Freshman 2025 GO Schedule
IT’S OFFICIAL. YOU’RE A HUSKY | DAY 1
TIME
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
7:00 AM
ALEKS CHECK-IN
鈥� Students who have registered to take placement examinations will need to report to McNair Hall ALEKS Testing table prior to checking in for Orientation.
鈥� Students who have registered to take placement examinations will need to report to McNair Hall ALEKS Testing table prior to checking in for Orientation.
MCNAIR HALL
7:30 AM-8:30 AM
OFFICIAL “GO” ORIENTATION CHECK-IN- A-L
鈥� This is the official check-in time for all “GO” participants. You will also be taken to Freshmen Village to check into your “GO” room and meet your “GO” roommates!
鈥� This is the official check-in time for all “GO” participants. You will also be taken to Freshmen Village to check into your “GO” room and meet your “GO” roommates!
MCNAIR HALL
MENINGITIS SUBMISSION – If you have your meningitis shot records, you may submit documentation to have this hold released.
MCNAIR HALL
JAVA CITY – After you are checked in, feel free to try our on-campus coffee shop for a pastry & coffee. Remember to visit the bookstore, where you can shop for all your favorite Husky Gear.
MCNAIR HALL
FINAL HIGH SCHOOL/DUAL CREDIT TRANSCRIPT SUBMISSION – Bring your final transcripts with graduation date.
MCNAIR HALL
FINALIZING YOUR FINANCIAL AID & TUITION PAYMENTS – Still have questions about what items to submit? Schedule a time for you to meet with our financial aid and student accounts team.
MCNAIR HALL
8:30 AM-9:30 AM
OFFICIAL “GO” ORIENTATION CHECK-IN- M-Z
鈥� This is the official check-in time for all “GO” participants. You will also be taken to Freshmen Village to check into your “GO” room and meet your “GO” roommates!
鈥� This is the official check-in time for all “GO” participants. You will also be taken to Freshmen Village to check into your “GO” room and meet your “GO” roommates!
MCNAIR HALL
MENINGITIS SUBMISSION – If you have your meningitis shot records, you may submit documentation to have this hold released.
MCNAIR HALL
JAVA CITY – After you are checked in, feel free to try our on-campus coffee shop for a pastry & coffee. Remember to visit the bookstore, where you can shop for all your favorite Husky Gear.
MCNAIR HALL
FINAL HIGH SCHOOL/DUAL CREDIT TRANSCRIPT SUBMISSION – Bring your final transcripts with graduation date.
MCNAIR HALL
FINALIZING YOUR FINANCIAL AID & TUITION PAYMENTS – Still have questions about what items to submit? Schedule a time for you to meet with our financial aid and financial services team.
MCNAIR HALL
9:00 AM-10:00 AM
HCU HONORS COLLEGE – Our Honors College is made to fit any major. Come and join the conversation about a liberal arts education and how it fits into your four-year pathway.
FOUNDERS HALL II 302
HCU TRIO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES – Designed to holistically support students who are first-generation, low income, or students with disabilities.
LIBRARY COMMONS
SUMMER LAUNCH – Join the Department of Student Success to discuss how to prepare in the summer for college at HCU in the fall.
LIBRARY COMMONS
VETERAN SERVICES – This session is for any veteran and their family members who want to find out more about the student veteran/dependent experience at HCU, whether or not they are using VA benefits.
LIBRARY COMMONS
SPIRITUAL LIFE AT HCU – Because of our central confession and mission, we prioritize opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to grow and develop habits for lifelong spiritual growth. Come hear the ways we’ll invite your students into a life of transformation and flourishing as a follower of Jesus Christ.
LIBRARY COMMONS
WE ARE A HIGHER EDUCATION
10:15 AM-11:15 AM
WELCOME TO HOUSTON CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY!
鈥� Our “GO” team leaders are excited to meet and welcome you to the Pack! Hear from our university administrators about what it means to be a Husky.
鈥� Our “GO” team leaders are excited to meet and welcome you to the Pack! Hear from our university administrators about what it means to be a Husky.
