Students walking on ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus

Downtown Phoenix

Sun Devil Day agenda and sessions

Welcome to ASU!


We’re so glad you’re here and excited to welcome you to ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus. Sun Devil Day at DPC puts you in the middle of a dynamic, professional setting where classrooms connect directly to the city around you. Explore campus, attend the sessions that matter most to you, and picture yourself learning in the heart of Phoenix. Questions along the way? Our staff is always happy to help.

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Downtown Phoenix campus Agenda and Sessions

*Agenda and Sessions are subject to change* 
Please refresh this page throughout the day for the most up to date version. 

Session name Time Location Who should attend?
Check-in and resource fair

Explore ASU resources and campus partners, excited to meet future Sun Devils!

- Beus Center for Law Society, Courtyard
All
Sun Devil Day Welcome

An overview of the day and an introduction to ASU.

- Beus Center for Law and Society, Great Hall
All
Student Experience Forum

Learn what it’s like to live as a Sun Devil!

- Beus Center for Law and Society, Great Hall
All
Campus Tour

Student led campus tour highlighting the Downtown student experience

- Leaves from Beus Center for Law and Society
All
Academic Session

Choose and academic session, learn details regarding the programs available downtown

- Varies, see below in maroon
You get to choose
ASU admission, next steps, or financial questions?

Chat with Admissions Services

- Future Sun Devil Welcome Center (BCLS 170)
Optional
Optional: Lunch

Enjoy a complimentary lunch before or after your optional housing tour. Pick up a dining card from your ASU admissions representative

- Gordon Commons Dining Hall
Optional
Optional: Housing Tours

Student-led Gordon Commons room and facility tour. Small groups leave every 15 minutes.

- Gordon Commons Residential Hall
Optional
Optional: Barrett, The Honors College Information Session

Want to know how an honors college can enhance your ASU experience? Learn more about one of the highest-ranked honors colleges in the nation, including the honors curriculum, unique honors-only opportunities, and the admission process (or next steps for admitted Barrett students).

- Arizona Center 325
Optional

Academic sessions

11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Academic sessions range from 30 minutes to one hour. Optional afternoon sessions are scheduled to accommodate either dismissal time and allow flexibility after your session ends.

Session title Location
College of Health Solutions: Launch Your Health and Medical Career

Take the first step toward your future in health and medicine with programs designed to get you career ready. From sports science and performance programming to nutrition, medical studies, exercise & wellness and more, you’ll gain real world experiences and connections that set you apart for careers such as physical therapist, doctor, health coach or strength and conditioning specialist. Learn how the College of Health Solutions equips you with the skills to succeed in medical school, graduate programs and across the health industry.

Presented by: The College of Health Solutions

University Center 286
Global Management and International Trends

The Thunderbird School of Management’s program positions you for success as a global professional, ready to adapt and thrive in a dynamic world. With interactive curricular experience based in practice and discussion that deepens the understanding of global management and international political economy, in addition to instilling Thunderbird’s global digital mindset, our programs prepare you for global careers in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Attend a season to learn more about how to start your global career.

Presented by: Thunderbird School of Global Management

Thunderbird 253
Integrative Sciences and Arts at CISA

Learn about our degrees that emphasize applied, hands-on learning to make our students career ready. At the Downtown Phoenix campus pursue a communication degree to set yourself up for success for law school or a variety of careers where communication is key. With interdisciplinary studies, combine two concentrations to create a degree all on your own, making your passion into your profession. Explore internships in Phoenix’s hub for business, media, government, healthcare, culture and the arts.

Presented by: College of Integrative Sciences and Arts

University Center 273
Media and Mass Communications

Get the skills you need to become a reporter, podcaster, marketer, social media manager, PR pro, influencer, corporate communicator and more! The Cronkite School’s world renowned hands-on programs let you pursue your passion and prepare you for your dream job.

Presented by: The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication

Cronkite Lobby
Nursing and Health Innovation

At the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, we’re focused on improving health care and health outcomes. Learn about our degree programs, nursing admission requirements, student experience and how we take an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students for the next generation of health care careers.

Presented by: The Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation

Health North 110
Passion into Purpose: Building a Career That Serves the Public Good

Explore how you can turn your passion for helping others into a meaningful and impactful career. This session highlights diverse academic pathways including pre-law, public service and public policy, non profit leadership, parks, recreation and sport management, social work, criminology and criminal justice, sport management and tourism that prepare you to lead change in your community and beyond. Learn how students, faculty and staff work together to create real solutions to today’s most pressing challenges through hands-on learning, community engagement and a shared commitment to public good.

Presented by: The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions

University Center 234
Popular Music and Fashion

The Herberger Institute offers popular music and fashion degree programs at the downtown Phoenix campus in the state of the art facility, Fusion on First. The session will cover admissions, important next steps, and a tour of the First on Fusion building.

Presented by: The Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts

Fusion on First Lobby