Convocation welcomes new students to campus

The Southeast Missouri State pep band warms up before convocation. They performed well known songs such as "Hey Baby" and the university fight song. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)

Incoming freshman in the crowd watch as the presenter speaks during convocation. Videos were shown as well as information about their future at SEMO. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)

Freshman in the Holland College of Arts and Media section cheering for t-shirts during convocation. The section was among the loudest in the Show-Me Center. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)

Incoming freshman play a basketball shooting contest to see who will win a prize. (Allison Lauter ~ Brand and Project Manager)

Incoming freshman try and find their matching shoes while dizzy. (Allison Lauter ~ Brand and Project Manager)

SEMO staff members and incoming freshman watch the new sports promotional video on the big screen. (Allison Lauter ~ Brand and Project Manager)

Incoming freshman at SEMO's Convocation prepare for tips and tricks for their time at Southeast. (Allison Lauter ~ Brand and Project Manager)

Brady O'Neill hosts the freshman in the Show Me Center for the annual Convocation. (Allison Lauter ~ Brand and Project Manager)

The final four of the knockout competition moments from beginning. The contestants had to shoot a bucket over the Imo's Pizza fan before the contestant behind them. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)

Freshmen playing knockout during convocation. The final four players will advance the finale to win SEMO merchandise. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)

The Southeast Missouri State Sundancers performing during convocation. They would dance and cheer during the songs played by the band. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)

The Southeast Missouri State Sundancers warming up before convocation. The team will be hyping up the crowd with their dancing and will perform their show. (Jeffery Long ~ Video Producer)