Office of Student Engagement

This is a GREAT way to get involved on campus! Apply before it is too late.

We are looking for more members for the 2024-2025 school year! ✨

Whether you are a first year student or finishing up your last year in college, this is your chance to get involved with one of the biggest student organizations on campus!

There are 6 Programming Board positions and 24 Student Senate positions available.

Hastings College needs student representatives to help plan some amazing events and advocate for student needs. Apply today!

🔗 LINKS IN BIO!

SAVE THE DATE 🗓

We have rented out the entire Pastime Lanes bowling alley for a private Bowling Night just for Hastings College students on Monday, August 19th from 7:30-10:30 PM!

Let the countdown to college begin! 🐴📕 First year Broncos will move in on Saturday, August 10th from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM.

Learn more about returning student and early move in dates below!

🔗 www.hastings.edu/admissions/visit-hastings/welcome-home

GET READY FOR MOVE IN! 🙌

Students who live on campus will be welcomed to campus by a team: the Community Living Coordinator (CLC: the adult that lives in each residence hall), Residence Assistants (RA: the trained student staff here to support you), and members of the Student Engagement team will be on hand and ready to help you move in!

For those of you commuting, there will be opportunities to come to campus and meet with staff who will guide you into the campus community! IT and Campus Safety staff are working to create your student ID and get your keys ready! (Get your photo turned in through your admissions portal if you haven’t already!)

🔺First Year Student Move In: August 10th
🔺Returning Student Move In: August 12th-August 14th

SAVE THE DATE 🗓

The annual International Flag Raising Ceremony is where we celebrate and raise our new and returning international student’s national flags. 🌎

📍 Steinhart Plaza
🗓 Wednesday, August 21st
⏰ 1:30 – 2:30pm

Welcome Home will take place from August 10th-24th! 🎉

These two weeks feature multiple activities each day for students to enjoy. There will also be important meetings and events that are required of First Year students.

Full schedule coming next month!

Mark your calendars! 🗓️

You do not want to miss some of your favorite programming weeks and events this year.

Check them out and more on the HC Student Experience Calendar!

There are a lot of exciting updates and changes happening to our residence halls and Bronco Village Apartments this summer and in the future! 🏠 We can’t wait to see you on campus this fall.

🔺First Year Student Move In: August 10th

🔺Returning Student Move In: August 12th-August 14th

Follow along for Student Association specific things!

WELCOME TO OUR NEW PAGE! 🎉

This is the official page for the Student Association at Hastings College. We represent the student population through our Executive Cabinet, Programming Board and Senate.

Follow along to learn what projects we are working on, upcoming events and activities, about our members, how to join the organization and more!

📲 We are on Facebook and Instagram.
❌ This is the only active account. Ignore all others.

Summer vibes are in full swing! ☀️ We’re missing our students on campus but are wishing everyone a fantastic break!

Happy Destress Fest! ☕️🤩

Baristas of Hastings Coffee Trailer will be set up behind the Daugherty Student Engagement Center from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM TODAY!

All students, faculty and staff can stop by and get a drink throughout the day.

The first 100 students will get one for FREE! Simply show your ID and enjoy.

May Fete sure was ENCHANTED! 🍄🦋🌳 We hope everyone enjoyed dancing the night away and all of the food and activities.

Huge shoutout to the Student Association for putting together this incredible event.

❗️IMPORTANT HOUSING INFORMATION ❗️

It’s almost checkout time for many of you - here’s another reminder of what you need to do to ensure a smooth checkout. If you have any questions, please speak with your RA, CLC, Sophia McDermott (Dean of Student Engagement) or the housing office.

The deadline to schedule a check-out time is TODAY! (May 14, 2024)

Check your email inbox and swipe through to learn more!

TONIGHT @ 6:00 PM!

Get outdoors, take a break from studying and play with your friends. Intramurals will have a variety of your favorite yard games including, but not limited to, corn hole, ladder toss, and life size pong.

The event was moved up due to expected weather tomorrow.

All are welcome to come and go as you are able. 🏀🏐

Happy Destress Fest Broncos! 🐴

Stop by our events today to get one of these limited edition tshirts!

🍪Cookies and Co****le with the President

🎬 Food Truck Night & Movie on the Lawn

TONIGHT: Escape Box Competition! 🔐

Trapped Downtown, a local escape room business, will be on campus with their mobile escape game boxes! Create a team of four, race to solve the puzzle, and compete to win!

