Get to Know Your Campus & Community

Mark your calendar for Welcome Week:​​ January 10, January 12th – January 16, 2026.

The Office of Student Development is excited about welcoming you to your new home and introducing you to the many wonderful opportunities you have as a new Blazer. This week is full of fun and purposeful activities for new and returning students as well as opportunities to get to know our campus and community.

View the schedule of events below or download the printer-friendly schedule [PDF].

We can't wait to welcome you to campus! Contact Student Development with any questions.

2026 January Welcome Back Week Schedule

Women’s Basketball vs Asbury University | 2:00 pm | Rugg Arena

Men’s Basketball vs Asbury University | 4:00 pm | Rugg Arena

Commuter Connect | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | Student Center Lobby
Commuters – stop by for a delicious Crumbl cookie!

Campfire Worship | 7:00 pm | Pinehurst & Peachtree Lawn
Join us for a meaningful night of student-led worship and community.

Carnival Treats & Eats | 5:00 – 7:00 pm | Dining Commons
Enjoy a spread of carnival-style snacks and treats – no tickets needed!

Mandatory Hall Meeting | 9:00 pm | Various Locations

Build a Bite | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Student Center Lobby
Build your own snack bag with savory, salty, and spicy snacks at our Build-a-Bite bar!

Dodgeball | 7:00 pm | AUX Gym
Join in some friendly competition.  Come play dodgeball with us!

Silent Disco Party | 7:00 – 9:00 pm | Billy Kim
Come see us, grab a set of headphones, and jam out to all of your favorite music!  Pizza provided.

Poppin’ New Year | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Student Center Lobby
Build your perfect snack at our popcorn bar with all your favorite toppings!

Contact Us

Office of Student Development

Phone: 601-968-5969

Belhaven University
Student Center | 2nd Floor
1500 Peachtree Street, Box 167
Jackson, MS 39202

sdevelopment@belhaven.edu

Student Center with white azaleas in bloom

Verse of the Year

Go and make disciples of all the nations ... And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.

Matthew 28:19-20