Salukis In Unity | New Student Orientation | SIU

What is Salukis in Unity?

Salukis in Unity takes place during the first 2 weeks of the Spring semester and is comprised of fun and engaging events for new and returning students. Salukis in Unity promotes diversity and celebrates the uniqueness of each student. Join us as we celebrate our commitment to diversity and respect for others at SIU! One campus, together. #SalukisInUnity

Salukis in Unity Creed:

“As a Saluki, I pledge to forward these ideas and ideals:  I discourage bigotry and celebrate diversity by striving to learn from differences in people’s ideas and opinions.  I will embrace the ideals of freedom of civilized expression, intellectual inquiry and respect for others.”

 View the full schedule of events below

Week 1:

January 15 | Monday

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast
Student Center, Ballrooms • 8:00 a.m.- 9:30 a.m. 
Doors open at 7 a.m.
Admission - $10 Adult, $5 Youth

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January 16 | Tuesday

Information Stations
Not sure where you need to go? Stop by the Student Center and get directions, a campus map, and meet some new Saluki faces!
Student Center, Cross Hall • 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Student Health Services Open House
Have questions about Student Health Services? Joing the wellness staff for tours of the SHS and FREE hot cocoa!  
Student Health Center • 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Speaks featuring Dr. Renada Greer
Alumni Speaks is an inspiring platform for alumni to share their experience, insights, and achievements to current students seeking to excel both academically and personally.
Student Center, Old Main Lounge (2nd floor) • 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Safe Zone Training - LGBTQ Resource Center
Covers LGBTQIA+ foundational concepts and how to apply them with the intention of providing a more safe and inclusive atmosphere. Contact lgbtq@siu.edu to RSVP (20 spots available).
Student Services Building, Room 307 • 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. 

FAFSA Week
Join the Financial Aid Office for FAFSA week January 16-19th to complete your FAFSA for the 2024-2025 school year.
Morris Library, Room 139 • 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. 

Racial Healing Day Film Viewing - "Daughters of the Dust"
Daughters of the Dust is a 1991 indie film by Julie Dash. It is the first feature film directed by an African-American woman distributed theatrically in the United States.
Morris Library, Guyon Auditorium • 4:00 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. 

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January 17 | Wednesday

Information Stations
Not sure where you need to go? Stop by the Student Center and get directions, a campus map, and meet some new Saluki faces!
Student Center, Cross Hall • 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Green Zone Training - Military Culture 101
Join Veteran Services for a presentation covering the background on issues associated with military members transitioning into academic pursuits. Open to faculty, staff, and students.
Student Services Building, Room 150 • 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. 

Aviation RSO Fair
Opportunity for new and returning students to meet with the different aviation-oriented Registered Student Organizations (RSO). 
SIU Transportation Education Center, Main Hallway• 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. 

Student Programming Council Novelty Giveaway: Personalized License Plates
Students, you have another opportunity to get a custom sign just for you!
Student Center, North Hallway, Table 2 • 10:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. 

Wellness Wednesday Tabling
Join the wellness staff to learn about campus resources to support your health and well-being.
Morris Library • 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. 

Transfer Student Welcome (Back) Lunch
Join the Transfer Transition Leaders, and other new and returning transfer students, for a welcome lunch. No cost to attend. Come and go as your schedule allows.
Student Center, Kaskaskia/Missouri Rooms • 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Imposter Phenomenon: What is it? Does it resonate? How can I support myself? 
This program provides practical tools for students to grow in confidence in their skills, intellect, and accomplishments. Register for the event. 
Morris Library, Guyon Auditorium • 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Tea-Coffee, Cha and Chai: Welcome Social for Students
Welcome in the New Year and get to know others on campus with a background and interest in Asian-Pacific Islander heritage and culture.
Center for International Education Lounge, Woody Hall  • 3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

FAFSA Week
Join the Financial Aid Office for FAFSA week January 16-19th to complete your FAFSA for the 2024-2025 school year.
Morris Library, Room 139 • 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. 

TRiO Student Support Services Spring Orientation
Join us for our spring orientation to learn how TRIO Student Support Services program can be your partner for success. Food, games, door prizes and more!
Student Center, Old Main Lounge • 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. 

Men's Saluki Basketball Game vs. Bradley
Banterra Center • 7:00 p.m. 

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January 18 | Thursday

Core Power Yoga
Embark on a yoga adventure that incorporates mind and body for a POWERFUL, stress melting, full body yoga flow! You’ll leave class feeling refreshed, revived, and ready to tackle whatever life throws your way. Please arrive 5 minutes early and bring a towel and water. Late arrivals will not be allowed in due to respecting the yoga environment.
Student Recreation Center, Group Fitness Studio • 9:00 a.m.- 9:45 a.m.

Meet Your Leadership with Dr. Burgin, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Student Center, First Floor Cross-Halls • 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Wellness Workshop - Healthy Relationships
Join the wellness staff for a discussion about what relationships mean to us, how to make sure they are healthy, and what to do if things get bad. 
Student Health Center Auditorium • 3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

FAFSA Week
Join the Financial Aid Office for FAFSA week January 16-19th to complete your FAFSA for the 2024-2025 school year.
Morris Library, Room 139 • 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. 

Involvement Fair
Come check out many of the over 275 student organizations we have on campus!
Student Center, Ballrooms • 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. 

