Welcome to Demon Days 2015! - Northwestern State University

Welcome to Demon Days 2015!
Welcome to Northwestern State University! Are you all moved in and looking for something to do?
Check out the calendar for Demon Days 2015!
Demon Days is a month-long series of FUN and FREE events designed to
welcome new and returning students to Northwestern State. Demon Days
begins with Move-In and continues throughout the month of September.
Whether you are new to campus or a rising senior, Demon Days has something for everyone. The schedule is full of activities to help you explore your
Northwestern State home, connect with old friends, meet new ones, and
celebrate the start of the school year with fellow Demons and the NSU community.
Don’t miss the Signature Events, indicated with a
Signature Events are either required or important enough that we
think you should attend.
#demondays
Back to School Supply Drive
Inspired by the First Year Experience motto, “Loyalty. Leadership. Service.”
Pitchforks and Pencils gives new students the opportunity to give back to the
Natchitoches community. You can help local children in need start the school year
prepared by donating back-to-school supplies. Drop off school supplies during Move-In
Day and throughout the first week of classes.
Supplies Needed
• #2 Pencils
• Erasers
• Crayons
• Colored Pencils
• Washable Markers
• Pocket Folders
• Composition Notebooks
• Rulers
• Construction Paper
NSU Selfie Challenge!
• 3 Ring Binders
• White Glue
• Paper Towels/Kleenex
Low on gas money?
Need some exercise?
Just looking for fun?
Do you think you have what it takes to be
a true selfie champion?
Come to the Wesley and
Take a selfie at Demon Days Events
from Aug. 22-Sept. 3, 2015 and
use the hashtag #nsulaselfie on Instagram.
Users must follow @nsula on Instagram in
order to be crowned a champion.
Borrow a Bike for FREE!
We are sharing bikes with NSU students to promote
healthy choices, environmental awareness,
and fellowship.
Come to the Wesley and check out our bikes!
You can keep them for up to three days at a time, at
absolutely no cost to you.
We will award a customized
Demon Selfie Stick
to the winner(s) on a daily basis.
Remember, creativity always wins.
Good luck and Fork `Em Demons!
#nsulaselfie @nsula
We’d love to hear about your adventures!
Demon Days Schedule
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Friday, August 21, 2015
“Rock of Ages Tour” & 80’s Party
7 – 9:30 p.m. | Iberville Green
Lady Demon Soccer vs LSU-Alexandria
Poof up your hair and throw on your best 80’s gear as
we kick off the semester like Rock Stars! It’s time to
party like your parents with the L.A. ROXX 80’s Tribute
Band. Costume contest, food, fun, photo booth and
more. BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket)!
Sponsored by KNWD Radio, Student Activities Board, and
The First Year Experience
6:30 p.m. | Lady Demon Soccer Complex
Kick off the fall semester with the NSU Soccer team
and the NSU Athletic Department, cheering for the
Demons. Food and beverages will be provided, so
come and be prepared to have some FUN!
Saturday, August 22, 2015
Sunday, August 23, 2015
Move-In Day
7 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Campus Residence Halls
New Student Convocation
The NSU Move-In Crew and the Natchitoches
community will be there to help! Refer to the welcome
and information packet from Campus Living Villages
for specific room assignments and move-in times.
Sponsored by Campus Living Villages & the NSU Community
5 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium
New Student Convocation serves as the University’s
official welcome to entering students and marks the
beginning of your academic journey at Northwestern
State. New students are expected to attend. This
event is for first year students only.
Sponsored by The President’s Office & First Year Experience
Taking Care of Business
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Services Center
Class of 2019 Photo
Have a few last minute questions and need answers?
The following offices will be open in the Student
Services Center and ready to assist: Admissions,
Financial Aid, One Card, Registrar’s, Student
Accounting and Cashiers, and University Recruiting.
University Police will also distribute parking permits at
this location.
5:45 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium
Smile for the camera! It’s the official Class of 2019
photo.
