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.
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.
Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.
Monday, January 8, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Welcome Table"
7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
*Sponsored by Office of Dean of Students
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Welcome Table"
7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
*Sponsored by Office of Dean of Students
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Campus Resource Fair"
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Discover all the resources available to help you navigate the semester with ease.
*Sponsored by Cumming campus.
"Stick With The Libraries"
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Library
Pick up a sticker for your water bottle or laptop and learn more about the libraries’ services and study spaces.
*Sponsored by UNG Libraries
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Campus Resource Fair"
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Learn about all the ways to get engaged in campus life. Meet with student representatives for the Student Government Association and campus clubs and organizations.
*Sponsored by Office of Dean of Students
Monday, January 15, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
MLK DAY
College Closed
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Campus Involvement Fair"
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Learn about all the ways to get engaged in campus life. Meet with student representatives for the Student Government Association and campus clubs and organizations.
*Sponsored by Office of Dean of Students
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Campus Involvement Fair"
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Learn about all the ways to get engaged in campus life. Meet with student representatives for the Student Government Association and campus clubs and organizations.
*Sponsored by Office of Dean of Students
"NEST Tabling"
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Learn more about the NEST office and how NEST can help you. We will have information about our programs: Orientation, Transfer, Adult Learners, and Military-Connected.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
"Welcome Celebration"
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lower Lobby
Come celebrate the start of the Spring semester! Sponsored by UNG Cumming SGA.
Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.
Monday, January 8, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Welcome Table"
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hoag Student Center - Food Court
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
"Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 200)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out the Welcome table for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Welcome Table"
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hoag Student Center - Food Court
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
"Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 200)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out the Welcome table for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Stick With The Libraries"
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Library Technology Center 1st Floor
Pick up a sticker for your water bottle or laptop and learn more about the libraries’ services and study spaces.
*Sponsored by UNG Libraries
"Veterans Resources Lounge Open House"
11:00a .m. - 1:30 p.m.
HOAG 319
We invite all military-connected (Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reservists) to join us for the Veterans Resource Lounge Open House event. See the lounge designed specifically for you and the amenities available.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
"Adult Learner And Transfer Student Lounge Open House"
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
HOAG 320
We invite all adult learners and transfer students to join us for the Adult Learner and Transfer Lounge Open House event. See the lounge designed specifically for you and the amenities available.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
"Reflect, Engage, Thrive"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HOAG Patio
The Peer Health Educators will be handing out journals (Reflect), goal boxes (Engage), as well as soil, pots, and seeds (Thrive) to help students REFLECT on the past, ENGAGE in goal setting, and THRIVE this semester.
*Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Transfer 'Hawk It Out' Tabling"
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HOAG Patio
Stop by the table to learn more about UNG campus resources, transfer services, and NEST resources.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
"MSA Open House"
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HOAG Student Center 104 (MSA Office)
Learn more about Multicultural Student Affairs and our student organizations: Asian Student Association, Black Student Union, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, and Latino-American Student Organization!
*Sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs
"Hot Chocolate With Op"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HOAG Patio
Join Outdoor Pursuits for a cup of delicious hot chocolate and learn about the spring programming and Outdoor Gear Rental Program.
*Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"REC After Hours"
Normal Operating hours extended until 9:00 p.m.
Join the Recreation Center staff for extra fun as we extend our hours until 9:00 p.m. We will be offering games, snacks, and extra fun until close!
*Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Monday, January 15, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"MLK Day"
College Closed
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Hot Chocolate With Op"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HOAG Patio
Join Outdoor Pursuits for a cup of delicious hot chocolate and learn about the spring programing and Outdoor Gear Rental Program.
*Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Nighthawk Fest"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cottrell Ballroom or Rec Indoor Courts
Learn about UNG’s Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and sign up to get involved at the annual Nighthawks Fest Student Involvement Fair!
"Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 200)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out Nighthawks Fest for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
"Hot Chocolate And Hot Topics"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HOAG Patio
The Peer Health Educators will open the conversation around Live Well UNG campus resources as we sip on some hot chocolate.
*Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Cosmic Climb"
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Recreation Center Climbing Wall
Join Outdoor Pursuits for its annual Cosmic Climb event under the glow of black lights. FREE glow gear will be given out and feel free to wear something that will shine under the black lights!
Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.
Monday, January 8, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
“Welcome Table”
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Student Center Lobby
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
"Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 100)"
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out the Welcome table for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Welcome Table"
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Student Center Lobby
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
“Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 100)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out the Welcome table for a chance to win!
“Transfer ‘Hawk It Out’ Tabling”
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Nesbitt Lobby
Stop by the table to learn more about UNG campus resources, transfer services, and NEST resources.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
“MSA Open House”
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Student Center Robinson Ballroom
Learn more about Multicultural Student Affairs and our student organizations: Asian Student Association, Black Student Union, International Student Association, Latino Student Association, and Spectrum Alliance!
*Sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
“Stick With The Libraries"
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hosch Library
Pick up a sticker for your water bottle or laptop and learn more about the libraries’ services and study spaces.
