Calendar of Events

Wed 8 /06

Heart Start

9:00 AM

Undergraduate orientation, known as Heart Start, will be your chance to get yourself set up for your first semester as a Reddie!

Sat 8 /16

Reddie Move-In Hub

8:00 AM

Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.

Sat 8 /16

First-Year Move-In

8:00 AM

Move-in for the residence halls begins for first-year students.

Sat 8 /16

Playfair

7:30 PM

Playfair is a high-energy, ultimate ice-breaker event designed to help new students engage with their fellow peers and form new friendships.

Sun 8 /17

Trucker Hat Bar

7:00 PM

Create your very own trucker hat and turn up to DJ Dooley’s beats.

Sun 8 /17

Ice Cream Social

7:00 PM

Meet new Reddies, catch up with friends and enjoy a sweet treat at the Ice Cream Social!

Mon 8 /18

Reddie Hub

9:00 AM

Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.

Mon 8 /18

Reddie Games

1:30 PM

Meet new Reddies, catch up with friends and enjoy a variety of fun competitions and games inside the Dunn Recreation Center.

Mon 8 /18

Henderson Heart Photo

6:15 PM

Grab your red HSU t-shirt and become a part of the School with a Heart. This is a traditional annual photo you do not want to miss.

Mon 8 /18

Be inspired and learn how to be the ultimate Reddie at the Pine Tree Speech. This is an annual tradition, educating students over Henderson State's history as well as teaching freshmen the HSU fight song and alma mater.

Mon 8 /18

Watermelon Feast

8:00 PM

Come enjoy watermelon, snow cones, and more. Stay for the music and fun.

Tue 8 /19

First Day of Classes

8:00 AM

Fall 2025 semester classes start at Henderson State.

Tue 8 /19

Reddie Hub

9:00 AM

Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.

Tue 8 /19

Yard Games

12:00 PM

Meet new Reddies, catch up with friends and enjoy a variety of fun competitions and games on the quad.

Tue 8 /19

Community Fair

4:00 PM

The Community Fair gives Henderson's students a chance to get acquainted with Arkadelphia and surrounding area services.

Tue 8 /19

Hypnotist Show

9:00 PM

Each show is custom designed to those attending. The performances are always fast moving, packed with interactive skits, and foot pounding music, tastefully done and enjoyed by all.

Wed 8 /20

Reddie Hub

9:00 AM

Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.

Thu 8 /21

Reddie Hub

9:00 AM

Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.

Thu 8 /21

Grill and Grooves with Greeks

12:00 PM

Whether you're curious about Greek Life, looking to connect, or just want to enjoy free food and music, this is the place to be!

Thu 8 /21

Street Dance

10:00 PM

Join us outside the Reddie Bookstore to dance and watch as members of sororities and fraternities stroll through.

Fri 8 /22

Reddie Hub

9:00 AM

Students will receive assistance from representatives within academic advising, admissions, housing, student accounts, financial aid, and more.

Fri 8 /22

Kickball Tournament

7:00 PM

Play kickball against faculty/staff members and other Reddie students while enjoying street tacos and snow cones.

Sat 8 /23

Saturday Campus Visit

10:00 AM

Visit campus with one of our Reddie Ambassadors! While you explore Henderson State’s historic campus, learn about residence life, speak with faculty members, and more.

Sat 8 /23