Welcome Week Schedule | Shenandoah University

NavFlex

NavFlex is a checklist of all the tasks you need to navigate during Move-in Day and Welcome Week so your transition to Shenandoah can be smooth as possible! Most tasks will have the flexibility of doing what you need on-line.

Welcome home, Hornets!

To view your checklist, click here: NavFlex Checklist

Completing Your Checklist

Welcome home, Hornets! During Welcome Week, please feel free to ask anyone your questions and we will be there to help you on your Shenandoah journey. We are so glad you have joined the Shenandoah family.

Have you taken your COVID-19 Test at the Brandt Student Center?

RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS ONLY – After you finish unloading your car and moving into your residence hall, you will proceed to the Ferrari Room in the Brandt Student Center to complete your COVID-19 test. The testing takes place on August 18-19 and 21-22 from 9 am – 4 pm. We want to make the move-in process as seamless as possible for you, so we will be there to answer questions and support your needs.

RETURNING RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS should go to the Ferrari Room for testing BEFORE going to your residence hall.

Have you downloaded the Shenandoah Go app?

If you have an iPhone, go to the App Store to download the Shenandoah Go app. If you have an android, go to the Google Play store to download the Shenandoah Go app. Once downloaded, please begin to track your symptom daily. We’re all doing our part to keep Shenandoah safe!

Have you completed your tasks for Hornet Central and Financial Aid?

Click this click to find your Hornet Central and Financial Aid tasks.

Have you checked in with your academic advisor? Do you have any questions about your classes?

Click this link to find a list of all the Academic Advisors or offices, feel free to reach out to them for help during the school year.

Have you tried opening your campus mail box?

NEW RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS ONLY – You will be given your mailbox number, lock combination and new SU address during check-in at your residence hall. Go to the Mail Room in the Brandt Student Center Monday – Friday 9 am-4:30 pm. Please remember to wear a mask and practice social distancing. Also, don’t forget to give your friends and family your new address.

Here is a link on how to open your mailbox, if you are having some trouble:

RETURNING RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS will keep the same mailbox as last year.

Have you submitted your work-study forms and I.D.s so you can work this semester?

NEW STUDENT WORKERS – Human Resources will be in Brandt Student Center August 18 & 19 9 am-4 pm. After that you can go to the Human Resources Office in Wilkins Administration Building Monday – Friday 9 am-5 pm. Bring your two forms of identification to complete the I9-form. For more work-study information click here.

Have you bought your textbooks and school supplies?

The bookstore is located in the lower level of the Brandt Student Center. The bookstore’s hours are Monday – Friday 9 am-5 pm and Saturday 10 am-2 pm. Click here for Shenandoah’s online book store Here you can find your textbooks for class and pick them up later.

Have you picked up your SU ID?

NEW STUDENTS – IDs can be picked up from Auxiliary Services, located in the Wilkins Administration Building Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. When picking up your SU ID, remember to wear a mask and practice social distancing.

NEW GRADUATE STUDENTS will receive information from their program leaders on how to receive your student IDs.

Have you bought your parking permit?

Parking Permits are available for pickup in the Brandt Student Center August 17-28, Monday – Friday, 8 am-4 pm. Buy your permit here.

Have you submitted all your health forms to the Wilkins Wellness Center?

NEW STUDENTS – Click here to find information about health forms and the Wilkins Wellness Center.

The Wilkins Wellness Center is located behind Racey Hall and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Center does not have walk-in appointments at this time. They are available for questions or to make appointments via email or phone at (540) 665-4530 or wwcenter@su.edu.

Have you organized yourself and your schedule?

Having everything organized can ensure that you have a successful school year! If you are feeling nervous or distress, reach out to the Counseling Center. If you need help with your schedule, reach out to an academic advisor.

Have you connected with your work-study supervisor?

Click here to find work-study information.

Have you set up your WEPA printer account?

Click here to set up an account with WEPA. WEPA printers are located in your dorm’s lobby, so you can print your school materials when needed.

Have you familiarized yourself with the Library’s resources?

Click here to view the resources that the Library provides and how they can support you with your academic endeavors.

Our Library team created a video explaining what reasources the library offers and some details on how to use the WEPA printers. Please the video to understand how the Shenandoah library can support you!

