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FIRST DAY OF CLASS

S'mores and Hot Cocoa

6 pm - 8 pm · The Patio at the Rec Center
Join us for a cozy evening to kick off the new semester! Gather around the fire pit, toast marshmallows, and enjoy delicious s'mores while sipping on warm cocoa. It's the perfect opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new faces, and share stories from the break. Hosted by the .

Paint With Friends

5 pm - 7 pm · Food Court in the Setzer Student Center
Unleash your creativity! Whether you're an experienced artist or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for everyone. We'll provide all the painting supplies, including canvases, brushes, and paints. Come for the painting, stay for the laughter, and leave with a beautiful piece of art and wonderful memories. Hosted by the .

Spirit Bus to McNeese

Noon · Meeting Location TBA
Cardinals Basketball is headed to Lake Charles, and we're hitting the road! Join us on the Spirit Bus as we travel to Lake Charles and pack the arena. Hosted by the Cardinals Activities Board.

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY - NO CLASSES

Kahoot! and Other Games

2 pm - 4 pm · Setzer Student Center Org Workroom 260
It's an evening of fun and friendly competition, and you could win awesome prizes! Whether you're a trivia master or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone. Snacks will be provided to keep the energy high! Hosted by the .

Patio Night: Speed Friending & LU Rocks

7 pm - 9 pm · The Patio at the Rec Center
At Speed Friending, you'll break the ice and make new friends in a fun and fast-paced environment. Then, reveal your artistic side at LU Rocks! We'll provide all the supplies you need to create your own uniquely painted rocks to leave around campus. Enjoy free snacks as you mingle, paint, and make new friends. Hosted by .

NPHC Hump Day

8 pm - 10 pm · Dining Hall Lawn
Join the National Pan-Hellenic Council for our first hump day of the year. NPHC hosts Hump Day to showcase our sororities’ and fraternities’ tradition of strolling. Come out and meet the organizations and people of NPHC at LU! Hosted by Greek Life.

Volunteer Fair

11 am - 2 pm · Setzer Student Center
Help create change in our community! Come meet local non-profit organizations to find your perfect way to give back! Hosted by the .

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Program

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm · Live Oak Ballroom, Setzer Student Center
Join us as we celebrate, commemorate, and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Hosted by the .

Day of Service

4 pm - 6 pm · The Giving Field, 2895 Liberty St.
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King by giving back to your community. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and be ready to dig in the dirt! Hosted by the .

LU Women's Basketball vs. Northwestern State
Student Appreciation Game

7 pm - 9 pm · Neches FCU Arena at the Montagne Center
Cheer on your Lady Cardinals as they face the Northwestern State Lady Demons. Free entry with your LU student ID. Hosted by .

Dive-In Movie: Wicked

7 pm - 10 pm · Indoor Pool, HHPC Building A
Outside it's cold, but our indoor pool is heated! Grab a floatie as we screen 2024's Wicked. Hosted by Recreational Sports.

LU Men's and Women's Tennis vs. Alcorn State

10 am - 3 pm · Thompson Family Tennis Center
Meet us at the net for an all-day tournament against the Alcorn State Braves! Hosted by .

LU Basketball Doubleheader vs. TAMU-Commerce

3 pm - 8 pm · Neches FCU Arena at the Montagne Center
The Cardinals host the TAMU-C Lions for an afternoon doubleheader. The Lady Cardinals start at 3 pm, and men's game tips off at 6 pm! Hosted by .

Winter Gala

7 pm - 11 pm · Live Oak Ballroom in the Setzer Student Center
Join CAB for their inaugural Winter Gala. Get your photos snapped on the red carpet and stop for a step-and-repeat to enter the best-dressed competition. In the Ballroom, we'll have music, dancing, refreshments, and more! Hosted by the .