Tempe Campus
Sun Devil Day agenda and sessions
Welcome to ASU!
We’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to show you the heart of ASU. Sun Devil Day at Tempe is your chance to explore a vibrant, bustling campus, dive into the sessions that matter most to you, and imagine yourself in the center of it all. If questions come up along the way, don’t hesitate to ask any staff member, we’re here to help make today a great experience.
Have specific questions about ASU admission, next steps, or financial aid? Stop by the Admission Services Help Desk on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Union to connect with our team and schedule a one-on-one appointment with an admission representative.
Tempe 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 | Title | Who should attend? |
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Check-in and Resource Fair
Kick off your Sun Devil Day by checking in and exploring ASU resources. Grab your welcome materials and meet campus partners who are here to support your success at ASU. |
- | Cady Mall, outside Memorial Union
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All |
Sun Devil Day Welcome
Begin Sun Devil Day with a high-energy welcome, an introduction to the Sun Devil community, and a walk-through the day’s schedule. |
- | Arizona Ballroom, Memorial Union
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All |
Campus Tour
Student led campus tour highlighting the Tempe student experience. |
- | Leave from Arizona Ballroom
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All |
Student Experience Session 1
Learn how students get involved, find support and make the most of life at ASU through a variety of sessions. Families are welcome to attend sessions together or split up to explore topics of interest. |
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Varies, see below in gold
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You get to choose |
Student Experience Session 2
Learn how students get involved, find support and make the most of life at ASU through a variety of sessions. Families are welcome to attend sessions together or split up to explore topics of interest. |
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Varies, see below in gold
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You get to choose |
Academic Session
Attend a session with your academic college of interest to learn more about majors and programs at ASU. Session length may vary from 30 minutes to one hour, depending on the college. |
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Varies, see below in maroon
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Student choice based off your academic interest |
Optional: Barrett, The Honors College Residential Community Tour
Take a closer look at the Barrett Residential Community and learn more about the honors experience at ASU. Tours will run twice, once at 12:30PM and again at 1:00PM. You only need to attend one of the sessions. |
, | Barrett Residential Complex
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Optional |
Optional: Housing Tours
Take a guided tour of one of our three major on-campus residential halls. Guests will walk independently to their selected hall. Tours depart in small groups every 15 minutes. Residence halls are grouped by academic college: Tooker House – Engineering majors Hassayampa Academic Village – Business majors Manzanita Hall – The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences For students in all other majors, we recommend visiting Tooker House, as it offers a layout and design similar to many of our other residential communities. |
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Varies, see Tempe Housing Map
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Optional |
Optional: Additional Academic Session
Some colleges will host additional sessions to show off their spaces and offer more opportunities to connect with a college representative. Stop by the Admissions Help Desk to find out which colleges are hosting sessions. |
Varies, see Admission Services Help Desk, 2nd Floor Memorial Union
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Optional | |
Optional: Dreamscape Education & Entertainment Experience
In this experience, you and your fellow travelers will be transported to fantastic new realms that immerse you in every sense. Feel the ground tremble beneath your feet, reach out and touch the wonders that surround you in this free-roaming, virtual reality adventure. This experience will run twice, once at 2:00PM and again at 3:00PM. You only need to attend one of the timeframes. |
, | Dreamscape Learn- Creativity Commons (2nd Floor, Room 212)
Register
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Student experience sessions
10:45 - 11:05 a.m. and 11:15 - 11:35 a.m.
All sessions are offered at both times. Select one session per time block.
| Session title | Location |
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ASU Roadmap: A guide for Admitted and Enrolled Students
Have you been admitted to ASU? Congratulations! You're well on your way to joining the Sun Devil community. Attend this session to learn about your next steps after admission, including the New Student Orientation Experience, how to pay for college, and the online tools you'll need along the way. Presented by: Admission Services |
Ventana 241 C |
Barrett, The Honors College at ASU
Want to know how an honors experience can enhance your Sun Devil journey? Learn more about Barrett, the #1 ranked honors college in the nation. This session will cover the honors curriculum, unique honors-only opportunities, and the admission process (or next steps if you've already applied to Barrett). Applied/Admitted to Barrett student session: 10:45 - 11:05 a.m. Prospective Barrett student session: 11:15 - 11:35 a.m. Presented by: Barrett, The Honors College |
Pima 230 |
Careers in Medicine
Are you interested in a career in medicine? Thinking about attending medical, dental or PA school? ASU sends over 150 students to M.D. school each year and has access to over 450 clinical internship sites (including Creighton & Mayo Clinic) for students to engage with before graduation. Learn how ASU prepares and supports you on your journey to a successful medical career. Presented by: Pre-Professional Advising Office |
Cochise 228 |
How do you Explore at ASU?
