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    Weeks of Welcome

    The first two weeks of each semester are called “Weeks of Welcome” (or WoW for short). Each campus coordinates a variety of social activities and educational programs aimed at easing the transition to college-level work after the summer break.

    WoW events are a great way to meet other students, interact with faculty and staff, and get better acquainted with university resources, opportunities, and expectations.

    • Blue Ridge Campus

      Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.

      Monday, January 9, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Welcome Back to Campus with FREE Chick-Fil-A Biscuits

       

      Lobby Enjoy FREE Chick-Fil-A biscuits while supplies last.

      "Pop In to Get Involved"

       

      Lobby

      Enjoy FREE popcorn.

      "Warm Up to Spring Semester" with a Hot Chocolate Bar

       

      Lobby 

      Enjoy the FREE hot chocolate bar all week.

      Tuesday, January 10, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      "Warm Up to Spring Semester" with a Hot Chocolate Bar

       

      Lobby Enjoy the FREE hot chocolate bar all week.

      "Pop In to Get Involved"

       

      Lobby

       Enjoy FREE popcorn.

      Wednesday, January 11, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      "Warm Up to Spring Semester" with a Hot Chocolate Bar

       

      Lobby Enjoy the FREE hot chocolate bar all week.
      Thursday, January 12, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Welcome Back to Campus with FREE Chick-Fil-A Biscuits

       

      Lobby Enjoy FREE Chick-Fil-A biscuits while supplies last.

      Get the Semester Off to a "Sweet Start"

      noon

      Lobby

      Enjoy hot baked cookies.

      "Warm Up to Spring Semester" with a Hot Chocolate Bar

       

      Lobby 

      Enjoy the FREE hot chocolate bar all week.

      Friday, January 13, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Get the Semester Off to a "Sweet Start"

      noon

      Lobby

      Enjoy hot baked cookies.

      "Warm Up to Spring Semester" with a Hot Chocolate Bar

       

      Lobby 

      Enjoy the FREE hot chocolate bar all week.

      Friday, January 20, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      MSA Student Program

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Lobby

      Details will be updated here when available.

      Sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs

    • Cumming Campus

      Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.

      Monday, January 9, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Welcome Table

      8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      Lower Lobby Details will be updated here when available.
      Tuesday, January 10, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Welcome Table

      8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      Lower Lobby Details will be updated here when available.
      Tuesday, January 17, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Campus Resource Fair

      10:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.

      Lower Lobby Details will be updated here when available.
    • Dahlonega Campus

      Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.

      Monday, January 9, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Join the Welcome Table!

      8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      Hoag Student Center, Food Court Sponsored by Student Involvement

      150th Anniversary Celebration

      4:oo p.m.

      Library Technology Center, 3rd Floor

      Sponsored by University Events

      Meet Your Student Government!

      5:30 p.m.

      Hoag Student Center, ABC

      Sponsored by Student Government Association

      Tuesday, January 10, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Join the Welcome Table!

      8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      Hoag Student Center, Food Court Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Virtual Reality (VR) Truck

      10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

      Hoag Student Center, Patio

      Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Wednesday, January 11, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      MSA Spring Open House

      noon

      Hoag Student Center, Patio Come learn more about Multicultural Student Affairs and our student organizations!

      NEST Recruitment Table

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Hoag Student Center, Patio

      Come learn more about becoming an Orientation Leader and meet some of our leaders! 

      Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement & Student Transitions (NEST)

      Women's Basketball vs. Clayton State

      5:30 p.m.

      Convocation Center Military Appreciation Night

      Men's Basketball vs. Clayton State

      7:30 p.m.

      Convocation Center Military Appreciation Night
      Tuesday, January 17, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Office of Student Involvement (OSI) Weeks of Welcome Community Service

      1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

      Dahlonega campus

      Looking to Start the school year off right with some community service? Join University Facilities and the Office of Student Involvement and work on some campus beatification projects.

      Sign Up Online

      Wednesday, January 18, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Nighthawks Fest

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Hoag Student Center, ABC Rooms or Recreation Center Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Iceless Ice Skating

      4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

      Location will be updated when available.

      Sponsored by Nighthawks Entertainment

      Transfer "Hawk It Out" Tabling

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Stewart Center Patio

      Meet and Greet with Transfer Support Staff and Transfer Coaches to receive campus resources, ask questions, and play interactive fun games to win prizes.

      Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)

    • Gainesville Campus

      Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.

      Monday, January 9, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Join the Welcome Table!

      8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      Student Center, Front Lobby Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Alternative Break Tabling

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Student Center, Food Court

      Stop by and learn more about the AB program and how you can have a different experience during Spring Break while serving.

      Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Tuesday, January 10, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Join the Welcome Table!

      8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      Hoag Student Center, Front Lobby Sponsored by Student Involvement

      NEST Recruitment Tabling

      10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Nesbitt Lobby

      Come learn more about becoming an Orientation Leader and meet some of our leaders! 

      Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement & Student Transitions (NEST)

      Wednesday, January 11, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      MSA Spring Open House

      noon

      Student Center Patio Come learn more about Multicultural Student Affairs and our student organizations!

      Student Government Association Open House

      11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Student Government Office

      Come and grab some food and learn how to become a voice for students and create positive change on campus. Attending three consecutive SGA meetings makes you an official voting member. This is a great way to get involved and stay in the know! 

      Sponsored by Student Government Association

      Thursday, January 12, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Virtual Reality (VR) Truck

      10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

      Nesbitt Building (front area) Sponsored by Student Involvement
      Wednesday, January 18, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Nighthawks Fest

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Robinson Ballroom Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Transfer "Hawk It Out" Tabling

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Adult Learner/Transfer Student Lounge

      Meet and Greet with Transfer Support Staff and Transfer Coaches to receive campus resources, ask questions, and play interactive fun games to win prizes.

      Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)

      OSI WoW Community Service

      1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

      Gainesville campus

      Looking to start the school year off right with some community service? Join University Facilities and the Office of Student Involvement and work on some campus beautification projects. 

      Sign Up Online

      Thursday, January 19, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Iceless Ice Skating

      12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

      Nesbitt Parking Deck

      Sponsored by Nighthawks Entertainment

    • Oconee Campus

      Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.

      Monday, January 9, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Welcome Back 

      7:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

      500 Building, Atrium Warm up with some hot cocoa and coffee.
      Tuesday, January 10, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Welcome Back

      7:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

      500 Building, Atrium Warm up with some hot cocoa and coffee.
      Wednesday, January 11, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Grab & Go Campus Critter with OSI

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Room 726 Sponsored by Student Involvement
      Tuesday, January 17, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Donuts with the Deans

      11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

      Room 522 Sponsored by Student Involvement

      Nighthawks Fest

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Room 522 Sponsored by Student Involvement
      Thursday, January 19, 2023
      Event Time Location Event Details

      Transfer "Hawk It Out" Tabling

      11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Student Resource Center Atrium

      Meet and Greet with Transfer Support Staff and Transfer Coaches to receive campus resources, ask questions, and play interactive fun games to win prizes.

      Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)

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