Overview

8am-12pm

Move-In
New first-year student housing check-in will take place at your assigned residence hall where Residence Life staff will be ready to welcome you to campus! Any New Flyers not in first year housing can check-in at the Residence Life Office located on the ground floor of the Learning Resource Center (G-21).

9am-10am

Advising & Registration Support
Meet with an Academic Services staff member to assist with registering for the Fall semester or making schedule changes.

Learning Resource Center 346 (3rd floor of the LRC)

9am-4pm

Student Accounts Q&A Support
Tuition is due on August 25th, the first official day of the fall semester.  Did you pay your bill? If not, did you set up a payment plan via Nelnet? If you aren’t sure and/or have any questions about your bill and student account, stop by and talk with a staff member from Student Accounts.

Library Computer Lab (1st floor of the LRC)

10am-12pm

First-Year and Transfer Commuter Student Scavenger Hunt
Learn more about our campus and engagement opportunities as you join Lewis Flyer Guides to complete this fun and engaging activity! The scavenger hunt will begin and end in the Student Rec and Fitness Center Fieldhouse.

Student Rec Center

11pm-1:30pm

Lunch
Lunch specials are available for students and families to purchase in the Brown Dining Hall. Special dining rates of $8. Meal Plan Swipes, Flyer Dollars, Cash/Credit Accepted.

Brown Dining Hall | Brother James Gaffney Student Center

2pm-5pm

Parent and Family Orientation
The topics covered will include: Mission, Safety/Security, and Campus Supports.
Damian Theatre in De La Salle Hall Room 250 and Philip Lynch Theatre in Oremus Fine Arts Building

Not able to attend? Presentations will be recorded and posted on the Lewis Parent webpage.

2pm-5pm

Cornerstone Seminar: Building Community
Today you will meet other incoming Flyers, participate in fun activities and learn about all the ways you can be an active member of our community.

*All First-year students are enrolled in Cornerstone Seminar, along with some transfer students and this meeting is required for course credit. Students should review their fall course schedule via myLewis for class meeting locations. Students can click on the Records & Registration icon once logged in and then select view student schedule.

5pm-8pm

Themed Dinner
Meal Plan Swipes, Flyer Dollars, Cash/Credit accepted.

Brown Dining Hall | Brother James Gaffney Student Center

5pm-7pm

Get Your Henna On!
Brother James Gaffney Student Center | Rm.106

Get Your Caricature Drawn!
Brother James Gaffney Student Center | Rm.123

Airbrush Tattoos!
Brother James Gaffney Student Center | Lobby

6pm-8pm

Resident Student Floor Meetings
Check with your Resident Assistant (RA) for the time and location of your floor meeting.  Meetings will last approximately 30 minutes.  This is an opportunity to learn more about living in community and meet other students living on the floor!

7pm-9pm

New Flyer Backyard Bash
Enjoy Welcome Days with a free dessert food truck, DJ, sand volleyball, raffles and meet our new mascot, FITZ!  (Free SWAG giveaway event- while supplies last!)

The Backyard (near Sheil Hall)

9am-12:30pm

Cornerstone Seminar: Becoming a Flyer
Today you will experience New Flyer Convocation and officially become a Flyer! As you start your academic journey today, you will also get to connect with the academic departments, faculty, and staff who will support you for the duration of your time at Lewis.

*All First-year students are enrolled in Cornerstone Seminar, along with some transfer students and this meeting is required for course credit. Students should review their fall course schedule via myLewis for class meeting locations. Students can click on the Records & Registration icon once logged in and then select view student schedule.

9am-4pm

Student Accounts Q&A Support
Tuition is due on August 25th, the first official day of the fall semester.  Did you pay your bill?  If not, did you set up a payment plan via Nelnet?  If you aren’t sure and/or have any questions about your bill and student account, stop by and talk with a staff member from Student Accounts.

Library Computer Lab (1st floor of the LRC)

12:30pm-1:30pm

New Flyer Lunch
Resident students - join your RA and members of the Residence Life staff in Brown Dining Hall for lunch. Be sure to have your Lewis ID to use your meal swipe for lunch.

Commuter students – join members of Student Life to learn more about resources and supports for commuter students. Maybe even find a Flyer to carpool with to campus!

Charlie’s Place, Academic Science Building

2pm-3pm

Advising & Registration Support
Meet with an Academic Services staff member to assist with registering for the Fall semester or making schedule changes.

