Fall Welcome 2023
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Transitioning to a new campus and collegiate life can be challenging. Fall Welcome is a program designed to support new students in their successful transition to the UIS Community. Through Fall Welcome events and programs, students will have the opportunity to develop school spirits, build connections with the campus community and resources, and build a foundation for the upcoming academic year.
August 22 - 24 - New Student Welcome is required as a part of the Orientation program for all First Year Freshmen Students. There are opportunities for New Transfer (Undergraduate and Graduate) students to register for as well.
August 25 - September 1 - Welcome Week is an opportunity for all students to develop a sense of belonging, find ways to get involved and connected on campus and kick of the academic year with fun and excitement.
New Student Welcome - Fall 2023
Tuesday, August 22
New Student Move-in Living on campus? Visit Residence Life for information regarding move-in
First Year Student Check-in - 5:30-6:30pm
First Year Students | Connections on the Quad 7pm-9pm
Wednesday, August 23
10am-5pm - First Year/Freshmen | Foundations for Success Each student will receive an individualize schedule of various presentations, workshops and activities taking place between 10am-5pm.
10am-5pm - New Transfer | Foundations for Success A series of workshops, presentations and tours to help establish a strong foundation for a successful transition to collegiate life at UIS - Must Register in advance - Registration opens July 1. 2023
International Student Orientation | Time TBD Student Union Ballroom | For more information visit International Student Services Required for all new International Students
Evening Programs TBD 7pm-10pm
Thursday, August 24
10am-5pm - First Year/Freshmen | Foundations for Success Each student will receive an individualize schedule of various presentations, workshops and activities taking place between 10am-5pm.
10am-5pm - New Transfer | Foundations for Success A series of workshops, presentations and tours to help establish a strong foundation for a successful transition to collegiate life at UIS - Must Register in advance - Registration opens July 1, 2023
International Students - Extended Opportunities | Time TBD | Additional welcome program for International Students - Must Register in advance - Registration opens July 1, 2023
Welcome Week
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Student Organizations and Campus Departments are invited to submit programs beginning March 29. Student Organization submissions are due April 12.