Connections 2026 Activities

On Wednesday-Friday (26-28), the Aggie Shuttle will be running special routes to help you get to and from class.

  • 8:00-9:30am | 11:00-2:00pm | 3:30-5:00pm
  • Campus Loop, Stadium/8th East Express

Connections Students
Certain events are exclusively for connections students. These events are marked with an * symbol.

Tuesday, August 25

People walking around the Welcome Fair
People walking around the Welcome Fair

Check-in* & Welcome Fair

10am-3pm | TSC 2nd Floor

Check-In for Connections, pick up materials, and visit the welcome fair to meet resources and prepare for the semester!

2 people at a table comparing notes on their phones
2 people at a table comparing notes on their phones

Passport

10am-5pm

Get to know USU with an exploration across campus. Earn points, win prizes, and make friends!

a group of girls sitting on the grass at the quad watching a movie on a large screen
a group of girls sitting on the grass at the quad watching a movie on a large screen

Movie on the Quad

8pm-10pm | USU Quad

Kick off your Connections experience with a movie, popcorn, friendship bracelets, and new friends!

Wednesday, August 26

“Instructor speaking to a group of students seated at desks in a bright classroom with notes and diagrams on a whiteboard.
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

In-Class*

9am-4pm

Girl making chalk art on the sidewalk with a group of students
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

Chalk the Walk*

3-4pm

Connections students only

a group of boys and girls smile and wave at each other as they walk the streets of downtown logan
a group of boys and girls smile and wave at each other as they walk the streets of downtown logan

Explore Downtown

5pm-9pm | Downtown Logan | Explore Downtown Map

Explore downtown and win free items, receive discounts, food, and more. Enjoy a Historic Courthouse Concert from 7 - 9pm. If you are coming from on-campus, you can get to Downtown by taking the green loop on the Connect Bus.

Thursday, August 27

female instructor leading a discussion with a small group of students around a white board
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

In-Class*

9am-4pm

a group of four boys enjoying cups of ice cream on the quad. They are all smiling at the camera
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

Ice Cream*

3:30-4pm

Connections students only

magician and comedian Tim Gabrielson
magician and comedian Tim Gabrielson

Comedian Magician Tim Gabrielson

7pm-8:30pm | Daines Concert Hall

Tim Gabrielson will inspire you with his words, entertain you with his breathtaking comedy and magic, and show you how to make small choices of, creating positive change, that will influencing attendees to modify thought patterns resulting in greater enthusiasm and improved productivity!

Friday, August 28

Students sitting around a classroom table engaged in group work, reviewing papers and taking notes.
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

In-Class*

9am-4pm

Four students standing indoors, smiling and looking at a smartphone held by one of them. They wear casual clothes, including shirts with Utah State University logos, and appear engaged in a friendly conversation.
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

Aggie Trivia*

2:30-3pm

Connections students only

a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night
a girl studying on her laptop inside the library at night

Library After Hours Event

5:30pm-7:30pm | Merrill-Cazier Library

Ever wonder what a university library is like after the doors close for the night? Come to our exclusive After Hours Event and find out! Play laser tag, test out our virtual reality, and explore all levels of the library. Stop by on your way to the Luminary for free pizza, a soda bar, games, and amazing raffle prizes including a computer, electric scooter and more!

Designated quiet spaces will be available throughout this event.

students hold up Luminary Lanterns glowing bright in the dark
students hold up Luminary Lanterns glowing bright in the dark

USU Luminary

8pm-10pm | Dee Glen Smith Spectrum

Required for Connections students. Please walk to the Spectrum or park in the Spectrum lot (open for this event only).

Open to the public; Friends and family are welcome!

7-Week students are invited to attend the Luminary as well!

four USU football fans cheering close up
four USU football fans cheering close up

Midnight Yell w/ the HURD

10:30pm | Dee Glen Smith Spectrum

All freshman Aggies, welcome to The HURD! Join us at 10:30 PM in the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum first freshman athletic experience on campus. Learn the cheers and chants of the HURD, and win prizes, all with a live DJ. See you there and Go Aggies!

Saturday, August 29

a group of aggies stand outside and make the aggie hand gesture for the camera
a group of aggies stand outside and make the aggie hand gesture for the camera

Aggie Family Block Party & Broadcast

12-2pm | TSC Fountain Patio

Fraternity & Sorority Life will be teaming up with Aggie Radio to host an Aggie Family Block Party & Broadcast. There will be hotdogs, treats, and other refreshments, along with live music and a live broadcast from Aggie Radio.
A group of college boys playing volley on USU campus outside
A group of college boys playing volley on USU campus outside

Aggie RecFest

7pm-11pm | Aggie Rec Centers: ARC, ALFs

Be a part of the RecFest and enjoy the carnival-style event with inflatable activities, lawn games, bubble soccer, a photobooth, giveaways, free drinks, and so much more!