Tartan Fall 2025
All new incoming students, including transfer students, Early-College students, on-campus residents, and commuter students, are expected to participate in Tartan 2025.
This schedule may change as Tartan approaches. Please continue to check this website for the most up-to-date information.
CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL 2025 TARTAN GUIDE!
Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 – Tartan Day 1
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
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8:30am-10:00 am |
Breakfast & Commuter Student Check-in |
Oasis Lounge and Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Breakfast will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
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10:00 am |
Tartan Opening Event |
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11:15 am |
Tartan Time |
Various Locations |
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12:00pm |
Lunch |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Lunch will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
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1:30 pm |
Camels Belong |
Hobson Performance Center, D. Rich |
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2:30 pm |
Choose Your Own Adventure Session |
Click Here for All Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sessions *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
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3:30 pm |
Camels Live Well |
Hobson Performance Center, D. Rich |
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4:30 pm |
Choose Your Own Adventure Session |
Click Here for All Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sessions *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
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5:30 pm |
Choose Your Own Adventure Session |
Click Here for All Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sessions *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
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6:15 pm |
Dinner |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Dinner will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
| 7:45 pm |
Tartan Time |
Various Locations |
| 8:30 pm |
Ignite Your Journey |
Academic Circle Join us for a signature event of Tartan and beloved Campbell Tradition! Get ready to Ignite Your Journey here at Campbell complete with sparklers! |
| 9:15 pm |
Blacklight Dance Party |
Academic Circle Step into a neon-lit world where colors glow under UV lights! Wear your brightest gear and enjoy free glow sticks, necklaces, bracelets, and body paint to create your own masterpiece. Let your colors shine and dance the night away! |
| 9:45 pm | Poppin Crafts |
Student Union Ballroom C Come pop in to a fun relaxed night of crafts and popcorn! Come make popcorn your style with different seasonings while painting, coloring, or creating your own different crafts! We will have surfboards and rocks to paint, as well coloring, bracelet making, and pennant making! |
| 10:00 PM | Let’s Glow Camels |
Academic Circle Come out to the Academic Circle for the beloved game, Manhunt, but with a twist…You’ll have nothing more to light your way than a glow-bracelet on your wrist! It’ll be a fun-filled, adrenaline-pumping night and the perfect way to make new friendships. A warning though: there are no friends in Manhunt! |
Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 – Tartan Day 2
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
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9:00 am |
Breakfast (Optional) |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Breakfast will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
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10:30 am |
New Student Worship Meet-Up |
Various Locations *Tartan Leaders will be around campus to help walk students over to New Student Worship for those who wish to attend. |
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11:00 am-12:00 pm |
New Student Worship |
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12:00 pm- 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Lunch will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
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1:30 pm |
Choose Your Own Adventure Session |
Click Here for All Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sessions *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
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2:30 pm |
Tartan Time |
Various Locations |
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4:00 pm- 5:00 pm |
New Student Convocation |
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5:00 pm |
Dinner |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Dinner will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
| 6:30 pm- 9:00 pm |
CAB Street: Name It, Own It |
Student Union Ballrooms This interactive event invites first-year students to design their very own custom street sign—perfect for dorm room decor or a fun keepsake. While you create, meet the CAB team, learn how to get involved in campus events, and connect with fellow students. It’s your chance to make your mark and start your journey in style! |
| 7:00 pm | The Camels Delight |
Student Union Ballrooms Hey Campbel students,-you bring the vibes we’ll bring the goodies. Join us for a chill night where you can build your own Campbell goodie bag. Whether you need a midweek pick-me-up, study session snacks or just love free stuff – this night is for you. |
| 7:00 pm | Dye Hard: Tartan Edition |
Academic Circle Start the semester with a splash—literally! Join us for a water balloon dye battle, stick to classic tie-dye, and create your custom shirt. Plus, cool off with free Fun pops while you enjoy the colorful chaos! |
| 7:00 pm | Recharge & Create: A Fresh Start Night |
Student Union Ballrooms Come relax and recharge at our self-care + DIY night just for freshmen! Enjoy a mocktail bar, create your own key charm, make a squishy plush, and unwind with face masks, stickers, and more. It’s a cozy night of connection and creativity before classes kick off! |
| 7:00 pm | Humps and Highlights |
Student Union Ballrooms Kick off your Campbell journey in style! Paint your own memory box, add inspiration stickers, wrote a letter to your future self, and grab a Campbell Bingo card, all while hanging out with your Tartan Leaders for a night of fun and laughs! |
| 9:00 pm | Lilo and Stitch Movie Party |
Student Union Theater Come join the Tartan Team as they party for Lilo and Stitch the live action movie! We will have props, prizes, and Lilo and Stitch themed food! Take a photo at our themed photo booth and enjoy the movie! |
Monday, Aug. 18, 2025 – Tartan Day 3
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
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8:00 am-9:00 am |
Breakfast |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Breakfast will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
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9:00 am |
Lundy-Fetterman School of Business Academic Department Time |
Lundy-Fetterman School of Business. Room 136 (Lynch Auditorium) *This session is for new students with majors in the Business School. |
| 9:00 am | College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Academic Department Time |
JP Riddle Building, Sauls Lecture Hall, First Floor *This session is for new students with majors in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. |
| 9:00 am | School of Engineering Academic Department Time |
Maddox Hall, 117 *This session is for new students with majors in the School of Engineering. |
| 9:00 am | Undeclared Majors Academic Department Time |
Student Union, Ballroom A *This session is for new students who have not formally declared a major. |
| 9:00 am | College of Arts and Sciences Academic Department Time |
D. Rich Hall, Hobson Auditorium *This session is for new students with majors in the College of Arts and Sciences. |
| 10:00 am | School of Education and Human Sciences Academic Department Time |
Taylor Hall, 219 *This session is for new students with majors in the School of Education and Human Sciences. |
| 12:00 pm | President’s Picnic |
Convocation Center Join us for the President’s Picnic, a signature event to start the year! *Students must bring their student ID for the event. Students without meal plans will be provided lunch. |
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1:30 pm |
Choose Your Own Adventure Session |
Click Here for All Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sessions *Students will have the opportunity to choose which session interests them most during this time. |
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2:30 pm |
Choose Your Own Adventure Session |
Click Here for All Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sessions *Students will have the opportunity to choose which session interests them most during this time. |
*Students will meet with deans, faculty, and peer mentors in their chosen academic programs.
Academic departments may have additional sessions planned throughout the day. Please check your Campbell email for further information from your departments.
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 – Tartan Day 4
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
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6:00 pm |
Street Fair |
Main Street |