B & U Day for FreshmenWhat is B & U Day?
Freshmen B & U Day is a time for students to meet with a faculty advisor to schedule their classes for the fall semester and to complete necessary business items before school begins, such as having an I.D. card made, setting up a library account, setting up an internet address, etc. It also gives you the opportunity of spending the weekend with your roommate and getting to know others in the freshman class.
When will it be?
The date is set for Monday and Tuesday, June 28-29. Registration will begin at 4:30 pm in the Student Center (see campus map).
Who should attend?
All freshmen, who have been accepted for admission to the college, and their parents are encouraged to attend. There will be programs provided for parents.
Will meals be provided?
Yes! Dinner on Monday and continental breakfast and lunch on Tuesday will be provided for students and parents.
Is there a cost?
There is no cost for B & U Day. We even cover the cost of food. However, please make sure you have paid your application fee, enrollment and housing deposits before you arrive.
How do I register?
Online registration for B & U Day is now closed. If you would like to register for Freshman B & U Day, please call Dana in the admission office at 800-960-5940. Thank you.
What should I bring with me to B & U Day?
Can I spend the night on campus?
Yes! We strongly encourage students to spend the night in the residence halls so that you can get to know your roommate and others in the freshmen class. However, parents will be responsible for their own lodging. Here are a few suggestions:
What if I cannot attend B & U Day?
We strongly encourage students to attend. This is a student’s time to interact with other incoming freshmen and sit down with their advisor to map out their fall schedule of classes. However, if you cannot, please fill out the online form and select “will not attend”. In the weeks following B & U Day, your admission counselor will make sure the student is placed into class for the fall and will mail their schedule to them.
B & U Student Schedule
| Monday | |
| 4:30 p.m. | Check-in – Student Center |
| 5:00 p.m. | Football players meet with Coaches |
| 6:00 p.m. | Dinner – Entergy Pavilion |
| 7:00 p.m. | Icebreaker activity for students – Entergy Pavilion steps |
| 8:30 p.m. | Ice Cream Social – Pavilion |
| 9:00 p.m. | Time of worship |
| 9:30 p.m. | Enjoy residence life or one of the following group activities: Auxiliary gym open for basketball; Ping Pong in Wells lobby; Ultimate Frisbee in the “bowl” |
| Midnight | Lights out! |
| Tuesday | |
| 8:00 a.m. | Placement test |
| 9:00 a.m. | Check –in – Center for the Arts – main lobby |
| 9:30 a.m. | Welcome/Instructions for the day – Center for the Arts – Concert Hall |
| 10:30 a.m. | Blazenet training for students – check your folder for time and location |
| 10:30 a.m. -12 noon | Security Office will be open during this time to have picture made for student i.d. (ground level of Student Center) |
| 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch in the Dining Commons – Student Center |
| 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. | Advising/Registration – check your folder for time and location |
| 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Security Office will be open during this time to have picture made for student i.d. (ground level of Student Center) |
Throughout the day on Tuesday:
1) take time to have a picture made with your family to build a memory
2) stop by the Student Financial Planning office if you need assistance – they will be open until 5 pm
3) visit the bookstore – they will be open until 6:30 pm!
B & U Parent Schedule
| Monday, June 28 | |
| 6:00 p.m. | Dinner – Entergy Pavilion |
| 7:00 p.m. | Dessert and Parent panel with current student parents – Barber Auditorium |
| 8:00 p.m. | Rest at hotel. See you in the morning! |
| Tuesday, June 29 | |
| 8:45 a.m. | Pick up student’s luggage from residence hall |
| 9:00 a.m. | Check –in – Center for the Arts – main lobby |
| 9:30 a.m. | Welcome/Instructions for the day – Center for the Arts – Concert Hall |
| 10:30 a.m. | Jackson tour – 2 groups – sign up at check-in |
| 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch in the Dining Commons – Student Center |
| 1:00 pm – 3:00 p.m. | Coffee station – Student Center lobby |