Have you received your laptop from Institutional Computing?

NEW UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS – If you have yet to receive your Shenandoah-provided MacBook, visit Brant Student Center room 115 on August 18 or 19 9am-4pm. Please contact Institutional Computing at helpdesk@su.edu with questions. New students still needing iPads will be notified by our Institutional Computing team when they are ready to pick up.

Have you participated in Welcome Week events?

Make sure you participate in all the Welcome Events you can listed on this page. GRADUATE STUDENTS will receive programing specifics from organizers in your area of study.

We are beyond excited to have you here!

New Student Move-In FAQs

If you are a new student, here is some information about Move-in day: New Student Move-In FAQs

Welcome Week Schedule #SUWelcomeHome

(Please continue to check for schedule changes. Last updated 8/20/20.)

Specific events require pre-registration via Engage.

Welcome Week | Full Schedule

Downloadable version here: Shenandoah’s Welcome Week Schedule of Events – 2020

Welcome Week | Monday, August 17

International Student Orientation begins at 9 a.m. via Zoom for all new international students (first-year, transfer and graduate). Join a variety of virtual sessions to learn about immigration laws, Shenandoah’s services, health and wellness, what to expect in the American classroom and more! For more information, contact iss@su.edu.

Welcome Week | Tuesday, August 18

Move-In Day for New Residential Students / 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day with 2 hour move-in time based on room number.

Virtual Scavenger Hunt begins on Tuesday, August 18, at noon and ends on Friday, August 21 at 5 p.m. As you move-in to your new space, see if you can find the items outlined on this google form and learn about your new campus while you’re at it! Fill out the form and include your name and SU email so we can contact you if you are a lucky winner! Prizes are available for first, second and third place entries. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

SU Cribs begins on Tuesday, August 18, at noon and ends on Saturday, August 22, 11:59p.m. Post your new residence hall room set-up and decorations on social media and tag the Student Life Facebook @shenandoahstudentlife or Instagram @sustudentlife to be entered to win. Three students who participate will be randomly selected for a prize! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu .

First Generation Student Meet & Greet begins at 4 p.m. and ends at 5 p.m. via Zoom. First generation students are students who are the first in their family to attend college or their parents did not receive a degree. Join us for a chance to meet other first generation students and start building our First Gen community! For more information, contact Amy Sine at asine@su.edu.

Kahoot Sports Trivia begins at 7 p.m. and ends at 8 p.m. via Zoom. Answer questions about national sports teams and try to gain the most points. Hint: There will also be some SU sports teams questions. Prizes are awarded to the top three winners! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Virtual Paint Night begins at 7 p.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Join us for a step by step demonstration of how to draw our mascot Buzzy! Register on Engage to receive the link to the online event and reserve your paint supplies! Supplies can be picked up at the Brandt Student Center Information Desk on Tuesday any time before 6 p.m. This event is limited to 24 students. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Required: Residence Hall Meeting begins at 9 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. Residence Hall Meetings are required for all new residential students. The Residence Life staff will go over important information about Welcome Week and acclimating to living on campus. The meeting will take place virtually unless instructed otherwise. Talk to your Resident Assistant or email reslife@su.edu for more information.

Welcome Week | Wednesday, August 19

Move-In Day for New Residential Students / 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day with 2 hour move-in time based on the room number.

Virtual Welcome Week 5K sponsored by the Shenandoah University Alumni Association begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and ends at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 23. Print out your own Virtual Welcome Week 5K bib and complete a 5K, running or walking, either inside on a treadmill or outdoors; you make your own route! Once you complete the 5K, post a picture of yourself with the bib on social media using the #ShenandoahVirtual5K hashtag. You can also submit your photos to alums@su.edu if you don’t want to post on social media. Those who complete the 5K before midnight on Sunday, Aug. 23, will be entered into a drawing for prizes! For more information, contact the Office of Donor & Alumni Relations at alums@su.edu.

Required: School of Nursing ASD and Transfer Student Orientation is from 8:30 to noon in the Health & Life Sciences Building (HLSB), Rooms 121, 122 and 123. This is required for students attending courses in Winchester. For more information, contact nursing at 540-678-4374. (Please note this is an in-person event.)