LIBRARY COMMONS
11:15 AM-12:00 PM
HUSKY TO HUSKY (STUDENTS ONLY) – Your “GO” leaders cannot wait to welcome you to the Pack!
LIBRARY COMMONS
IT TAKES THE PACK! FAMILY PARTNERS (PARENTS/FAMILIES) – Parents and families, while your student is meeting with their “GO” groups, join our Student Life team as they discuss the Husky Family role, support, safety, and connection opportunities.
LIBRARY COMMONS
12:00 PM-1:30 PM
LUNCH – Join us for lunch in the Brown Quad and Holcombe Mall. Parents and Families $10 per person, new Huskies eat free.
BROWN COURTYARD
IT’S TIME TO GET SOCIAL
1:15 PM-2:15 PM
ON THE GO- COMMUTER LIFE – Living off-campus? Hear from our First Year & Commuter Engagement Specialist about the resources available for our commuting Huskies.
DUNHAM THEATER
THE RESIDENTIAL LIFE – Join our Residence Life Staff as they share how the on-campus experience enhances your HCU experience.
DUNHAM THEATER
2:15 PM-3:00 PM
GET TO KNOW YOUR MAJOR
鈥� This is your opportunity to hear directly from your college or school about your major and what to expect. Bring your questions and come chat.
鈥� This is your opportunity to hear directly from your college or school about your major and what to expect. Bring your questions and come chat.
VARIOUS
3:00 PM-6:00 PM
ALEKS CHECK-IN – Students who have registered to take placement examinations will need to go to McNair Hall.
MCNAIR HALL
3:00 PM-3:45 PM
CONNECT WITH STUDENT SUCCESS – Your success is our mission! Learn about all of the resources we provide to help you succeed inside and outside of the classroom.
DUNHAM THEATER
4:00 PM-5:00 PM
I’M ALL INVOLVED! ORGANIZATION FAIR – Find your fit! Come and mingle with clubs, organizations, and Greek Life. Get plugged in before the semester starts!
MCNAIR HALL
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
3:00 PM-5:30 PM
GET AHEAD AND STAY AHEAD: FINANCIAL AID (STUDENT & FAMILY)
鈥� The Financial Aid and Student Accounts teams are here to help you navigate the process of paying for your HCU education. This includes everything from applying for aid to paying your bill.
鈥� The Financial Aid and Student Accounts teams are here to help you navigate the process of paying for your HCU education. This includes everything from applying for aid to paying your bill.
DILLON I/II
FINANCIAL AID/TUITION & PAYMENT APPOINTMENTS – Students and families are encouraged to schedule/meet with financial aid and financial services to discuss tuition and payments.
DILLON I/II
ID PHOTO – Put on a smile and take your ID photo. Your ID card will be ready for you at Check-out on day two.
LIBRARY
MOVE-IN AND GET SETTLED – Students can also take this time to move into their room for “GO” and get settled.
RESIDENCE HALLS
NEW HUSKY SESSIONS
5:00 PM-5:45 PM
COMMUNITY LIFE + WORSHIP (STUDENTS ONLY)
鈥� Our Spiritual Life Department will share with you HCU’s cornerstone of a holistic education through Community Life + Worship. Learn ways to give back, dive deep, and experience how we integrate faith and learning.
鈥� Our Spiritual Life Department will share with you HCU’s cornerstone of a holistic education through Community Life + Worship. Learn ways to give back, dive deep, and experience how we integrate faith and learning.
BELIN CHAPEL
5:45 PM-6:15 PM
“THE HUSKY JOURNEY” (STUDENTS ONLY)
鈥� Join the Director of Student Life as she discusses campus life, what it means to be a Husky, campus safety, Title IX and your rights as a student.
鈥� Join the Director of Student Life as she discusses campus life, what it means to be a Husky, campus safety, Title IX and your rights as a student.
BELIN CHAPEL
6:30 PM
DINNER WITH YOUR “GO” TEAM (STUDENTS ONLY)
鈥� At this time, parents and families are dismissed for the evening. Please join us tomorrow morning for a free full hot breakfast.
鈥� At this time, parents and families are dismissed for the evening. Please join us tomorrow morning for a free full hot breakfast.
