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Week of Welcome

Week of Welcome at Buffalo State University is a series of programs hosted by student organizations and the campus community to welcome our students during the first week of the semester! Interested in events taking place year-round? We encourage you to visit Bengal Connect for a full list of meetings and events sponsored by registered student organizations and campus departments!

 

All Week of Welcome events are free and open to all students.

 

Fall 2025 Week of Welcome Schedule NOW LIVE!

 

Fall 2025 Week of Welcome Schedule

New Student Move-In | Various Times & Locations Around Campus

Welcome to campus! We're so glad you're here. 

 

Glow in the Dark Roller Rink | Social Hall, 7pm - 11pm

Grab a friend and join us for an evening of skating! Skates are provided.

Convocation Ceremony | Rockwell Performing Arts Center (PAC), 11:00am - 11:45am

Receive an official welcome from Buffalo State - welcome to the Bengal family!

Academic Department Time | Various Locations Around Campus, 12:30pm - 1:15pm

Meet with faculty and staff from your major and get any of your last-minute questions answered!

Post-Convocation Party | The Plaza, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Celebrate with us after Convocation with some ice cream, music, and games!

Silent Disco | Student Union Social Hall, 9:00pm - 12:00am

Come out for a jam-packed evening of music and dancing!

Returning Student Move-In | Various Locations Around Campus

Welcome back, Bengals! We're so glad you're back.

Paint 'n Sip | Student Union Lobby, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Unwind with us after a busy few days and paint a picture or two!

Shuttle Buses to Nearby Stores | Cleveland Circle, All Day

Grab some last-minute items before the start of classes.

Donuts w/the Dean | Student Union Lobby, 9:00am - 11:00am

Grab a cup of coffee to go and say hello to the Dean of Students team!

154 ft of Nachos | The Plaza, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Join us for an annual tradition as we celebrate Buffalo State's 154th anniversary!

Open Mic/Karaoke Night | Student Union Lobby, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Come show off your musical talent, recite some poetry, or maybe try out a comedy set!

Part-Time Job and Internship Fair | The Plaza, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Looking for a part-time job or internship in the Fall? This is a great place to start!

Food Pantry Grand Re-Opening | Campbell 400, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Our food pantry got a revamp this summer - come check it out and celebrate its re-opening!

Grocery Bingo | Student Union Social Hall, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Join us for an evening of bingo and have a chance to win some delicious prizes!

Orgapalooza | The Plaza, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

End off Week of Welcome and party with Buffalo State's orgs! Find your niche on campus and join us for music and inflatables!

Want more information about the transition to Buffalo State?

Get in contact with some adjacent offices below!