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9am | Residence Halls Open

Both residence halls open, with staff, faculty, and students available to assist you with moving in.

Rimrock & Petro Halls

 

10am-2pm | Taking Care of Business

Finalize parking, confirm your account, create a payment plan, get your Ucard, and more.

McMullen Hall 

 

10am-2pm | Fall Kickoff Pack Pick Up

Claim your Kickoff Pack early. Wear your event t-shirt to Kickoff to avoid the check-in line.

SUB Lawn

 

6:30pm | Grocery Bingo

B-I-N-G-O! Win groceries and other prizes while making new friends.

SUB Glacier

 

7:30pm | Socially Awkward Ice Cream Social

Connect with your fellow Yellowjackets and enjoy ice cream.

SUB 2nd Floor

 

Explore Billings

Hike up the Rims (Heffner's Steps)

 ZooMontana Trip

SUB Atrium

5pm|Dinner and Triva

SUB Glacier

 

6pm | Jackets, Java & Jams

Join the Student Activities Board for an evening of food, fun, and activities.

SUB Atrium

 

9am | Honors Orientation Breakfast**

Interested in Honors? Get acquainted with the Honors staff and faculty at this meet-and-greet breakfast.

SUB Banquet A&B

 

9:30am or 3:30pm | Guided Tours (at City College)

Explore the City College campus in preparation for the semester.

Tech Building Jacket Student Central (depart)

 

10am | 麻花影视 Mile Tour

A quick tour around campus with expert guides.

SUB Atrium (depart)

 

11am-2pm | Fall Kickoff

New, returning, and transfer students will connect with staff and faculty to learn more about the University. Featuring swag, music, food, and more!

SUB Lawn

 

4:30pm | Residence Hall Floor Meetings

A brief opportunity for on-campus students to learn about your new home and meet your new neighbors.

Rimrock & Petro Halls

 

6:00pm | Waterslides & Fun**

Join RHA sliding into the Semester by coming and cooling off on the Water Slides!

SUB Lawn

 

Classes begin today!

 

9am-12pm | Donuts & Directions

Current staff, faculty, and students will be stationed around campus to answer questions and provide directions. Don't forget to grab a donut for the road and take advantage of our photo booth to capture that sweet moment of your first day of school.

University & City College Campuses

 

11am-1pm | Socially Awkward Ice Cream Social (at City College)

Connect with your fellow Yellowjackets and enjoy ice cream!

Tech Building Commons

 

11am-1pm | Native American Achievement Center Welcome

Good food and great company.

Native American Achievement Center

 

5-7pm | Yellowjacket Spirit Dinner**

Dining Services will serve up a tasty Yellowjacket-themed meal to fuel you for the semester ahead!

Rimrock Caf茅

 

6pm | BBQ & Bands

Join SAB in a fun filled evening by coming and meeting clubs. Enjoying dinner and listening to a wonderful band! Free Ice Cream too!

SUB Lawn

 

9am-12pm | Donuts & Directions

Current staff, faculty, and students will be stationed around campus to answer questions and provide directions. Don't forget to grab a donut for the road and take advantage of our photo booth to capture that sweet moment of your first day of school.

University & City College Campuses

 

1pm | Poppin' at the Library

Meet with the bookworms over at the Library. This delightful crew will be serving up hot fresh popcorn as well as information about the Library and the resources they offer.

Library 2nd Floor

 

7pm | The Price is Right

This might be the best show of the year, featuring amazing comedy and magic from a nationally touring artist.

Petro Theatre

 

2pm | Grass Volleyball

Join Recreation Activities to play/watch volleyball!

Rimrock Lawn

7pm | Ice Cream and Games

SUB Lawn

 

9:30am | Service Saturday

Grab breakfast and a free t-shirt before connecting with peers while giving back to your community.

Rimrock Cafe

 

6-9pm | Board Game Night

Make some friends and play some games!

SUB Upper Galleria