LR-346 (3rd floor of the LRC)

3pm-4:30pm

Lewis Olympics – Founders/ Sheil / South and Commuter First-Year students
It’s a battle for the ages. Last year Founders took the trophy- let’s see who is up for the challenge.

University Green

5pm-8pm

Olympics Themed Dinner
Meal Plan Swipes, Flyer Dollars, Cash/Credit Accepted.

Brown Dining Hall | Brother James Gaffney Student Center

5pm

Women’s Varsity Soccer Scrimmage
Lewis University vs. St. Francis. Cheer on your Flyers! 

Soccer Field (Lewis Stadium)

6pm-7pm

New Flyer TRINGO!

Tringo is a combination of Trivia and Bingo game-playing. Come win some fantastic prizes! (Free SWAG giveaway event- while supplies last)

Brother James Gaffney Student Center | Lobby

7:30pm

Intramural Sand Volleyball

4 on 4 Sand Volleyball - Intramurals are a great way to have fun, make friends, and enjoy a sport you may not have played before. Start with Sand Volleyball before the semester starts. No registration required! Just come to "The Backyard" behind Sheil and sign up your team of 4.

The Backyard

8am-12pm

Continuing and Returning Student Move-In
Returning student housing check-in will take place in your assigned Residence Hall. The Residence Life staff will be on hand at the halls to assist. The office in the LRC will also be staffed during this time.

9am-12:30pm

Cornerstone Seminar: First Week Prep
It is time to get ready for the first official day of classes on Monday! Today you will learn how to use Blackboard, find your classrooms, hear advice from faculty, learn about important goals to hit in your first semester at Lewis, and much more!

*All First-year students are enrolled in Cornerstone Seminar, along with some transfer students and this meeting is required for course credit. Students should review their fall course schedule via myLewis for class meeting locations. Students can click on the Records & Registration icon once logged in and then select view student schedule.

9am-4pm

Student Accounts Q&A Support
Tuition is due on August 26th, the first official day of the fall semester. Did you pay your bill? If not, did you set up a payment plan via Nelnet?  If you aren’t sure and/or have any questions about your bill and student account, stop by and talk with a staff member from Student Accounts.

Library Computer Lab (1st floor of the LRC)

12:30pm-1:30pm

University Picnic Lunch
Location: TBD

1pm-2pm

Transfer Student Meet Up: T-shirt Giveaway! (While supplies last – for transfer students only)
Connect with other transfer students, play some Bingo and win awesome prizes!

Memorial Hall

1pm-2pm

Cardboard Regatta Race - Supply Pickup
Student teams will build boats out of cardboard and duct tape and race them in the Rec Center pool for prizes! Pick up supplies at the Rec Center front desk starting at 1pm. Supplies are limited- first-come, first served!

Team Guidelines:

• 2–20 students per team
• Only 10 teams total permitted
• At least one person must be willing to get in the pool and pilot the boat

1:30pm-3:30pm

International Student Orientation: Undergraduate Students
This orientation is required for all new undergraduate students on an F-1 visa. Important visa compliance and cultural information will be provided. Please bring your passport, I-20, and US address and phone number.

Academic Science Building 158A

2pm-3pm

3:30pm

Cardboard Regatta Race
Join fellow students, faculty, and staff for the hilarious campus tradition of the Cardboard Regatta Race! Teams will construct boats using only cardboard and duct tape. Race them across the pool to compete for prizes. Teams must report to the pool deck by 3pm. Race beings at 3:30pm. Don’t be late!

Prize Categories:

• Fastest Float: First to the finish line
• Most Creative Design: theme, school spirit, decorations, and flair
• Spirit of the Regatta: Team spirit, costumes, and energy
• Titanic Award: Most spectacular sinking

4pm-5pm

Club Team Showcase
You do not need to be on a varsity team to enjoy sports or athletics at Lewis. Come and learn about all our club teams, find one or two you like, meet some of our players, and stay active all year long!

Fieldhouse

5pm-8pm

Themed Dinner
Meal Plan Swipes, Flyer Dollars, Cash/Credit Accepted.

Brown Dining Hall | Brother James Gaffney Student Center

6pm-9pm

‘70s Disco Roller Rink 
Come have some food, enjoy some tunes and meet some new people!  Enjoy free roller skating and food truck tickets while supplies last! Dress for the ‘70s!