*Sponsored by UNG Libraries
“Meet And Great With Academic Advising"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Student Center Commons
Need assistance registering for classes or not sure who your advisor is? Stop by our table to find out who your advisor is and get help with making changes to your schedule!
*Sponsored by Academic Advising Center
"Wishful Thinking"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Student Center Lobby
Join the Peer Health Educators and Student Counseling to create a New Year’s vision board and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate to start the New Year with a warm heart!
*Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"SHS Open House"
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Building 23
Come by and put your name in for a drawing for a Fuji Instax Mini 12 Camera and learn more about what Student Health offers.
*Sponsored by Student Health Services
Special Screening: "Good Will Hunting" (1997)
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Robinson Ballroom
As part of our Winter Welcome events, we invite you to an inspiring cinematic journey that explores the depths of true human potential at college and the transformative power of friendship. 1997 Academy Award-winning film captivating performances of Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams, and Minnie Driver will let the power of cinema ignite your imagination, inspire your personal growth, and remind you of the boundless possibilities that lie within each of us. Small snacks will be provided.
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
MLK Day of Service
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Site 1)
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Site 2)
Site 1: Georgia Mountain Food Bank
Site 2: Elachee Nature Science Center
Join us for our Annual MLK Day of Service! The Martin Luther King, Jr., holiday is an official day of service and celebrates the civil rights leader’s life and legacy. The Martin Luther King, Jr., National Day of Service is a defining moment each year when UNG students/faculty/staff step up to serve our communities and take action to create the Beloved Community of Dr. King’s dream. There are two different service sites that will allow students/faculty/staff to give back to the UNG Community.
We invite all military-connected students (Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reservists) to join us for the Veterans Resource Lounge Open House event. See the lounge designed specifically for you and the amenities available.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
"Student Government Association Open House!”
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Student Center 326 (SGA Office)
Going to your Gainesville SGA with some refreshments and learn how to become a voice for students and create positive change on campus. Joining SGA is a wonderful way to get involved and stay aware!
*Sponsored by Student Government Association.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Nighthawk Fest"
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Robinson Ballroom Student Center
Learn about UNG’s Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and sign up to get involved at the annual Nighthawks Fest Student Involvement Fair!
“Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 100)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out Nighthawks Fest for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
“Adult Learner And Transfer Student Lounge Open House"
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Student Center 302
We invite all adult learners and transfer students to join us for the Adult Learner and Transfer Lounge Open House Event. See the lounge designed specifically for you and the amenities available.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
Event schedules will be updated as more details are available. Check back often.
Monday, January 8, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Welcome Table"
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m..
Atrium
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 50)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out the Welcome table for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
“Welcome Table”
8:00 a.m.. - 11:00 a.m..
Atrium
Welcome to UNG! Stop by the Welcome Table to get directions, ask questions, and receive cool UNG swag!
Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 50)
11:00 a.m.. - 1:00 p.m.
Atrium
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out the Welcome table for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"New Semester, New Pastabilities"
11:00 a.m.. - 1:00 p.m.
522
Join the Office of Student Involvement for a welcome-back lunch featuring a build-your-own-pasta bar!
*Sponsored by the Office of Student Involvement
"Stick With The Libraries"
11:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Atrium
Pick up a sticker for your water bottle or laptop and learn more about the libraries’ services and study spaces.
*Sponsored by UNG Libraries
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Donuts With The Deans"
9:00 a.m.. - 11:00 a.m..
Atrium
Enjoy donuts and coffee with your Dean of Students and other college deans!
*Sponsored by the Office of Dean of Students and the Office of Student Involvement
"Nest Tabling"
11:30 a.m.. - 1:00 p.m.
Atrium
Learn more about the NEST office and how NEST can help you. We will have information about our programs: Orientation, Transfer, Adult Learners, and Military-Connected.
*Sponsored by Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST)
Monday, January 15, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"MLK Day"
College Closed
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Wear Your Word"
11:00 a.m.. - 1:00 p.m.
Atrium
Come make a bracelet with your word of the year to remind yourself of your goals for the new year!
*Sponsored by Live Well UNG
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Nighhawk Fest"
11:00 a.m.. -1:00 p.m.
522
Learn about UNG’s Registered Student Organizations (RSO) and sign up to get involved at the annual Nighthawks Fest Student Involvement Fair!
“Nigel’s Pieces” (Limited-Edition Puzzle of 50)
New students will have an opportunity to win and put together a limited “Nigel Pieces,” a limited-edition number puzzle. Some students will have an opportunity to glue and frame Nigel as a puzzle as well. Please check out Nighthawks Fest for a chance to win!
*Sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Event
Time
Location
Event Details
"Arcade Alley"
9:00 a.m.. - 5:30 p.m.
522
We are transforming the student resource center into a haven for gamers of all kinds! Stop in throughout the day to play various arcade games, challenge an opponent to ping pong or foosball, or show off your best moves on an arcade dance machine!