Bear Essentials
August 28, 2024
Rape, Aggression and Defense Training
Rape, Aggression and Defense Training (RAD), provided by Public Safety and Police Services, is free to female students, faculty and staff. See announcement below to register for Sept. 16, 17, 19 training.
Visit the KU Campus Store for a Chance to Win - Stop by the front cash register with your bestie to be entered in the drawing for a $50 git card by Friday, Aug. 30. The winner will be contacted on Friday (College Colors Day).
Extended Hours - The offices of Financial Aid and Student Accounts will be open until 5:30 p.m. Aug. 28-29.
Register for Rape, Aggression and Defense (RAD) Training - Provided by Public Safety and Police Services. Free to female students, faculty and staff. Training is scheduled 6 p.m., on Sept. 16 (Old Main, Room 22A) and Sept. 17 & 19 (Old Main, Georgian Room). You must attend all three sessions to complete the RAD program. Email or call 610-683-4860 to sign up.
Free KU Football Tickets - Use your KU login, create an account and access student only events, discounted KU Presents! tickets and a FREE TICKET to regular season home KU football games!
Tickets for NYC Bus Trip and Broadway Show - Trip is Sept. 28, tickets go on sale Sept. 5 at 8 a.m.
What is Engage? - Engage is a website for KU students to get involved, learn more about events and organizations on campus and start building a resume.
Events
Welcome Week - Check out the Fall 2024 Welcome Week Schedule. Activities are planned throughout the week and beyond. Don't miss the fun!
Wed. Aug. 28
Treats for Transfers - Tau Sigma national honor society Rita's fundraiser. 6-8 p.m., Rita's on Main St.
David Hall: Cards Against the Hypnotist - David Hall's latest interactive, laugh out loud, drop-to-your knees funny, comedy hypnosis show! Event will be held at 7 p.m. in MSU 218.
Thu. Aug. 29
Unity Rally - Honor our diversity and celebrate our unity as Golden Bears! Happy Guy giveaway! 11 a.m. behind Schaeffer Auditorium.
Community Link Fair - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Schaeffer Lawn.
Chill Out, Grill Out - 6-8 p.m. 1944 Grill, Golden Bear Plaza.
Senior Kickoff - 3 p.m. Receive info to successfully find employment. Gain the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU! Via Zoom.
Fri. Aug. 30
Bears at Night: Welcome Bingo - 7-9 p.m., South Dining Hall Room 1.
College Colors Day - Save 25% on apparel & gift in-store and online on National College Colors Day atthe KU Campus Store (while supplies last, exclusions apply)
Mon. Sept. 2
Labor Day - No classes, university offices closed.
Tue. Sept. 3
Welcome Hydration Station - MSU Lawn 10 a.m.-noon, DMZ 2-4 p.m. Refresh with us and enter to win an infused tumbler and meet the Peer Educators.
Iced Coffee, Cookies & Careers - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free coffee and cookies and meet the staff of the Career Development Center. Win some Prizes! Alumni Plaza.
LGBTQ Pride Night @ Reading Philies - Free tickets available at Boxwood House or Stratton 109. Game begins at 6:45 p.m. Transportation provided if needed. Bus Leaves at 5:30 p.m. Sign up on Engage.
Wed. Sept. 4
Fall Involvement Fair - 4-7 p.m., McFarland Student Union (MSU) 218.
Transfer Mix and Mingle - 7 p.m., University Place Conference Room.
Iced Coffee, Cookies & Careers - Noon-2 p.m. Free coffee and snacks and meet the staff of the Career Development Center. Win some Prizes! Alumni Plaza.