Welcome Programs
Welcome to the Nest, Ospreys!
Welcome programs are designed to help you embrace Stockton as your home, providing opportunities for you to learn, build connections, and grow into your best self. As you commit to Stockton, Welcome programs are intended to unify and empower students to take the following actions: 1) connect to other students, staff, and faculty during programs provided before classes begin and throughout the academic year 2) contribute to a more safe, inclusive, and welcoming community, and 3) complete your degree at Stockton.
NEW STUDENT WELCOME PROGRAMS SCHEDULE SPRING 2025
All new students are expected to attend Welcome events noted on your schedule that is unique to you. The programs provide opportunities for you to meet your peers, help you become familiar with the institution, and show you how to safely and successfully navigate the campus community. Some events are mandatory for all new students no matter if you are a first-year student, transfer student, commuter, or residential student. Attendance will be taken.
*Please note: Students must utilize their meal plans or personal funds for all meals during the Welcome Programs. This Welcome Program schedule is subject to change, check this website for our most up to date version!
Thursday January 16, 2025
11:00am-1:00pm New Student Move-in begins, Campus Center Meeting Room 5
Students will have the option to move-in between 11:00AM-1:00PM if they have already received a housing assignment.
New Students can alternately sign up for their move-in date/time for January 17-January 19 by viewing the Move-in Newsletter sent via email by Residential Life. New Residential students will receive their ID cards when they arrive for move-in.
Friday January 17, 2025 - Spring 2025 Meal Plans are active beginning today!
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
MANDATORY: Virtual Welcome Session and Assessment will be emailed out to all new undergraduate students for completion.
Saturday January 18, 2025
6:00pm New Residential students must attend this mandatory Residential Life meeting.
AC residents: Fannie Lou Hamer Event Room in the John F. Scarpa Academic Center
Galloway Residents: Lakeside Lodge
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
Monday January 20, 2025
9:00am Day of Service (free breakfast, and transportation included), various locations. Register by clicking the link!
Tuesday January 21, 2025 - Classes begin
New Commuter Student ID Pick-up available in Office of Student Records, 2nd floor Campus Center during business hours
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
12:00pm-2:00pm Welcome Home Resource Fair, AC Kesselman Hall - Fireside Lounge, come by for snacks and a chance to win a free TV!
4:00pm-5:30pm Winter Welcome Event, Campus Center Grand Hall, come by to create some connections, enjoy light refreshments, a grab FREE T-Shirt!
MANDATORY: 4 Vector online courses DUE for all new students. All new students are required to complete the 4 online courses before classes begin.
These courses are available after your New Student Orientation day and access information
will be sent to your Stockton email or you can visit https://stocktonstudents-nj.safecolleges.com/login
- Alcohol and Other Drugs (approximately 34 min)
- Sexual Violence Prevention (approximately 75 min)
- Personal Skills for a Diverse Campus (approximately 47 min)
- Mental Well-Being for Students (approximately 60 minutes)
Questions regarding the SafeColleges courses? Email Michael.Slaza@stockton.edu
Wednesday January 22, 2025
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
11:30am-3:00pm Welcome Back to Wellness Event, F-wing Atrium (Galloway Campus)
Thursday January 23, 2025
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
7:00pm Welcome Back Bingo, Campus Center Event Room, WIN PRIZES!
8:00pm SET Pizza Night, Campus Center Coffee House, Free Pizza!
Friday January 24, 2025
AMP Up Your Stockton Spirit Day, Everywhere, Students/Staff/Faculty/Alumni are encouraged to show their pride by wearing Stockton apparel!
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
Saturday January 25, 2025
11:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
Monday January 27, 2025
10:00am-11:30pm Campus Center Game room open
8:00pm Meet the Greeks, Campus Center Event Room
Tuesday January 28, 2025
10:00am-3:00pm Get Involved Fair, A-J Wing & Campus Center Grand Hall
8:00pm SET's Taco Tuesday, Campus Center Coffee House, Free Taco Bar
Wednesday January 29, 2025
10:00am-3:00pm Get Involved Fair, A-J Wing & Campus Center Grand Hall
5:30pm Talon's Birthday Party at the Women's & Men's Basketball Games, Sports Center, come eat sweets and take photos with Talon!
7:00pm Spring for Esports Gaming Mixer, Campus Center Event Room
Thursday January 30, 2025
12:30pm-1:30pm Leadership Lunch, Campus Center Meeting Room 5, Interactive discussion and free food!
2:30pm-6:00pm Study Abroad Fair, Campus Center, free prizes and information
Common Questions (Spring 2025)
All new students should have taken their Student ID card photo during their New Student Orientation day. Your ID card can be used to access campus facilities, purchase meals, and to purchase supplies at the campus book store.
New Residential Students: First-year and transfer students that are living in University housing will receive their ID card on their move-in day during their Residential Life check-in time.
New Commuter Students: First-year and transfer commuter students can receive their ID cards by visiting the office of Student Records on the 2nd floor of the Campus Center during business hours beginning on the first day of classes, Tuesday January 21, 2025.
If you did not take your photo for your student ID while on campus for New Student Orientation, you can follow the link below to submit a student ID photo online. Click here to log in with your Stockton (goPortal) credentials and submit your Student ID Photo.
Shuttles will follow their Winter hours schedule until January 20th. On January 20th the Lots 8AB Route will run from 5:00pm-10:00pm. The full shuttle schedules will resume on the first day of classes, Tuesday January 21, 2025.
note: click here to visit the shuttle website for normal hours
All information about dining can be found at the following website: dineoncampus.com/su. Your Spring 2025 meal plan is active beginning on Friday January 17, 2025.
Welcome Program Learning Outcomes:
- Identify practices and resources that promote safety, health and belonging at Stockton University.
- Identify practices and resources that will help students successfully engage and navigate new or unfamiliar circumstances.
- Identify practices and resources that will help students develop an understanding and appreciation of cultural and human differences and their role in promoting social justice in society.
Welcome to Stockton 2024
Welcome to Stockton 2023
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Picture Stockton... soaring higher on Spirit Day
Friday, September 6th, 2024 -
Picture Stockton...Welcoming New Ospreys with Open Wings
Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 -
Picture Stockton...Welcoming Ospreys to Campus
Tuesday, September 6th, 2022
View photos on Flickr
Weeks of Welcome Spirit Day 2024 Photo Gallery
Previous schedules from Welcome Programs can be found on our Welcome Program Archive Page.
Questions may be sent to studenttransitions@stockton.edu or by calling the Office of Student Transition Programs at 609-626-3643.
For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation, please contact the Office of Event Services and Campus Center Operations at 609.652.4878 or event.services@stockton.edu at least 5 business days in advance of your participation or visit.
