Schedule of Events

Check out the variety of events we have planned to welcome you to campus — from move-in, to student expos, to the legendary ‘B’ photo, and so much more! 

Find your Welcome Weekend schedule

Follow your designated Welcome Weekend schedule to make the most of your first few days on campus. 

Looking for all Welcome Week events? 

Full Welcome Week Schedule

move-in volunteers on a moving cart

Aug. 27, 2026, 8 a.m. - Noon | Various Locations

First-Year Living Learning Community (LLC) Student Move In

First-Year Living Learning Community (LLC) students: it’s time to move-in. We can’t wait to welcome you to the nest! We’ll help you unload, transfer your belongings to your room, and get you settled into your new home.

2 people in yellow Brockport move-in shirts pose by moving bin

Aug. 27, 2026, 5 - 6 p.m. | Seymour Union

Welcome Reception for Living Learning Communities Residents & Families

New Living Learning Communities residents and their families are invited to a Welcome Reception to connect with staff, faculty, and peers while enjoying light appetizers and refreshments. Following the reception, residents will attend their first LLC Floor Meeting with their Resident Assistant (RA).

Ori

Aug. 27, 2026, 7 - 8 p.m. | Residence Halls

Living Learning Communities: Floor Meetings

Hey First-Years LLC Residents! Meet your neighbors and Resident Assistant at your first (mandatory) community meeting in Living Learning Communities!

 

Aug. 27, 2026, 9 - 11 p.m. | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Stadium

BSG and LLC’s Presents: Movie Under the Stars

Welcome Week starts off with our first special event for all early arrival students with our Movie Under the Stars! Come hang out with your new friends and meet other students and watch Bring it On! on the Big Screen!

Move in during welcome week

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Various Locations

New Student Move In

Welcome First-Year & EOP Students! We’re so excited you’re here. We’ll help you unload, transfer belongings to your rooms, and get you settled into your new home.

students in common room, talking

Aug. 28, 2026, 2 - 4 p.m. | Your Residence Hall

Living Learning Communities Welcome Week Programs

LLC students will come together for their first official LLC program! Meet with LLC Content Experts, Resident Assistants and fellow LLC Residents.

front door of Gordon Hall facing the Campus Hall

Aug. 28, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: Gordon Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of Gordon Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Front entrance of McLean Hall

Aug. 28, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: McLean Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of McLean Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

entrance of Thompson hall behind flowers

Aug. 28, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: Thompson Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of Thompson Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

front door of Benedict Hall facing the Campus mall

Aug. 28, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Fannie Barrier Williams Liberal Arts Building

New Student All-Hall Meeting: Benedict Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of Benedict Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Front door entrance of Harmon Hall facing the Campus Mall

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: Harmon Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of Harmon Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Students in a group in front of MacVicar Hall facing the Campus Mall

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: MacVicar Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of MacVicar Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

front door of MacFarlane Hall from grass

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: McFarlane Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of McFarlane Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Glow night

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Campus Mall

BSG Presents: Glow the Night Away

Light up the night at our exciting Glow Night celebration!

Students sitting in bleachers.

Aug. 29, 2026, 9:30 a.m. - Noon | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

New Student Kickoff

For all new first-year students: Kickoff the fall semester and Welcome Weekend with us in the SERC! Bring your enthusiasm and hear from Alumni on how to make the most out of your SUNY Brockport experience.

Class of 2026 B Photo

Aug. 29, 2026, Noon - 1 p.m. | Alumni Walk

Class of 2030 “B” Photo

Class of 2030, join us for your “B Photo” — an annual tradition capturing the entire incoming class. Plus, free shirts! 

Group of students gathered.

Aug. 29, 2026, 1 - 4:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Saturday of Service

First-year students: spend the afternoon completing service projects and learning about the local community!

photobooth homecoming festival

Aug. 29, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Alumni House

BSG Presents: Welcome Week Festival

Kick off the new year with fun, excitement, and campus spirit at our Welcome Week Festival!

sankofa drum ensemble performs at academic convocation

Aug. 30, 2026, Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

Academic Convocation

Celebrate the start of a new academic year as faculty, staff, and students come together to honor Brockport’s traditions, achievements, and shared commitment to excellence.

Aug. 30, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

Classroom Search

After Convocation and the following reception, take part in our Classroom Search and get familiar with campus before the semester begins.

Aug. 31, 2026, All Day 

Instruction Begins

Happy first day of classes, Golden Eagles! 

