FIU is excited to welcome you to the Fall 2024 semester! We've planned a week's worth of exciting events and information sessions featuring food, fun and giveaways to help you kick off the semester right. There's something for everyone!
Monday, August 26
Doors open at 6 p.m. at Pitbull Stadium
Experience FIU's newly renamed Pitbull Stadium and kickoff an exciting new year alongside thousands of Panthers at one of FIU's biggest traditions of the year! There will be food, entertainment, giveaways, and so much more! Plus, a special welcome from President Kenneth Jessell, Provost Elizabeth Bejar, and other university leadership. Panthers' F1RST NIGHT is the perfect way to celebrate the start of the semester, meet new friends, and see how you can get involved in the vibrant campus life at FIU!
Wednesday, August 28
12-2 p.m. | Panther Square
Homecoming Week is almost here... Head to BBC to celebrate the final countdown with food and fun!
Breakfast with Student Experiences
10 a.m. | GC 2240
Stop by to grab a bite and a pin (while supplies last).
Women's Equality Day
12:30-2:30 p.m. | GC 243
Join the FIU Women's Center and Centers for Student Engagement to celebrate the accomplishments of women and the progress they have made globally.
SGA Senate Meeting
4-6 p.m. | GC 150
Student Government Association members are reminded to attend the weekly senate meeting. This meeting is open to all students.
Panthers' F1RST NIGHT
6-10 p.m. | Pitbull Stadium
Experience FIU's newly renamed Pitbull Stadium and kickoff an exciting new year alongside thousands of Panthers at one of FIU's biggest traditions of the year! There will be food, entertainment, giveaways, and so much more! Plus, a special welcome from President Kenneth Jessell, Provost Elizabeth Bejar, and other university leadership. Panthers' F1RST NIGHT is the perfect way to celebrate the start of the semester, meet new friends, and see how you can get involved in the vibrant campus life at FIU.
FIU Athletics Takeover
12-2 p.m. | GC Pit
Don't miss the chance to experience FIU Athletics and get hyped for the 2024 season. Our Panther athletes need your support from the stands this Fall!
Meet the Multicultural Greek Council
6:30-10 p.m. | GC Ballrooms
Learn about how to get involved in FIU's Multicultural Greek Council organizations this semester and make the most of your FIU experience.
Multicultural Greek Council x Esports Switch Tournament
11 a.m.-3 p.m. | GC Pit
Face off against Panthers in a friendly esports tourny and learn about the exciting opportunities for students interested in joining the esports and Greek communities at FIU.
Welcome Back with Center for Leadership & Service
11 a.m.-1 p.m. | GC 242/243
Snag a giveaway and learn about the service and leadership opportunities at FIU.
Lunch Break with SGA
2:30-4 p.m. | GC 230
Meet your SGA representatives and have lunch on SGA (first come, first served)!
The Pride Center's "Queer Success with Cookies"
3-4 p.m. | GC 216
Join the FIU Pride Center to connect with other students, learn about opportunities for the year, eat snacks, play games and snag giveaways!
Panther Camp Dodgeball Tournament
3-5 p.m. | WRC 140 North & South Courts
Did you attend Panther Camp in 2024? Join us for a reunion and dodgeball tournament!
BSU State of the Union
6:30-10 p.m. | GC Ballrooms
This annual, foundational event is an opportunity for the bureau to give the FIU community information on the "state of the Black Student Union" and issues facing students of the African Diaspora at FIU, receive and give recommendations for the university to consider, and highlight the initiatives for the academic year.
Panthers Market
10 a.m.-3 p.m. | GC Lawns
Explore local food vendors and artisans from the Miami community.
Sweet Stack by Student Experiences
11 a.m.-3 p.m. | GC Pit
Enjoy treats and check out the exciting things to come from the Student Experiences team this semester!
We've Got Your Six: Veterans & Military Affairs Resource Fair
12-2 p.m. | GC 243
Are you a veteran or military-affiliated student? Stop by this campus/community resource fair to learn about the opportunities and services available to you at FIU.
Multicultural Greek Council Cookout & Movie Night
6:30 p.m. | Housing Quad Lawn
Learn about the Multicultural Greek Council and Centers for Student Engagement while you chill out after class with a mouth-watering cookout and movie night.
Healthy Living Program's Housing Fair
12-4 p.m. | TBD
Enjoy FREE massages, acutonics and giveaways while you learn about the services and resources FIU's Healthy Living Program has to offer students!
Homecoming Popup
12-2 p.m. | GC Pit
Get hyped for Homecoming Week! Don't forget to mark your calendars for Sept. 12-21!
Glow Fest
8-11 p.m. | GC Lawns
This collab between Black Student Union, Multicultural Greek Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council and Campus Life is sure to be a blast. Don't miss the chance to glow into the night.
Residential Housing Association's Welcome Splash
2-4 p.m. | Housing Quad
Welcome event for FIU Housing Residents!