Military Students Connect begins at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Meet with Veterans & Technology Specialist, Niccole Gatliff from the University Registrar’s Office. Learn about support programs for veterans, active duty service members and their families, meet and connect with other military affiliated students and hear about connection opportunities for the fall semester. For more information, contact Niccole Gatliff at ngatliff@su.edu.

Your Career Journey Starts Today begins at 11 a.m. via Zoom. Connect with Employer Relations Coordinator Rachel Lombardo from Career & Professional Development. Introduction to Handshake will include how to activate your profile, how to search for jobs and internships, how to make an appointment with a staff member, and so much more. The session includes goal setting for your future with short and long term goals. For more information, contact Rachel Lombardo at rlombard@su.edu.

The [Not Just] Women’s Center Meet & Greet begins at 1 p.m. via Zoom. The [Not Just] Women’s Center is committed to a campus free of sexual violence and from the fear of all violence. Learn more about our support programs for survivors of sexual violence, campus education and ways that you can become involved to create positive change in our community. For more information, contact Sarah Celec at scelec112@su.edu.

Safe Zone Training begins at 3 p.m. via Zoom. Safe Zone at Shenandoah University is a network of people who seek to affirm and support sexual and gender diversity. Safe Zone members are working to create a community that understands and honors the value of each unique individual. Safe Zone workshop participants receive Safe Zone stickers to openly display as a symbol they are allies who can provide support and resources to LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff and campus visitors. Register on Engage to attend this virtual event and receive materials! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Men United For Excellence (MUE) Meet-Up begins at 4 p.m. via Zoom. MUE is a mentoring group for African American males to build a framework of excellence in education, economics, ethical decision-making, and servant-leader philanthropy. Meet the advisors, connect with students, and learn about building your Shenandoah support system. For more information, contact Nate Tabourn at ntabourn14@su.edu.

Kahoot Disney Trivia begins at 5 p.m. via Zoom. Answer questions about your favorite Disney characters and movies! Correct responses turn into points —get the most points to win. Prizes awarded to the top 3 winners! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Student Conduct Conversation begins at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Are you curious as to what the student code of conduct is, where to find information on it, and what your rights and responsibilities are? Come join the Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards for an interactive discussion and trivia contest to test your student conduct smarts. Participants have a chance to earn gift cards to local restaurants! For more information, contact Matthew Coats at mcoats@su.edu.

Spectrum and Q in Question Meet & Greet begins at 7 p.m. via Zoom. During September and February a group of students, along with DeLyn and Sarah Celec, meet to discuss spiritual views on gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation at Q in Question each Tuesday at 9 p.m. During the other months of the school year, Spectrum, an LGBTQ+ alliance, is a student organization that meets weekly to create safe social spaces to get to know each other, mingle with stories and snacks, discuss queer topics, and plan future events. Tonight’s meeting is an invitation for you to connect with these groups before starting our official September gatherings. For more information, contact DeLyn Celec at dcelec@su.edu.

Total Body X begins at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Total Body X is hosted by Nicole. Participants experience a variety of strength, cardio and core exercises as you push past ordinary and become X-traordinary with Nicole during Total Body X. This full body workout is sure to help you reach your fitness goals through the use of body weight exercises focused on helping you strengthen, tone and build up your cardiovascular endurance. This class is available for all skill levels. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Nuestra Comunidad begins at 8 p.m. via Zoom. Students who identify as Hispanic/Latinx are encouraged to attend this special gathering to learn about Shenandoah’s Hispanic/Latinx student organization, Estudiantes Unidos. Participants will also hear from alum about what it is like to be Hispanic/Latinx at SU, and explore ways to create a sense of community in your new environment. For more information, contact Diversity Programs Coordinator, Karen Cornejo Guillen at kcornejo14@su.edu.

Required: Residence Hall Meeting begins at 9 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. Residence Hall Meetings are required for all new residential students. The Residence Life staff will go over important information about Welcome Week and acclimating to living on campus. The meeting will take place virtually unless instructed otherwise. Talk to your Resident Assistant or email reslife@su.edu for more information.

