Keep the connections going after Drury Launch. Spend two nights on campus, meet other incoming students, and get to know Springfield before the fall semester. From Andy’s Frozen Custard and BigShots Golf to exploring Wonders of Wildlife, you’ll have plenty to do — and people to share it with. Come on your own or with someone you know. Ignite Leaders will help you get connected.
Meet other incoming students over meals, games, and time together. Whether you come on your own or with a friend, Ignite Leaders will help you get to know your group.
Discover C-Street, visit Wonders of Wildlife, and try local favorites. Find places you’ll want to return to with friends throughout college.
Take on team challenges at Leadership Ranch and spend an afternoon at BigShots Golf. No experience needed — we’ll figure it out together!
Spend two nights in a Drury residence hall and get to know student leaders who can answer your questions about campus life. Return in August with familiar faces and people you can turn to.
Start Friday with Drury Launch, then stay for the weekend. After Launch’s main program, you’ll have time to visit campus offices and take care of business before the Ignite Welcome at 4:30 p.m.
Families are welcome to join the opening session before students check into their residence hall and begin the weekend with their Ignite groups.
| Day / Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Friday, June 25 | |
| 4:30-5 p.m. | Ignite Welcome with Students & Families – FSC Ballroom |
| 5-5:45 p.m. | Residence Hall Check-In |
| 5:45-6:15 p.m. | Meet Your Ignite Leaders & Group |
| 6:30-8 p.m. | Dinner at Jose Locos |
| 8-9 p.m. | Andy’s Frozen Custard – Travel & Visit |
| 9 p.m. Onward | Return to Campus, Games & Hangout Time |
| Saturday, June 26 | |
| 8-8:30 a.m. | Grab-&-Go Breakfast |
| 9 a.m.-Noon | Leadership Ranch – Team Activities |
| 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Choose Your C-Street Adventure & Lunch |
| 2:45-4:45 p.m. | BigShots Golf |
| 5-5:45 p.m. | Downtime on Campus |
| Evening Time (TBD) | Dinner & Baseball (Pending Confirmation) |
| Following the Game | Return to Campus & Evening Check-In |
| Sunday, June 27 | |
| 8:30-9 a.m. | Grab-and-Go Breakfast |
| 9-9:30 a.m. | Get Ready & Gather with Your Group |
| 10:00 a.m.-Noon | Explore Wonders of Wildlife |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Closing Lunch & Ignite Send-Off |
| 1:15-2 p.m. | Residence Hall Checkout & Family Pickup |
Schedule and activities are subject to change. Travel time is built into the program.
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