Parking Lot L in front of the LRC

10am-1pm

Cereal Saturday & Brunch
Meal Plan Swipes, Flyer Dollars, Cash/Credit Accepted

Brown Dining Hall | Brother James Gaffney Student Center

10am-11:15am

Wake-Up with Wellness: Yoga Walk, Mindfulness
Meet in front of the Rec Center for a leisurely mindful walk through the Nature Trail & finish with some beginner Yoga in the Rec Center.

Front of Rec Center

1:30pm-3pm

Flyer Color Dash
Get ready to move, laugh, and get covered in color at our annual Flyer Color Dash! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just in it for the selfies and fun with friends, this event is for you.

Participants can choose between a 1-mile walk/run or go the distance with a 5k route- your pace, your choice. Along the way, you’ll be sprayed with vibrant (and washable) color powder at designated color stations.Join us for a colorful, high-energy celebration of movement and community.

Front of Runway

3pm-6pm

Flyer Welcome Bash!
Fun

• Zip Line
• Rock Wall
• Get Your Caricature Drawn!
• Henna Anyone?
• Air Brush Tattoos
• DJ
• Raffles

Food Trucks (Free Food Tickets for Students & Staff While Supplies Last)

FITZ!  Get your pic with our new mascot!

8pm-10pm

Res Life Movie Night

Brother Damian Hall (De La Salle Hall, Room 250)

5pm

Women’s Varsity Soccer Scrimmage
Lewis University vs. Rockford. Cheer on your Flyers!

Soccer Field (Lewis Stadium)

6pm-10pm

7pm

Mass
Join us for the 1st mass of the semester! Hot dogs served after mass. Families are invited to attend!

Sancta Alberta Chapel

First Day – Fall Classes

Mass
Sancta Alberta Chapel

Spin & Lower Body Strength
A 60-minute mix of indoor cycling and lower-body strength in 10-minute intervals. Open to all fitness levels. Join anytime or leave early—this class flexes with your schedule!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

Pilates Barre
Strengthen and stretch your entire body with a mix of Pilates and barre-inspired moves using a variety of equipment. Suitable for all fitness levels. Come late or leave early—this class is made to be flexible!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

Spin & Upper Body Strength
A 60-minute mix of indoor cycling and upper-body strength in 10-minute intervals. Open to all fitness levels. Join anytime or leave early—this class flexes with your schedule!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

Pilates Barre
Strengthen and stretch your entire body with a mix of Pilates and barre-inspired moves using a variety of equipment. Suitable for all fitness levels. Come late or leave early—this class is made to be flexible!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

Mass
Sancta Alberta Chapel

11am-1pm

Student Engagement Fair
Come find your tribe and visit our 70+ student organizations, many key LU departments, and start the semester by getting more involved! Complete your passport to receive a free LU SWAG item (while supplies last)!

Student Rec Center Fieldhouse

Mass and Community Meal
Sancta Alberta Chapel, D’Arcy Great Room

Spin & Core
A 60-minute mix of indoor cycling and core strength training in 10-minute intervals. Open to all fitness levels. Join anytime or leave early—this class flexes with your schedule!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

Yoga
A gentle, accessible class focused on foundational poses, breathing, and relaxation. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to stretch, unwind, and build mind-body awareness. Come and go as needed—your practice, your pace.

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

Black at Lewis – Welcome Reception
All are welcome at this community-building and networking event for students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Academic Science Building | Faculty Dining Room (AS 103C) near Charlie’s Place

Tasty Treat Thursday
Stop in throughout the day for fresh pastries, treats, coffee and tea!

Darcy Great Room

Spin & Total Body Strength
A 60-minute mix of indoor cycling and total-body strength in 10-minute intervals. Open to all fitness levels. Join anytime or leave early—this class flexes with your schedule!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

12:30pm-2pm

Black August “Confines of Place” Film Screening and Discussion
Academic Science Building | University Dining Room (AS 104C) near Charlie’s Place

2:15pm

Circuit Training
A full-body workout rotating through strength, cardio, and core stations. Designed to boost endurance, build strength, and keep things fun. Open to all fitness levels—drop in or head out early if needed!

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio

4:30pm-5pm

Mass
Sancta Alberta Chapel

Pilates & Yoga
Combine both Pilates & Yoga for a well-balanced mix to end the week! Drop in and out as your schedule allows. Open to all fitness levels. Equipment provided. 

Rec Center Group Exercise Studio