Welcome to Harding!
Aug.14-16, 2025
Stampede is Harding’s new student orientation and welcome weekend designed to help new students settle into college life, connect with peers and become familiar with all the campus has to offer.
Registration begins in Aug. 16 at 10 a.m. in the Benson Auditorium lobby, and the weekend kicks off at 1 p.m.
Throughout the weekend, students will meet fellow classmates, walk through their class schedules, find chapel seats, set up their laundry app and hear from important offices and programs that support student success. There will also be helpful info on campus traditions and opportunities like social clubs.
Each day is thoughtfully balanced with time to explore, rest or connect with others, so students are encouraged to attend each session to get the most from their experience. Evenings are packed with fun, including inflatables, a silent disco and a longtime Harding favorite — the Saturday night hypnotist.
Please note: Stampede is a student-only experience. We ask that parents say their goodbyes prior to the 1 p.m. kickoff on Thursday.
Stampede concludes Saturday night, giving students all day Sunday to relax and get ready for their first day of classes on Monday.
We can’t wait to welcome you to campus and help you launch your Harding journey with confidence and excitement!
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