SATURDAY, AUGUST 15
FIRST-YEAR MOVE-IN
Location: Henderson State Campus
Time: 8:00 AM - Noon
Move-in for the residence halls begins the Saturday before classes start for first-year students. Bring friends and family to help you move your belongings, but we will also have HSU volunteers to help you with the move. For more information, visit the Move-In Day Info web page or contact Residence Life at 870-230-5083.
*Students who participate in band, some athletic teams, and other organizations may have earlier move-in times. Check with your coach or director if you think that applies to you.
MOVE-IN REDDIE HUB
Location: Caddo Center
Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.
PLAYFAIR (freshman - mandatory)
Location: Garrison Center Ballroom
Time: 7:30 PM
Playfair is a high-energy, ultimate ice-breaker event designed to help new students engage with their fellow peers and form new friendships.
ARE YOU REDDIE? SCAVENGER HUNT
Location: HSU Campus
All week, across campus, Henderson State will host a scavenger hunt for students. Details are available at the Reddie Outreach Center inside the Garrison Center.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
CAMPUS MINISTRIES UNITED SERVICE
Location: Garrison Center Lecture Hall
Time: 9:00 AM
BERRY BRUNCH
Location: Malachi Smith Dining Hall
Time: 10:30 AM
BATTLE OF THE HALLS
Location: Dunn Recreation Center
Time: 2:00 PM
TRUCKER HAT BAR
Location: Garrison Center Ballroom
Time: 7:00 PM
Create your very own trucker hat and turn up to DJ Dooley’s beats.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Location: Garrison Center Ballroom
Time: 7:00 PM
Meet new Reddies, catch up with friends and enjoy a sweet treat!
MONDAY, AUGUST 17
REDDIE HUB
Location: Caddo Center
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.
ACCUPLACER TESTING
Location: Huie Library
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Walk-Ins Welcome
HEART FEST - STUDENT ORGANIZATION PREMIER
Location: Garrison Center
Time: Noon - 1:30 PM
HENDERSON HEART PHOTO (freshman - mandatory)
Location: South Lawn / McBrien Hall
Time: 6:15 PM
Grab your red HSU t-shirt and become a part of one of Henderson State's best traditions. All Reddies are welcome.
PINE TREE ASSEMBLY (freshman - mandatory)
Location: Arkansas Hall Auditorium
Time: 7:00 PM
Be inspired and learn how to be the ultimate Reddie at the Pine Tree Speech. This is an annual tradition, educating students over Henderson State's history as well as teaching freshmen the HSU fight song and alma mater.
WATERMELON FEAST
Location: HSU Quad
Time: 8:00-10:00 PM
Come enjoy some watermelon and a cookout. Stay for the music and fun.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18⎮FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
HELP A REDDIE
Location: McBrien Hall, Sturgis Hall / Bridge, and Smith Hall / University Place
Time: 7:30 AM - Noon
Stop by any of our stations to get the answers you need. Our volunteers can help with directions, building codes, academic and administrative services information, class locations and many other issues Reddie Students may encounter in their first two class days. Our volunteers will be ready to Help a Reddie!
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES PHOTO
Location: Garrison Center
Time: All Day
REDDIE HUB
Location: Caddo Center
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.
Heart and Soul, Welcome Home Reddies (Lunch)
Location: HSU Quad
Time: 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION FAIR
Location: Garrison Center Ballroom
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Join us at the Community Organization Fair to learn about how you can get involved off campus! We will have local businesses, faith based organizations and many other opportunities to learn more about Arkadelphia and surrounding areas. Pick up some giveaways, information and free food from local vendors.
HYPNO SHOW
Location: Arkansas Hall Auditorium
Time: 9:00 PM
Each show is custom designed to those attending the show. The performances are always fast moving, packed with interactive skits, and foot pounding music, tastefully done and enjoyed by all.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21
HELP A REDDIE
Location: McBrien Hall, Sturgis Hall / Bridge, and Smith Hall / University Place
Time: 7:30 AM - Noon
Stop by any of our stations to get the answers you need. Our volunteers can help with directions, building codes, academic and administrative services information, class locations and many other issues Reddie Students may encounter in their first two class days. Our volunteers will be ready to Help a Reddie!
FIRST / SECOND DAY OF CLASSES PHOTO
Location: Garrison Center
Time: All Day
REDDIE HUB
Location: Caddo Center
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.
CAMPUS MINISTRIES AND FRIENDS COOKOUT
Location: Garrison Center Ballroom
Time: 5:00 - 7:30 PM
Meet a variety of spiritual and religious organizations and gain information on how you can get involved.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
REDDIE HUB
Location: Caddo Center
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.
STOMP THE YARD
Location: HSU Quad
Time: Noon - 1:30 PM
STREET DANCE
Location: Outside Reddie Bookstore
Time: 10:00 PM - Midnight
Join us outside the Reddie Bookstore to dance, enjoy snowcones, and watch as members of sororities and fraternities stroll through.