Skip to main content

Welcome Weekend Schedule

This webpage will be updated frequently so please refresh your web browser each time you visit to make sure you are getting the most up-to-date information.

Information as of October 1, 2024

Note: Information is subject to change so be sure to refresh this webpage each time you visit.

Mobile App

A mobile app version of the schedule is now available!

Welcome Weekend 2024 Mobile App QR Code

Day-by-Day Schedule

Click on each date to view the full schedule and details for that particular day.

Breakfast in the Dining Hall
7:00 am - 10:00 am
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Welcome Weekend Help Desk: Location #1
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
@ Abby Sobrato Mall, Fountain

Stop by the help desk to get any of your questions answered by our Orientation staff! Abby Sobrato Mall is the walkway spanning from the Mission Church to the main entrance to campus on Palm Drive. A popular monument on Abby Sobrato Mall is the fountain. Look for the balloon arch!

Welcome Weekend Help Desk: Location #2
8:00 am - 11:00 am
@ Alameda Mall, Bronco Statue

Stop by the help desk to get any of your questions answered by our Orientation staff! Alameda Mall is the lawn between the University Library and Benson Memorial Center. A popular monument on Alameda Mall is the Bronco Statue. Look for the balloon arch!

Residence Hall Move-In
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
@ Residence Halls

During the move-in process, please pay attention to all road signs and personnel directing traffic especially since some streets may be closed or have limited access.

Open House: One Stop Enrollment Services Center
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
@ Schott Admission & Enrollment Services Building

Stop by the SCU One Stop anytime during our Open House to get all of your financial aid and billing questions answered. Families can make payments and submit private scholarship checks in our office. Students: follow us on IG @scu_onestop to be entered into a raffle to win a gift basket full of SCU swag! Stop by our office during Open House on Saturday and we will enter your name in the raffle a SECOND TIME to increase your chances to win!

Open House: Career Center
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, 1st Floor

The Career Center warmly invites you to join us for a casual meet-and-greet with the members of our team. Enjoy delightful light refreshments as you discover the array of services we have in store for you and get a sneak peek into the exciting events we've planned for the upcoming year! Your presence will make the occasion all the more special.

Open House: University Library
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ Learning Commons, 1st Floor

Join us on the First Floor of the Learning Commons to learn about how the Library can support you during your time here at Santa Clara University. Hear about our services to help you get acquainted with being a scholar! See some examples of the collections housed in our Library! Chat with a Library staff member to learn more about what we do and how we can help. Tours will be available on the hour, so you can explore our beautiful building. We can't wait to welcome you to this space - cheers!

Information Session: Auxiliary Services
10:00 am - 11:00 am
@ Benson Memorial Center, Parlors B/C

Learn more about student housing, dining plans, campus bookstore, and the student ID card which is called Access Credential and found on the student's phone.

Lunch in the Dining Hall
11:00 am - 2:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Shopping Shuttle to Target
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
@ Abby Sobrato Mall, Fountain

Did you forget something at home? Do you need to buy more stuff for your residence hall room? Hop on the free shuttle to the local Target! Orientation Leaders will accompany you and be ready to offer advice and answer questions. Meet at the fountain on Abby Sobrato Mall, which is the walkway spanning from the Mission Church to the main entrance to campus on Palm Drive. Look for the balloon arch!

Daily Noon Mass
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
@ Mission Church

Participate in the noon mass each weekday at the Mission Church.

Open House: Cowell Center
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Cowell Center

You will be able to meet staff members at Cowell from Student Health Services (SHS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). We will have a table with resources, giveaways and raffle prizes! The Cowell Center building is located next to the tennis courts across from the Malley Center.

Open House: Leavey School of Business
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Lucas Hall, Room 115

Stop by Lucas Hall, the home of the Leavey School of Business, for a self guided tour of the building and stop by Undergraduate Business Programs Office in Lucas Hall 115 to say hello to the staff and get your business school questions answered.

Open House: Markkula Center for Applied Ethics
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Vari Hall, 1st Floor

Meet members of the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics staff and learn about our resources, programs, fellowships, internships, and events available to students, parents, and families. Learn more about our Framework for Ethical Decision Making and our vision to empower people and organizations to make better decisions for a more caring world.