Welcome Week | Thursday, August 20

SU Cribs begins on Tuesday, August 18, at noon and ends on Saturday, August 22, 11:59p.m Post your new residence hall room set-up and decorations on social media and tag the Student Life Facebook @shenandoahstudentlife or Instagram @sustudentlife to be entered to win. Three students who participate will be randomly selected for a prize! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Required: School Orientation Sessions/Advising is throughout the day. Please look at the schedule below. During these sessions, students will meet their school’s leadership team, review student academic policies, attend breakout sessions, by major. Zoom links will be sent out by each department unless noted here. For more information, contact Jana Mangubat at jmanguba@su.edu.

School of Nursing Graduate Students Orientation takes place between 8 a.m. and noon. Please check your email for your invitation. Questions? Contact nursing at 540-678-4374.
School of Nursing First Year Student Orientation takes place at 9 a.m. via Zoom.
School of Business Orientation session begins at 9 a.m. via Zoom.
College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) Overview session takes place between 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. via Zoom. After the overview session, students meet from 11 a.m. to noon to meet with their departments and advisors at various locations.
Conservatory Orientation starts at 9 a.m. Look at the full schedule of events.

Faith Seeking Justice (FSJ) Christian Leadership Certificate Virtual Open House runs from noon to 1 p.m.via Zoom. Students from a Christian background who want to know more about enrolling in the Christian Leadership Undergraduate Certificate Program and earning academic credit can drop in virtually during their lunch break to meet, chat with, and ask questions of support staff and other students in the program. FSJ helps students understand how they can live out their faith as ethical and compassionate justice-seeking leaders wherever life takes them after graduation. For more information, contact Ian Urriola at iurriola@su.edu.

Academic Support Services starts at 1 p.m. and ends at 2 p.m. via Zoom. Learn about academic support services available on campus and online. After this session, you will know how and where to find assistance with writing, math, and tutoring. For more information, contact Holli Phillips at hphillip@su.edu.

ShenFlex Q&A Session #1 begins at 2 p.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m via Zoom. Learn what ShenFlex is and ask questions. You only need to attend one Q&A session. For more information, contact Jana Mangubat at jmanguba@su.edu.

ShenFlex Q&A Session #2 begins at 3 p.m. and ends at 3:45 p.m via Zoom. Learn what ShenFlex is and ask questions. You only need to attend one Q&A session. For more information, contact Jana Mangubat at jmanguba@su.edu.

Race Talk with First-Year Seminar (FYS) Mentors Jamie and Camryn is from 3:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. via Zoom. Join two of our FYS mentors for an open discussion on race and racism and how we can work to make race less difficult to talk about — particularly when everyone is struggling with a pandemic. As Gen Z, it is our opportunity and obligation to progress these conversations, so let’s learn how to do it well. There are multiple sessions available that are limited to 20 students so we can have a good conversation. Sign up quickly — these spaces will fill up. We look forward to getting to know you and getting our semester started with open, honest discussion. Register on Engage to receive the Zoom information. For more information, contact Camryn Roberts at croberts18@su.edu.

Race Talk with First-Year Seminar (FYS) Mentors Jamie and Camryn is from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. via Zoom. Join two of our FYS mentors for an open discussion on race and racism and how we can work to make race less difficult to talk about — particularly when everyone is struggling with a pandemic. As Gen Z, it is our opportunity and obligation to progress these conversations, so let’s learn how to do it well. There are multiple sessions available that are limited to 20 students so we can have a good conversation. Sign up quickly — these spaces will fill up. We look forward to getting to know you and getting our semester started with open, honest discussion. Register on Engage to receive the Zoom information. For more information, contact Camryn Roberts at croberts18@su.edu.

Required: Meet your FYS Class is between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. via Zoom. Please watch your email for communication from your FYS mentor about your class meeting time and Zoom link. For more information, contact Jana Mangubat at jmanguba@su.edu.

Dance Party begins at 8 p.m. via Zoom. Dance party hosted by Morgan is an energized fitness class that feels more like a night out dancing than a workout at the gym. Party yourself into shape with dance moves inspired by hip-hop music that will get your heart rate up while shaping your body. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Late Night Lie Swatter begins at 9 p.m. via Zoom. Lie Swatter is a true or false style general knowledge trivia game run through a secondary website. Individual events begin at 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Prizes are awarded to the top finishers in both games. Be sure to have your cell phone charged as you will need it to answer the questions. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Welcome Week | Friday, August 21

Day 1 of Returning Students Move-In | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Residence Hall Lobby
Returning students move in on Aug 21 or 22. You will receive the exact date and your 2-hour move in time in your SU email. Contact ResLife@su.edu if you have questions.

