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Summer Stampede

First Year Guides welcome new students to campus each year at Stampede.
Events

Move-In Day
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024

 

Stampede
Thursday, Aug. 15 - Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024

Stampede is the second tier of the first-year orientation process for incoming freshman and transfer students following Bison Bound. This weekend is jam-packed with fun activities and entertainment.

We know how important it is to start your college career on a high note. That's why we are so fired up! Stampede will help you get off to a great start and make a lasting impression on your life at Harding. Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @hu_stampede

Stampede Schedule 2024

Wednesday

4:30 p.m. — Welcome session for students and parents, Benson Auditorium 
5:30 p.m. — Picnic and lawn games, front lawn
5:30-8 p.m. — Stampede check-in 

 

Thursday

10 a.m.-12 p.m. — Brunch, University Dining Hall
11 a.m.-12 p.m. — Stampede check-in (for those who did not on Wednesday), Benson Auditorium
12-12:20 p.m. — Worship, Benson Auditorium
12:25-12:40 p.m. — Welcome session, Benson Auditorium
12:45 p.m. — Information session, Benson Auditorium 
2 p.m. — Breakout sessions
3:30-6 p.m. — Free time 
6-7:30 p.m. — Dinner, theme home field advantage [hometown]  
7:30 - 10:00 pm - Intramural field festivities  


Friday

8:30-9:30 a.m. — Breakfast, University Dining Hall 
9:30-10 a.m. — Worship, Benson Auditorium 
10-10:30 a.m. — Information session, Benson Auditorium 
10:40-11:30 a.m. — Breakout sessions
11:30-12:45 p.m. — Lunch 
1-2 p.m. — Information session, Benson Auditorium 
2-3:30 p.m. — Campus buildings open house
3:30-6 p.m. — Free time
6-7:30 p.m. — Themed dinner: No place like home (movie characters) 
8-10 p.m. — Front lawn festivities

 

Saturday

10:30-12 p.m. — Brunch, University Dining Hall
12-1 p.m. — Information session, Benson Auditorium 
1:15-2 p.m. — Breakout sessions
2 p.m. — First Year Guides fun breakout session 
End of breakout session-5 p.m. — Free time
5-5:45 p.m. — Closing session, Benson Auditorium 
6-7:30 p.m. — Themed dinner: Home on the range (western)
8-9:30 p.m. — Hypnotist
10-10:30 p.m. — Late-night singing, McInteer rotunda

Frequently Asked Questions

Stampede is an orientation program that is both required and fun (yes, both words can be used in the same sentence). It is designed to be an engaging, entertaining and exciting experience. You will move into your official residence hall, meet or reconnect with other incoming students, get free stuff and start your Harding experience on a good note. Approximately 75 volunteer students will be there to answer all of your questions and help you get oriented to life on campus.

No. Parents are welcome to stay as long as they like, but students will be busy with Stampede activities. We suggest that parents help their students move in, spend a few more moments together and then let them begin their Harding experience.

All students are invited to participate in our official Move-In Day. If you are involved in a sport or an officially recognized University organization,  you will need to check with the sponsor of that organization or sport for your move-in date.

There is free time built into the Stampede schedule including each afternoon and all of Sunday. We recommend using this time to make any last minute Walmart trips to finish organizing your room and to take your first college nap.

All meals are provided during Stampede. Simply show your Stampede wristband when you enter the dining hall, and you will be all set. Please note that entrance to the dining hall without a wristband will not be allowed. If you lose it, you may have it replaced for a small fee. Your meal plan (DCB and dining hall swipes) will be activated on Sunday to be used for Sunday dinner. 

Stampede is required of all incoming freshmen and transfer students. However, a few exceptions to this include those involved in some of Harding's collegiate sports teams and official musical groups.We are working with your directors and coaches to ensure you do not miss important information as you begin your college experience.

Contact Information


Stampede
501-279-4193
stampede@harding.edu