can be involved!
GSC First Floor Atrium | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overnight Oats & Grocery Totes with Student Wellbeing Advocacy Group
Student Wellbeing Advocacy Group (SWAG)
Join the Student Wellness Advocacy Group Peer Educators in making your own overnight oats and grocery tote bags!
GSC First Floor - Fireside Lounge | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Disney Singo!
Distance4Dreams (D4D)
Join D4D for Disney Singo! A mix of bingo and Disney songs with prizes, including gift cards and more!
GSC Arrupe Overlook | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Don't Tell Anna
Don't Tell Anna
Xavier's oldest and humblest comedy improv troupe brings WoW a night full of laughter and tomfoolery.
Kennedy Auditorium | 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Paint Party
Student Activities Council
The biggest campus paint party in the world! Student will be blasted with gallons of liquid glow in the dark, neon paint. Come dressed to get wet and party!
North Xavier Yard | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
Group Exercise Sampler Day
Recreational Sports Group Fitness Program
Come join us and try our our various Group Exercise Classes. We will offer 15 minute classes to allow you to drop in and see what you like best!
Health United Building Recreation Center, Group Exercise Studios | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Xplore Cincinnati: The Taylor Party
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
The first 135 students that show up will jump on a bus and head over to Bogart's in Clifton to The Taylor Party, featuring DJs spinning T Swift remixes all night long! Must be 18+ and must have valid ID to attend. Buses meet outside Currito at 8:15pm.
Bogart's (Currito for busing) | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
Xplore Cincinnati: Picnic in the Park
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
Are you ready to explore Cincinnati? We have a fantastic system of parks - including the nearby Eden Park. Jump on a bus and visit the park with us, spend the day on a Condado Tacos picnic and explore the Art Museum after you walk around the park! Meet the bus in front of Currito at 11:45am.
Eden Park (Currito for busing) | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Women in Politics Trivia
Women in Politics
Join us for a game of trivia related to women in politics! The top two winners will receive prizes. Make sure to bring a device so you can play!
GSC Ryan's Landing (lower level) | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Catholic Student Mass
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice
Students are invited to attend and participate in weekly Catholic Mass at Bellarmine Chapel.
Bellarmine Chapel | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pasta with the Jesuits
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice
Join the Catholic student community for a meal with the Jesuits on the Yard after the 4pm student mass. Get to know the Jesuits, fellow students, and opportunities for growing your faith in community with others! All are welcome.
North Xavier Yard | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Xavier Men's Soccer vs. Oakland
Xavier Athletics
Meet at the Soccer field to cheer on the Xavier Men's team against Oakland!
Corcoran Field (soccer field) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Catholic Student Mass
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice
The 4pm and 10pm Catholic Student Masses are held weekly at Bellarmine Chapel.
Bellarmine Chapel | 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
MONDAY, AUGUST 28
Poster & Decoration Sale!
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
Stop by the Poster and Decoration Sale in front of the GSC to pick up posters and other decorations for your home, apartment, or residence hall room. The sale will be here all week – Monday through Friday.
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | GSC Outdoor Concourse
Study Abroad Speed Dating
Center for International Education
Ready to find the study abroad experience of your dreams? Join the Xavier Education Abroad office in a speed dating session to try to help you find the right study abroad program for you! Hop from table to table, learning a little bit about our programs.bit about some of our offered destinations from students and advisors. If you don't know where to start in the study abroad process, start here! Who knows - you might fall head over heels for study abroad!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Popsicles on the Yard
Coalition for Christian Outreach (CCO)
Join us for a free popsicle and to meet a friendly face from CCO!
North Xavier Yard | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Cookout with CAB
Commuter Activities Board (CAB)
Join us for some tasty food, meet your Commuter Activities Board executives, and make some new friends! ALL Xavier Students are welcome!
Husman Stage | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Career Cafe
Career Development Office
Attend the first of a new program being offered by Career Development this year! Career Cafe allows for students to connect with their career coach, as well as interactions from an employer that helps sponsor the event. We will have refreshments available and this will vary from month to month.
Career Development Office (CLC 5th floor) | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Veg Out with the CFJ
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice
Come for a free, vegetarian dinner with the CFJ every week where you can find community. Hang with old friends and meet new people who care about the world.
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice (GSC, Room 310) | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hypnotist Nadeen Manuel
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
Don't miss the amazingly funny talents of our hypnotist! She will pull several Xavier students onstage from the audience and hypnotize them into doing some hilarious stuff in front of a live audience. See you there!
GSC Theater | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
TUESDAY, AUGUST 29
Poster & Decoration Sale!
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
Stop by the Poster and Decoration Sale in front of the GSC to pick up posters and other decorations for your home, apartment, or residence hall room. The sale will be here all week – Monday through Friday.
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | GSC Outdoor Concourse
Tie Dye with LGBTQ+ Alliance
LGBTQ+ Alliance
We're dye-ing to see you! Come join Alliance and get a free t-shirt or socks to tie-dye!
GSC Outdoor Amphitheater | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Make It Your Own: DIY Decor with XAS
Xavier Art Society
New Room? Make it your own! Come join XAS in making room decorations for your new space. Paint flower pots, suncatchers, and other wall decor to make your room your own. This fun, relaxing event is the perfect event to meet new people and do some crafts!
Husman Stage | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Dear Future Me and Frozen Treats
Black Care Club
Students will come to join Black Care Club to write a letter to their future selves. A letter for the end of the academic year while also enjoying ice cream.
Alter Hall, Room 207 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Slip Slide - Be Your Own Mermaid
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
Before the new Little Mermaid plays on the yard, here's your chance to have your own go at our double water slide or take your photo in our under the sea photo opp. Prepare to get wet!
North Xavier Yard | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Catholic Community Night Kick Off
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice
Join for some or all of our weekly Tuesday Catholic Community Night: Adoration 5:30-8pm, Confession 7-8pm & Mass at 8pm in Bellarmine Chapel. After head to Gallagher for Together in Christ for faith sharing and community at 8:45pm.
Bellarmine Chapel and GSC Arrupe Overlook Lounge | 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
"Little Mermaid" (2023) - Monday Night Movie
Office of Student Involvement, Gallagher Student Center, and Commuter Services
The youngest of King Triton's daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life -- and her father's crown -- in jeopardy. Rated PG.
North Xavier Yard | 9:00 PM - 11:30 PM