Glow night

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Campus Mall

BSG Presents: Glow the Night Away

Light up the night at our exciting Glow Night celebration!

Move in during welcome weekend

Aug. 29, 2026, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Various Locations

Transfer & Returning Student Move In

Transfer & Returning Students: It’s time to move back in and get ready for an incredible year at Brockport.

image of brockport village sidewalk and buildings

Aug. 29, 2026, Noon - 4:30 p.m. | Village of Brockport

Transfers Take the Town!

Join New Student and Transition Programs and Take the Town! Visit local shops, eateries, and more!

Image of movie theatre sign reading: The Strand.

Aug. 29, 2026, 6:30 - 9 p.m. | The Strand

Reel Connections: Transfer Student Movie Night

Join New Student and Transition Programs for NEW Transfer Student night at “The Strand” movie theatre in the Village of Brockport!

photobooth homecoming festival

Aug. 29, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Alumni House

BSG Presents: Welcome Week Festival

Kick off the new year with fun, excitement, and campus spirit at our Welcome Week Festival!

room with round tables and chairs.

Aug. 30, 2026, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. | Cooper Hall

Transfer Student Pizza Palooza

Join New Student and Transition Programs and enjoy a slice or two, connect with other transfer students, and get ready for the start of the fall semester! 

We will walk over together to Academic Convocation.

sankofa drum ensemble performs at academic convocation

Aug. 30, 2026, Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

Academic Convocation

Celebrate the start of a new academic year as faculty, staff, and students come together to honor Brockport’s traditions, achievements, and shared commitment to excellence.

Aug. 30, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

Classroom Search

After Convocation and the following reception, take part in our Classroom Search and get familiar with campus before the semester begins.

Aug. 31, 2026, All Day 

Instruction Begins

Happy first day of classes, Golden Eagles! 

Students standing in front of a prize wheel in anticipation.

Sept. 1, 2026, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Seymour Union

Transfer Tuesday: Welcome Back!

New Student and Transition Programs kicks off the fall semester with their first Transfer Tuesday event!

Move in during welcome week

Aug. 27, 2026, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Honors College Student Move In

It’s time to make Brockport your home! Move-in to the Honors House LLC, meet your roommates, and become a part of the campus community.

Aug. 27, 2026, 2 - 4 p.m. | Edwards Hall

First-Year Honors Activities with Peer Mentors

Honors First-year Student Activities with Honors Peer Mentors

Aug. 27, 2026, 9 - 11 p.m. | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Stadium

BSG and LLC’s Presents: Movie Under the Stars

Welcome Week starts off with our first special event for all early arrival students with our Movie Under the Stars! Come hang out with your new friends and meet other students and watch Bring it On! on the Big Screen!

Aug. 28, 2026, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Cooper Hall, New York Room

Honors First-Year Student Orientation

Get familiar with the Honors College curriculum and learn what to expect from your experience at Brockport.

Glow night

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Campus Mall

BSG Presents: Glow the Night Away

Light up the night at our exciting Glow Night celebration!

Students sitting in bleachers.

Aug. 29, 2026, 9:30 a.m. - Noon | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

New Student Kickoff

For all new first-year students: Kickoff the fall semester and Welcome Weekend with us in the SERC! Bring your enthusiasm and hear from Alumni on how to make the most out of your SUNY Brockport experience.

Class of 2026 B Photo

Aug. 29, 2026, Noon - 1 p.m. | Alumni Walk

Class of 2030 “B” Photo

Class of 2030, join us for your “B Photo” — an annual tradition capturing the entire incoming class. Plus, free shirts! 

Group of students gathered.

Aug. 29, 2026, 1 - 4:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Saturday of Service

First-year students: spend the afternoon completing service projects and learning about the local community!

photobooth homecoming festival

Aug. 29, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Alumni House

BSG Presents: Welcome Week Festival

Kick off the new year with fun, excitement, and campus spirit at our Welcome Week Festival!

Aug. 31, 2026, All Day 

Instruction Begins

Happy first day of classes, Golden Eagles! 

International Orientation Fountain

Aug. 25, 2026, All Day 

International Student Move-In Day

Welcome International Students! We’re so glad you’re here. Our International Student Services team will help you move into your new home on campus. 

Aug. 26, 2026, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Hartwell Hall

International Student Orientation

Welcome to SUNY Brockport. Over the next few days, you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, discuss immigration rules, and get settled here at Brockport. 

