All Events
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Residence Life and Housing: Operation Move-In
If you are living on campus, schedule your move-in appointment as early as possible so you can participate in the educational and social
Division of Inclusive Excellence: Chill with Inclusive Excellence
Take a break and hang out with the Inclusive Excellence team between Hawthorn and Hickory Halls
First Weekend: Lunch
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: Games on the North Lawn
Hang out with your new peers on the North Lawn, adjacent to the Student Union and Hamilton Hall
First Weekend: Parents Reception
Need a break before, during, or after move in?
First Weekend: Dinner
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
Residence Life and Housing: Party with the PALS
Party with the PALs (Residential Peer Academic Leaders).
Thursday, August 22, 2024
First Weekend: Breakfast
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
Residence Life and Housing: Operation Move-In
If you are living on campus, schedule your move-in appointment as early as possible so you can participate in the educational and social
Division of Inclusive Excellence: Chill with Inclusive Excellence
Take a break and hang out with the Inclusive Excellence team between Hawthorn and Hickory Halls
First Weekend: Lunch
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: Parents Reception
Need a break before, during, or after move in?
First Weekend: Games on the North Lawn
Hang out with your new peers on the North Lawn, adjacent to the Student Union and Hamilton Hall
First Weekend: Dinner
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
Fraternity and Sorority Council: Party at Barty
Get ready to groove and connect with the fraternities and sororities at Party at Barty from 9p to MIDNIGHT! It's the perfect chance to me
Friday, August 23, 2024
First Weekend: First Weekend 2024 - Go for the Gold!
First Weekend is a time for you to explore who you are, harness your unique strengths, and nurture your individuality.
First Weekend: Breakfast
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: First Weekend Check In
The Opening Ceremony of First Weekend has begun! Check In will begin at 9am for all first year students!
First Weekend: College Connections
Meet your First Weekend leader during College Connections!
First Weekend: Opening Ceremony Raider Rally
Welcome to the Opening Ceremony of First Weekend 2024! We are so excited to have you join the Raider Family.
First Weekend: College Connections & Class Photo
First Year Students will participate in a group activity then take a class photo.
First Weekend: Parade of Colleges: Clap In and Cookout with President Sue
Get your grub on and meet President Sue and other members of our Raider community.
First Weekend: College Hour
Join your college for social time, conversations, games, and fun!
First Weekend: Pentathlon: Sessions for Success
Hear from a variety of campus departments on how to be successful in your first year at Wright State University.
First Weekend: Student Organization Expo
Get involved! There is always something to do at Wright State—now find a student club or organization (or a few) to join.
First Weekend: Classroom Wayfinding
Take a student-led tour of classrooms so you know exactly where to go during your first week.
First Weekend: Dinner
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: Rowdy's Rave: Dueling Pianos
Sit back, grab some food, and enjoy the music with Dueling Pianos!
First Weekend: Rowdy's Rave: Laughing Out Loud Challenge Game Show
Come out to the Apollo Room for the Laugh Out Loud Challenge Game Show!
Women's Center: Karaoke w/ the Women's Center
Join the Women's Center for a night of karaoke, fun, and friendship! All genders are welcome.
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Campus Recreation: Morning Yoga
Join Campus Recreation Saturday morning for some relaxing and rejuvenating yoga!
First Weekend: Breakfast
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
Division of Inclusive Excellence: First Weekend: Inclusive Excellence Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast with the staff of the Division of Inclusive Excellence!
First Weekend: Games on the North Lawn
Hang out with your new peers on the North Lawn, adjacent to the Student Union and Hamilton Hall
First Weekend: Drop-In Hour with Involvement Mentors
Get involved with an IM!
Latino Center: Latino Center Welcome Taco Lunch
Join the Latino Center during First Weekend to meet our Latino student leaders and to learn of how the Latino Center can help you be succ
First Weekend: Lunch
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: Classroom Wayfinding
Take a student-led tour of classrooms so you know exactly where to go during your first week.
Asian and Native American Center: First Weekend: Boba Break with Asian/American Student Leaders
Interested in building community with other Asian and Asian American students? This “boba break” offers an opportunity t
Bolinga Center Open House
Join the Bolinga Center for an Open House during First Weekend!
LGBTQA Center: Crafternoon
Come out and spend the crafternoon making a cute sequin sign for your new room on campus!
First Weekend: First Weekend Group Meetings
Check in with your First Weekend Leader
First Weekend: Dinner
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
Campus Recreation: Student Union After Dark
Play games, listen to a live band, eat pizza, win prizes, and more at Student Union After Dark: Raider Olympics!
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Campus Recreation: Campus Hike
Did you know WSU has hiking trails on Campus? Join the Outdoor Recreation team for a morning hike around the campus woods.
First Weekend: Breakfast
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: Lunch
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
First Weekend: Shopping in Beavercreek
Pick up any last-minute items you need and explore Beavercreek. Transportation provided!
Campus Recreation: Mud Volleyball
Why should you register for mud volleyball?
First Weekend: Trip to the National Museum of the United States Air Force
Take a trip to the National Museum of the United States Air Force. Explore iconic aircraft and aviation wonders.
First Weekend: Dinner
Be sure to bring your Wright 1 card!
