Welcome activities for
greyhound students
WAGS Week
Welcome Activities for Greyhound Students (WAGS) Week runs August 26 through September 2, 2026, with unique programming each day. Students should expect a balance of fun, friendly events and exclusive learning experiences. The week provides the perfect environment for you to make a solid start as a Greyhound.
Click each day below to see a detailed schedule.
- Events that have a (🐾) next to them are mandatory for incoming students.
- Parents and family members are welcome to attend events that have a (🩶) next to them.
- Events with a (🏠) next to them are specific to students living on-campus.
- Events with a (🚗) next to them are specific to commuter students.
| Time | Activity | Location | Description |
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9:00a-12:00p |
🐾🩶🏠 1st Year and New Transfer Admissions Check & Move-In |
Krannert Memorial Library (enter off Shelby St onto Greyhound Ln) |
Welcome home to your campus residence, Greyhounds! First, our team will help you confirm that your Admissions Checklist is complete. If you still have a few things to wrap up or just have questions, staff are on-site and ready to help get you cleared! Once you’ve got your residence hall key in hand, head over to your hall. Our incredible move-in crew of faculty, staff, and student volunteers is ready to help you unload, carry your gear, and settle into your new home away from home. First-year students will primarily move into Warren, Cravens, and Cory Bretz Halls (or their LLC assignments), while our incoming transfer and upperclassman students will be moving into Roberts, Central, and East Halls. We can’t wait to help you get settled and officially kick off your UIndy journey! Keep an eye on your UIndy email for your specific move-in time and instructions. |
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10:00a-2:00p |
🐾🩶Greyhound Hangout Hub |
Schwitzer Student Center (Shreve Atrium Wood Floor, Pool Table Lounge) |
Join us for a fun-filled welcome event to celebrate our newest Greyhounds! Enjoy a variety of activities and resources as you make connections with other Greyhounds and their families. Feel free to attend as your schedule allows. |
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11:00a-1:00p |
International Student Welcome Session |
Health Pavilion (HP), Room 410 |
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12:00p-1:00p |
Lunch/Say Goodbye |
n/a |
Residential meal plans are available to use in the Ober Dining Hall. Commuters and guests can purchase entry at the door. Come check out what our dining hall has to offer! |
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12:30p-2:00p |
🚗🐾🩶Commuter Student Meeting |
UIndy Hall ABC |
Commuter students, this one is just for you! Parking, schedules, and finding your community can be a lot—but we've got your back. Come hang out, meet fellow commuters, grab some helpful campus resources, and learn how to make the most of your time on campus. |
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2:00p-3:00p |
🐾 Welcome to the Pack Rally |
Nicoson Hall |
Kick off your UIndy journey at the Welcome to the Pack Rally, an exciting and spirited celebration designed to officially welcome new students to the Greyhound community. |
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3:30p -5:00p |
🐾 Playfair |
Smith Mall |
Through engaging games and team-building activities, students will have the opportunity to meet new people, form meaningful relationships, and connect with the campus community in a fun and welcoming environment. |
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5:00p-7:30p |
Dinner+Free Time |
n/a | n/a |
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8:30p-10:00p |
🏠🐾 Late Night with ResLife, Floor Meetings |
Individual Residence Hall |
Welcome home, Greyhounds! After a busy move-in day, take a breath and connect with your new community tonight. Join us for your essential Floor Meeting to meet your RA, discuss hall expectations, and chat with your neighbors. Then, the fun continues with a variety of programming opportunities. Whether you want to join a group activity or hang out, it’s the perfect way to wrap up Day One and start building lifelong friendships! |
| Time | Activity | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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10:00a-11:00a |
🐾 Your Place in the Pack |
Nicoson Hall |
Day 2 will kick off by understanding your ‘AND’ and beginning to explore what YOU bring to the Pack. |
|
11:00a-12:00p |
🐾 Sex Rules: Title IX Talk |
Nicoson Hall |
Sex Rules is coming to UIndy for an interactive, high-energy session that tackles the real issues of interpersonal relationships, communication, and consent. Through live polls, laughs, and honest conversations, you’ll learn exactly how to look out for one another and help make our Greyhound campus a safe, supportive, and respectful place for everyone. |
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12:00p-1:30p |
Lunch + Service Learning |
Ober Dining Hall and UIndy Hall | n/a |
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1:30p-2:30p |
🐾 Feeling Risky |
Nicoson Hall |
Join us for Feeling Risky, a high-energy, interactive experience that takes a fresh and honest look at decision-making, party culture, and substance use. Forget the boring lectures - this event uses live interaction, humor, and open conversation to tackle peer pressure, safety, and risk management head-on. You’ll walk away with real, non-judgmental tools to help you navigate college life, look out for your friends, and make informed choices. Let’s learn how to keep our Greyhound community safe while still having an unforgettable college experience! |
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3:00p-6:00p |
🐾 TAILgate with ResLife |
Nicoson Parking Lot |
Join the entire UIndy community for the pre-game TAILgate before the Monumental Matchup football game. Bring your Greyhound Pride, your friends, and your game-day energy for an awesome afternoon of school spirit. We’ll have free food, music, games, and plenty of fun as we gear up for kickoff. Grab your favorite UIndy gear, and let’s get ready to cheer our team on to victory! |