SU Spirit Day begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. online on Shenandoah’s Instagram Account (@ShenandoahUniversity). Shenandoah is excited to announce the first SU Spirit Day of the fall is Friday, Aug. 21! Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to wear red and blue or Shenandoah gear every Friday during the semester!

For the first Spirit Day, five gift cards will be given out on Shenandoah’s Instagram @ShenandoahUniversity. Spirit Days celebrate the variety of good things happening on campus throughout the year. Use the hashtag #SUSpiritDay to be featured on Shenandoah University’s social media accounts.

How to participate:

Post a photo on your Instagram Story rocking red and blue or SU gear on Friday, Aug. 21, until 4 p.m.
Tag @ShenandoahUniversity in your post. (If your account is private, please DM your post.)
Shenandoah will announce five winners at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, on the @ShenandoahUniversity Instagram Story.

Questions? Contact the Office of Marketing & Communications at omc@su.edu.

Required: New ASD Nursing Students takes place between 8 a.m. to noon. This event is required for ASD students attending courses at the Scholar Plaza, Loudoun location. This will include an orientation session with advisors and is in person at Scholar Plaza, Loudoun. For more information, contact Lynn Bonaventure at 540-535-3402 or lbonaven@su.edu.

Leadership and Mentoring Program (LAMP) – Shining Light on the Future takes place from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. via Zoom. The Leadership and Mentoring Program (LAMP) was established to provide students with a support system where ideas and professional experience can be exchanged in a nurturing and healthy environment. The panelists discuss their involvement in the program and the overall benefits of joining LAMP. Panelists share their personal stories regarding the development of their mentor-mentee relationships. For more information, contact Jacob Shaffer at jshaffer13@su.edu or Dr. Fritz Polite at fpolite@su.edu.

Civic Action at SU! begins at 10 a.m.via Zoom. This session will explore ways that students can be involved in both the SU and Winchester community through volunteering, dialogues across difference, and voter engagement. Contact Director of Civic Engagement, Keith Jones Pomeroy, at kjonespo@su.edu for more information.

Civic Action at SU! begins at 10:30 am at the Leadership Lawn. This session will explore ways that students can be involved in both the SU and Winchester community through volunteering, dialogues across difference, and voter engagement. Contact Director of Civic Engagement, Keith Jones Pomeroy, at kjonespo@su.edu for more information.

Kahoot “The Office” Trivia begins at 11 a.m. via Zoom. Answer questions about the tv show “The Office” and your favorite characters or sometimes your not-so-favorite characters (that’s you, Toby!). Gain the most points for correct responses to win. Prizes are awarded to the top 3 winners! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Virtual Rock Paper Scissors Tournament begins at 1 p.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. via Zoom. The tournament-style is best 3 out of 5. Each participant needs three pieces of paper and a marker. The pieces of paper should read “rock,” “paper,” and “scissors.” The top finishers win a prize! Pre-registration on Engage is required by 9 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Mosaic Center Tour begins at 2:30 p.m. via Zoom. Are you passionate about social justice and creating change within and beyond Shenandoah? Get to know the Mosaic Center through a virtual tour, ask questions about our upcoming events, and share your thoughts on what you would like to do this academic year. For more information, contact Diversity Programs Coordinator, Karen Cornejo Guillen, at kcornejo14@su.edu.

Your Career Journey Starts Today begins at 3 p.m. via Zoom. Connect with Employer Relations Coordinator Rachel Lombardo from Career & Professional Development. Introduction to Handshake includes how to activate your profile, how to search for jobs and internships, how to make an appointment with a staff member, and so much more. The session also covers goal setting for your future with short and long term goals. For more information, contact Rachel Lombardo at rlombard@su.edu.

Transfer Connection begins at 4 p.m. via Zoom. Transfer Connection is a program designed to make transfer students’ transition into the Shenandoah community as seamless as possible. The program builds on what transfer students already know while highlighting the unique opportunities and resources that Shenandoah has to offer. More importantly, this is a great time to meet and connect with other transfer students. For more information, contact Amy Sine at asine@su.edu.

