Welcome Week 2025

Event schedule and details are subject to change.

Welcome Week 2025 Schedule

Off campus trip registration will open on Charger Connection on Tuesday August 26, at 12pm for undergraduate students only. Trip seats are available on a first come, first served basis.

★ = Open to Undergraduate Students Only ★ = Open to Graduate Students Only

  • Time Event Description Location
    6 p.m. Desserts & DIYs ★ Come to the Bixler/Gerber Quad for some sweet treats and relaxing crafts before the first day of classes! Bixler/Gerber Quad
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    9 a.m. - 6 p.m. All Day Q&A Questions? Stop by our info stations to ask questions about class locations, the Welcome Week schedule, helpful hints and more! Bartels Patio (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    C-Store Area (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
    10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Welcome Week T-Shirt Giveaway ★ It’s that time of year! Come get your free T-Shirt to kick off Welcome Week! Shirts available for undergraduate students only on a first come, first served basis. BSAC Patio
    10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Poster Sale Stop by Bixler/Gerber Quad to check out posters available for purchase to make your on or off campus living space your own! Bixler/Gerber Quad
    12 p.m. First Day of Class Snack Cart ★ Happy First Day of Classes! Orientation and Transition Leaders will be walking all around campus from 12pm-3pm with a snack cart! Stop by, say, hi, ask a question or two, and grab a snack on your way to class! Campus-wide
    12 - 3 p.m. Dining VMP Tabling Speak with Meal Plan Student Ambassador(s) and staff to learn about the benefits of signing up for a meal plan and a limited-time Voluntary Meal Plan offer they currently have going on, take a quick meal plan quiz, and have a chance to get free swag items! Bergami Center Atrium
    5 p.m. ChargerBucks Kickoff with ResLife Join the Office of Residential Life and set sail on a new academic year voyage at the annual ChargerBucks & Passport Program kickoff event. Bring your new friends, or come make new friends as you begin your voyage with the annual ChargerBucks and Passport program. Residential and Commuter students will have the opportunity to start collecting ChargerBucks. Bixler/Gerber Quad
  • Time Event Description Location
    9 a.m. - 6 p.m. All Day Q&A Questions? Stop by our info stations to ask questions about class locations, the Welcome Week schedule, helpful hints and more! Bartels Patio (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    C-Store Area (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
    10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Poster Sale Stop by the Maxcy Quad to check out posters available for purchase to make your on or off campus living space your own! Maxcy Quad
    12 p.m. Career Kickback Music, games, and fun! Join the Career Development Center staff in activities, games and ways you can get Application Ready for future opportunities! BSAC Patio
    12 - 3 p.m. Dining VMP Tabling Speak with Meal Plan Student Ambassador(s) and staff to learn about the benefits of signing up for a meal plan and a limited-time Voluntary Meal Plan offer they currently have going on, take a quick meal plan quiz, and have a chance to get free swag items! Bergami Center Atrium
    5 - 9 p.m. SCOPE Inflatable Fun Fest ★ Join SCOPE as we celebrate being back on campus. Go down our waterslide, create your own pennant flag or succulent plant, grab some free food and SCOPE merch, or simply relax with us, enjoying music and lawn games.
    This event is open to current undergraduate students only.    		 Bixler/Gerber Quad
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    10 a.m. Toss, Talk & Leave Your Mark Interactive cornhole game along with proving information regarding temporary medical accommodations and how do I workshop series, hosted by the Accessibility Resources Center (ARC). Bixler/Gerber Quad
    12 p.m. Mosaic Reception & Showcase The Myatt Center for Diversity & Inclusion invites all members of the campus community to the Mosaic Reception—a celebration of our rich multicultural diversity and an opportunity to foster meaningful connections. This event is designed to welcome both incoming and returning students by introducing them to campus leaders, especially those from multicultural recognized student organizations. The program aims to honor our differences, build community, and connect students with valuable campus resources and opportunities. Bixler/Gerber Quad
    5 p.m. RECspo Meet the ChargerReC team at RecSpo to learn more about our programs and offerings! This will be a fun opportunity for you to interact with our club sport leaders at the club sport fair, play lots of games, win prizes, try a GroupX class, and register for upcoming programs. Beckerman Recreation Center
    6 p.m. Therapy Dog with CAPS Come meet our therapy dog Titan to start off your semester! Gehring Lobby
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    11 a.m. Fun Stop at the One Stop Take your best shot at winning prizes at the Fun Stop at the One Stop! Try the golf-ball toss and enjoy yard games like Giant Jenga, cornhole, and tic-tac-toe. Swing by for games, giveaways, and good times! Outside One Stop
    12 - 3 p.m. Dining VMP Tabling ★ Speak with Meal Plan Student Ambassador(s) and staff to learn about the benefits of signing up for a meal plan and a limited-time Voluntary Meal Plan offer they currently have going on, take a quick meal plan quiz, and have a chance to get free swag items! Undergraduate Commuter Student Lounge
    12 p.m. TASC Mini-Golf Join the Tutoring and Academic Support Center on the Bixler/Gerber Quad for mini-golf, giant Jenga, corn hole, Can Jam, and more, and learn about how TASC can help you reach your academic potential. Bixler/Gerber Quad
    1 p.m. Fraternity & Sorority Life 101 Curious about Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of New Haven? Whether you're interested in joining or just want to learn more, this session is for you! During this session, you'll learn about the four governing councils that make up our FSL community and hear directly from students currently involved as they share insights from their individual chapter experiences. This is a great opportunity to explore what membership could look like for you and to get your questions answered. Attendance is encouraged but not required to participate in recruitment. Alumni Lounge
    1 p.m. Self-Care 101 Come join CAPS and DOS to engage in some self-care to start the semester!
    We will have glitter jars, stress balls, and CAPS coloring books. We will also provide resources for CAPS and resources on coping skills.     		Bartels Patio
    6 p.m. Women’s Soccer vs. Stony Brook Stop by the Kathy Zolad field to support the Charger’s Women’s Soccer team against the Stony Brook Seawolves! Kathy Zolad Field
    7 p.m. Student Leadership Mixer ★ Get to know student leaders in various positions and learn how they got involved! Snacks and games will be provided! Hosted by the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA).
    This event is open to current undergraduate students only.    		 Alumni Lounge & Annex
  • Time Event Description Location
    3 - 5 p.m. Involvement Fair Looking to get involved on campus? Join USGA and CSELO for the annual Fall Involvement Fair! Here, you can meet different Recognized Student Organizations, Campus Offices, and more! Open to ALL students! Maxcy Quad
    7 p.m. Move Night: SING! ★ End your week with an outdoor showing of SING! Enjoy candy, popcorn and stuff-a-buddy with the Orientation Staff!
    Movie will begin at approximately 7:45 p.m. Please bring a blanket, towel or outdoor chair for your comfort!     		Bixler/Gerber Quad
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    1 p.m. Kindness Care Kits Join us for a feel-good volunteer event where kindness comes in a package! You'll help assemble care packages filled with essentials and thoughtful items that will be donated to a local nonprofit supporting those in need. All supplies provided—just bring your heart and your drive to help others! Fireplace Lounge
    7 p.m. Rock and Roller Skating ★ Spend your night rocking out on skates with us as we bring a retro roller rink to campus! Skates are free to all those who participate. Stop by for the chance to queue up your favorite song as we skate to celebrate finishing the first week of classes! Beckerman Recreation Center
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    10 a.m. Mets Game ★ If you’re a fan of baseball, especially the New York Mets, or just want to have a fun day out, you don’t want to miss this! Join us for a trip to CitiField to watch the New York Mets take on the Miami Marlins!

