UMSL New Student Programs

October 16, 2026 - 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM S’mores & Games - Millennium Student Center, Lower Level, Back Patio/Lawn. Join us for an evening with yard games, music, and s’mores. We look forward to having you all join us with our current students, family members, and friends.

🔱❤️ What an incredible !
This week, we officially welcomed our newest Tritons to the University of Missouri-Saint Louis through a full lineup of events designed to build community, connection, and belonging from day one.
From Global Welcome, Honors Orientation, UMSL Student Legacy Pinning Ceremony, and Move-In Days to New Student Convocation, students began their UMSL journey surrounded by support, excitement, and Triton pride.
The celebration continued with: 🎬 Outdoor Movie Night
🏙️ St. Louis Excursions showcasing all our region has to offer
🎉 Welcome Bash filled with food, fun, and new friendships
🤝 Opportunities to connect with faculty, staff, student leaders, and fellow classmates
Every event reflected what makes UMSL special: a welcoming community committed to student success and helping every student feel at home.
A huge thank you to our faculty, staff, student leaders, alumni, families, and community partners who made this week such a success. Your dedication created an unforgettable start for our newest students.
Welcome to the Triton family, New Tritons. We can't wait to see the impact you'll make! 🔱❤️

🌆 Fun STL Friday 🌆

Here is Jessica Chern sharing one of her favorite places in STL! ❤️
“If you enjoy being outdoors, I recommend visiting Forest Park, Art Hill, and the Missouri Botanical Garden!”

📸 Throwback Thursday 📸
Here is Brianna Duncanson with one of her favorite UMSL memories! ❤️
“My favorite UMSL memory was waking up early one morning to see the campus covered in snow. It was such a peaceful and beautiful moment.”

✨ Wise Words Wednesday ✨
Here are some wise words from Asia Cooper! ❤️
“Go to events! It’s the best and fastest way to meet new people, and the events are usually really fun.”

Meet OL Aria John from Nassau, Bahamas and her favorite part about being a triton
“My favorite part about being a Triton is being part of a supportive community where everyone is working toward something bigger. UMSL feels like a place where I can grow and stay focused on my future goals.”

Meredith Stroud - “My plans after graduation is to work as a 7th Grade ELA/Social Studies teacher at the Academy of Innovation at Remington.”

Meredith Stroud-"My advice for incoming first-year students ​is to make the most of your time here! It will go by so fast, so apply for that job, join that club, and talk to that person in your class. Looking back, you'll be so glad you did!

🔱Happy Graduation UMSL Students! 🔱
New Student Programs & Campus Visits is celebrating the graduation of our student leaders who have made an impact transforming lives & passing along advice to Future Tritons!​