K-State Kickoff

Prior to the start of classes all new Wildcats are invited to connect with the incoming class, attend social events, learn K-State traditions, and build a strong foundation to have a successful kickoff to your time as a Wildcat!

What to Expect

  • K-State Kickoff, is your way to jump start your semester prior to the start of class
  • K-State Kickoff will start the evening of Thursday, August 21, 2025

Schedule

Date Event Time Location
Thursday, Aug. 21 K-State Kickoff 7 pm Anderson Lawn
Friday, Aug. 22 Academic College Welcome 9:30 am Various by College
Walk your class schedule 1:30 pm Waters Quad
Academic Resources Fair 1:30 pm Hale 181
Tips and Twix with Pre-Health and Pre-Law 1:30 pm Kramer Dining Center
K-State First Semester Start Up 4 pm Student Union Ballroom
Transfer Student Social 5:30 pm Bosco Plaza Lawn
Late Night at the Union 7 pm Student Union
Saturday, Aug. 23 Irish Gameday Bash: 'Cats Watch Party 11 am Student Union
2025 Class Photo 4 pm Memorial Stadium
Pancake Feed 9 pm Memorial Stadium
Purple Pursuit 9:30 pm Alumni Center
Sunday, Aug. 24 New Student Convocation 5 pm Bramlage Coliseum
See full schedule on OrgCentral