Aug. 27, 2026, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Hartwell Hall

International Student Orientation

Welcome to SUNY Brockport. Over the next few days, you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, discuss immigration rules, and get settled here at Brockport. 

Aug. 27, 2026, 9 - 11 p.m. | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Stadium

BSG and LLC’s Presents: Movie Under the Stars

Welcome Week starts off with our first special event for all early arrival students with our Movie Under the Stars! Come hang out with your new friends and meet other students and watch Bring it On! on the Big Screen!

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Hartwell Hall

International Student Orientation

Welcome to SUNY Brockport. Over the next few days, you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, discuss immigration rules, and get settled here at Brockport. 

Glow night

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Campus Mall

BSG Presents: Glow the Night Away

Light up the night at our exciting Glow Night celebration!

Class of 2026 B Photo

Aug. 29, 2026, Noon - 1 p.m. | Alumni Walk

Class of 2030 “B” Photo

Class of 2030, join us for your “B Photo” — an annual tradition capturing the entire incoming class. Plus, free shirts! 

Group of students gathered.

Aug. 29, 2026, 1 - 4:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Saturday of Service

First-year students: spend the afternoon completing service projects and learning about the local community!

photobooth homecoming festival

Aug. 29, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Alumni House

BSG Presents: Welcome Week Festival

Kick off the new year with fun, excitement, and campus spirit at our Welcome Week Festival!

Aug. 31, 2026, All Day 

Instruction Begins

Happy first day of classes, Golden Eagles! 

Glow night

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Campus Mall

BSG Presents: Glow the Night Away

Light up the night at our exciting Glow Night celebration!

Move in during welcome weekend

Aug. 29, 2026, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Various Locations

Transfer & Returning Student Move In

Transfer & Returning Students: It’s time to move back in and get ready for an incredible year at Brockport.

Entrance of Eagle Hall facing New Campus Drive

Aug. 30, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Fannie Barrier Williams Liberal Arts Building

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Eagle Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Front entrance of Perry Hall facing the quad and lights

Aug. 30, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Perry Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

front entrance of Bramley Hall facing the quad

Aug. 30, 2026, 7 - 7:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Bramley Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Front Entrance of Briggs Hall

Aug. 30, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Briggs Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Dobson entrance facing the Campus Mall

Aug. 30, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Dobson Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

walkway with Townhomes on each side

Aug. 30, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Fannie Barrier Williams Liberal Arts Building

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Townhomes Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Front entrance of Mortimer Hall facing Harrison Dining hall with flowers in the front

Aug. 30, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

Returning Students All-Hall Meeting: Mortimer Hall

Join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! This meeting is an opportunity to learn about important community expectations, campus resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved throughout the semester. Attendance helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Aug. 31, 2026, All Day 

Instruction Begins

Happy first day of classes, Golden Eagles! 

A family standing together.

Parent/Family Open Houses

Meet with staff and other families while you’re on campus for move-in!

Dates: August 26 & 27
Time: 12 - 1:30 pm
Location: Academic Success Center (A.W. Brown Building Patio)


 

Full schedule of events 

Here’s everything planned for Welcome Week! 

International Orientation Fountain

Aug. 25, 2026, All Day 

International Student Move-In Day

Welcome International Students! We’re so glad you’re here. Our International Student Services team will help you move into your new home on campus. 

Aug. 26, 2026, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Hartwell Hall

International Student Orientation

Welcome to SUNY Brockport. Over the next few days, you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, discuss immigration rules, and get settled here at Brockport. 

move-in volunteers on a moving cart

Aug. 27, 2026, 8 a.m. - Noon | Various Locations

First-Year Living Learning Community (LLC) Student Move In

First-Year Living Learning Community (LLC) students: it’s time to move-in. We can’t wait to welcome you to the nest! We’ll help you unload, transfer your belongings to your room, and get you settled into your new home.

Move in during welcome week

Aug. 27, 2026, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Honors College Student Move In

It’s time to make Brockport your home! Move-in to the Honors House LLC, meet your roommates, and become a part of the campus community.

Aug. 27, 2026, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Hartwell Hall

International Student Orientation

Welcome to SUNY Brockport. Over the next few days, you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, discuss immigration rules, and get settled here at Brockport. 

A family standing together.

Aug. 27, 2026, Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Academic Success Center Patio

Parent/Family Open House- Day 1

Parents, families, and supporters of new students!

Connect with the Office of New Student & Transition Programs and get connected with parent resources on and off campus!