THE BAUGH
7:30 PM-8:25 PM
WORSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP (STUDENTS ONLY)
鈥� Join our Refuge Band as they lead you in your first worship session as the Class of 2029.
鈥� Join our Refuge Band as they lead you in your first worship session as the Class of 2029.
BELIN CHAPEL
8:30 PM-11:00 PM
DAWGS UP! LIGHTS OUT! (STUDENTS ONLY)
鈥� Your “GO” team has a fun night planned for you! Hear about HCU traditions, eat delicious food, dance the night away with our DJ and more!
鈥� Your “GO” team has a fun night planned for you! Hear about HCU traditions, eat delicious food, dance the night away with our DJ and more!
HOLCOMBE MALL
11:30 PM
LIGHTS OUT FOR REAL!
RESIDENCE HALLS
YOU’RE AT THE FINISH LINE | DAY 2
TIME
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
7:00 AM
RISE AND SHINE: HUSKY BREAKFAST – Store your luggage and checkout the residence hall.
MCNAIR HALL
7:30 AM-8:30 AM
REGISTRATION PACKETS AND HUSKYNET LOGIN PICK UP – For those still needing to register for classes, this is the time to get your registration paperwork.
BELIN CHAPEL
8:30 AM-9:00 AM
THE WHOLE HUSKY
鈥� An introduction to HCU’s wellness approach for freshmen. Discover the importance of intellectual, spiritual, financial, social, environmental, occupational, and emotional wellness.
鈥� An introduction to HCU’s wellness approach for freshmen. Discover the importance of intellectual, spiritual, financial, social, environmental, occupational, and emotional wellness.
DUNHAM THEATER
9:00 AM-10:00 AM
ENROLL 101: PREPARING TO ENROLL (PARENTS/FAMILIES/STUDENT)
鈥� Join the Office of Admissions & Advising as we cover what to expect during your advising and registration meetings.
鈥� Join the Office of Admissions & Advising as we cover what to expect during your advising and registration meetings.
BELIN CHAPEL
10:15 AM-11:15 AM
GROUP A
GROUP A
ACADEMIC ADVISING & CLASS REGISTRATION
鈥� Students meet with their academic advisor, register for courses, and hear from the Financial Aid and Student Account Services about tuition, fees, and payments.
鈥� Students meet with their academic advisor, register for courses, and hear from the Financial Aid and Student Account Services about tuition, fees, and payments.
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
11:30 AM-12:30 PM
GROUP B
GROUP B
CHECK OUT
鈥� Financial Aid/Tuition & Payment Appointments – Still have questions or need an appointment? Come to Dillon II to meet with our Student Account Services or a Financial Aid Advisor.
鈥� Financial Aid/Tuition & Payment Appointments – Still have questions or need an appointment? Come to Dillon II to meet with our Student Account Services or a Financial Aid Advisor.
DILLON I/II
PICK UP ID PHOTO – This is your final step, pick up your Husky ID to make it official.
MCNAIR HALL
REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE – Bring your license plate number, state, year and vehicle make, model and color.
鈥� *Note – If you are not bringing a vehicle, you must submit a waiver to avoid charges.
鈥� *Note – If you are not bringing a vehicle, you must submit a waiver to avoid charges.
MCNAIR HALL
8:00 AM-12:00 PM
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND SUPPORT
ENROLL 101: PREPARING TO ENROLL – Join the Office of Admissions & Advising as we cover what to expect during your advising and registration meetings.
DUNHAM THEATER
ACADEMIC ADVISING & CLASS REGISTRATION – Students will meet with their academic advisor, register for courses, and hear from Financial Aid and Student Account Services about tuition, fees, and payments.
VARIOUS
PARENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS – If you have a child attending HCU, join our Office of Student Life to discover ways you can support your Husky.
HINTON 113
NEW HUSKY REMINDERS
- Pick up your Husky ID card at Check-out in McNair Hall
- Purchase/Order your Textbooks! Visit the HCU Bookstore located in MD Anderson Student Center.
- Be prepared to pay or make plans to pay your tuition and fee bill.
- Register your vehicle or waive it if you are not bringing a car to campus.