Contact us
Emily Keesler
Student Experience Coordinator
Email: emily-k@swau.edu
Call: (817) 202-6276
Create connections with our community
Every student at SWAU is supported at all levels of their education. Our focus is on ensuring students are prepared for the expectations of college life and the opportunities that come with it.
First-Year Experience
The First-Year Experience (FYE) program here at SWAU is designed to help you transition smoothly into college life, both academically and socially. It connects you with faculty, peers, and dedicated support staff who are invested in your success.
Second Year Experience
Building on the foundation of the First-Year Experience (FYE), the Second-Year Experience (SYE) program at Southwestern Adventist University is designed to keep you connected, supported, and on track for success as you navigate your second year of college.
Transfer Student Experience
At SWAU, we recognize that transferring to a new school is an exciting opportunity, and we’re here to make your transition as smooth as possible.
Peer Mentorship Program
Starting college can feel like a big adventure, and our Peer Mentorship Program is here to make sure you’re ready to enjoy the ride! This program pairs you with an experienced upperclassman who’s eager to share their wisdom, tips, and support to help you succeed at SWAU.
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Events
Aug
25
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Aug
25
7:30 AM -
Instruction Begins
Aug
25
6:00 PM -
Back to School Bash
Aug
26
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Aug
27
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Aug
27
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Aug
28
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Aug
29
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Aug
29
8:00 AM -
Last Day to Add Class
Aug
30
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Aug
30
3:00 PM -
Hopps Museum
Aug
30
3:00 PM -
Uplift Card Ministry
Aug
31
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Sep
1
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Sep
1
7:30 AM -
Labor Day/School - School in Session
Sep
2
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Sep
3
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Sep
3
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Sep
4
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Sep
5
All Day -
Bookstore in Meadows Gallery
Sep
5
8:00 AM -
Last Day to Withdraw w/o W
Sep
5
5:00 PM -
Vespers
Sep
6
4:00 PM -
SWAY (Opening of Year)
Sep
8
11:20 AM -
Week of Prayer
Sep
9
1:00 PM -
Week of Prayer
Sep
10
11:20 AM -
Week of Prayer
Sep
11
1:00 PM -
Week of Prayer
Sep
12
11:20 AM -
Week of Prayer
Sep
12
5:00 PM -
Vespers
Sep
17
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Sep
22
6:00 PM -
Scholarship Gala
Sep
27
3:00 PM -
SWAY-Jam Session
Sep
27
3:00 PM -
Uplift Card Ministry
Oct
1
All Day -
Ignite Service Day
Oct
8
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Oct
11
7:00 PM -
Nursing Dedication
Oct
15
8:00 AM -
Mid-Semester
Oct
15
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Oct
16
All Day -
Fall Holiday
Oct
17
All Day -
Fall Holiday
Oct
18
All Day -
Fall Holiday
Oct
19
All Day -
Fall Holiday
Oct
22
8:00 AM -
SWAU Career Fair
Oct
22
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Oct
23
5:00 PM -
University Days
Oct
24
8:00 AM -
Deadline for SU Incompletes
Oct
24
8:00 AM -
University Days
Oct
25
10:00 AM -
University Days
Oct
25
3:00 PM -
Uplift Card Ministry
Oct
31
8:00 AM -
Last Day to Withdraw
Oct
31
5:00 PM -
Vespers
Nov
2
All Day -
SWAU Thanks & Giving Run 2025
Nov
3
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
3
8:00 AM -
Spring Registration Begins
Nov
4
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
5
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
5
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Nov
6
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
7
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
9
3:00 PM -
University Experience
Nov
10
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
10
8:00 AM -
University Experience
Nov
11
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
12
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
12
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Nov
13
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
14
All Day -
Advising Weeks Begins
Nov
19
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Nov
22
3:00 PM -
Uplift Card Ministry
Nov
24
All Day -
Thanksgiving Break
Nov
25
All Day -
Thanksgiving Break
Nov
26
All Day -
Thanksgiving Break
Nov
27
All Day -
Thanksgiving Break
Nov
28
All Day -
Thanksgiving Break
Dec
1
7:30 AM -
Instruction Begins
Dec
3
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Dec
10
7:30 PM -
Wednesday Knight Worship
Dec
15
7:30 AM -
Examinations
Dec
16
7:30 AM -
Examinations
Dec
17
7:30 AM -
Examinations
Dec
17
7:00 PM -
Nurses' Pinning
Dec
17
7:30 PM -
Christmas Vacation Begins
Dec
18