The information below is for August 2012, stay tuned for 2013 details here!

Thursday, August 23

7:00am-1:00pm

Residence Hall Move-In Begins
We'll welcome you to campus when you check-in at the residence hall to which you've been assigned and start settling into your room.

1:00pm-3:00pm

Cowboy Parents Reception
Join Cowboy Parents for a drop-in reception in the Fireplace Lounge in the Washakie Center. Here parents and students can meet staff members from across campus, meet other parents and students, and pick up some tips to help during this new phase in your life.

3:00pm-6:30pm

Welcome to Wyoming Dinner
Freshman students living in the residence halls and their parents are invited to the Washakie Center's Welcome to Wyoming Dinner. Feast on some of our region's delicacies while learning about the many food options available on campus.

President's Welcome Address and Reception
Thursday evening culminates with President Buchanan's Welcome Address to the incoming class of 2012. This important event, attended by students and families, UW faculty, and Summit student leaders, celebrates and welcomes new students to the UW community. The Welcome Address will be held in the A&S Auditorium, with a reception immediately following in the Wyoming Union.

9:00pm

Neighborhood Night Games
Choose to participate in a wide variety of fun & games on fraternity mall, such as volleyball, swing dance, obstacle course, slack line, mechanical bull, karaoke, kickball, board games, basketball, or an ice cream social.

Friday, August 24

*No activities are scheduled for Friday morning to allow you to wrap up unpacking and saying farewells.

12:45pm

Meet Your Faculty Member, RA, and Peer Mentor on Your Residence Hall Floor
Students living off campus meet in the Union main lobby (near the Copy Center). 

1:00pm-2:00pm

Led by UW’s top faculty, this session connects students with instructor support and inside information about transitioning into college classes.

2:00pm-4:30pm

Keynote Speaker & Student Theatre
All students will meet in the Arts & Sciences Auditorium to hear the 2012 keynote speaker, MTV's The Buried Life, and watch an unforgettable performance by UW’s award-winning theatre program. Student actors will introduce incoming students to UW’s culture, quirks, and life skills in and outside the classroom. If you’re interested in seeing a brief overview of The Buried Life, visit http://www.mtv.com/videos/misc/462215/the-buried-life-trailer.jhtml

Residence Hall Floor Meeting
Go to Casino Night as a community after your floor meeting.

9:00pm

Casino Night
Kick off the Friday Night Fever Series with the annual Casino Night in the Wyoming Union! Enjoy free billiards, slot machines, cash cube, black jack, craps, roulette, and more. Prizes are available to participating UW students.

Saturday, August 25

Activity
Your RA will direct you to your designated activity and start time. These activities are designed to help students interact with campus and learn about the broader goals of a college experience. If you are participating in the Honors Program or other learning community, you may have scheduled activities for this time with your peers and instructors.