Alcorn State University kicked off its new student orientation, “Brave Beginnings,” from Aug. 13-17, 2025, welcoming a new class of students to their campus home. The event was a collaborative effort from student leaders, staff, and public safety officials, all working together under the theme “Welcome Home.”

Alcorn State University Campus Police shared their commitment to maintaining a safe environment by providing comprehensive public safety services. As a fully commissioned police department, they work to prevent crime and respond to issues, ensuring a secure campus for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The department’s mission is to create a supportive community through professional law enforcement, problem-solving, and community partnerships.

“Be patient and always mindful of your surroundings during this transition,” said Sergeant Laselle Jackson, Campus Police. “Utilize the blue emergency phones placed in various areas on campus, which provide emergency services twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.”

Upon arrival, new students were greeted with a Brave Breakfast, workshops, and other academic gatherings. A vendor fair was also held to promote campus engagement, featuring Alcorn State apparel, scholarship opportunities, and information on student organizations. Student orientation leaders, including Brave Solutions, Resident Assistants, Royal Court members, and Student Government Association representatives, held mandatory sessions to introduce students to the campus environment.

Members of Alcorn’s Greek organizations provided support by offering hydration stations and assisting freshmen with moving into their residence halls.

“Based on my family members’ experiences, I expect to see a fun environment but one that also prioritizes education,” said Jaden Willis, a freshman psychology major.

The week’s activities included a new student mixer, a splash bash, a relay race, zumba, scavenger hunts, game tournaments, a campus tour, mechanical bull riding, and a petting zoo. The orientation concluded with a pinning ceremony and the President’s Welcome event in the Oakland Memorial Chapel on Aug. 17, 2025.

Alcorn State University is committed to providing unity, safety, and success to all students.