Fall 2024 Welcome Events | Residence Life

Wednesday, August 28

4:00pm-6:30pm - Family BBQ - Celebrate your move with a family BBQ - join us for great food, fun, and a chance to connect with new friends in your residence hall- Lower Green
9:00pm-11:00pm - Outdoor Movie Night - Join us for an outdoor movie night under the stars! The first 100 residents will receive a cozy NJIT Reslife blanket - don't miss out on the fun and swag - Sponsored by RHA (Residence Hall Association) - Upper Green (Movie is TBD)

Thursday, August 29

4:00pm-6:30pm - Highlander Family Tailgate - Kick off your college experience at the Highlander Family Tailgate BBQ - enjoy delicious food and connect with fellow students right after moving into your residence hall - Upper/Lower Green
4:00pm-6:00pm - Maui Wowi - Enjoy a Strawberry or Mango Orange Smoothie at the Highlander Family Tailgate - Upper Green
6:00pm-8:00pm - Women's Soccer Game - Catch the excitement as our women’s soccer team takes on Saint Peter’s - cheer on the home team and support them to victory! - Lubetkin Field at Mal Simon Stadium
8:00pm-9:00pm - Mandatory Residence Hall Meetings - Cypress Hall (Campus Center Ballroom A); Redwood Hall (Atrium); Martinson (Honors) Hall (Tiernan Lecture Hall 2)
9:00pm-11:00pm - Pin Dodgeball, Sponsored by NRHH (National Residence Hall Honorary), Come dodge, defend, and knock down pins for the win - WEC

Friday, August 30

9:30am-1:30am - Ignite Your NJIT Journey - Convocation 2024, Kick off your college journey at Convocation, where your adventure begins! - WEC
1:30pm - NSO 2.0 (Visit the NSO website for additional information)
5:00pm-9:00pm - NSO 2.0 Carnival -Dive into the fun at the New Student Orientation Carnival - enjoy games and activities as you kick off your college journey and make new friends - Upper/Lower Green

Saturday, August 31

12:00pm - Newark Walking Tour - Discover Newark with our engaging walking tour - explore the city's history, landmarks, and vibrant culture - Meet on the Honors Green
4:00pm - Me, Acai & Karaoke - Enjoy Acai bowls and sing your heart out! - Martinson (Honors) Green
8:00pm - Hypnotist - Prepare to be amazed and entertained as a Hypnotist takes the stage for a night of mind-bending fun - Campus Center Atrium

Sunday, September 1

1:00pm - Women's Soccer Game - Join us for an exciting match up as our women’s soccer team faces off against Rider University—come out and show your support - Lubetkin Field at Mal Simon Stadium - Free for NJIT students/$5 for friends and family
4:00pm - Sundae Funday - Cool off with delicious ice cream floats and enjoy a day of fun field games - join us for a sweet and active event with your new friends - Oak Multipurpose Room & Laurel/Oak Green
7:00pm - Glow Night - Illuminate your night at our Glow Party dance, socialize, and shine bright under the neon lights - Upper/Lower Green (rain location Atrium)

Monday, September 2

2:00pm - TacoBull - Enjoy tacos and take on the mechanical bull for an afternoon of food and fun-filled excitement - Laurel/Oak Green
5:00pm - Craft the Crib - Get creative and craft your crib with us - design and make unique decor to personalize your space- Cypress Hall 1st floor
8:00pm - Bingo Night - Play Bingo for a chance to win some cool prizes, Sponsored by RHA, Maple Hall Terrace

Tuesday, September 3

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES! - Start your college journey with a bang on the first day of classes - meet new friends, dive into your courses, and set the stage for an amazing year
Mandatory Community Standards Meetings - See email from your RA/CA for exact time and location

Sponsored by Residence Life, RHA, NRHH, Gourmet Dining, Athletics, New Student Orientation, Provost's Office, Alumni Office