Welcome Weekend
Welcome Weekend 2024: August 15 - 18
Who is Welcome Weekend for?
This experience is for new incoming first-year and transfer students and returning students.
What is Welcome Weekend?
Welcome Weekend is an in-person orientation that will provide you with four days of fun-filled experiences, opportunities to make new connections, and discover the beauty of Hays, KS. You are guaranteed to create lifelong friendships during Welcome Weekend. For a more detailed schedule, check it out on TigerLink!
When does Welcome Weekend start?
After you move in, your weekend starts with Dinner on the Lawn followed by the Tiger Kick-Off on August 15, 2024! Need information on residential move-in, navigate to the Residential Life page,
fhsu.edu/reslife/students/move-in-day
Where do I find Welcome Weekend events?
Downloading the Corq app will give you all access to the exciting events planned during the 4-day experience! You can also see the schedule from here which is coming soon!
Download from the App Store OR Download from Google Play
Why am I required to attend Welcome Weekend events?
Welcome Weekend is incorporated into your $60 Orientation fee and we want to make sure you are fully investing in your college experience. Also, some events will be offering free prizes and swag giveaways, you don't want to miss out on those!
How should I anticipate being updated on Welcome Weekend information?
Your Fort Hays State University email address is the best place to go for official communications from Student Engagement and the University. Make sure you are also visiting this webpage!