Exploring can increase awareness or knowledge about something while giving you the opportunity to see if this fits your life in some way. The idea of exploration: hear from an Explore faculty member on what it means for you and what does it look like here at ASU? Presented by: University College |
Gila 224 |
Launching Impactful Careers: The ASU Experience & Career Success
At Arizona State University, your success isn’t just a goal—it’s the foundation of everything we do. This session will explore how the ASU Experience is purposefully designed to help you develop the skills, mindset, and hands-on experience you need to thrive in a career that is both rewarding and impactful. Learn how ASU’s innovative approach to education connects what students learn in the classroom to real-world challenges through cutting-edge research, internships, global opportunities, and collaborative projects. Hear stories of how ASU students have leveraged these experiences to launch meaningful careers and make a difference in their communities and industries. Presented by: Career Services at ASU |
Gold 207 |
Living on Campus – Live Like a Sun Devil
Learn more about ASU’s residential college experience. Living on campus will offer memorable once-in-a-lifetime experiences that will help build the foundation for your involvement and success at ASU. These residential communities offer study areas and common spaces to spend time with friends and classmates. Presented by: University Housing |
Ventana 241 AB |
Making an Impact: Sustainability, Ocean Sciences, Innovation, & Complexity
This session will cover degrees from the College of Global Futures, including sustainability, food systems, innovation, ocean and coastal marine sciences, and complexity science. We’ll dive into student life, careers, CGF scholarships, and how we can help you make an impact. Let's change the future, together! Presented by: The College of Global Futures |
Coconino 246 |
Paying for College
Discover the financial aid opportunities available to students. Learn about various types of aid and the financial aid process, and walk away knowing your next steps toward funding your Sun Devil experience. Presented by: Admission Services |
Alumni 202 |
Student Life at the Tempe Campus
Discover how ASU’s diverse campus culture offers endless ways to get involved. Learn about joining clubs, participating in traditions, cheering on Sun Devil athletics, and living on campus—all of which build a sense of belonging and community. From leadership opportunities and global engagement, the ASU Experience equips you with the tools to grow, thrive, and shape your future. Join us to explore how ASU’s traditions, campus life, and supportive community can transform your college journey into an unforgettable adventure.
Presented by: Student Connection and Community |
Turquoise 220 |
Study Abroad
Study abroad programs can last as short as a week, as long as a year, and anything in between. Learn more about opportunities, and how financial aid and scholarships apply to study abroad. Presented by: Global Education Office |
La Paz 242 |
Academic sessions
Begins at 11:45 a.m.
Academic sessions range from 30 minutes to one hour. Typically W. P. Carey School of Business is the only college that goes the full hour. The other colleges are typically 30 minute sessions.
Optional afternoon sessions are scheduled to accommodate either dismissal time and allow flexibility after your session ends.
| Session title | Location |
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Business
Where business is personal! Direct admission to our programs means you’re a business student from your first day, providing you with an excellent opportunity to match business with your passion. Hear from a panel of current students who will share with you their experience as a W. P. Carey student. Presented by: The W. P. Carey School of Business |
Turquoise 220
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College of Health Solutions: Launch Your Health and Medical Career
Discover Speech and Hearing Science, a degree that prepares you to help people communicate, recover, and thrive, from supporting children with speech delays to working with patients after injury or illness. You’ll also see how the College of Health Solutions is a hub for health and medical programs, including nutrition, medical studies, sports science, and more, with courses taught by physicians and real-world experiences built in. Learn how the College of Health Solutions prepares you to stand out for medical school, graduate study, and health careers. Presented by: The College of Health Solutions |
Cochise 228
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Design, Art and Performance Programs at ASU Tempe
If you were born to express yourself creatively, you can choose from architecture, art, dance, design, game design, media arts and sciences, film, theatre, music and more. We will walk through the admissions process, next steps, and resources to support you as a student. Presented by: The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts |
Pima 230
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Discover the Difference a Degree in Education Makes
At Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation (MLFC), students don’t just learn about education, they help shape what learning becomes. Join us to learn how our students are supported by faculty, coaches, mentors, and peers who stay connected well beyond graduation. With access to embedded community partnerships, school district collaborations, policy labs, and global learning opportunities, MLFC students gain the tools and the networks to build a meaningful career. MLFC graduates don’t just enter the workforce—they transform it. That’s the MLFC Difference. Presented by: The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation |
Alumni 202
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Explore at ASU
With so many choices, Explore is the program that aligns your interests, skills, and goals to help you find the right major at ASU. Learn what it means to be an Explore student and the student support you will receive in selecting your major. This program allows you to select one of four Explore tracks to begin your academic journey, along with three major and career exploration courses which anchor the Explore experience to help you select the best major and career path for you. Presented by: University College |
Gila 224
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Liberal Arts and Sciences
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, known as the academic heart of ASU, is home to more than 100 degrees in the humanities, natural sciences and social sciences. From space exploration and medicinal chemistry to English and political science, you'll gain skills to adapt and succeed in evolving workplaces and societies. Attend our academic session to explore your options and learn about what your experience will be like as a student in The College. Presented by: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
Ventana 241 C
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Making an Impact: Sustainability, Ocean Sciences, Innovation, & Complexity
A walking tour to the Walton Center for Planetary Health, home of the College of Global Futures. See where our sustainability, food systems, innovation, ocean and coastal marine sciences, and complexity science students learn to make an impact. Q/A session with CGF students, staff, and faculty. Presented by: The College of Global Futures |
Coconino 246
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Organizational Leadership and Project Management at CISA
Learn about degrees that help you have an edge in break-out fields while giving you a solid foundation for graduate or professional school. Applied, hands-on learning makes our students career-ready. Professional mentorships, internships and development opportunities make CISA a perfect pick to complete a degree started elsewhere. Presented by: The College of Integrative Sciences and Arts |
La Paz 242
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The Future of Engineering and Computing
ASU’s Fulton Schools of Engineering is one of the largest and most innovative engineering programs in the nation. With 27+ degree options, come and learn about how students gain hands-on experience, cutting-edge research, and tackle real-world challenges. Whether you're passionate about designing sustainable systems, advancing technology, or building smart solutions, the Fulton Schools of Engineering empowers you to start making an impact from day one. Presented by: The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering |
Ventana 241 AB
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