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6:00p-7:30p |
🐾🩶 Monumental Matchup |
Key Stadium |
n/a |
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Post Game |
🏠 ResLife Hangout |
Individual Residence Hall |
The final whistle has blown, but the night is just getting started! Head back to your res hall right after the game for our post-game Res Life hangout with great music, games, and the perfect space to unwind and recap the highlights with your friends. Whether you want to relive the best plays of the game, challenge your neighbors to a matchup of your own, or just chill out and relax, this is the ultimate way to cap off an awesome campus day. |
| Time | Activity | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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10:00a-11:45a |
🐾 Major Meetup |
Various Locations |
Dive into your academic community at Major Meetups! This is your opportunity to engage with faculty and build essential connections with the experts and peers who will support your journey within your specific area of study. |
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11:30a |
Volleyball Game v. Walsh |
Ruth Lilly Fitness Center |
n/a |
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12:00p-2:00p |
🐾 Chill and Grill (Ice Cream + Cookout) |
n/a |
Join UIndy PD and Student Affairs for an incredible afternoon at the All-Campus Cookout! We’re bringing the community together for great food, a live DJ spinning favorites, and plenty of fun-filled games. It’s the perfect way to connect with your fellow Greyhounds and kick off the year with school spirit! |
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3:00p-4:00p |
🐾 Campus Chaser Scavenger Hunt |
n/a |
Campus Chasers is an interactive scavenger hunt where you'll solve riddles, discover campus hot spots, and uncover the history behind some of our most iconic locations. It's a fun way to explore, connect, and get to know your new campus! |
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4:30p |
🐾 Volleyball Game v. West Liberty |
Ruth Lilly Fitness Center |
n/a |
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8:00p-10:00p |
Hounds Kickback |
n/a |
Get ready to kick off the year with an unforgettable celebration! Students can dance the night away at our silent disco, create something unique at the plant bar, design custom bag charms and hats, and enjoy larger-than-life inflatables. Sweet treats await at the candy bar, while interactive photo booth experiences capture memories with friends old and new. To top it all off, students will leave their mark on our large-scale community mural, “Welcome Home, Greyhounds,” a collaborative piece celebrating the spirit, creativity, and connection that make UIndy feel like home. |
| Time | Activity | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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11:00a-1:00p |
Greyhound Gathering: Mix & Mingle with Your Crew |
UIndy Hall |
Start your morning off right and start building connections at Greyhound Gathering. Meet fellow students, get to know the people you'll be spending time with throughout Welcome Week, and kick off the semester with fun conversations and new friendships. |
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1:00p-5:00p |
🏠 LLC Meet Up |
UIndy Hall |
Welcome to the ultimate campus head start! Connect with your crew at the official Living-Learning Community Kickoff. This is your chance to meet the fellow Greyhounds who share your exact passions, majors, and goals. We’re breaking the ice, setting the stage for an incredible year, and giving you an inside look at the unique experiences, trips, and connections coming your way. Come ready to meet your network, find your people, and kick off your UIndy journey with the community built just for you! This event is for students registered in an LLC. |
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2:00p |
Volleyball Game v. Saginaw Valley |
Ruth Lilly Fitness Center |
n/a |
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7:00p |
Volleyball Game v. Thomas More |
Ruth Lilly Fitness Center |
n/a |
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7:00p-10:00p |
🐾 The Mentalist |
UIndy Hall |
Join Eric Mina, the Mentalist, for an interactive entertainment experience designed to engage students through a unique blend of mentalism, comedy, audience participation, and illusion. Throughout the performance, students will witness seemingly impossible demonstrations that challenge perception, encourage curiosity, and create a memorable shared experience. |
| Time | Activity | Location | Description |
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Various Times |
Church Options |
n/a | |
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TBD |
Soccer Game v. Lake Erie |
Key Stadium |
n/a |
Recommended Indianapolis-Area Churches for UIndy Students
Worship schedules occasionally change for holidays, summer, or special events, so students should confirm the service time on the church’s website before visiting.
- African Methodist Episcopal Zion
- Jones Tabernacle A.M.E. Zion Church
Address: 2510 E. 34th St., Indianapolis, IN 46218
Sunday worship: 9:30 a.m.
Website: Jones Tabernacle on Facebook
A historic African American congregation offering warm community and worship rooted in the A.M.E. Zion tradition. (Jones Tabernacle's Facebook)
- Jones Tabernacle A.M.E. Zion Church
- African Methodist Episcopal
- Crossroads A.M.E. Church
Address: 4602 N. College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46205
Sunday worship: 10:00 a.m.
Website: crossroadsamec.org
A community-centered A.M.E. congregation emphasizing spiritual transformation, connection, liberation, and justice. (Crossroads AMEC)
- Crossroads A.M.E. Church
- Baptist
- Eastern Star Church — Main Campus
Address: 5750 E. 30th St., Indianapolis, IN 46218
Sunday worship: 12:15 p.m.; Sunday School at 11:00 a.m.
