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Welcome Week Schedule
Pages 6-10
Academic Welcome Locations
Page 11
Welcome Week Event Details
Pages 12-13
Helpful Departments During Your Transition
Pages 20-24
Check your Liberty email at least twice a week — you'll receive important information about life at Liberty!
Connect with us on Instagram! @LibertyUWelcome23
Complete your Orientation Course (more details on Page 5).
Check out the Office of Residence Life’s suggestions for starting your packing list.
Check out computers and software for classes through the IT Marketplace.
Complete the Flames Pass application to order your Flames Pass.
Preorder textbooks through our Barnes & Noble bookstore.
Complete your Student Health Record form.
Connect with your Professional Advisor to talk through your academic and career goals.
As a new student, you will be required to participate in an online orientation course using Canvas. This 6-module course is an excellent resource that will help set you up for success in college. Students will be added to the course upon completing Financial Check-In and must complete the course by Aug. 18. If you have any questions about the course, please email CASAS@liberty.edu.
*Residential students must also attend individual mandatory
Saturday, Aug. 19 (cont’d)
Monday, Aug. 21
Tuesday, Aug. 22
Saturday, Aug. 26
DeMoss Hall
College of Arts & Sciences — Room 1166
Helms School of Government — Room 4152
School of Aeronautics — Room 1134
School of Behavioral Sciences — Room 3152
School of Communications & the Arts — Room 1284
School of Education — Room 1332
School of Engineering — Room 3064
School of Nursing — Room 1286
Freedom Tower
John W. Rawlings School of Divinity — Room 1510
School of Business
School of Business — Room 2830
Center for Natural Sciences
School of Health Sciences — Rooms 256 & 257
Center for Music and the Worship Arts
School of Music — Room 180
Grab your Welcome Week T-shirt and get all your questions about Welcome Week or your transition answered.
Join the Parent and Family Connections Office and leaders from across campus to discuss how the university will support you and your family during your time at Liberty.
Join the Office of Spiritual Development and other campus leaders for a time of prayer.
Enjoy some doughnuts and light refreshments as you get to know the dean of your academic school.
Join the Office of Spiritual Development for your first Convocation as a Liberty Student!
Join Liberty Athletics in the Liberty Arena to hear from coaches and student-athletes about some of our Liberty traditions.
Attend one of two identical Academic Welcome Sessions to meet faculty, staff, and other students from your school. If you are undecided, use this time to visit at least one school you are interested in.
Transfer Social
Meet other transfer students. Pizza will be provided.
Join the student body for a night of worship with the Office of Spiritual Development.
Campus Recreation is comprised of a wide variety of recreational facilities and programs that serve to enhance the overall well-being of the Liberty University community. All Campus Recreation facilities and programs are available for free or at a low cost to Liberty residential students who have completed Financial Check-In. Campus Recreation exists to help connect individuals socially, challenge them physically, and provide educational opportunities. We hope you will join us!
Hydaway Outdoor Adventure:
River Kayaking
Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $20
Enjoy the outdoors and kayak with us! Our Outdoor Adventure Team will guide you along the beautiful Upper James River. Registration is $20 and includes equipment and food.
Hydaway Outdoor Adventure: Swimming Hole Hike
Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $10
The Outdoor Adventure Team will take you on a hiking trip to Moormans River. Come along and enjoy this beautiful hike and 3 swimming holes! SCAN HERE TO learn more about these special events with the Outdoor Adventure Team and to register:
David’s Place Fitness Center
Wednesday–Friday | 6 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday | 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday | 1–8 p.m.
Monday | 6 a.m.–8 p.m.
David’s Place is closed 10:30–11:45 a.m. for Convocation.
David’s Place Pool
Wednesday–Friday | Noon–8 p.m.
Saturday | 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday | 1-5 p.m.
Monday | Noon–8 p.m.
LaHaye Aquatic Center
Wednesday | 5:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Thursday–Friday | 5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Saturday | 9 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Sunday | 1–10:30 p.m.
Monday | 5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
LaHaye Recreation & Fitness Center
Wednesday | 5:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Thursday–Friday | 5:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Saturday | 9 a.m.–11 p.m.
Sunday | 1–10:30 p.m.
Monday | 5:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
LaHaye Rec & Fit is closed 10:30–11:45 a.m. for Convocation.
LaHaye Rock Wall
Wednesday | 2–9 p.m.
Thursday–Friday | 2–10:30 p.m.
Saturday | Noon–6 p.m.
Sunday | Closed
Monday | 2–10:30 p.m.
Liberty Mountain Equestrian Center
Wednesday–Saturday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday | Closed
Monday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Visiting hours only. Trail rides and riding lessons must be scheduled in advance.
Liberty Mountain Gun Club
Monday–Thursday | Closed
Friday | 4–8 p.m. — Shotgun/Archery*
Saturday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. — Rifle/ Pistol*
Sunday | 2–6 p.m. — Shotgun/Archery*
*One-hour time slots by appointment only. Please visit the website to learn more.
Liberty Mountain Hydaway Outdoor Center
Wednesday–Friday | Noon–8 p.m.
Saturday | 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sunday | 1–8 p.m.
Monday | Noon–8 p.m.
Liberty Mountain Intramural Complex
Wednesday | 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Friday–Saturday | 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday | 1–6 p.m.
Monday | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Wednesday–Thursday | 3–9 p.m.
Friday | 3–10 p.m.
Saturday | 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sunday | Noon–6 p.m.
Monday | 3–9 p.m.
The Barrick-Falwell lodge opens at 9 a.m. during the week.