Bingo (Session #1) begins at 6 p.m. in the Game Room of the Brandt Student Center. Join in on a Shenandoah tradition and test your luck by playing bingo! Winners receive amazing prizes! Pre-registration is required on Engage and spots are limited to 25 students. Students must follow social distancing and mask guidelines. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Bingo (Session #2) begins at 7 p.m. in the Game Room of the Brandt Student Center. Join in on a Shenandoah tradition and test your luck by playing bingo! Winners receive amazing prizes! Pre-registration is required on Engage and spots are limited to 25 students. Students must follow social distancing and mask guidelines. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Required: “The Buzz” #1 begins at 8 p.m. via Zoom. This is a required event for first-year students. Your FYS Mentor will email you with Zoom link details and officially schedule you for session #1 OR session #2. There will be a First-Year Seminar (FYS) gathering following The Buzz at 9 p.m. with your respective FYS mentor. During this mandatory session, participants learn more about topics pertaining to consensual sex, conduct, alcohol, discrimination and bias, conflicts with your roommate, and much more. For more information, please contact your FYS mentor directly or Sarah Celec at scelec112@su.edu.

Welcome Week | Saturday, August 22

Day 2 of Returning Students Move-In | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Residence Hall Lobby
Returning students move in on Aug 21 or 22. You will receive the exact date and your 2-hour move in time in your SU email. Contact ResLife@su.edu if you have questions.

Hike to Bear’s Den begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. at Bear’s Den Trail (Harry Byrd Hwy, Bluemont, VA 20135). Take Route 7 west until it intersects Route 601 at the top of the mountain. At the base of the mountain, at the intersection of Route 601 and Route 7, is a gravel parking lot where you can park for free and will meet your guide from Shenandoah Outdoor & Adventure Recreation (SOAR). You must provide your own transportation due to safety guidelines. Pre-registration is required on Engage to participate. For more information, contact SOAR at suoutdoors@su.edu.

Learn Your Campus begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. at the Brandt Student Center, Information Desk. Do you want to find where your classes are located on campus before school starts on Monday? Volunteers are available to help you find your classes on campus! Bring your class schedule and drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All new students, including transfers and commuters, are welcome. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Shopping Shuttles begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. Shopping shuttles depart and return at the front steps of the Brandt Student Center. The store pick-up and drop-off locations are Target, Walmart and Five Below. The van service is free for all students; bring your own money for shopping. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Esports Smash Bros. Tournament takes place between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the Esports Arena (located inside of the Armory). Compete against your peers in a tournament to win Super Smash Bros., a video game where there is a series of crossover fighting featuring primarily Nintendo characters. This event is limited to 25 students, pre-registration on Engage required. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Required: “The Buzz” #2 begins at 3 p.m. via Zoom. This is a required event for first-year students. Your FYS Mentor will email you with Zoom link details and officially schedule you for session #1 OR session #2. There will be a First-Year Seminar (FYS) gathering following The Buzz at 9 p.m. with your respective FYS mentor. During this mandatory session, participants learn more about topics pertaining to consensual sex, conduct, alcohol, discrimination and bias, conflicts with your roommate, and much more. For more information, please contact your FYS mentor directly or Sarah Celec at scelec112@su.edu.

Muslim Student Meet-up begins at 5 p.m. via Zoom. This meetup is open to all students. Meet other Shenandoah Muslim students and learn about activities and programs you can participate in throughout the year. Come with your own ideas too! For more information, contact Hanaa Unus at hunus@su.edu.

Cornhole Tournament takes place between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Intramural Field located behind the Brandt Student Center. Teams of two students battle in a round-robin style tournament of cornhole. Prizes are awarded to the top two teams! For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu.

Required: “The Buzz” | Athlete Edition begins at 8 p.m. via Zoom. This is a required event for first-year student-athletes. Your coach will provide you with your Zoom Link. First-year student-athletes are required to attend this session of “The Buzz” in place of the session they would otherwise attend with their FYS class. Participants learn more about topics pertaining to consensual sex, alcohol, discrimination and bias, Title IX and much more. For more information, please contact Sarah Celec at scelec112@su.edu.

