M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan Schedule
Schedule of Events
All participants will receive a personalized, detailed schedule, which outlines all events, times, and locations through the Guidebook App. A few weeks before the start, you will be able to download the app and search for "WKU M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan 2025" to be prepared.
All participants will be able to check their meal plans and other important information through the iWKU app. Download the app now:
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Students will be assigned to a small group that will attend various session together. Event details will vary by group (time, location).
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Honors & ISEC Academy
Mahurin Honors College and ISEC Academy students can participate in a specialized track during M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan. Watch your Guidebook for those opportunites.
M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan 2025
Tuesday, August 12 - Friday, August 15
*Schedule subject to change
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Welcome home! Be sure to check your move-in timeslot on the WKU Housing Portal and pick up your key at Parking Structure 3. Once your belongings are in your room and your vehicle is moved to a perimeter parking lot, you can get unpacked, settle in, and get ready to meet new people and learn what it means to be a Hilltopper!
2:00 - 6:00 PM
TBD
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Welcome home! Be sure to check your move-in timeslot on the WKU Housing Portal and pick up your key at Parking Structure 3. Once your belongings are in your room and your vehicle is moved to a perimeter parking lot, you can get unpacked, settle in, and get ready to meet new people and learn what it means to be a Hilltopper!
12:00-4:00 PM
TBD
Before 6:00 PM
6:00-7:30 PM
7:30-8:00 PM
8:00-8:15 PM
8:15 PM
9:00 - 11:00 PM
9:00 - 10:30 PM
9:00 AM - 11: 00 AM
Attend a Big Red's Blitz serve sight from 9-11am.
OR
Create your own experience by attending rotating sessions that dive into topics you're curious about—from campus life to career prep and beyond.
11:15 -1:30 PM
You will attend their lunch rotation with your floormates and RA. Refer to Guidebook for your assigned time.
1:45 - 2:40 PM
These sessions will provide essential information to help you navigate your first few weeks of classes successfully. You will attend these sessions with your floor and RA (unless otherwise noted). Refer to your Guidebook for the location.
2:40-3:00 PM
Unsure about which College Kickoff event to attend? Meet in Centennial Mall (located next to the Downing Student Union) and a M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan Mentor will point you in the right direction.
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Meet your college faculty, learn about resources your college offers, and get ready for classes to begin!
4:45-5:30 PM
Recap the day's discussion, ask questions, and spend some more time getting to know your neighbors.
5:30 - 11:00 PM
Stay tuned for more information about these epic socials!
9:00 AM - 11: 00 AM
Attend a Big Red's Blitz serve sight from 9-11am.
OR
Create your own experience by attending rotating sessions that dive into topics you're curious about—from campus life to career prep and beyond.
11:15 -1:30 PM
You will attend your lunch rotation with your floormates and RA. Refer to Guidebook for your assigned time.
1:45 - 2:40 PM
These sessions will provide essential information to help you navigate your first few weeks of classes successfully. You will attend these sessions with your floor and RA (unless otherwise noted). Refer to your Guidebook for the location.
3:00 - 4:30 PM
There is a place for everyone at WKU! Learn about the many organizations WKU has to offer.
Hosted by Student Activities.
5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Stay tuned for more information about these epic socials!
9:00 AM - 11: 00 AM
Attend a Big Red's Blitz serve sight from 9-11am.
OR
Create your own experience by attending rotating sessions that dive into topics you're curious about—from campus life to career prep and beyond.
11:15 -1:30 PM
You will attend your lunch rotation with your floormates and RA. Refer to Guidebook for your assigned time.
1:45 - 2:40 PM
These sessions will provide essential information to help you navigate your first few weeks of classes successfully. You will attend these sessions with your floor and RA (unless otherwise noted). Refer to your Guidebook for the location.
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Get ready to stand up and cheer!
Our final small group will allow time to answer any questions and walk as a group to Diddle Arena for Topper Traditions.
4:30-6:00 PM
T-O-P-S TOPS-TOPS-TOPS!
It’s time to Stand Up and Cheer! Learn the fight song, how to wave the Red Towel, and meet your WKU Coaches and BIG RED!
Hosted by WKU Athletics.
6:00 PM
M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan goes out with a BANG, literally!
Food and entertainment provided, plus the evening concludes with a fireworks display at dark.
Topper Fest is open to all members of the WKU Community beginning at 5:30 PM.