President’s Picnic
Normal Hill
Following the New Student Convocation ceremony,
University Bookstore
new students are invited to join us at Normal Hill
for the President’s Picnic. Enjoy dinner, music, and
festivities with your NSU Connectors. This event is for
first year students only.
Sponsored by President Henderson & The First Year
Experience
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Friedman Student Union
Be prepared for the first day of classes by picking up
your textbooks, supplies, and NSU sportswear.
Sweet Tea & Sweet Goodbyes
10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Iberville Dining Hall
BCM Meet & Greet
It’s official…the last year of high school, the last
ballgame, the last prom…the last box unpacked in
the residence hall. It’s time for Sweet Tea and a Sweet
Goodbye! We will have everything you need to write
your new student a sweet goodbye – note cards,
something cool to drink, and air conditioning! This
program is for parents/guardians of new students.
Sponsored by First Year Experience, Sodexo Campus Dining & the University Print Shop
8:30 p.m. | University Columns & Varnado Hall
Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for?
How about meeting new friends and great fellowship
in a relaxed environment. Come explore all the BCM
has to offer.
Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry
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This is one event you will not want to miss! FREE
Smoothie King smoothies and Raising Cane’s sweet
tea.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Monday, August 24, 2015
Sophomore Breakfast Club
7 – 8 a.m. | Orville Hanchey Gallery
BCM Meet & Greet
Bye-Bye Freshman Year. Hello Year 2 at NSU! Welcome
back Class of 2018! Start the semester off with your
classmates and join us for breakfast with perks. This
event is for second year students only.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience & Sodexo Dining
Services
9 p.m. | University Place I
Fun times and free food. What more could you ask for?
How about meeting new friends and great fellowship
in a relaxed environment. Come explore all the BCM
has to offer.
Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Dude, Where’s My Class?
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Kyser Brickway
What? It’s the first day of classes? You’ve got questions
about campus? We’ve got answers. Stop by the help
tent and let us help you find your way. Don’t forget to
bring your schedule with you.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
IFC Open House
Here’s your opportunity to check out the 7
Interfraternity Greek Chapters here at NSU to
learn more about the values and history of each
organization. You will get to meet some of the coolest
and most involved guys on campus as you decide to
dive into campus life by going Greek!
Check out greeks.nsula.edu for times and locations
for each open house.
Information Station
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom
Information Station is your one-stop shop for success.
Get your NSU ID coded, pick up your parking permit,
take your yearbook photo, and add a meal plan. You
can do it all - and much more in one location. Stop by
Information Station in the Student Union Ballroom and
let us help.
Sponsored by Student Life
Dude, Where’s My Class?
7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Kyser Brickway
What? It’s the first day of classes? You’ve got questions
about campus? We’ve got answers. Stop by the help
tent and let us help you find your way. Don’t forget to
bring your schedule with you.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Moodle & Technology Workshop
1 p.m. | 2 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Information Station
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom
Information Station is your one-stop shop for success.
Get your NSU ID coded, pick up your parking permit,
take your yearbook photo, and add a meal plan. You
can do it all - and much more in one location. Stop by
Information Station in the Student Union Ballroom and
let us help.
Sponsored by Student Life
Color Chaos
6 – 8:30 p.m. | Organization Row
You made it through the first day of classes! Now
it’s time to relax and have some fun. Join us on
Organization Row for live music with The Kopacetic
Band, a tailgate dinner with the Demon Grillers, and
the largest water slide in North Louisiana. What could
make this event any better? Oh, that’s right…150
gallons of paint! FREE t-shirts to the first 300 students.
Free Day of Golf
All Day | NSU Recreation Complex
Head out to the NSU Recreation Complex and enjoy a
free round of golf.
Sponsored by NSU Recreation Complex
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Moodle & Technology Workshop
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
1 p.m. | 2 p.m. | 3 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Putt for Parking
4 – 6 p.m. | Student Services Center Triangle
Your chance to win a free faculty/staff parking permit
for the year! Already purchased your parking permit?