Required: Residence Hall Meeting begins at 9 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. Residence Hall Meetings are required for all new and returning residential students. The Residence Life staff will share important information about living on campus and creating a safe and inclusive living environment. Meetings are held virtually unless instructed otherwise. Talk to your Resident Assistant or email reslife@su.edu for more information.

Welcome Week | Sunday, August 23

Hybrid Fitness Class begins at 10 a.m. at the Intramural Field and is also available online via Zoom. This low impact class incorporates exercises designed to get you moving in a fun, effective and safe manner. This class focuses on developing your muscular strength and range of motion as well as your cardiovascular fitness which helps gain strength mentally and physically. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu. If you are attending online, join via Zoom at https://su.zoom.us/j/3992821223.

Self-care, Transition, and Mental Health during the Pandemic starts at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom. Join Dr. Karina Chace, PhD, LPC, one of the mental health clinicians in the Counseling Center, to learn about strategies to kick-off your year focused on your mental well-being and success. Please contact counseling@su.edu for more information.

Uncommon Chapel begins at noon. This ecumenical Christian service holds space for those who want to worship in community, experience a sense of belonging and apply their faith to work toward social justice. The worship video premieres on Shenandoah’s YouTube at noon, which you may watch safely anywhere in a virtual or socially-distanced community. The Goodson Chapel & Recital Hall is open for those who would like to watch there. At 12:30 p.m, Holy Communion will be celebrated live, according to safety protocols, in the parking lot adjacent to Goodson, across from the Wilkins Administrative building. All are welcome to drive or walk to receive communion, socially distanced and outdoors. For more information, contact DeLyn Celec at dcelec@su.edu.

Required: Convocation #1 begins at 1 p.m. and ends at 2 p.m. at the Wilkins Athletic and Events Center (WAEC). This is a required event. For more information, contact Krista Humphries at khumphri11@su.edu.

Watch via zoom here or go to the Shenandoah University Facebook page.

Hammocks on the Quad begins at 1 p.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Hammock check-out is available at the Brandt Student Center Information Desk. Make sure to bring your student I.D. in exchange for a hammock. For more information, contact Shenandoah Outdoor & Adventure Recreation (SOAR) at suoutdoors@su.edu.

Required: Convocation #2 begins a 3 p.m. and ends at 4 p.m. at the Wilkins Athletic and Events Center (WAEC). This is a required event. For more information, contact Krista Humphries at khumphri11@su.edu.

Watch via zoom here or go to the Shenandoah University Facebook page.

Express Jazzercise Virtual Fitness Class begins at 3 p.m. via Zoom. Led by local instructor, Cassie, this express 30-minute class is a high intensity dance party that fuses cardio, strength, Pilates, hip-hop, yoga and kickboxing. For more information, contact studentlife@su.edu. First Day of Classes!

Welcome Back BBQ begins at 4:30 p.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m. outside of the Allen Dining Hall on the Quad and the BSC’s Hornet Grill. The menu includes all your BBQ favorites and vegetarian, gluten free, and special dietary/allergy foods upon request. The buffet will be safely served by Sodexo Staff. All new students, including transfers and commuters, are welcome. Remember to wear a mask and maintain social distancing rules. For more information and if you have any allergen-free meal requests, please contact dining@su.edu. The buffet dinner rain location is inside Allen Dining Hall.

Required: Convocation #3 begins at 5 p.m. and ends at 6 p.m. at the Wilkins Athletic and Events Center (WAEC). This is a required event. For more information, contact Krista Humphries at khumphri11@su.edu.

Watch via zoom here or go to the Shenandoah University Facebook page.

“Shenandoah Rises” and this is going to be a GREAT year at SU!

Required: COVID-19 Zoom Webinar 8 p.m.

We are holding a mandatory COVID-19 education session via Zoom at 8 p.m. Your attendance is required as this is the session that will help you understand the do’s and don’ts of college life during a pandemic. You will learn about high and low exposure, how to safely socialize, and how to take care of yourself and our community to ensure the lowest positivity rates possible.

Please join at https://su.zoom.us/j/91027491995

A panel of health officials will be on hand to provide information about COVID-19:

Hanan Kallash, family nurse practitioner and executive director of the Wilkins Wellness and Counseling Center
Dr. Jeff Feit, vice president for population health at Valley Health and the lead for VH’s ambulatory response to coronavirus
Dr. Michon Bechamps, who serves as the medical director to Shenandoah for Wilkins Wellness Center

For events throughout the year check out the Events Calendar.