College of Arts & Sciences: Student Panel #1
"Jumping into Hands-On Learning:
Research and Internships in the College of Arts and Sciences"

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room

Learn about the internship and research opportunities that are available to students in the College of Arts and Sciences. This type of hands-on learning is an important part of your education, and the College has opportunities for you in all of our disciplines ranging from the arts to the humanities to the natural and social sciences.

Meet the Dean: College of Arts & Sciences
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
@ Vari Hall, Foyer

Come meet Dean Daniel Press and members of the faculty and staff within the College of Arts and Sciences. Get to know us while we get to know you! Refreshments will be served.

Information Session: Student Wellness
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room

Learn more about student wellness programs and initiatives. Hosted by the Wellness Center. There is a second session right after this one from 3-4pm. Content is identical.

Information Session: Student Wellness
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room

Learn more about student wellness programs and initiatives. Hosted by the Wellness Center. This is the second of two sessions. Content is identical.

Commuter Student Welcome & Tour
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room

Meet and mingle with commuter students and tour the commuter lounge. Sponsored by the Commuter Student Union.

Dinner in the Dining Hall
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

(Required Session for New Students)
RLC Community Meeting for Students

8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
@ Residence Halls

All new students are required to attend this meeting at their respective RLCs.

Broncos After Dark
9:00 pm - 12:00 am
@ Locatelli Student Activity Center, 1st Floor

Relax and have fun after your first day on campus! Broncos After Dark features live music featuring DJs, games, photobooth, and other activities. Refreshments will be served.

Breakfast in the Dining Hall
7:00 am - 10:00 am
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Welcome Weekend Help Desk
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
@ Kenna Hall, Trellis

Stop by the help desk to get any of your questions answered by our Orientation staff! Kenna Trellis is across from the fountain at Benson Memorial Center. Look for the balloon arches!

New Student Welcome Ceremony & President's Welcome
Followed by the Red + White Rally & Class Picture

8:30 am - 11:00 am
@ Leavey Center & Stevens Stadium

Participate in the official welcome ceremony for new students and take your class picture! The President's Welcome and Red & White Rally will be at the Leavey Center, then the Orientation Leaders will lead new students to Stevens Stadium to take the class picture on the stadium bleachers.

8:30 am -10:00 am | New Student Welcome Ceremony & President's Welcome

10:00 am - 10:10am | Red + White Rally

10:10am - 11:00am | Class Picture for Class of 2028 & New Transfer Students

Open House: One Stop Enrollment Services Center
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
@ Schott Admission & Enrollment Services Building

Stop by the SCU One Stop anytime during our Open House to get all of your financial aid and billing questions answered. Families can make payments and submit private scholarship checks in our office. Students: follow us on IG @scu_onestop to be entered into a raffle to win a gift basket full of SCU swag!

Open House: The Forge Garden & Farm Stand
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ The Forge Garden, 1051 Sherman Street

Come to SCU's organic garden to check out our weekly Farm Stand! Our Farm Stand is stocked with seasonal organic produce from our campus garden and is all donation-based. You can also take a walk around the garden, see what's growing, and say hi to the chickens! The Forge Garden is at the corner of Sherman Street and Benton Street, one block north of Lucas Hall and across from the 7-Eleven.

Open House: Communication Department & Film Program
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ Vari Hall, Room 109

Welcome to the Communication Department. Please join us to chat about our major, the journalism minor or the filmmaking minor. Current students and professors will be present to answer all of your questions and to give tours of our digital filmmaking facility.

Brunch in the Dining Hall
11:00 am - 2:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Get Connected Resource Fair
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
@ Santa Clara Mall

The Get Connected Resource Fair brings together on- and off-campus vendors including stores, hotels, restaurants, and services available to students and families. Many university offices and programs will also be available at the fair to answer questions and provide resources. Stop by anytime while taking advantage of other sessions held this day. Santa Clara Mall is the lawn between Benson Memorial Center and Kenna Hall.

Meet the Dean: School of Engineering
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) East Wing Lobby

Come meet Interim Dean Christopher Kitts and members of the faculty and staff within the School of Engineering. Get to know us while we get to know you! Refreshments will be served. The East Wing Lobby is the lobby behind the Fresh Bytes cafe.

