Welcome Back Students!

We’re thrilled to have you back on the Hill! Get ready for a fantastic week filled with fun activities designed to help you ease into the semester. Let’s make this a memorable start to the school year!

Welcome Week is August 18-22, 2025

Monday, August 18
Bingo
6 p.m. | DCTC Patio 
Come play some Bingo and have the chance to win some amazing prizes!

Tuesday, August 19
RSU 25th Anniversary Cookout
5:30 p.m. | DCTC Patio 
Come and celebrate that RSU has been a four-year university for 25 years! We will have food, games, and celebration as we recognize this accomplishment!

Tuesday, August 19
Movie Night – “Back to the Future”
8 p.m. | DCTC Lawn
Stick around after the celebration to watch “Back to the Future” on the lawn! Popcorn and drinks provided! Bring a blanket to sit on!

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Big Tent Day
9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | DCTC Lawn
Don’t miss this BIG event under the BIG white tents! Come get FREE food and giveaways while you meet RSU orgs, departments, and community partners.

Thursday, August 21
RSU Takeover at Food Truck Thursday
6 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Downtown Claremore
Come check out downtown Claremore, and try some of the fantastic food trucks we have to offer! We will run a shuttle to and from the Res Life Club House at 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 9 p.m.!

Friday, August 22
Sno Cones
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | DCTC Patio
Come cool down with a sno cone, you’ve made it through your first week of classes!

Contact Information

For more information about Welcome Week, contact:

Office of Student Affairs
918-343-7579
[email protected]