Whether you’re returning for another year or starting college for the first time, there’s so much to do and get excited about at UVU’s Weeks of Welcome.
The start of a new school year is an exciting time, especially at Utah Valley University (UVU). Whether you’re returning for another year or starting college for the first time, there’s so much to do and get excited about at UVU’s Weeks of Welcome, two weeks full of back-to-school events to ring in fall semester.
Weeks of Welcome is UVU’s way of, well, welcoming you to UVU! For the first two weeks of fall semester, there are events, celebrations, resource fairs, and more to help welcome you to campus. These events are the best of what UVU has to offer. Weeks of Welcome is your chance to meet new people and get involved in campus life while setting yourself up for a great semester.
Many Weeks of Welcome events are dedicated to incoming students. Events like Freshman Convocation and College Day make your transition to college life exciting and fun. And if you’re coming back for another exciting year, be sure to attend our annual traditions of Wolverine Bingo and Wolverine Fest.
Visit the Weeks of Welcome website for a full schedule of this year’s events.
If graduation celebrates one chapter of your education, Freshman Convocation celebrates taking the next step into college life. Freshman Convocation is more than just campus information you learn at Jumpstart Orientation. You’ll learn campus traditions, hear from other Wolverines, and meet the faculty and leaders who will support you throughout your time at UVU.
The best part is that Freshman Convocation is just the start of the evening. Be sure to bring your family and check out the Freshman Family BBQ afterward, catered by Wallaby’s, plus the women’s soccer game at the UCCU Stadium later in the evening.
As you get involved in campus life, you’ll meet new people and make friends with your classmates as you learn together. And when you get further into your program, you’ll likely take the same classes with the same people.
College Day is a chance to get to know other students who are interested in pursuing the same programs and subjects as you. UVU’s academic programs are housed under seven schools or colleges, and you’ll be able to meet students who are majoring in subjects in your college or school.
And if you don’t know what you want to study yet, no worries! College Day is a great opportunity to explore the different programs offered at UVU and discover what might be a good fit.
There are so many departments and programs across campus to support you during your time at UVU. At the Resource Fair, you can meet them all in one place. No matter what you need help with, from wellness services to academic support to leadership opportunities, you’ll find a UVU program ready to support you, whenever you need it.
The Resource Fair is held on Tuesday and Wednesday during the first week of school, so whether you attend College Day or drop in on the first day of the semester, be sure to visit.
While you’re on campus preparing for your first day, you might want to wrap up loose ends and make sure you’re ready for fall semester. At College Day, you’ll receive a full checklist with more information and suggestions, but here are a few things to check off your list.
Weeks of Welcome includes two weeks of events and activities to celebrate the new school year. Once you’ve completed everything on your to-do list, don’t miss out on the student events and activities happening across campus.
No matter how you like to celebrate and have fun, there are events perfect for you. We look forward to seeing you at Weeks of Welcome events this year — don’t forget to RSVP!
