Welcome Week

Welcome Week is one of the most memorable experiences that our traditional on campus students have at SEU Carolina. This will mark the beginning of the academic year and your first steps into, perhaps, the greatest four years of your life. During these events before the start of classes, you will get introduced to campus life, have a chance to make friends, and get to know the Student Development staff who will be guiding you through your journey here. Make your reservations before July 15th. Don’t miss out on the greatest time of your life.

Scroll down below for more info about welcome week.

IMPORTANT INFO FOR NEW STUDENTS

CHECK-IN APPOINTMENTS

Before August 1, students living on campus should all have their housing assignments and check in times for move in day on campus. If you are not fire ready or you have not paid your housing bill, then you will not be able to move in. If you do not have your housing assignment or move in time by August 2, please contact Director of Enrollment, Sara Games at sagames@seu.edu

ONCE ON CAMPUS

When you arrive on campus, you will go to your assigned student housing to complete your check in process and move into your room.

EARLY ARRIVALS

Early arrivals are only permitted by request only for special circumstances. Students that qualify will receive specific instructions regarding their check-in. Early arrival check-in days and times will still be by appointment only.

SEU EMAIL

Please remember to continually check your SEU email account and this page for updates on all things Welcome Week. We can’t wait to welcome you home!

ORIENTATION WILL BE AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

This year, orientation will take place in multiple sessions. Make sure and follow the welcome week schedule as days/times may change.

RESERVATION NEEDED FOR WELCOME WEEK EVENTS

Our Welcome Week events are ticketed events for traditional on campus students and reservations are required. Simply look below to see what we have lined up for welcome week this year. And make your reservation before July 15. Make your reservations here

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22

Move In Day

Location: Student Housing On Campus

Who is this for? Students living on campus

Start the semester off right by moving in student housing. We have 2 houses on campus that our students will be calling home this academic year. They are as follows (55 2nd Street NW & 51 2nd Street NW). On move in day, you’ll get to tour your residence, meet your new roommates, and get comfortable in the new place you will call home.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23

Family Day & Lunch

Location: Multiply Church, Concord Campus 11:15 am

Who is this for? All Campus

Join Multiply Church, the host location for SEU Carolina, for a Sunday Morning church service. SEU Carolina prides itself in championing higher education where Christ is lifted up at the center of it all.

After church, we will be having a family lunch with faculty, staff, and administrators.

MONDAY, AUGUST 24

US National Whitewater Center - Rafting Experience

Location: USNWC, Charlotte, 10 am - 5 pm

Who is this event for? Traditional on-campus students

If you like whitewater rafting, zip-lining, mountain biking, kayaking, and rock climbing, then you don’t want to miss this event. All traditional on-campus students will get an all-access activity to all things awesome at the Whitewater Center. Whitewater rafting will be the main event for the day at 2pm. Prepare to get wet and have fun. Parking is $13 per vehicle.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25

Academic Convocation

Location: SEU Carolina Campus, 9am, Classroom 3 Academic Center

Who is this event for? All Campus (required attendance)

Academic what? Convocation!? This is an informal event marking the official start of the Academic Year. At this event, we will recognize the students who will be graduating, welcome new students, and make sure everyone has a great start to the semester with some orientation deets.

If you are remote or hybrid and need a zoom link for this event, please send us your email below.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26

First Day of Class

Location: SEU Carolina Campus

Who is this event for? All Campus

Get ready for the first day of class. On Wednesday, August 26, all classes are in session. This includes both in-person and online courses. Enjoy the school year!

FRIDAY, AUGUST 28

Pool Party in Concord

Location: To Be Announced

Time: 1pm-4pm

Who is this event for? Traditional on-campus students

Grab your suntan lotion and let’s go swimming.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

Frankie’s Fun Park

Location: Charlotte, 10 am - 2 pm

Who is this event for? Traditional on-campus students

If you like shrills and thrills of arcades, laser tag, mini golf, and go karts, then this event is for you.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

Backyard BBQ

Location: Pastor Kevin’s Home, 35 Liske Ave NW Concord NC 28027

Time: 6-9pm

Who is this event for? Campus Wide

What’s more Carolina than a backyard cookout? Pastor Kevin, our Academic Director for SEU Carolina, is opening his home for a backyard cookout. Get ready for some down-home Carolina vibes and southern hospitality under the stars.

MONDAY, AUGUST 31

Monday Matinee Movie 2pm

Location: SEU Carolina Regional Campus, Student Cinema

Time: 2pm

Who is this event for? Traditional on-campus students

Join us on campus at SEU Carolina for a Matinee Movie! Popcorn, treats and more.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

All Staff Chapel

Location: Multiply Concord Church, Suite 5

Time: 8:30am

Who is this event for? Traditional on-campus students

Join us for our first chapel on campus with all the staff on campus. Breakfast will be served following the chaple service.