No problem. You get the cash if you win!
Sponsored by First Year Experience & University Affairs
Chi Alpha Campus Ministry
Wet and Wild Scavenger Hunt
5 – 7 p.m. | Iberville Green
Chillin’ & Grillin’
with the Greeks
A challenging scavenger hunt around campus
with surprises at every turn! Get ready for a fun
and competitive way to get to know your campus
and fellow classmates. Water guns are encouraged.
Warning: you will get wet!
Sponsored by Chi Alpha Campus Ministry
5 – 7 p.m. | Student Union Circle
Enjoy a cookout, music, and games after your classes.
Chillin’ and Grillin’ with the Greeks provides a great
opportunity to meet and interact with fraternity and
sorority representatives.
Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life
Glow in the Dark Zumba
7 – 8:30 p.m. | Health & Human Performance Gym
It’s a Glowing 80’s Zumba Party with the NSU Pom
Line and the NSU Freshman Connectors. Paint, glow
sticks, party favors, and prizes for the most outrageous
80’s attire will be provided. Not into Zumba? Come
anyway – it’s fun to watch! Free Smoothie King
smoothies.
Sponsored by NSU Pom Line & the Freshman Connectors
FYE & VIP Carnival Night
6 – 8 p.m. | Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Join the First Year Experience and Barnes & Noble
Bookstore for a night of VIP shopping and fun. What
could be more fun than reuniting with the NSU
Connectors, Bookstore Bowling, Duck Diving, Scantron
Pong, and Bouncing for Bucks? Bookstore discounts,
carnival food and more. Grand Prize drawing at 8:00
p.m. Let your inner-kid out carnival-style one last
time before you hit the books. Free Smoothie King
smoothies.
Sponsored by Barnes & Noble Bookstore and the First Year
Experience
BCM Meet & Greet
9 p.m. | University Place II
Fun times and free food! What more could you ask for?
How about meeting new friends and great fellowship
in a relaxed environment. Come explore all the BCM
has to offer.
Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry
BCM First Worship Service
SAB Movie Night at Parkway Cinema
8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry
9 p.m. | Parkway Cinema
The first 100 students will get a free pass to the movie
of their choice for the 9:00 p.m. feature. Students must
have a current NSU Student ID.
Sponsored by Student Activities Board
Thursday, August 27, 2015
The First Year - How Sweet It Is!
Wednesday, August 26, 2015
1 - 4 p.m. | The FYE Office-Student Services
Center
The FYE Staff invites you to make “Our Space—Your
Place!” Stop by the FYE Office and see just how sweet
Moodle & Technology Workshop
1 p.m. | 2 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
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your first year in college can be. All first year students
attending this event will be entered for a grand prize
drawing!
Sponsored by the First Year Experience
Friday, August 28, 2015
NSU Purple Priday!
On Fridays We Wear PURPLE!
Moodle & Technology Workshop
3 p.m. | 4 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
[1 of 7] Service Event
1 – 3 p.m. | Student Services Center
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
1 of 7. It’s a simple concept. And it’s one that can
make a huge difference. Begin your community
service career with your classmates. Transportation,
snacks and drinks will be provided. Buses will depart
from the Student Services Center at 1:00 p.m. to go to
Cane River Food Pantry and St. Augustine Church. To
register for this event go to nsula.edu/1of7 .
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Student Support Services New Student
Orientation
5 - 7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom
IFC Bid Day
All new participants of Student Support Services are
invited to a New Student Orientation. Learn how SSS
can assist you in meeting the challenges of college life.
Sponsored by Student Support Services
4 p.m. | Normal Hill
Celebrate your decision to become a part of over 80
years of Greek Life at NSU at IFC Bid Day. The Greek
community will all gather in front of historic Russell
Hall as the newest members of the Interfraternity
Council chapters are revealed!
Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council
Get Loud @ the Library
6 - 8 p.m. | Watson Library
For one night, Watson Library will transform from a
popular study spot into three floors of fun and games.
Join us for a Mega Cookie Bar, music, games, and fun.
The more you learn about the library…the better
your chances at winning gift cards, prizes, and a Fitbit.
Learn more about the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor
Society First Year Academic Challenge.
Sponsored by Watson Library & Alpha Lambda Delta
National Honor Society
Follies Finale
5 p.m. | President’s Field
Show your true connection colors and gear up for the
Follies Finale! Join your Freshman Connection color
group and color groups through the ages as we host
the ultimate Follies showdown. One last time…who
will win the shirt? Your chance to win the $500 grand
prize ping-pong ball drop. Follies, food and fun! Free
Smoothie King smoothies.
Sponsored by Freshman Connection
Waffle and Coffee Late Night
9 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Fun times and free food! It’s a great way to wind down
after Week 1 @ NSU!
Saturday, August 29, 2015
Midnight Cereal Bar
No Time for a Siesta,
We’re Having a Fiesta!
12 a.m. | University Residence Halls
See you at midnight for a late night treat!
Sponsored by Campus Living Villages
6 – 8 p.m. | Collins Pavilion-Tailgate Field
Welcome to the weekend. Enjoy a laid-back time with
International flare. Live music, Salsa dance lessons,
Henna tattoos, nacho bar, and mocktails.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience and University
Affairs
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DEFINITELY not another university’s gear. Save the
high school shirt for Throwback Thursday, but trade a
t-shirt from another university for your Demon swag
(one per person while supplies last). Used shirts will be
donated to local charities.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Monday, August 31, 2015
Trade Your Tee
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Kyser Brickway
You are a Demon now. You should be sporting your
purple and white, not your old high school t-shirt, and
DEFINITELY not another university’s gear. Save the
high school shirt for Throwback Thursday, but trade a
t-shirt from another university for your Demon swag
(one per person while supplies last). Used shirts will be
donated to local charities.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Moodle & Technology Workshop
2 p.m. | 3 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Moodle & Technology Workshop
3 p.m. | 4 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
The Experience
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
6 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom
Participants will engage mind, body and spirit in order
to influence, accomplish and lead! This program
guarantees to be an entertaining and impactful use
of your time. Ryan Penneau, award winning speaker
and national leadership trainer brings one of his most
memorable leadership events to NSU to truly help you
set some goals, follow through, and learn more about
the authentic you! ENERGY is EVERYTHING! And this
will not fall short of any expectations...guaranteed.
This event requires registration:
https://orgsync.com/24592/forms/154131
Sponsored by Student Activities & Organizations
Battleship
6:30 p.m. | NSU Recreation Complex
Strategy. Teamwork. Victory. Remember your
favorite childhood board game? It’s time to be the
BATTLESHIP and sink your opponents! Join us at the
NSU Recreation Complex for this epic life-size and live
action game of Battleship. Appropriate swimwear
required.
Sponsored by Intramurals
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Moodle & Technology Workshop
All-Sports Golf Battle
2 p.m. | 3 p.m.
Student Services Center 147
6:30 p.m. | NSU Recreation Complex
Prefer to stay on dry land? Try your hand at the Dude
Perfect All-Sport Golf. You don’t have to be a golf pro
to test your skills in this multi-sport game of golf.
Sponsored by the Recreation Complex and The First
Experience
Spend an hour with The First Year Experience students
to learn more about both of these very important
electronic services used by Northwestern State faculty,
staff and students. You’ll have hands-on opportunities
to try what you learn!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Trade Your Tee
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Kyser Brickway
You are a Demon now. You should be sporting your
purple and white, not your old high school t-shirt, and
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Student Support Services Tailgating
Purple Palooza
4:30 - 6 p.m. | Tailgate Field
7 – 8 p.m. | Turpin Stadium
Looking for a fun way to get involved at Northwestern
State? Stop by Purple Palooza to meet representatives
from various student organizations. This is the place to
find a student organization or activity that meets your
needs and interests. Join us for an early evening of
great information, music, prizes, and more.