Sign up to reserve your spot for a FREE chance to escape below!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mMNvK0cZEK_wbx5o1uGFTzZu0LAeTO0nhliM3FPxmos/edit?usp=sharing

MOVING OUT? 📦🏠

Crimson Cupboard and Re-Store have bins set up for you to place your donations in as you move out of your residence hall.

Re-Store is accepting CLEAN, gently used clothing and household items in working order. Crimson Cupboard is accepting non-perishable and NOT EXPIRED food items. All other items should be discarded or recycled.

Bins will be out until Tuesday, May 14th. Extra dumpsters will be on campus May 13th-May 20th.

Take a break from studying and get a boost of energy!

Our Student Activities Coordinator will be set up in the lobby of the Morrison-Reeves Science Center handing out a variety of drinks from your favorite energy drink brands and local business Lemon & Co.

🗓 Monday, May 13th
⏰ 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
📍Morrison-Reeves Lobby

MAY FETE IS TONIGHT! 🎉 Read below for important reminders.

🎟️ If you did not pick up your ticket, your last chance is from 12:00-1:00 PM today at the Campus Connect Desk in HSU. We will also have a list of names at the door if you were unable to get yours in advance. Having tickets makes the check-in process go significantly faster, but we have a printed list as back up.

❗️ If you did not RSVP in advance, we have hit our max and we are out of space!

⏰ Doors will open at 6:30 PM. Awards will be announced around 8:00 PM.

🚌 The shuttle will leave from behind the Daugherty Center at 6:40 PM to go to the event. The first ride back to campus will be at 10:00 PM.

📍 May Fete is located at the Adams County Fairgrounds- West End. (this is a different space than last year) Once you exit, you cannot get back in.

Miss Daisy invites you to bring your furry friends (on a leash) and enjoy an outdoor picnic with us. 🌭 🍔We will be grilling up hot dogs and hamburgers to enjoy.

This event is B.Y.O.Blanket and you are responsible for cleaning up and watching after your pet. All pets must be kept in the grass and not go on the deck near the food or enter the Hazelrigg Student Union.

MEET YOUR 2024 MAY FETE COURT ✨

Turner Griffin, a biology and theatre major from Grand Island, NE is a member of Alpha Psi Omega, Model United Nations, Bronco Marching Band, and Hastings College Choir.

Ikeah Cuff, an exercise science and sports psychology major with a minor in strength and conditioning from Detroit, MI is a member of the track and field team, Black Student Union, and Student Association. She is also a Student Athletic Trainer on campus.

Rhys Maxey, a studio art and business administration major from Kersey, CO is a member of the track and field team and was named an all-conference athlete.

Jonah Reed, a secondary science education major from Firth, NE is a member of the esports and shotgun sports teams and the Hastings College band. He is also the president of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

Brooke Jorgenson, a studio and digital art major with minors in education and psychology from Orleans, NE is involved with art and theater. She is a member of Alpha Psi Omega, Alpha Chi, Kappa Pi, and Honors Program. She is also a Resident Assistant.

Sofia Gomez-Garcia, an exercise science major with a minor in sociology from Columbus, NE is a member of the women’s soccer team, Association of Student Athletes, Food 4 Thought, and HC Sports Performance.

Trystan Soby, an exercise science and community health and wellness major from Omaha, NE is a member of the football team and HC Sports Performance.

Owen DeBoer, a physics major from Omaha, NE is a member of the esports team, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Hastings College band.

Lindsey Pratt, an elementary and special education major from Denver, CO is involved with theater and is a member of Alpha Psi Omega and Alpha Chi.

Not Pictured: Kiara Anderson, a sociology major from Mesa, AZ is a member of the track and field team.

Important events happening THIS Wednesday in HSU!

April is Sexual Assault and Sexual Awareness Month. This is an annual campaign to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence.

Our friends at enCourage Advocacy Center will be on campus on May 1st hosting two events free to students, faculty and staff!

🔹 GREEN DOT TRAINING @ 11:30-12:30 PM
Answer this question and learn how to become an effective bystander through the Green Dot violence prevention program. Green Dot helps you identify the warning signs of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse before an incident may happen–and how to step in, using effective techniques that account for your comfort level and personality.

🔹 INFORMATIONAL TABLING @ 11:00-1:00 PM
Meet with staff from the enCourage Advocacy Center, gather information on sexual assault prevention, learn how to support survivors, and more!
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TONIGHT! Free bowling at Pastime Lanes 🎳

The Student Association is hosting a free Bowling Night at Pastime Lanes TONIGHT- April 29th! The entire bowling alley will be rented out for Hastings College students from 7:30-10:30 PM!

