What is First Saturday?
Students who attend First Saturday can expect to build greater affinity to the University and get immediately plugged into campus resources. First Saturday attendance is required for all first-time, first-year students and recommended for transfer students during their first semester at FAU. First Saturday is the last phase of the orientation experience.
First Saturday in Paradise
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Location: FAU Stadium
Start Time: 3:30 p.m.
End Time: 8 p.m.
3:30 p.m.- Enjoy Corporate Village
Immerse yourself in Paradise; Various activities with partners and
sponsors in and around the community!
5-5:45 p.m.- Welcome Home
A warm welcome from the FAU Family; Hear from Student Affairs, Campus Police Department,
FAU Alumni (FAU Prowlers), FAU Athletics, and FAU Student Government.
6-8 p.m.- Build Your Own Experience: GET INVOLVED!
Explore the Stadium Concourse and hear from over 300 student organizations, during the Student Organization Fair.
Your First Saturday Experience
Students entering in Fall 2023:
Is First Saturday required?
The short answer: Yes.
The First Saturday Conference is a required program and attendance is integral to your transition to the University. New Student Transitions & Family Engagement will track attendance.
The choice to attend is similar to the decisions you make every day of your undergraduate career—whether to attend class or not, whether to meet with your academic advisor or not, or whether to get involved in student activities.
What are the phases of the new Student Orientation, Academics, & Resources (SOAR) experience?
As a student starting in the fall, you will participate in a three-phase experience:
Phase 1 - Virtual Orientation
Complete First-Year Self-Directed Virtual Orientation session through Canvas . You will need to complete the Canvas course at least five business days before your Orientation Day (Phase 2).
Phase 2 - Orientation Day(s)
Attend your Live Virtual Orientation Day(s). You will receive program information via your FAU email account two to three business days prior to your session.
Phase 3 - First Saturday: Fall 2023
First Saturday will fill in the gaps on everything else, providing “just in time” information you need to know to get started at FAU! Pack the stadium First Saturday is mandatory as it serves as your required, extended Orientation program. Check your FAU email for more information from orientme@fau.edu
Do I have to register for the First Saturday experience?
The short answer: No.
Please arrive to the FAU Stadium to check-in. Commuter Students may park in any Commuter student lots around campus.
Do I have to register for each phase of the new SOAR experience?
The short answer: No.
Students must only complete register for the SOAR experience through the OwlDone portal. Once registered, students will receive a confirmation email with steps to complete the different phases of the experience.
Can my family member attend First Saturday?
The short answer: Yes.
Although the information is geared towards students, Families are welcomed to come by the FAU Stadium on Saturday, August 19!