Welcome Weekend 2025 info for students
DSU Move-In | New Student Orientation Information
Our team and campus partners are excited to welcome you to Dakota State University as you begin your journey in Madison! Our new Trojans will move in Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 and we welcome our returning students throughout the weekend. Updates will be posted online and students will receive additional details regarding move-in throughout the summer.
Move-In Day 2025
This year’s move-in will take place over a three-day period starting on Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24. New students will be able to move into the halls from 8:00am to 12:00pm on Friday, August 22. Returning students will be able to move into the halls starting at 8:00am on Saturday, August 23.
What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind)
New students arrive at the Office of Residence Life located at Courtyard Hall between 8 a.m. to noon to receive their room key, directions to their residence hall, and other information. From there new students will go to their residence hall where volunteers will help students unload their vehicles and carry items to their rooms.
The Courtyard Hall address is:
Courtyard Hall
Dakota State University
917 Washington Ave. N.
Madison, SD 57042
If you have any questions, please contact Residence Life at (605) 256-5146 or by email at residencelife@dsu.edu.
Returning students should arrive at the Office of Residence Life located at Courtyard Hall between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to receive their room key and other information.
Before and after those hours you will check in at your assigned residence hall by calling the Residence Assistant (RA) duty number.
If you have any questions, please contact Residence Life at (605) 256-5146 or by email at residencelife@dsu.edu.
Orientation Weekend Schedule
| When | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | 8th Street Square Open | Residence Village |
| 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | The Queue Open | Trojan Center |
| 8 a.m. - noon | First Year and Transfer Move In | Residence Halls |
| 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | All Offices Open | |
| 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Tablet Distribution | Mundt Library |
| 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Information Station | Trojan Center |
| 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., or 1 p.m. | Sessions for Parents | Learning Engagement Center |
| 10:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. | Transfer Orientation Sessions | Trojan Center Alumni Room |
| 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Campus Grill-Out & Madison Community Information Fair | West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Trojan Zone Stadium Store Open | Beacom PREMIER Complex |
| Noon - 2 p.m. | Campus Tours Available | Meet at Information Station |
| 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | College of Arts & Sciences Welcome Attendance is expected |
Science Center 135 |
| 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Beacom College of Computer & Cyber Sciences Attendance is expected |
Tunheim Classroom Building 203 |
| 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | College of Business & Information Systems Attendance is expected |
East Hall 100 |
| 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | College of Education & Human Performance Attendance is expected |
Kennedy Center Core |
| 2:30 p.m. | All Campus Ice Cream Social Sponsored by Madison Regional Health System |
West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 2:50 p.m. | Family Goodbyes | West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 3 p.m. | Trojan Trek Attendance is Expected |
West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 3:30 p.m. | New Student Welcome: Trojans Start Here Attendance is Expected |
West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 4 p.m. | GO! Time Attendance is Expected |
West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Marketplace Open | Trojan Center Marketplace |
| 7 p.m. | Game Night with Games Club | Trojan Center |
| When | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | Move-In for Returning Students | |
| 9. a.m. | Information Sessions for First-Year & Transfer Students Attendance is expected |
Tunheim Classroom Building 203 |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Information Station | Trojan Center |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | ITS: Tabet Distribution, Student ID, Trojan Silver | Mundt Library |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Trojan Zone Open | Trojan Center |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Residence Life: Housing,Student Mail and Packages | Courtyard |
| Noon - 8 p.m. | Community Center Open | Community Center |
| 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Campus Tours or Class Schedule Tour | Trojan Center Information Station |
| 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Academic Advisors Available | Trojan Center Information Station |
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Trojan Zone Stadium Store Open | Beacom PREMIER Complex |
| Noon - 2 p.m. | Campus Tours Available | Meet at Information Station |
| 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Yard Games with Cru | West Trojan Center Lawn |
| 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Marketplace Open | Trojan Center |
| TBD | SAB Comedian | Tunheim Classroom Building 203 |
| TBD | Karaoke with DSU Live | Trojan Center Underground |
| TBD | Night Nachos | Trojan Center |
| When | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Various | Services at Local Churches | Times Posted in Trojan Center |
| 9. a.m. - 11 a.m. | Cartoons & Cereal | Trojan Center Fireplace Lounge |
| 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Community Center Open | Community Center |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | ITS: Tabet Distribution, Student ID, Trojan Silver | Mundt Library |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Trojan Zone Open | Trojan Center |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Residence Life: Housing,Student Mail and Packages | Courtyard |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Marketplace Open | Trojan Center |
| 2 p.m. | Trojan Olympics for New Students | Trojan Center Fireplace Lounge |
| 4 p.m. | Bingo | Trojan Center Marketplace |
| 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Student Services Fair | Trojanc Center West Hallway |
| 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Marketplace Open | Trojan Center |
| 7 p.m. | Residence Hall Meetings for Students Living On Campus & Hall Socials | Check Residence Halls for Details |
| 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. | C-Store Open | Trojan Center |
Quick Links
Trojan Connect App
Get the Trojan Connect App to access resources directed towards your academic success.
1. Find an install the Navigate360 Student app in your app store.
2. Search for Dakota State University in the app's search bar.
3. Log in using your DSU email and password
MyDSU Portal
Access class schedule, pay your bill, register for parking permit, access ITS and laptop support, review dining options, find academic support and many other services.
Contact Us
Have a question? Call the DSU Office of Admission (605) 256-5139 or email us