Charge In 2025: First-Year & Transfer Students

August 20 to 22, 2025

Charge In is Your Plan for Arriving on Campus. Whether you're a residential student, or a commuter/off-campus student, you'll take part in Charge In. Please read the details on this page to prepare to start your journey in Charger Nation!

Residential Students

Residential Student Move-In - Wednesday, August 20

Move-in for first-year and transfer residential students is Wednesday, August 20, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Students will be assigned a specific move-in time by Residential Life.

Please move in during your assigned move in time. You received this information from the Office of Residential Life and can find this in myHousing on the Move In Information page. You will find late arrival information on myHousing, as well.

Commuter Students

Commuter Student Check-In - Thursday, August 21

Commuter students will be required to come to campus on the morning of Thursday, August 21, from 8 to 9 a.m. to check in for Charge In.



Where To Eat During Charge In

Follow the link below for schedules, menus and locations for on-campus dining options during Charge In.

Dining Options

Charge In Schedule

More events and information will be posted here soon. Details are subject to change.


Time Event Location
8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Please move in during your assigned move in time. 		First-Year and Transfer Residential Move In Bethel, Bixler, Gerber, Bergami, Westside halls
1 - 1:30 p.m. Family Send-Off Bixler/Gerber Quad
3 - 5 p.m. Floor Meetings Residence Halls
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Residence Hall Meetings:

Bergami Hall (Location: Library Tent)
Westside Hall (Location: David A. Beckerman Recreation Center) 		Various Locations (see event descriptions)
7:45 - 8:45 p.m. Residence Hall Meetings:

Bethel Hall (Location: Bucknall Theater)
Bixler Hall (Location: Library Tent)
Gerber Hall (Location: David A. Beckerman Recreation Center) 		Various Locations (see event descriptions)
7 - 10 p.m. First-Year Social Bixler/Gerber Quad

Time Event Location
8 – 9 a.m. Commuter Student Check-In Bartels Student Activity Center, Patio
9 – 9:45 a.m. Campus Welcome David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. College Orientations
Arts and Sciences (Location: Beckerman Recreation Center)
Business (Location: Alumni Lounge)
Engineering (Location: Bucknall Theater) 		Various Locations (see description)
10 – 11 a.m. Campus Safety and Transportation
The University of New Haven’s Police Department will meet with students and assist them with their personal safety plans. They will also discuss the university’s unique safety features that are provided for students, faculty, and staff. 		Library Tent
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Community Standards
We will review the Student Handbook, student conduct, and expectations for members of the University of New Haven Community. 		Library Tent
12 p.m. Lunch All Dining Locations
1:15 p.m. Meet Your OTL Beckerman Recreation Center
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. College Orientations
Henry C Lee College (Location: Beckerman Recreation Center)
School of Health Sciences (Location: Bucknall Theater) 		Various Locations (see description)
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Campus Safety and Transportation
The University of New Haven’s Police Department will meet with students and assist them with their personal safety plans. They will also discuss the university’s unique safety features that are provided for students, faculty, and staff. 		Library Tent
2:45 – 3:45 p.m. Community Standards
We will review the Student Handbook, student conduct, and expectations for members of the University of New Haven Community. 		Library Tent
4 - 5 p.m. Commuter Meeting Beckerman Recreation Center
4:45 - 7:30 p.m. Dinner All Dining Locations
7 - 10 p.m. Evening Activities Zolad Field

Time Event Location
9 – 9:45 a.m. Morning Welcome David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
10 – 11 a.m. Canvas & Information Technology David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Group Time David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
12:15 p.m. Lunch All Dining Locations
2 p.m. Meet Your OTL
Meet to check back in from lunch to be dismissed for the afternoon sessions. 		Bixler/Gerber Quad
2:30 - 3 p.m. Class of 2029 Photo
Gather around the field to take your class photo that will be featured in your yearbook upon graduation. 		Zolad Field
3 - 3:30 p.m. First-Year March
March across campus with faculty and staff in a celebration of your arrival. 		Zolad Field
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Convocation
Start your academic journey as a new Charger with words of wisdom from our keynote speakers. Meet faculty and staff as you learn about the Charger Compact, what it means to be a Charger, listen to the Marching Band, and learn the fight song. 		Beckerman Recreation Center
4:45 – 7:30 p.m. Campus BBQ Recreation Center Parking Lot
6:30 p.m. Soccer Game David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
8 - 10 p.m. Charger Talent Show and Open Mic Night
Come see your fellow classmates display their many talents and skills and win prizes. 		TBD

Time Event Location
10:15 a.m. OTL Meet Up
 David A. Beckerman Recreation Center
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. / 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Charger Flip: Your OTL Will Lead You Through The Sessions

Meet the Title IX Office
Meet the Title IX Team while learning about Title IX, the resources available to students, and the process of a case.
Tips and Tricks
Hear from a panel of current University student leaders and discover how you can succeed and become more involved at the University of New Haven.

 Beckerman Recreation Center
12 - 2 p.m. Lunch All Dining Locations
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Enhanced Learning Community TBD
2:30 p.m. Kickball Tournament Zolad Field
8:30 - 10 p.m. Glow Party Bixler/Gerber Quad

Time Event Location
12 – 3 p.m. Back to School Brunch Marketplace (Bartels Campus Center)
6 p.m. Welcome Week Event Bixler/Gerber Quad