Shoe rentals and games will be paid for. Snacks must be purchased on your own.

Bowling lanes should be maxed out with students. If you see a lane with just 1-3 students, ask to join their lane so more people can go at once! Please carpool, no shuttle is available.

📍 1400 W 18th St, Hastings, NE 68901

❕ IMPORTANT: View the following maps to see where Bronco Bash festivities will take place and read important parking information! ❕

Due to the food truck lines and increase in foot traffic, all cars must be removed by Friday at 8:00 PM! No cars may enter or exit the barricaded areas until the event is over on Saturday.

All crowds for the volleyball tournament must sit in the provided bleachers or in the grass on the north east side of the sand pit. The new basketball and pickleball courts should be free for people to use.

Grounds may be wet due to the rain we've experienced. Please plan ahead with your blankets and chairs and accordingly with your shoes and apparel. All activities will take place regardless of any potential very light rain. If conditions worsen, inflatables will have to be taken down. Follow this account and your emails for updates!

❓QUESTIONS ABOUT VOLLEYBALL: Message Matthew Hernandez

❓QUESTIONS ABOUT OTHER ACTIVITIES: Message Mikayla Dyell

Visit our friends from Tropical Sno at Bronco Bash! 🍧😋

They will be set up behind the Scott Studio Theater starting at 12:00 PM. The first 300 students will get a free snow cone- no ticket needed! After we hit the limit, you may purchase as much as you want.

All other food trucks require a meal ticket.

Hastings College is bringing you two weeks full of free food and events to help you relax during finals. Get excited for Destress Fest- Spring 2024 edition!

Events will take place May 3rd-May 16th. Full schedule coming next week!

Last night the Student Association swore in their new Executive Cabinet, Programming Board and Senators. Congratulations! We can’t wait to see what you do next year.

EXECUTIVE CABINET: Alyssa Baker, Paige Willcoxon, Jenna Sterling, Andrew Heckman, Ed Palotto

PROGRAMMING BOARD: Cailey Hanson, Sara McCarraher, Lauren Stull, Diashanell Rhiney, Ava Boldt, Juana Lucas, Kyla Humphreys, Anya Myers, Marissa Ruiz, Lucy Reid, Story Talbert, Catie Reed, Makenna Marez, Tori Vondra, Venn Wood, Victoria Harris, T’Nae Young, Taylor Dunbar, Abby Harvenson

SENATORS: Carrie Brosman, Annalise Doorlag, Langley Riha, Michaela Fox, Jordan Dailey, Brianna Narick, Connor Riley, Hailey Gifford, Levi West

Applications for any vacant positions will open up in the fall!

GET READY FOR BRONCO BASH! 🎉

The event will take place, tomorrow, Saturday, April 27th starting at 10:30 AM between HSU and Altman Lawn. Festivities will last till 5:00 PM. Learn more below!

❗️The interior parking lots and driveway between the Chapel and HSU will be closed for this event. All vehicles must be removed from these parking lots and roadways prior to 8:00 PM tonight, Friday, April 26th so that preparations can begin. Alternate parking spaces are available in the Weyer Hall/Fuhr Hall parking lots, Morrison Reeves/Daugherty Center interior parking lots, and at the Lynn Farrell Arena.

🏐 The Volleyball Tournament will be a double elimination and start at 10:30 AM. Teams that signed up in advance will receive a bracket today. All spectators should gather on the north east side of the sand volleyball court and NOT on the basketball courts. We have provided bleachers this year to sit on! Reminder: play safe, be kind and have fun.

🎟️ We have three delicious food trucks this year! The first 300 servings are free at Tropical Sno- no ticket required. We will be handing out tickets for 200 meals at both Susy's Tacos and KennaBell's BBQ. You must get a ticket at the Check In Table in order to receive one of the meals. The dining hall will also have normal hours.

🍽️ There will be tables and chairs in the Bronc parking lot and picnic tables throughout the event site for you to sit and enjoy your food. Please pick up after yourself and utilize the multiple trash cans that are provided.

🏀 A variety of yard games will be set up on Altman Lawn and the new basketball courts. Have fun, be respectful of the items and return them after you use them!

🏰 There will be two inflatables starting at 11:00 AM on Altman Lawn! To go on the Wipeout Course or the 75 foot Obstacle Course, you must sign a waiver that Dr. Sophia McDermott will have. These will be up until 5:00 PM.

👕 Scott Scholar students will be handing out limited edition t-shirts at the Check In Table! Visit the tent to view the special Bronco Bash design.

Check your email and follow along on our Instagram story for more information and any updates!