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January 19 | Friday

Dawgs Donut Daze
Salukis! Get ready to kick off the new academic year with a delightful morning filled with FREE coffee and donuts! 
Hosted by the office of Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and Student Multicultural Resource Center.
Student Services Building, Room 150 • 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

International Coffee Hour
Woody Hall, Center for International Education Office • 3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

FAFSA Week
Join the Financial Aid Office for FAFSA week January 16-19th to complete your FAFSA for the 2024-2025 school year.
Morris Library, Room 139 • 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. 

Try Scuba
$45 fee includes use of scuba equipment, air fill, and pool entry.
Student Recreation Center • 5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.

First Friday FYI
All Salukis are invited to this FREE event with food, games, prizes, and your chance to ask anonymous questions about anything. All the info you didn't know you needed!
Student Center Roman Room • 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.

Women's Saluki Basketball Game vs. Indiana State
Banterra Center • 6:00 p.m. 

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January 20 | Saturday

Dawgs Nite Out
Games, inflatables, roller rink, free food and more are all at Dawgs Nite Out (DNO)! Free for students with your ID. Kickoff the semester with a night out on Student Programming Council!
Student Center, Ballrooms • 7:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m. 

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January 21 | Sunday

Women's Saluki Basketball Game vs. Evansville 
Banterra Center • 2:00 p.m

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Week 2:

January 22 | Monday

University Housing & Residence Life (UHRL) Spirit Week - Rep your Academic College/Major!

HEROES Open House
Take a tour of HEROES Headquarters featuring a multicultural stress management lounge, study space, and community area to give students a place to care for themselves.  
HEROES Headquarters, Student Center Lower Level • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Library Services Workshop
This workshop is to provide support in learning how to efficiently use the wide-ranging services the university library has to offer to better support them academically.
Morris Library, Room 261 • 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m.

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January 23 | Tuesday

UHRL Spirit Week - What is Unique to You? 

Student Health Services Health Equity Panel: Uniting to Accelerate Equitable Opportunities
Join the panel representatives in a discussion about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and how we are working together to break down barriers on campus.  
Morris Library, Guyon Auditorium • 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sign the Salukis in Unity Creed
Come out to Schneider Hall to sign the Salukis in Unity Creed! Help us show University Housing's commitment to diversity and respect for others at SIU!
Schneider Residence Hall • 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. 

New Semester, New You: Preparing for Academic Success
Join us for our workshop as we explore the personal, psychological, and educational benefits of a growth mindset. Learn techniques required to implement academic success.
Morris Library, Room 752/754 • 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

SIU After Dark: Trivia Night
Have a chance to win prizes during each round of trivia all with a big grand prize on the line! So get your best brain trust together and come to win trivia!
Student Center Roman Room (across from Marketplace) • 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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January 24 | Wednesday

UHRL Spirit Week - Thank your Friend Group

Paws for 5 
Join the Alumni Association for FREE COFFEE AND DONUTS plus giveaways while supplies last. 
Alumni Center, Woody Hall, C-Wing, Main Entrance • 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.

Meet Your Leadership with Chancellor Dr. Lane
Student Center, First Floor Cross-Halls • 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Wellness Wednesday Tabling
Join the wellness staff to learn about campus resources to support your health and well-being.
Student Center, South Entrance • 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. 

Network Empowering Women High Tea: A Sip of Success and Sisterhood!
Mark your calendars, Salukis! The Network Empowering Women (NEW) is thrilled to host a High Tea in celebration of Salukis in Unity! Raise a cup (and your voice) with us!
Morris Library, 3rd Floor Rotunda • 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. 

Meet your Ombudspersons! 
Come meet the faculty, staff, and student ombudspersons! Learn about their role and how they can be a resource when you encounter conflict in the classroom or workplace.
Morris Library, 1st Floor Rotunda • 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. 

Salukis Unidos
Members of Hispanic Latino Staff Faculty Council will host a panel for students, discussing challenges unique to our communities. Come enjoy snacks, find a mentor, and broaden your professional network!
Student Services Building, Room 150/160 • 3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m. 

Men's Saluki Basketball Game vs. Valparaiso
Banterra Center • 7:00 p.m. 

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January 25 | Thursday

UHRL Spirit Week - College is Fun, but you also need to STUDY!

Meet Your Leadership with Dr. Frazier, Vice Chancellor for Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Student Center, First Floor Cross-Halls • 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Winston's Bagels Welcome Back
Students can warm their hands and hearts with free, hot bagels grilled over coals in the spirit of the Great Winston himself, courtesy of the College of Liberal Arts.
Faner Hall Breezeway • 12:00 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Hot Chocolate Bar
This event will serve as a welcome back to new and incoming students. We will serve hot chocolate and apple cider and other snacks to students in the engineering breezeway.
Engerineering Building Breezeway• 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Calming Craft - Unity Art
Join the wellness staff for a calming craft in the Student Health Services FREE relaxation space. No registration required. 
The Dawg Lounge, Student Health Center • 4:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m.

Transfer Student Movie Night
The Transfer Transition Leaders invite all new and returning transfer students to a movie night. Snacks will be provided - comfy clothes, pillows, and blankets welcome! 
Student Center Old Main Lounge, 2nd floor • 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.

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January 26 | Friday

UHRL Spirit Week - On Fridays We Wear MAROON!

Free Family Day at the REC
Students with an ID can bring members of their immediate household/family for FREE. Access is available all day, with special family activities from 2-4 p.m.
Student Recreation Center • 5:30 a.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Gratitude Friday
Through writing prompts students will write letters of gratitude for 2023 & letters of intention for 2024. This cultivates the skill of self-homage allowing for more success.
Student Center, Mississippi Room • 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

International Coffee Hour
Woody Hall, Center for International Education Office • 3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

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