Enjoy Lunch and mingle with fellow family/supporters!

Aug. 27, 2026, 2 - 4 p.m. | Edwards Hall

First-Year Honors Activities with Peer Mentors

Honors First-year Student Activities with Honors Peer Mentors

2 people in yellow Brockport move-in shirts pose by moving bin

Aug. 27, 2026, 5 - 6 p.m. | Seymour Union

Welcome Reception for Living Learning Communities Residents & Families

New Living Learning Communities residents and their families are invited to a Welcome Reception to connect with staff, faculty, and peers while enjoying light appetizers and refreshments. Following the reception, residents will attend their first LLC Floor Meeting with their Resident Assistant (RA).

Aug. 27, 2026, 9 - 11 p.m. | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Stadium

BSG and LLC’s Presents: Movie Under the Stars

Welcome Week starts off with our first special event for all early arrival students with our Movie Under the Stars! Come hang out with your new friends and meet other students and watch Bring it On! on the Big Screen!

Move in during welcome week

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Various Locations

New Student Move In

Welcome First-Year & EOP Students! We’re so excited you’re here. We’ll help you unload, transfer belongings to your rooms, and get you settled into your new home.

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Hartwell Hall

International Student Orientation

Welcome to SUNY Brockport. Over the next few days, you will create friendships, meet faculty and staff, learn about campus policies and resources, discuss immigration rules, and get settled here at Brockport. 

Aug. 28, 2026, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Cooper Hall, New York Room

Honors First-Year Student Orientation

Get familiar with the Honors College curriculum and learn what to expect from your experience at Brockport.

A family standing together.

Aug. 28, 2026, Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Academic Success Center Patio

Parent/Family Open House- Day 2

Parents, families, and supporters of new students!

Connect with the Office of New Student & Transition Programs and get connected with parent resources on and off campus!

Enjoy Lunch and mingle with fellow family/supporters!

Front door entrance of Harmon Hall facing the Campus Mall

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: Harmon Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of Harmon Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Students in a group in front of MacVicar Hall facing the Campus Mall

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: MacVicar Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of MacVicar Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

front door of MacFarlane Hall from grass

Aug. 28, 2026, 8 - 8:45 p.m. | Edwards Hall

New Student All-Hall Meeting: McFarlane Hall

First- Year Residents join your Resident Assistant and fellow community members for your All Hall Meeting! Attendance is required for all residents of McFarlane Hall. This helps ensure you have the information and connections needed for a successful residential experience.

Glow night

Aug. 28, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Campus Mall

BSG Presents: Glow the Night Away

Light up the night at our exciting Glow Night celebration!

Move in during welcome weekend

Aug. 29, 2026, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Various Locations

Transfer & Returning Student Move In

Transfer & Returning Students: It’s time to move back in and get ready for an incredible year at Brockport.

Students sitting in bleachers.

Aug. 29, 2026, 9:30 a.m. - Noon | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

New Student Kickoff

For all new first-year students: Kickoff the fall semester and Welcome Weekend with us in the SERC! Bring your enthusiasm and hear from Alumni on how to make the most out of your SUNY Brockport experience.

Class of 2026 B Photo

Aug. 29, 2026, Noon - 1 p.m. | Alumni Walk

Class of 2030 “B” Photo

Class of 2030, join us for your “B Photo” — an annual tradition capturing the entire incoming class. Plus, free shirts! 

Group of students gathered.

Aug. 29, 2026, 1 - 4:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Saturday of Service

First-year students: spend the afternoon completing service projects and learning about the local community!

photobooth homecoming festival

Aug. 29, 2026, 9 - 11:45 p.m. | Alumni House

BSG Presents: Welcome Week Festival

Kick off the new year with fun, excitement, and campus spirit at our Welcome Week Festival!

room with round tables and chairs.

Aug. 30, 2026, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. | Cooper Hall

Transfer Student Pizza Palooza

Join New Student and Transition Programs and enjoy a slice or two, connect with other transfer students, and get ready for the start of the fall semester! 

We will walk over together to Academic Convocation.

sankofa drum ensemble performs at academic convocation

Aug. 30, 2026, Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

Academic Convocation

Celebrate the start of a new academic year as faculty, staff, and students come together to honor Brockport’s traditions, achievements, and shared commitment to excellence.

Aug. 30, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Special Events Recreation Center (SERC)

Classroom Search

After Convocation and the following reception, take part in our Classroom Search and get familiar with campus before the semester begins.