Montview Bowling Alley
Wednesday | 1–9:30 p.m.
Thursday | 1–11 p.m.
Friday | 1 p.m.–Midnight
Saturday | Noon–Midnight
Sunday-Monday | 1–11 p.m.
Montview Game Room
Wednesday | Noon–9:30 p.m.
Thursday | Noon–11 p.m.
Friday-Saturday | Noon–Midnight
Sunday | 1–11 p.m.
Monday | Noon–11 p.m.
As you prepare to move in, you will notice that one or two RAs are assigned to your hall. They are there to get to know you and help you grow. You will have opportunities to build community through sitting as a hall at Convocation, grabbing a meal together with your brother or sister dorm, and attending many exciting hall events! There are four mandatory Hall Meetings a semester, with many halls having optional Hall Meetings on a weekly basis. This is an intentional time for your hall to build rapport, grow, and hear important announcements or reminders. Residence Life believes that RAs are uniquely positioned to be a positive influence, now and later. We encourage you to get to know the leadership on your hall as we have been waiting for your arrival. Welcome home!
LU Shepherd is the pastoral arm of Liberty University. It is comprised of men and women with a diverse background of ministry experiences who oversee the peer-to-peer accountability structure of community groups. These groups are led by Community Group Leaders (CGL) and Resident Shepherds (RS). The LU Shepherd staff takes a visible, proactive approach to the spiritual development and pastoral care of students. They offer oneon-one biblical counseling, premarital counseling, and chaplaincy through hospital visitation and benevolence. Any student with a pastoral concern is always welcome to come to the LU Shepherd office, located on the ground floor of Dorm 17 on The Hill, to schedule an appointment to talk to someone.
All on-campus residential students are placed into community groups on their halls, which provide students an immediate opportunity to connect. Commuter students can get connected with Commuter Shepherds to join a commuter community group off campus. Though LU Shepherd provides many avenues for students to get connected, it is LU Shepherd’s desire to encourage and empower students to organically form relationships.
The Office of Student Life will be hosting a mandatory New Student Meeting on Thursday, Aug. 17, at 7 p.m. This meeting will be located at Thomas Road Baptist Church. At 10 p.m., students will meet back on their halls for individual mandatory hall meetings.
Transfer Evaluations assists students with transfer credit from previous institutions and reviews degree completion plans, showing what credit is awarded and how that credit fulfills various degree requirements. An on-site representative and on-call evaluator will be available during the following hours:
Monday-Friday, 8 A.M.-5 P.M.
Contact Transfer Evaluations at undergradtransfer@liberty.edu or gradtransfer@liberty.edu.
This office assists students in completing their Student Health Form.
• Please complete the Student Health Form prior to the end of the first week of classes (Add/Drop Week) to avoid receiving the $50 late fee.
Monday-Friday, 8:30 A.M.-5 P.M.
Contact the Student Health Center at studenthealthrecords@liberty.edu or (434) 592-7770.
Student Services Center in Green HallThis office assists students with connecting to technology on campus, resolving computer-related issues, and troubleshooting technology issues related to courses and classrooms.
The HelpDesk will be available for call-in support during the following hours:
Monday-Friday, 7 A.M.-MIDNIGHT
Saturday, 10 A.M.-6 P.M.
Sunday, 1 P.M.-MIDNIGHT
Connect with someone over the phone at (434) 592-7800.
Chat support will also be available during the following hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:30 A.M.-11:50 P.M.
Connect with someone over chat here.
Check out Liberty.edu/ConnectLU when it launches in August for more information on ConnectLU, office hours, DIY videos, and other resources to get up and running. Students can also visit Liberty.edu/InformationServices to find helpful information, request assistance, and shop the IT Marketplace for computers ahead of classes starting.
This office assists new students with setting up their class schedules, understanding the Course Registration Tool, and resourcing/answering career and academic questions.
Monday-Friday, 8 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
Contact Professional Advising at CASAS@liberty.edu or (434) 592-4202. Learn more at Liberty.edu/CASAS/Advising.
The Office of Student Life exists to create environments that foster the holistic development of all students and help them navigate college life, connect with others, and grow as an individual. The office consists of four specialized teams — Residence Life, Commuter Life, Graduate Life, and Online Life.
Residence Life handles room assignments and changes, facility needs, bed buyouts, and loft kits. They work closely with students on campus and serve as Resident Assistants to support students. Contact
Monday-Friday, 8:30 A.M.-5 P.M.
Commuter Life connects students living locally with other students on campus. They also provide events and development opportunities that help commuters grow their community. Stop by the Commuter Lounge to grab a free cup of coffee and learn how you can get involved with Commuter Life!
Monday-Friday, 7:30 A.M.-6 P.M.
Contact Commuter Life at commuters@liberty.edu or (434) 592-3067.
Graduate Life encourages students in their academic journey and professional development. They work to connect graduate students to each other and campus. Graduate Life offers events and workshops that provide graduate students the opportunity to get to know each other and prepare for their careers.
Monday-Friday, 8:30 A.M.-5 P.M.
Contact Graduate Life at graduatestudentlife@liberty.edu or (434) 592-7698.
Marie F. Green Hall, Room 1875Liberty’s Office of Security & Public Safety consists of four departments:
• Liberty University Police Department (LUPD)
• Emergency Management & Community Engagement (EMCE)
• Environmental Health & Safety
• Access Control
LUPD is available 24/7 — in the event of an emergency, you can reach them at (434) 592-3911. If you need to speak with them about a nonemergency, call (434) 592-7641.
For information on parking and obtaining a parking pass, visit Liberty.edu/Police/Parking/
