Fullerton, CA - For the first time the Hope International University athletic department will be putting on a new athlete welcome event to assist local new incoming or current student athletes in completing the clearance process for participation in athletics. This event will take place on Tuesday, July 29 starting at 8:00 AM in the Lawson-Fulton Student Center.

The New Athlete Welcome is designed to help student-athletes complete the following areas of clearance and onboarding:

1. Housing – Confirm assignments and resolve any issues with Residence Life.
2. Financial Aid – Finalize financial documents, verification, and award letters.
3. Admissions – Ensure all documents (transcripts, test scores, forms) are submitted and admissions files are complete.
4. NAIA Eligibility Center Compliance – Submit eligibility documentation and review clearance status.
5. Athletic Training/Medical Clearance – Submit physicals, insurance, and medical forms for athletic participation.
6. Sports Information –  Bios, and media guide information will be collected.

 
What Athletes Must Bring
All new or current student-athletes must bring a laptop to the event.
Cell phones will not be sufficient due to the need for uploading documents and signing digital forms
 
Team Check-In Schedule
Fall Sports (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM)

• Men's Soccer
• Women's Soccer
• Cross Country / Track & Field
• Women's Volleyball

Winter Sports (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)

• Men's Basketball
• Women's Basketball
• Men's Wrestling
• Women's Wrestling
• Stunt / Cheer
• Dance

Spring Sports (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

• Baseball
• Softball
• Men's Volleyball
• Women's Beach Volleyball
• Men's Golf
• Women's Golf
• Flag Football
• Men's Tennis
• Women's Tennis

If you are a dual-sport athlete you should attend based on your first season of competition.