Wharton Welcomes has it all: live music, fun prizes, and even Dairy Store ice cream to cultivate positive wellbeing for students as they enter a new semester. Everyone is invited to this free concert to help us celebrate the end of summer!

This year, the headlining artist is Jason Schmidt. Schmidt gained popularity through his role as Sodapop in the Tony Award^® winning musical The Outsiders and is currently on tour promoting his newest single, “Butterfly.”

Wharton Welcomes is a unique and fun collaboration of MSU Arts programs. Hosted by Michigan's premier performing arts venue, Wharton Center, this event encourages students to engage with each other and inspires future involvement in the arts.