Website: easternstarchurch.org
A large, predominantly African American Baptist congregation known for strong preaching, discipleship, youth ministry, and community outreach. (Eastern Star Church)
- Eastern Star Church — Main Campus
- Roman Catholic
- St. Jude Catholic Church
Address: 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227
Sunday Mass: 7:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:45 a.m. during the college year, September–April
Website: stjudeindy.org
A nearby Catholic parish offering sacramental worship, faith formation, and an established relationship with the UIndy community. (St. Jude Catholic Church & School) - St. Roch Catholic Church
Address: 3600 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46227
Sunday Mass: 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
Website: strochindy.org
A welcoming Southside Catholic parish offering sacramental worship, faith formation, and a strong community life for individuals and families.
- St. Jude Catholic Church
- United Methodist
- Christ Indianapolis United Methodist Church
Address: 8540 U.S. 31 South, Indianapolis, IN 46227
Sunday worship: 9:00 a.m. traditional worship and 11:15 a.m. contemporary worship
Website: christindyumc.com
A welcoming Southside United Methodist congregation offering both traditional and contemporary worship, small groups, service opportunities, and ministries for all ages. - University Heights United Methodist Church
Address: 4002 Otterbein Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46227
Sunday worship: 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School and discussion groups at 10:15 a.m.
Website: uhumc.com
Located beside UIndy, University Heights offers traditional worship, thoughtful discussion, service opportunities, and a close relationship with the university. (UMC site)
- Christ Indianapolis United Methodist Church
- Episcopal
- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Address: 6050 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
Sunday worship: The church currently lists multiple Sunday Holy Eucharist services; its published schedule includes 7:45, 9:00, and 11:15 a.m. during its regular program year.
Website: stpaulsindy.org
An Episcopal congregation offering beautiful liturgical worship, strong sacred music, Christian formation, generous hospitality, and a commitment to justice and inclusion. (St. Paul's Indy)
- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
- Pentecostal
- Iglesia Cuadrangular de Indianápolis
Address: 2705 N. Post Road, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Sunday worship: 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Website: iglesiacuadrangularindy.org
A multicultural, Spanish-speaking congregation with a strong heart for the Hispanic community, offering vibrant worship and opportunities to grow in faith and relationship with God.
- Iglesia Cuadrangular de Indianápolis
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Fairview Presbyterian Church
Address: 4609 N. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46208
Sunday worship: 10:30 a.m.
Website: fairviewindy.org
An inclusive Presbyterian congregation offering traditional worship, open theological exploration, community service, and a strong emphasis on mental and emotional well-being. (Fairview)
- Fairview Presbyterian Church
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Downey Avenue Christian Church
Address: 111 S. Downey Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46219
Sunday worship: 10:15 a.m.
Website: downeyavenue.com
An open and affirming, intergenerational Disciples congregation committed to radical welcome, social justice, creation care, and beloved community. (DowneyAve Website) - Light of the World Christian Church
Address: 4646 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN 46228
Sunday worship: 10:30 a.m.
Website: lovelwcc.org
A historic African American Disciples of Christ congregation with vibrant worship, strong preaching, Christian education, and extensive community ministries. (Light of the World Christian Church)
- Downey Avenue Christian Church
- United Church of Christ
- First Congregational United Church of Christ
Address: 7171 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46240
Sunday worship: 11:00 a.m.
Website: fcindy.org
An open and affirming congregation offering traditional worship, thoughtful faith exploration, music, advocacy, and a broad welcome to people from many backgrounds. (FC Indy)
- First Congregational United Church of Christ
- Contemporary and Nondenominational Congregations
- Common Ground Christian Church — Midtown
Address: 4550 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
Sunday worship: 10:00 a.m.
Website: cground.org
A relational and community-oriented congregation focused on being formed in the image of Jesus and participating in God’s work of reconciliation. (Common Ground's Facebook) - Diversity Church — Main Campus
Address: 101 E. Raymond St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
Sunday worship: 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Website: diversitychurch.net
A lively, multicultural congregation whose identity centers on different people worshiping the same God. (Diversity Church) - The Creek — Shelby Street Campus
Address: 8435 Shelby St., Indianapolis, IN 46227
Sunday worship: 10:00 a.m.
Website: thecreek.org
A contemporary, Bible-based congregation offering practical teaching, community groups, and opportunities to connect and serve. (The Creek Church) - Traders Point Christian Church — Downtown Campus
Address: 1201 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis, IN 46202
Sunday worship: 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.
Website: tpcc.org
A large contemporary church offering modern worship, practical biblical teaching, small groups, and a wide range of support and service ministries. (Traders Point Christian Church)
- Common Ground Christian Church — Midtown
Note for Students:
Congregations vary in worship style, theology, size, Communion practices, dress, and approaches to contemporary social issues. Students are encouraged to review their websites and/clips of worship services available online and seek a community where they can worship, ask honest questions, form meaningful relationships, grow in faith, and serve others. For additional support in finding a church, feel free to reach out to our University Chaplain, Rev. Arionne Lynch at lynchay@uindy.edu or on IG @msarionneyvette.