Welcome Week

Welcome Week
August 19-21, 2026
We are so excited to have you join us here at Liberty University! As part of welcoming you to our campus, there will be a variety of events that will help you acclimate to life at Liberty! Welcome Week is all about getting connected to Liberty’s community and culture. You will connect with your residence hall, faculty and staff from your department, and more! Below are some events that you can look forward to:
- Move-In | 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. | Your Residence Hall
- First-Year Hub | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Montview Steps
- Student Support Resource Fair | 2-3 p.m. | Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Lobby
- Parent & Family Session | 3-4 p.m. | Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Concert Hall
- Prayer on the Lawn | 4:15-5 p.m. | Academic Lawn
- Move-In | 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. | Your Residence Hall
- First-Year Hub | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Montview Steps
- Student Support Resource Fair | 2-3 p.m. | Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Lobby
- Parent & Family Session | 3-4 p.m. | Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Concert Hall
- Prayer on the Lawn | 4:15-5 p.m. | Academic Lawn
- New Student Launch | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Vines Center
- Back to School Bash & Campus Meet and Greet | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Residential Commons Lawn
- Big Band Night | 8-10 p.m. | Academic Lawn
- Doughnuts with the Deans | 8:30- 10 a.m. | Montview Student Union, Alumni Ballroom
- First-Year Hub | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Montview Steps
- New Student Convocation | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Vines Center
- Grad Prep Day | 12-4 p.m. | Champion Center 118B
- Academic Welcome Sessions | 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m. | Locations vary
- Mandatory New Commuter Orientation | 1-2:30 p.m. | LaHaye Event Space
- Flames Kick-Off | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Liberty Arena
- Bingo Rave | 8-10 p.m. and 10 p.m.- 12 a.m. | LaHaye Event Space
- Outdoor Open Mic | 2:30- 4:30 p.m. | Academic Lawn
- Attend a local church service | Times and locations vary
New to the area? Find a local church on our online directory!
- Monday, Aug. 24 | Campus Community Night of Worship | 7-8:30 p.m. | Academic Lawn
- Saturday, Aug. 29 | Block Party | 5-10 p.m. | LaHaye Parking Lot
- More coming soon!
Connect with us on Instagram before you come this fall. Follow our Instagram for a detailed look at Welcome Week events, services on campus to help student success, what to expect when you get here, and answers to all of your questions!
Academic Welcome Locations
- School of Aeronautics | DeMoss Hall, Room 1284
- College of Arts & Sciences | DeMoss Hall, Room 4322
- School of Behavioral Sciences | DeMoss Hall, Room 3152
- School of Business | School of Business, Room 1000
- School of Communication & the Arts | DeMoss Hall, Room 1166
- School of Divinity | Freedom Tower, Room 1510
- School of Education | DeMoss Hall, Room 1332
- School of Engineering | DeMoss Hall, Room 3300E
- Helms School of Government | DeMoss Hall, Room 1164
- School of Health Sciences | Center for Natural Sciences, Room 128
- School of Music | Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Room 180
- School of Nursing | DeMoss Hall, Room 1286
Enrollment Assistance
Meet with departments that can set you up for success as you transition to Liberty!
IT HelpDesk – IT will be able to assist you with your technology questions, as well as remotely connect to your computer should you need troubleshooting. Please visit the ConnectLU website for helpful tutorials, as well as IT’s hours and chat availability.
Financial Aid, Military Affairs, and Student Accounts – For information regarding your student account, payments or payment plans, and Financial Check-In (FCI), please contact the Student Accounts. For information regarding military affairs, please contact the Military Affairs Office. For information regarding financial aid, including FAFSA, loans, grants, and scholarships, please contact the Financial Aid Office. Visit the Student Financial Services website to connect with Financial Aid, Military Affairs, and Student Accounts.
Registrar – Transfer evaluators are available through virtual Microsoft Teams meetings should you have any questions about the transfer of your credit. Call (434) 592-5100 or email undergradtransfer@liberty.edu and we can set up an appointment time to connect with you via Microsoft Teams. Registration-related questions can be directed to registrar@liberty.edu.
Student Health Records – Liberty University cares about the well-being of its students. To maintain the health of our community, Liberty requires students to be immunized according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Immunizations and medical history must be documented through your Student Health Form. To find the Student Health Form, log into your ASIST account, click “Student”, select “Student Health Form”, complete the Immunizations, Medical History, & TB Questions sections. Please review all of the instructions for the Student Health Form before filling it out. After you have your immunization records verified, please upload them to the Student Health Form for approval. There is a documents tab that you can use to upload your document as only one file. Please note that our office must be able to authenticate the origin of your immunization documentation in order for your records to be approved. For more information, please visit the Student Health Records website.
College Success Coaching – Your College Success Coach can talk through your career and academic goals and ensure your class schedule is ready to go!
Connections
Check your Liberty email daily so you are up-to-date on all the important information. You should also connect with your College Success Coach who is there to help you make a smooth transition.
Helpful Tips
As you prepare for the spring, there are a variety of things you can do now that will set you up for success!
- Install Microsoft Office
- Set up your Liberty email
- Bookmark Email.Liberty.edu for Office 365
- Check out computers and software for classes through the IT Marketplace
- Get your Flames Pass
- Decide on a meal plan
- Start your packing list
- Pre-order textbooks through our Barnes & Noble bookstore
International Student Orientation
The International Student Center plans events to welcome the new international student to Liberty University. Additionally, student ambassadors will assist you as you move into your on-campus housing. For more information, visit the International Student Orientation website.
Coming to Liberty for the First Time?
- Find accommodations in the Lynchburg Area
- Set up a shuttle from Airport, Bus Stop, or Train Station
- Get to know the City of Lynchburg