    Off campus trip registration will open on Charger Connection on Tuesday August 26, at 12 p.m. for undergraduate students only. Trip seats are available on a first come, first served basis. Email communication will be sent to confirmed participants at least 24 hours prior to trip departure.     		Outside of Maxcy (facing the parking lot and University entrance)
    11 a.m. Mystic Aquarium ★ Visit one of the nation's leading aquariums and home to Beluga whales, African penguins, and Steller sea lions. After touring the Aquarium, you can enjoy shops and restaurants in Historic Old Mystic Village on your own!

    Off campus trip registration will open on Charger Connection on Tuesday August 26, at 12pm for undergraduate students only. Trip seats are available on a first come, first served basis.
    Email communication will be sent to confirmed participants at least 24 hours prior to trip departure.         		Outside of Maxcy (facing the parking lot and University entrance)
    7 p.m. Sunday Sundaes ★ Come to the Bixler/Gerber Quad for an ice cream sundae bar and lawn games!

    This event is open to current undergraduate students only.     		Bixler/Gerber Quad
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    6 - 9 p.m. Charlie’s Carnival ★ Celebrate Labor Day with us and enjoy a fun night of carnival games, airbrush tattoos, cotton candy, and popcorn! Bring yourself and some friends to the Bixler/Gerber Quad for a chance to win prizes!

    This event is open to current undergraduate students only.     		Bixler/Gerber Quad
    6:30 - 8 p.m. Sunset Yoga Join Dominique and ChargerREC for a yoga class to ground you after an energetic Week of Welcome, no experience necessary! Space is limited, a limited number of yoga mats will be provided, so we recommend bringing your own mat or towel. One lucky undergraduate will receive a yoga kit prize from the Welcome Week committee to continue their practice all year long!

    All participants must have a waiver on file in the ChargerREC portal before participating. Visit ChargerREC on MyCharger and follow the instructions on the Membership & Facility Access tab if you have not ever signed a waiver. Rain location Beckerman Recreation Center     		Westside Lawn