Announcements
- New Student Orientation for the Fall 2025 semester will begin on August 19, 2025 with move-in day. Info will be sent via Hendrix email.
- Orientation sessions and activities will be held on the Hendrix Campus
August 19 - 22. - Optional orientation trips are planned for August 22 - 24.
Looking forward to Fall 2025 New Student Orientation and
can’t wait to see what's in store?
Check out the trips and activities we have scheduled for all new
incoming students!
The descriptions below are meant
to help you get a feel for each of the orientation trips/activities we
offer.
The Orientation Team will be offering both an OFF-campus
orientation trip option and an ON-campus stay option for incoming students. Regardless of your preference, all campus orientation
groups will get to experience community building experiences along with a
Saturday filled with fun.
OFF Campus Orientation Trip*
Travel: Students will depart campus Friday returning Sunday afternoon
via charter bus/15 passenger van transportation.
Lodging: Each participant will have their own
bed in shared rooms or a single bunk bed in cabin style bunk room
accommodations.
Meals: Some meals to be catered and some will be
prepared by the team; dietary needs will be accommodated.
Intensity: All activities are catered to a
beginner level. Students will be encouraged
to move at their own comfort level.
*the OFF Campus orientation trip will require a $100 non refundable deposit due at time of online trip selection. Space is limited for each OFF Campus experience.
Outdoor Adventure: Let’s get outdoors! Outdoor Adventure trips include outings such as hiking in one of the many state parks, exploring in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, fishing on a crystal-clear lake, getting to know The Natural State or just spending time exploring the great outdoors!
Water Adventure: Looking to cool off this August? We have you covered with one of our Water Adventure orientation trips! Spend some time on the Ouachita River canoeing, kayaking, or splashing around.
City/Urban Adventure: Let’s hit the town! Looking to explore and learn more about local culture? Urban Adventure trips offer the opportunity to visit art museums, take part in creative activities, see local attractions, and experience what makes our state unique!
Service Adventure: Want to give back to the community? Looking to explore a new part of the state? Our Service trips offer the opportunity to do both! Our service trips lend a hand while helping you acclimate to the great state of Arkansas.
ON Campus Orientation Trip (incoming students selecting this option will choose their activity upon arriving on campus)
Travel: All Saturday activities will receive transportation via Charter Bus/15 passenger van.
Lodging: Each participant will remain in their
residence hall accommodation.
Meals: Some meals to be catered and some will be prepared by the team;
dietary needs will be accommodated.
Activity Intensity: All activities are catered to a beginner level. Students will be encouraged to move at their own comfort level.