Labor Day Weekend Activities: Get Involved. Get Outside. Enjoy Central New York!

Dear Students and Families:

For some of you, this is your first time on campus. For others, you may be adjusting to new social settings and experiences as we expand in-person opportunities this year.

As you familiarize or refamiliarize yourself with campus, the Student Experience Resource Guide offers a summary of ways you can connect, find support and stay healthy. I also encourage you to reflect on your experience this past year. You may have started new routines and habits, such as making time for yourself, connecting with smaller groups of friends and trying new things that you will want to continue into this year. However you shape your experience, know that there are plenty of ways to explore, engage and recharge.

Weekend Activities: Sept. 2-6

In addition to the many events scheduled this weekend, a sampling of which is included below, as well as throughout the year, be sure to visit the Barnes Center at The Arch Wellness Portal and the ’Cuse Activities student organization portal for additional activities, events and programs.

Thursday, Sept. 2

• Open Skate at Tennity
• Intercultural Collective and Partners Welcome Event
• Epic Thursdays! At the Esports Room

Friday, Sept. 3

• Open Skate at Tennity
• Mix It Up
• Community Gaming Night: Call of Duty Warzone
• Orange After Dark: Laser Tag
• Late Night Ice at Tennity
• Orange After Dark Late Night Movie: “Grease”

Saturday, Sept. 4

• Day Hiking at Green Lakes
• Day Hiking at Pratts Falls
• Open Skate at Tennity
• Freestyle Skate at Tennity (Experienced Figure Skaters)
• The Great New York State Fair
• Community Gaming Night: Fortnite
• Stick and Puck at Tennity
• Orange After Dark Late Night Movie: “The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard”
• Late Night Ice at Tennity
• Orange After Dark: Cosmic Bowling

Sunday, Sept. 5

• Whitewater Rafting
• Hiking at Clark Reservation
• Open Skate at Tennity
• Freestyle Skate at Tennity (Experienced Figure Skaters)
• The Great New York State Fair
• Orange After Dark Late Night Movie: “The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard”
• Learn to Play Board Games: Chess
• Orange After Dark: Target Shopping Night

Monday, Sept. 6 (Labor Day, No Classes)

• Whitewater Rafting
• Open Skate at Tennity
• The Great New York State Fair
• Discology
• Day Hiking at Chittenango Falls
• Stick and Puck at Tennity
• Monday Night Football League: Madden ’22

Central New York and Syracuse University have so much to offer, especially as we head into the fall season. I encourage you to review all events listed on the University’s events calendar. Pick a couple to attend—some that align with your interests and perhaps one or two that push you out of your comfort zone. Regardless of which events you choose, I’m certain you will enjoy meeting new people and spending time with friends.

This semester will be what you—individually and collectively—make of it. So please, remember, stay safe, stay healthy and do your part. And of course, wear your mask! If you’re unclear about public health guidelines, please visit Syracuse.edu/staysafe.

Until next week’s message…

Robert D. Hradsky, Ed.D.
Vice President for the Student Experience and Dean of Students