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Bearkat Kickoff

Bearkat Kickoff (BKO) is SHSU’s official onboarding and transition program for incoming first-year students. By the first day of class, you'll feel prepared, supported, and ready to start your journey as a Bearkat.
The Bearkat Kickoff logo - which includes the name in stacked text, with a travel bad above it on the left with an "SH" pennant, along with a backpack to its right.
Students applauding at Bearkat Kickoff, tinted red. SH logo at the upper left, "2025 Bearkat Kickoff" at the lower left.
Bearkat Kickoff 2025 kicked off the new semester with energy and tradition! Hear from new students about their first impressions and from current Bearkats on what makes SHSU feel like home.
Sammy Bearkat standing and posing with a student at Bearkat Kickoff.

BearkatHQ

To register for BKO, students need to log in to BearkatHQ.

Schedule at a Glance

Save the dates! August 15 - August 18, 2026: We are putting the finishing touches on the BKO schedule! Additional events coming soon.

Contact Information

Visit Us!

New Student Onboarding & Transition Programs
Lowman Student Center, Suite 326

If you have questions or would like additional support, click here to schedule a meeting with New Student Onboarding & Transition Programs.

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Call Us!

936-294-4343

Email Us!

bearkatkickoff@shsu.edu