Welcome Week 2023

Residence Halls Open | 9am

Both residence halls are open, with staff, faculty, and students available to assist you with moving in.

Rimrock & Petro Halls

 

Taking Care of Business | 10am-2pm

Finalize parking, fee payment, and more.

Admin Building

 

Grocery Bingo | 6:30pm

SUB Glacier

 

Ice Cream Social & Games | 7:30pm

Connect with your fellow Yellowjackets! Play lawn games, pool, video games, and more.

SUB 2nd Floor

 

Explore Billings | Departure times below

Hike: 9am (1 hour)

Downtown Trolley Tour: 10:30am or 11:45am (2 hours)

• Ride through the downtown area and enjoy free Big Dipper ice cream!

ZooMontana Trip: 1:30-4:00PM (2.5 hours)

SUB Atrium (depart for all trips). Arrive early!

 

'Jackets, Java & Jams | 7pm

Free coffee and karaoke.

Stinger's Bistro

 

MSUB Mile Walk | 8am or 8:30am

A walk around campus with expert guides.

SUB Atrium (depart)

 

Honors Orientation Breakfast** | 9am

Interested in Honors? Get acquainted with the Honors staff and faculty at this meet-and-greet breakfast.

SUB Banquet A&B

 

Guided Tours (at City College) | 9:30am or 3:30pm

Explore the City College campus with expert tour guides. Find your classes and get ready for the semester!

Tech Building JSC (depart)

 

Fall Kickoff | 11am-2pm

https://www.msubillings.edu/future/kickoff.htm

This is the start of your time as a Yellowjacket! This high-energy event will see you connect with staff and faculty and learn more about the University. All five colleges will be there to greet new, returning, and transfer students. Featuring swag, music, food, and more!

SUB Lawn

 

Get Involved! (Your Intro to Campus Life) | 2pm

This is your chance to get involved in campus life outside of the classroom, featuring students and staff from the Center for Engagement (clubs, service, and more), Recreation Activities, ASMSUB (student government), and Student Activities Board (events).

SUB Glacier

 

Residence Hall Floor Meetings | 4:30pm

A brief opportunity for on-campus students to learn about your new home and meet your new neighbors.

Rimrock & Petro Halls

 

BBQ & Bands** | 5-8pm

Live music, food (5-7pm), and activities with MSUB club members. This is one highlight of Welcome Week that you don't want to miss! No meal plan? No problem! Dinner sponsored by ASMSUB.

SUB Lawn

 

Classes begin today!

 

Donuts & Directions | 9am-12pm

Current staff, faculty, and students will be stationed around campus to answer questions and provide directions. Don't forget to grab a donut for the road and take advantage of our photo booth to capture that sweet moment of your first day of school.

University & City College Campuses

 

Minute-To-Win-It Games (at City College) | 11am-1pm

Participate in a fun series of challenges, or just stop by to cheer on your fellow Yellowjackets!

Tech Building Commons

 

NAAC Welcome | 12-2pm

Native American Achievement Center

 

Baseball-Themed Dinner** | 4:30pm

Arrive at 4:30pm and attend and attend the game after!

Rimrock Café

 

Night at the Mustangs | 5:45pm departure

Join us as we walk to Dehler Park to watch the Billings Mustangs play a game of baseball. MSUB Student ID must be presented to receive a ticket.

Dehler Park

 

Donuts & Directions | 9am-12pm

Current staff, faculty, and students will be stationed around campus to answer questions and provide directions. Don't forget to grab a donut for the road and take advantage of our photo booth to capture that sweet moment of your first day of school.

University & City College Campuses

 

Poppin' at the Library | 1pm

Meet with the bookworms over at the Library. This delightful crew will be serving up hot fresh popcorn as well as information about the Library and the resources they offer.

Library 2nd Floor

 

Yellowjacket Spirit Dinner** | 5-7pm

Dining Services will serve up a tasty Yellowjacket-themed meal to fuel you for the semester ahead!

Rimrock Café

 

The Price is Right Game Show | 7pm

BIG prizes and limitless fun. Over $1,000 in prizes!

Petro Theatre

 

Women's Soccer Game (at City College) | 7pm

Cheer on your fellow Yellowjackets.

Yellowjacket Soccer Field

 

Grass Volleyball | 2pm

Join Recreation Activities to play/watch volleyball!

Rimrock Lawn

 

Projectile Comedy Improv | 7pm

Enjoy this hilarious off-the-cuff improve comedy show!

Petro Theatre

 

Intro to Service Saturday | 10am

Grab a free t-shirt and food at this on-campus volunteer event. Make great connections while giving back to Billings elderly and emergency personnel.

SUB Atrium

 

 Women's Soccer Game (at City College) | 3pm

Round two! Cheer on your fellow Yellowjackets.

Yellowjacket Soccer Field