Sponsored by Student Activities & Organizations
The Inferno
5:30 p.m. | Turpin Stadium
The countdown is on! New students must arrive at
Turpin Stadium East Gate by 5:30 p.m. wearing “The
Inferno” t-shirt. Students are encouraged to show
their Demon pride by participating in the “Screaming
Demon” spirit contest. The most spirited new student
will win a cash prize of $100.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience & Campus Living
Villages
Demons Come Out at Night
Pep Rally
8 p.m. | Turpin Stadium
Show your Demon spirit at the first game pep rally.
Meet the players and coaches, as well as members of
the NSU Spirit Groups and the Spirit of Northwestern
Marching Band. Students can pick up Game Day swag
and new students will pick up Inferno t-shirts and
participate in a practice run through.
Sponsored by Order of Omega Honor Society and The
First Year Experience
White Out! NSU Demons versus SLU
Lions
6 p.m. | Turpin Stadium
Are you ready for some football? WHITE OUT for the
Demons!
September 4 - 6
Sorority Recruitment
Speed Friending
8:30 p.m. | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Register at
greeks.nsula.edu/how-to-join
Talk your way through a friendly round of speed
friending and meet new friends, connect with
classmates, and learn more about the Baptist
Collegiate Ministry. Refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Student Support Services Game Night
Sorority Recruitment Convocation
5-7 p.m. | Varnado Hall
Following Pep Rally | Student Union Ballroom
Chill out and relax over a friendly game or two with
Student Support Services. A variety of games will be
available including Phase 10, Uno, Dominoes and
many more.
Sponsored by Student Support Services
Convocation is required for women registered for
Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment. Come learn about
the recruitment process, the Panhellenic community
and meet recruitment counselors who will be your
guide through the week.
Sponsored by College Panhellenic Council
Pack the Pantry BINGO
7 p.m. | Vic’s in the Student Union
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Is your pantry looking a little bare? Come play BINGO
with FYE for a chance to win non-perishable food items
and themed snack baskets!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
New Student Tailgate
4 - 5:30 p.m. | Turpin Stadium East Gate
Nothing is better than gathering with friends before
Northwestern State home football games. Still making
friends? Join the First Year Experience at the WHITE
OUT Tailgate party food, drinks and fun. If you’re
spotted wearing your “Inferno” t-shirt at the FYE
Tailgate, you will be entered for a grand prize drawing!
Sponsored by the First Year Experience
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Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
NPHC Mixer
The Demon Dash
7-8 p.m. | A.A. Fredericks Auditorium
5 p.m. | Collins Pavilion-Tailgate Field
It’s time to mix and mingle. Join the NPHC for a Mixer
to meet the members and find out what NPHC has to
offer.
Sponsored by National Pan-Hellenic Council
The Demon Dash is your opportunity to meet the NSU
student athletes while competing in a variety of relay
games. Do YOU have what it takes?
Sponsored by The First Year Experience & Demon Athletics
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Myths & Legends Tour
9 p.m. | Normal Hill
Meet up at the NSU Columns on Normal Hill to go on
this late night, hair-raising tour of NSU’s campus. Come
out and meet some of Northwestern State’s legends!
Glow sticks will be provided!
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
NSU Family Day
3:30 p.m. | Turpin Stadium
Invite your family to spend the day at NSU! A tailgate
dinner, live music and fun for everyone.
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
The First Year Involvement
Challenge
7 p.m. | Student Union Ballroom
We’re going Back to the Future for the First Year
Involvement Challenge. Join over 75 NSU student leaders
for this fast-paced simulation of your first year in college.
Sponsored by The First Year Experience
“The only impossible journey
is the one you never begin.”
— Anthony Robbins
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