Friday, August 22nd
A day filled with excitement and connection as new first-year students move in, meet their peers, and officially begin their Canisius journey with traditions, community events, and family farewells.
New Student Move-in8:00 am - 12:00 pmMiscellaneous Residence Halls
Meal Plans Begin
Lunch - Parents and Families are Welcome		12:00 - 1:30 pmWinter Student Center - Dining Hall
Parent Departure For Those Not Attending Convocation1:30pm 
New Student Group Photo1:30 - 2:30 pmChrist the King Chapel
New Student Convocation3:00 - 4:00 pmMontante Cultural Center
Commuter Students - Quad Events4:00 - 6:00 pmBart Mitchell Quad
Residential Students - Community Meetings4:00 - 6:00 pmYour Residence Hall Community Rooms
Move in the Quad8:00 pmBart Mitchell Quad
Saturday, August 23rd
Shind-IGGY is a fun-filled day of games, tournaments, music, and club activities to welcome new and returning students.
Returning Student Check-inStarting at 9:00amMiscellaneous Residence Halls
Shind-IGGY - Student Clubs Activies, Corn Hole and Kan Jam Tournament, Carnival Games, and Music1:00 - 5:00 pmBart Mitchel Quad
Sunday, August 24th
A day for returning students to check in, reconnect through hall meetings, and kick off the year with the annual bonfire—don’t forget to bring something purple to toss into the flames!
Returning Student Check-in ContinuesStarting at 9:00 amMiscellaneous Residence Halls
Returning Residential Student Community Meetings 4:00 - 6:00 pmYour Residence Hall Community Room
Welcome Back Mass7:00 - 8:00 pmChrist the King Chapel
Annual Bonfire7:00 pm Bart Mitchell Quad