Welcome Week Activities

Aug. 22
National Be an Angel Day
7:30-8:30 a.m.
Barnett Hall, Pickler Memorial Library and Magruder Hall
Donuts to be served at each location.

Fitness Classes Begin
6-7 p.m.
Student Recreation Center
Full listing can be found here.

Monty’s Birthday Party
6-7 p.m.
Missouri Hall
Come celebrate Missouri Hall mascot Monty the Moose’s birthday with President Thomas. There will be snacks, music and party games. In addition, there will be a chance to take a photo with President Thomas and Monty at a photo booth.

House Meeting: New Success Strategies
Residents will attend a house meeting hosted by their student advisor between Aug. 22-26. See a student advisor for date, time and location of each house meeting.

Start Date to Submit Roommate Agreements
Residents will be emailed a link to complete a digital roommate agreement. All residents with a roommate will need to complete a roommate agreement. Completed agreements will be submitted online directly to the student advisor. Residents have until Sept. 2 to submit their roommate agreement online.

Bonus Bucks
20% bonus for every $100 deposited on a dining card. Ends Sept. 2.

Aug. 23
Donuts Part Two
6-7 p.m.
McClain Hall and Fountain
Donuts to be served at each location.

Slack Line on the Quad
4:30 p.m.

“Puppy Chow” with the President
6-7 p.m.
BNB/Dobson Hall
Come make chow with President Thomas. Popcorn, chips and drinks will be available outside in the BNB courtyard.

Intramurals
Sign up to play at IMLeagues.com
Sign up for 3v3 basketball by Aug. 26; league play starts Aug. 29
Sign up for cornhole by Aug. 31
Sign up for team disc golf by Sept. 1
Sign up for sand volleyball by Sept. 2

Bonus Bucks
20% bonus for every $100 deposited on a dining card. Ends Sept. 2.

Roommate Agreements
Due by Sept. 2.

Aug. 24
Welcome Back Swag Give-Away
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Quad

Karaoke with President Thomas
6-7 p.m.
Ryle Hall
Residents will have a chance to experience a personal concert by President Sue Thomas in Ryle Hall. Residents will also have the opportunity to show off their excellent singing ability to each other and the president.

Aug. 25
National Banana Split Day
2-4 p.m.
HUB in the Student Union Building
Free banana splits.

The REC’s Birthday
In honor of the Student Recreation Center’s 25th birthday, there will be prize giveaways and snacks offered throughout the day. Check Instagram for details.

Slack Line on the Quad
4:30 p.m.

SAB Meeting
6 p.m.
Student Union Building Conference Room
The first Student Activities Board meeting for the 2022-2023 school year.

President Thomas Residence Hall Visits
6-7 p.m.
Ryle Hall

Aug. 26
Back to School Bash
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Student Union Building
Challenge yourself with the mechanical bull outside or mobile escape rooms in the Student Union Building.

Fraternity and Sorority Life Interest BBQ
4 p.m.
Quad

Student Government Meeting
5 p.m.
Student Union Building Conference Room
The first Student Government meeting for the 2022-2023 school year.

Aug. 29
Open House – Student Health Center/University Counseling Services
4-6 p.m.
McKinney Center
Students, faculty and staff are invited to drop by and meet the therapists, nurse practitioners, nurses and supporting staff for the Student Health Center and University Counseling Services. This is a chance to learn more about the services offered and tour the facilities. Free lemonade and cookies will also be available.

Bonus Bucks
20% bonus for every $100 deposited on a dining card. Ends Sept. 2.

Roommate Agreements
Due by Sept. 2.

Aug. 30
Pictures with the President
6-7 p.m.
West Campus Suites
WCS residents will be able to pose with President Thomas and take a picture with her to kick off their year at Truman.

Aug. 31
National Trail Mix Day
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Quad

Treats with President Thomas
6-7 p.m.
Campbell Apartments
Go door-to-door to reverse trick-or-treat with President Thomas and the residents of Campbell.

Activities Fair – Find Your Flock
12-5 p.m.
Student Union Building
This event is a great way to learn more about numerous campus and community organizations.

Sept. 2
National College Colors Day
10-11 a.m.
Fountain Area
Rally Towel Give-A-Way to those wearing purple.

Bonus Bucks
Last day to purchase bonus bucks.

Roommate Agreements
Last day to submit roommate agreements.