Open House: Campus Ministry
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, 1st Floor

Stop by the Campus Ministry office on the 1st floor of Benson Memorial Center to meet our staff and view our office suite that is open to all students throughout the year!

College of Arts & Sciences: Student Panel #2
"Don't Box Me In: Multidisciplinary Studies
in the College of Arts and Sciences"

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) 1302/1308

Double majoring and/or minoring is very common among students in the College of Arts and Science. In this panel, hear first-hand from students on how you can benefit from (and manage) more than one area of study during your time at SCU. You can do it!

Meet the Dean: Leavey School of Business
(For students with last names A-M)
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ Lucas Hall, Courtyard

Come meet Dean Ed Grier and members of the faculty and staff within the Leavey School of Business. Get to know us while we get to know you! Refreshments will be served.

Open House: de Saisset Museum
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ de Saisset Museum

The de Saisset Museum will be open for a sneak peak of our Fall 2024 exhibitions before we officially open on October 2. Please join us to learn more about the museum, meet the staff, and see our installation in progress!

Meet the Dean: College of Arts & Sciences
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
@ Vari Hall, Foyer

Come meet Dean Daniel Press and members of the faculty and staff within the College of Arts and Sciences. Get to know us while we get to know you! Refreshments will be served.

"Find Your Classes" Tours
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Mission Church, Plaza

Meet in front of the Mission Church where Orientation Leaders will guide you around campus to point out where your classes will be this fall quarter so you know where to go on Monday!

Meet the Dean: Leavey School of Business
(For students with last names N-Z)
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
@ Lucas Hall, Courtyard

Come meet Dean Ed Grier and members of the faculty and staff within the Leavey School of Business. Get to know us while we get to know you! Refreshments will be served.

College of Arts & Sciences: Student Panel #3
"Jumping into Hands-On Learning:
Research and Internships in the College of Arts and Sciences"

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) 1302/1308

Learn about the internship and research opportunities that are available to students in the College of Arts and Sciences. This type of hands-on learning is an important part of your education, and the College has opportunities for you in all of our disciplines ranging from the arts to the humanities to the natural and social sciences.

(Required Session for New Students)
Bronco Welcome
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
@ Various Locations (see list of locations below)

All new students are required to attend this session to learn more about contributing to make SCU a safe and supportive community that prioritizes wellness and well-being.

  • Alpha RLC @ Mayer Theatre
  • Cura RLC @ Locatelli Student Activity Center, 1st Floor
  • CyPhi RLC @ Mayer Theatre
  • da Vinci RLC @ Daly Science Center, Room 207
  • Loyola RLC @ Daly Science Center, Room 206
  • Magis RLC @ Benson Memorial Center, California Mission Room
  • Modern Perspectives RLC @ Locatelli Student Activity Center, 1st Floor
  • Unity RLC @ Daly Science Center, Room 207
  • Transfer Students @ Recital Hall -- regardless of which residence hall you live in (if living on campus)

Dinner in the Dining Hall
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Asian Pacific Islander & South Asian (APISA) Welcome Social
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) North Wing Lobby

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served. The North Wing Lobby is the lobby nearest to the Schott Admission & Enrollment Services Building.

Black/African American Welcome Social
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) East Wing Lobby

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served. The East Wing Lobby is the lobby behind the Fresh Bytes cafe.

Latinx Welcome Social
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) Courtyard

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served.

Middle Eastern & North African (MENA) Welcome Social
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
@ Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) South Wing Lobby

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served. The South Wing Lobby is the lobby nearest to the University Library.

Sikh Welcome Social
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Campus Ministry Office

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served.

Jewish Welcome Social
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room & Patio

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served.

Muslim Welcome Social
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, California Mission Room

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served.

LGBTQIA+ Welcome Social
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Parlors B/C

All welcome socials are open to all students and families. Refreshments will be served.

Bronco Festival
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
@ Alameda Mall

Have fun at the annual outdoor carnival featuring a live DJ, games, activities, and food! Alameda Mall is the lawn between the University Library and Benson Memorial Center. Sponsored by the Activities Programming Board (APB).

