Winter Get Connected Event Descriptions
We encourage students and parents to look over these events to better understand what they can expect during Orientation.
- Morningside Breakfast
- Morningside
- New Student BBQ
- Parent Connections
- Parents’ Day Luau
- Parking Permits
- Service Project/Lunch
- Spirit of Ricks Showcase
- Student Administrative Services
- Talk About
- Transfer Student Connections
- Welcome Week Dance
- Academic Advising Connections
- Bookstore Textbook Pickup
- BYU-Idaho Welcome
- Campus Tours
- Cultural Student Connections
- Housing Complex Check-Ins
- I-Card Distribution
- I-Night Extravaganza
- Info Fair
- International Student Connections
- Local Student Connections
- Lunch/Dining Options
- Married Student Connections
- Meal Plans & Dining Dollars
Academic Connections
Gain an understanding of the academic advising process at BYUI and how this resource will assist you in planning your path to graduation.
Bookstore Textbook Pickup
Purchase your textbooks from the University Bookstore. Photo ID and I-Number (student ID number) is required. Textbooks can also be reserved and purchased in advance online and pre-packaged for pick up. See www.byui.edu/bookstore for more information.
BYU-Idaho Welcome
New students and parents are strongly encouraged to be in attendance at this session with President & Sister Clark. Two special video segments will also be featured including one with President Eyring and President Hinckley. Back to Top
I-Mazing Race (Campus Tours)
Embark on a the "I-Mazing Race" with your I-Team. Groups will be eligible to win prizes and the top winning groups will win a pizza party! As part of the I-Mazing Race you will discover important campus resources! Don’t forget to bring your class schedule with you so you can locate the buildings you will have class in during the race.
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Cultural Student Connections
New students from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged to attend this session.
Housing Complex Move-ins
Move into your on-campus or off-campus housing complex beginning at 8 a.m. Back to Top
I-Card Distribution
Pick up your I-Card (student ID) today or later next week. Be sure to dress appropriately and bring photo ID and your I-Number with you. Students who are not dressed appropriately will be asked to return home and change. Visit the Student Honor Web site for more information on dress and grooming standards. Visit the I-Card Web site for additional information on I-Cards.
I-Night Extravaganza
Start it off right...party at I-Night. Get in on the fun and excitement at BYUI’s biggest back to school bash held at the start of each semester. Back to Top
I-Night includes:
- Rides
- Inflatable games
- Comedy
- Dating games
- Roller skating
- Bowling
- Karaoke
- Discounted food prices
- And much more!
Only $5.00. For a complete listing of event attractions and venues see the I-Night Homepage. You may purchase your tickets at the door or in advance by calling 1.800.717.4257 or online at www.byui.edu/Tickets.
Info Fair
Come as you want open fair for Get Connectedregistration, student services, involvement options, banking services and more.
International Student Connections
International students are expected to be in attendance at this session. If unable to attend, please make arrangements with the International Student Advisor by sending an e-mail to international@byui.edu.
Lunch/Dining Options
| Cafe Kimball | Closed |
| Galley | Open |
| Jolynn’s | Closed |
| Nordic | Closed |
| Tomassito’s | Open |
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Married Student Connections
Married students new to BYUI are encouraged to attend the Married Student Orientation session.
Meal Plans & Dining Dollars
Purchase Food Services meal plans and dining dollars in person or sign up online. See www.byui.edu/foodservices for more information. Back to Top
Morningside Breakfast
Enjoy the free Morningside breakfast with your I-Team and participate in a group discussion prior to the Morningside with President & Sister Clark. Don’t forget to bring your scriptures as well as paper and pen so you can take notes during Morningside.
Morningside
Attend the Morningside with your I-Team and be prepared to be taught by the spirit. Be sure to bring your scriptures and pen and paper with you to this session.
Get Connected Registration
New students who have not yet registered for Get Connectedmay do so at this time, the cost is free.
New Student BBQ
Meet your I-Team, a grouping of new students led by two peer mentors, and kick-off your BYUI experience with food, music, games, discussion, prizes and fun. This event is similar to other studentnew student events held across the country and is designed to help you meet new people and make friends on your first day at BYU-Idaho.
Local Student Connections
Local students living at home and commuting to BYU-Idaho are invited to participate in this session as well as students from Madison, Jefferson, Fremont, Teton, and Bonneville counties..Back to Top
Parents’ Day Luau
New students and families are invited to enjoy a Polynesian luau featuring food, music, entertainment and crowd favorite – Samoan fire dancing. This event has traditionally sold out so plan ahead and order your tickets in advance by calling 1-800-717-4257 or online at www.byui.edu/Tickets.
Cost is $17 per person when purchased in advance or $19 at the door if tickets are still available. Each person attending must have a ticket. Tickets are non-refundable. Seating is first-come, first-seated. Patrons arriving 30 minutes ore more late should not expect food lines to be open or group seating to be available. Back to Top
Parent Connections
Parents will have the opportunity to hear a special message from President & Sister Clark as well as have the opportunity to participate in a question and answer session.
Parking Permits
Obtain a parking permit for on-campus parking at Parking Services. See www.byui.edu/ParkingServices for more information. Back to Top
Service Project/Lunch
Catch the spirit of service and help make a difference in the lives of others by participating in an LDS Humanitarian service project. A free lunch is also included.
Spirit of Ricks Showcase
The Spirit of Ricks Showcase is a one hour multimedia musical production that hightlights the Spirit of Ricks on the BYU-Idaho Campus.
All students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University are invited to view this performance. Admission is free.
- Date: Tuesday, September 11, 2007
- Time: 11:20-12:30
- Location: Hart Auditorium
Student Administrative Services
Take care of student administrative needs in the Kimball Building. Offices of interest include: Academic Administration, Admissions & Scholarships, Career & Academic Advising, Cashiers and Ticket Office, Dean of Students, Financial Aid, Honor Code Office, Housing, International Students, Internships & Career Services, Parking Services, Public Relations, Registrar’s Office, Student Employment and University Police. Back to Top
Talk About
Learn about important campus safety/security and wellness issues.
Transfer Student Connections
Transfer students are encouraged to attend this session. Back to Top
Welcome Week Dance
Come with your I-Team, roommates and friends and shake it up at the Welcome Week Dance. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Cost is $2.00 or free with participation at Talk About..