Welcome Week Academic Program Schedule

(Please continue to check for schedule changes. Last updated 8/16/20.)

Arts and Sciences Schedule

Thursday, Aug. 20

College of Arts and Sciences Academic Welcome | 10 a.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom

Required for all first-year students. You will get a chance to meet Dean Jeffrey Coker and College of Arts & Sciences faculty. Meeting as one group in the beginning, you will then break into smaller groups to learn about career planning, advising and other important topics relating to settling in at Shenandoah and college life.

Contact the Office of Advising at 540-665-5546 or jstrader@su.edu.

Nursing Schedule

Wednesday, Aug. 19

School of Nursing ASD and Transfer Student Orientation | 8:30 a.m.

In-person session is located in the Health & Life Sciences Building (HLSB), Rooms 121, 122 and 123.

This required event is for students attending courses in Winchester. For more information, contact nursing at 540-678-4374.

Thursday, Aug. 20

School of Nursing Graduate Students Orientation | 8 a.m.

Virtual Session

Please check your email for your invitation. Attendance is required for all new graduate-level nursing students. Questions? Contact nursing at 540-678-4374. New Graduate Nursing Student Orientation begins with time with assigned advisors.

School of Nursing First Year Student Orientation | 9 a.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom

The Welcome Session for new nursing students consists of informative virtual gatherings at both the Winchester and Leesburg campuses. You will meet with your instructors and spend time learning about your program.

Friday, Aug. 21

New ASD Nursing Student Orientation | 8 a.m.

In-person Session

This event is required for ASD students attending courses at the Scholar Plaza, Loudoun location. This will include an orientation session with advisors and is in person at Scholar Plaza, Loudoun. For more information, contact Lynn Bonaventure at 540-535-3402 or lbonaven@su.edu.

Conservatory Schedule

Thursday, Aug. 20

All information regarding the audition process for all of the Conservatory’s music, theatre and dance ensembles and productions can be found at su.edu.

All audition forms are now available to submit your video auditions and/or sign up for in-person auditions as available. Be sure to closely review the audition guidelines and submission process for each ensemble.

Thursday, Aug. 20

Orientation for New Conservatory Freshman and Transfer Students | 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Advising for New Conservatory Freshman and Transfer Students | 10 a.m. to noon

Acting via Zoom
Musical Theatre and Musical Theatre Accompanying via Zoom
Theatre Design and Production via Zoom
Music Education via Zoom.
Music Production & Recording Technology & Jazz Studies via Zoom
Recording & Audio Arts via Zoom
Music Therapy via Zoom
Composition via Zoom
Piano Performance via Zoom
Vocal Performance via Zoom
Instrumental Performance via Zoom
Dance via Zoom

Undergraduate Music Theory Placement Exam | 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom

Undergraduate Music Theory Challenge Exams| 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom

Friday, Aug. 21

Dance Area Meeting | 11:15 to 12:45

Virtual Session via Zoom

All new and returning dance students

Voice Area Meeting/Opera & Choral Information Session | 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom

*All BM Voice Performance majors are required to attend.

Monday, Aug. 24 | 8 a.m.

Classes begin!

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Upper-Class Choreography Scheduling Meeting | 4:30 p.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom

Dance majors only.

Wednesday, Aug. 26

Conservatory Convocation | 3 p.m.

All Conservatory faculty and students gather for the annual conservatory convocation.

Business Schedule

Thursday, August 20

School of Business Orientation | 9 a.m.

Virtual Session via Zoom.

Attendance is required for first-year and transfer students. School of Business Orientation begins with a student panel presentation and meetings with assigned advisors. For more information, contact 540-665-5428.

NavFlex

New Student Move-In FAQs

Welcome Week Schedule #SUWelcomeHome

Welcome Week Academic Program Schedule

Thursday, Aug. 20

Wednesday, Aug. 19

Thursday, Aug. 20

Friday, Aug. 21

Thursday, Aug. 20

Thursday, Aug. 20

Thursday, August 20

I Am A…

Quick Links