A Night Through the Theater
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
@ Fess Parker Theatre, Mayer Theatre & Recital Hall

Experience a live tour of the facilities that showcase SCU's theatre, dance, and music programs.

Breakfast in the Dining Hall
7:00 am - 10:00 am
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Brunch in the Dining Hall
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Welcome Liturgy
10:00 am - 11:30 am
@ Leavey Center

Participate in the Welcome Liturgy mass at the Leavey Center. During the academic year, mass is every Sunday at 10am, 5pm, and 8pm at the Mission Church.

Farewell Family Reception
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
@ Locatelli Student Activity Center, 1st Floor

Enjoy a reception with your student and other families before bidding farewell!

Women's Soccer vs Harvard
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Stevens Stadium

Cheer on the Women's Soccer team as they take on Harvard University. Go Broncos!

SCCAP Service Project
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room & Patio

Participate in a service project and learn more about other community service and social justice opportunities at SCU. Sponsored by the Santa Clara Community Action Program (SCCAP).

RLC Community Meeting
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
@ Respective Residence Halls

All new students are required to attend this meeting at their respective RLCs.

RLC Community Social
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
@ Respective Residence Halls

Participate in social activities to meet your fellow RLC residents and RLC leadership teams. For new students as well as returning students.

Dinner in the Dining Hall
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Marketplace

The main dining hall for students is at Benson Memorial Center which includes Marketplace and Mission Bakery. Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals. For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.

Ice Cream Social
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
@ Santa Clara Mall

Meet and mingle over ice cream and other goodies! Santa Clara Mall is the lawn between Benson Memorial Center and Kenna Hall. Sponsored by Campus Ministry and religious/faith-based student organizations.

Design Your Bronco Home Activity
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Williman Room

Engage in a low-key crafting activity with stations to decorate your new Bronco home at SCU! Sponsored by the Activities Programming Board (APB).

Monday, September 23 - Friday, September 27

Campus Poster Sale
9:00 am - 5:00 pm each day
@ Santa Clara Mall
Sponsored by the Black Business Alliance

Need wall decorations for your living space at SCU? Check out the annual poster sale! Posters provided by Poster Invasion.

Wednesday, September 25

SCU College Night at IKEA
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
@ IKEA, 1700 East Bay Shore Road, East Palo Alto
Sponsored by the Activities Programming Board (APB) and Center for Student Involvement
RSVP Here

SCU College Night at IKEA is your chance to experience a night of excitement and exclusive deals! Whether you're a student or simply young at heart, this event promises an unforgettable time. Enjoy a variety of activities, such as a thrilling furniture building contest. Secure your spot via RSVP and be eligible for fantastic giveaways and surprises!

Transportation & Reservations: 
Need a ride? We’ve got you covered! A bus will be provided for the first 50 people who indicate they need transportation when RSVPing. The bus will leave SCU at 6:15pm from the Abby Sobrato Mall fountain (near Mission Church). Secure your spot by RSVPing today!

Thursday, September 26

Fall Involvement Fair
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
@ Alameda Mall + Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation (SCDI) Courtyard
Sponsored by the Center for Student Involvement

The Fall Involvement Fair is one of the best opportunities for new and returning students to explore the many different ways to get involved in campus life at SCU! Alameda Mall is the lawn between the University Library and Benson Memorial Center.

Wednesday, October 2

Basic Needs Resource Fair
12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, Plaza (outside of campus bookstore)
Sponsored by the Office of Student Life

Meet representatives from Santa Clara County, Sacred Heart, Second Harvest, Project Sentinel, and Bill Wilson Center offering food assistance, housing support, and health resources. CalFresh application support will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

University Library Welcome Fest
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
@ Learning Commons
Sponsored by the University Library

Meet staff and student workers for exciting activities, snacks, and prizes as we welcome students to the fall quarter. Spin the welcome station wheel for a surprise, meet our gigantic robot that stores hundreds of thousands of items, collaborate with other students, design a unique button, and write a postcard! Collect stickers at each station to add to your passport and enter a raffle to win a Keurig, a personal ice cream maker, a screen projector, or a personal blender!

