College Welcomes Students Back for Fall 2025 Semester

September 2, 2025

On Tuesday, Sept. 2, Hudson Valley will welcome students back to campus for the Fall 2025 semester. As part of the college’s annual “Welcome Week” activities, all students, faculty and staff are invited to attend a series of free on-campus events during the first week of classes, which will include food, music, games and giveaways.

Nearly 7,000 students are scheduled for in-person and online courses this fall.

Welcome Week Schedule

During the opening week events, students will have the opportunity to get involved on campus, learn about support services, meet student activities staff and connect with club leaders and coaches from over 50 clubs and nearly 20 sports teams.

Tuesday, Sept. 2

8 - 11 a.m.
Cookies & Water
Locations: Science Center, Guenther Enrollment Services Center, Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center, Siek Campus Center and Williams Hall

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ice Cream Social featuring Kai Wolfgang Isachsen on guitar
Location: Siek Campus Center (Outside)

Wednesday, Sept. 3

8 – 11 a.m.
Cookies & Water
Locations: Science Center, Guenther Enrollment Services Center, Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center, Siek Campus Center and Williams Hall

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Information Fair: An opportunity for students to learn more about the many different services that are available on campus.
Location: Siek Campus Center (Outside)

Thursday, Sept. 4

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Welcome Back BBQ
Location: Student Pavilion