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East Texas Baptist University's first week of courses began on Monday, August 21. The University hosted an array of events throughout the week to reach out to all types of students and provide them with the resources and opportunities to get involved. From the Tiger Family Gathering to the Back to School Bash, students, faculty, and staff were able to build relationships with one another. 

East Texas Baptist University's Welcome Week invited incoming new students to experience life on the Hill through a five-day event, consisting of large group sessions focused on social, academic, and spiritual development as well as activities such as small group sessions, service projects, an ETBU Amazing Race, and Chill on the Hill.

East Texas Baptist University hosted a variety of camps throughout the summer, structured to refine the strength, leadership, and faith of students across the state. In addition to managing ETBU camps, the University partnered with outside organizations to provide youth with a camp experience on East Texas Baptist's historic campus.

ETBU Sports Camps are designed to prepare athletes of all levels with tactical training in a challenging and exciting atmosphere. ETBU offered camps for football, volleyball, men and women's soccer, softball, baseball, and men and women's basketball.

East Texas Baptist University's Mini-Terms, available as one-week or two-week courses, were administered from Monday, August 7 through Friday, August 18. The University began offering Mini-Terms in May 2016 as a benefit for the flat tuition rate. This August, 19 different courses were available and over 300 students enrolled. 

East Texas Baptist University students spent the summer serving in a variety of areas locally and internationally. From youth internships at local churches and Christian camps to overseas opportunities, students actively stepped out in faith to partner with ETBU mission efforts.