Saturday, October 5

First Year Olympics
Time & Location TBA
Sponsored by Campus Recreation & Residential Learning Communities (RLCs)

Teams will compete via RLCs. Please consult with your CFs for team formation. Restricted to first year students. Contact intramurals@scu.edu with any questions!

Tuesday, October 8

CalFresh Workshop with Second Harvest
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
@ Benson Memorial Center, California Mission Room
Sponsored by the Office of Student Life
RSVP Here

At this workshop, Second Harvest representatives will provide a comprehensive overview of the CalFresh program, which helps low-income individuals and families in California purchase food. CalFresh offers monthly financial assistance on a card that can be used like a debit card at grocery stores. The workshop will focus on student eligibility requirements and the application process. Students are highly encouraged to attend the presentation portion from 12:30pm to 1:15pm, but students can also drop in from 1:15pm to 3:00pm to get one-on-one application support with their application and get connected to local pantries. 

Tuesday, October 15

Cooking & Nutrition Class with Second Harvest
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
@ The Forge Garden, 1051 Sherman Street
Sponsored by the Office of Student Life
RSVP Here

Participate in a hands-on class to learn healthy cooking tips and nutritious recipes from Second Harvest's Nutrition Center.

Wednesday, October 16

Malley Bash
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
@ Malley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Malley Center! We will have free food, raffle prizes, and giveaways. In addition, there is a faculty/staff pickleball tournament starting at 5:00pm and a student pickleball tournament starting at 8:00pm. There will also be a dodgeball tournament. Sign up your teams in IMLeagues between October 1-14. There wll be FREE food!

Schedule Notes

New students, parents, and families can look forward to the following events during New Student Move-In and Welcome Weekend.

  • Parents and families are encouraged but not required to attend New Student Move-In and/or Welcome Weekend.
  • We are mindful that not all families have the resources or time to travel with their students.
  • Residence Hall Move-In on September 20 begins at 8:30am with the first of 3 groups (90 minutes each), the second group begins at 10:00am, and the third group begins at 11:30am.
  • New transfer students may have their move-in date set for September 21 or 22 instead so be sure to check for a confirmation email from the Housing Office.
  • Students have two required sessions: RLC Community Conversations at 8:00-9:00pm on September 20 and a session about community health and safety at 3:00-5:00pm on September 21.
  • There are a variety of social activities and receptions on the evenings of September 20, September 21, and September 22.

Required Sessions

New students living on campus are required to attend the following session:

  • RLC Community Meeting (September 20, 8:00-9:00pm)
  • Transfer students living on campus are required to attend.
  • Commuter students assigned to an RLC (Alpha, da Vinci, Magis, Modern Perspectives) are also required to attend.

New students are also required to attend the following session:

  • Bronco Welcome (September 21, 3:00-5:00pm)
  • Transfer students and commuter students are required to attend.

Meals

New students who have SCU Dining Meal Plans may start using them upon arrival to campus while parents, other family, and guests may purchase breakfast, lunch/brunch, and dinner.

  • Breakfast, lunch/brunch, and dinner are available in the Benson Marketplace and Mission Bakery which are adjacent to one another on the 1st floor of Benson Memorial Center.
  • See schedule below for exact meal times for each day.
  • Many receptions will have refreshments (food and drink) available for free.

Wireless Options (Campus Wifi)

If you need assistance with internet connection, IT staff will be available in all of the residence halls. Look for the staff wearing IT shirts.

Wireless Option for incoming First Year & Transfer Students:

Name of Wireless Network: ORIENTATION
(use this network through the end of September 20)

  • Not authenticated (no password required - usage agreement check-box)
  • Connection time is limited (8 hours - before prompted to agree to usage terms again)
  • MySCU Portal and services in MySCU Portal are available on ORIENTATION

Name of Wireless Network: eduroam
(use this network at any time, especially after September 20)

  • Authenticated (use your SCU login and password)
  • MySCU Portal and services in MySCU Portal are available

Wireless Option for Parents & Families:

Name of Wireless Network: SCU-Guest

  • Not authenticated (no password required - usage agreement check-box)
  • Connection time is limited (8 hours - before prompted to agree to usage terms again)
  • Some SCU services are NOT available (including MySCU Portal)
For More Information

Email: welcomeweeks@scu.edu
Phone: 408-551-1995