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.
Weeks of Welcome
Please join us for the fun and exciting Weeks of Welcome activities to learn more about the University while connecting with your peers.Blue Ridge Campus
Monday, August 17
- Student Convocation, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual
- Start the year off right with our annual student convocation welcome with messages from UNG Cabinet members and student leaders.
Thursday, August 20
- Comedian Jared Goldstein - 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (shows are 30 minutes each), Virtual - Zoom
- Comedian Jared Goldstein currently stars opposite Nicole Richie in the new Quibi series, Nikki Fre$h, and will be doing two virtual standup shows for our beloved Nighthawk Nation.
Saturday, August 22
- First Saturday of Service - All day, Virtual; #UNGTogether
- Virtual opportunity for the entire University community to engage in service across all of our service regions. Participate by doing local community service or "paying it forward" by doing a nice deed for someone else! Sponsored by the Civic Action Plan Committee
Monday, August 24
- Virtual Nighthawks Fest on UNG Connect begins - Virtual - UNG Connect
- Browse UNG's student organizations all week long during this virtual club and involvement fair.
- Student Involvement Panel - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn how to navigate the many student involvement opportunities at UNG through the advice of some upperclass student leaders. Tips for attending the virtual Nighthawks Fest will also be discussed.
Tuesday, August 25
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- Leadership at UNG: Virtual Interest Meeting - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn about leadership opportunities across all campuses.
- Career Chat Series - Meet the Recruiter: Enterprise Holdings - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Interested in working for a company where you can grow and work as a team? Career Services invites you to hear directly from an Enterprise Holdings recruiter and find out what it’s like to work for the company, the career and internship opportunities they have and more!
- "Say What?!" - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Virtual
- A fun show that teaches open and respectful dialogue
Wednesday, August 26
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- SGA Interest Meeting - 12:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn more about your Student Government Association and how to get involved.
- Handshake Demo - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Career Services invites you to join us for a demonstration of how to use Handshake to find jobs and internships! We’ll show you how to find the right employer, upload your resume, set job alerts and more!
Thursday, August 27
- "Greek-a-Palooza" - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Virtual
- Learn what Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) has to offer you by attending our virtual Greek-A-Palooza! All students are eligible to join fraternities and sororities regardless of home campus and we have 17 different fraternal organizations to get involved with. There will be students available from each organization to answer your questions and share their experience with you. Even if you aren't sure if fraternities and sororities are for you, join us to learn more and meet new people! Live chats will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, August 28
- Student Organization and Involvement Q&A - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Ask any remaining questions you have about joining student organizations and getting involved at UNG
Cumming Campus
Monday, August 17
- Student Convocation, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual
- Start the year off right with our annual student convocation welcome with messages from UNG Cabinet members and student leaders.
Wednesday, August 19
- "Welcome Back Snack Attack" - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Sidewalk
- We will be handing out individually wrapped snacks to students as they return to campus.
Thursday, August 20
- "Welcome Back Snack Attack" - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Sidewalk
- We will be handing out individually wrapped snacks to students as they return to campus.
- Comedian Jared Goldstein - 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (shows are 30 minutes each), Virtual - Zoom
- Comedian Jared Goldstein currently stars opposite Nicole Richie in the new Quibi series, Nikki Fre$h, and will be doing two virtual standup shows for our beloved Nighthawk Nation.
Saturday, August 22
- First Saturday of Service - All day, Virtual; #UNGTogether
- Virtual opportunity for the entire University community to engage in service across all of our service regions. Participate by doing local community service or "paying it forward" by doing a nice deed for someone else! Sponsored by the Civic Action Plan Committee
Monday, August 24
- Virtual Nighthawks Fest on UNG Connect begins - Virtual - UNG Connect
- Browse UNG's student organizations all week long during this virtual club and involvement fair.
- Student Involvement Panel - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn how to navigate the many student involvement opportunities at UNG through the advice of some upperclass student leaders. Tips for attending the virtual Nighthawks Fest will also be discussed.
Tuesday, August 25
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- Leadership at UNG: Virtual Interest Meeting - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn about leadership opportunities across all campuses.
- Career Chat Series - Meet the Recruiter: Enterprise Holdings - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Interested in working for a company where you can grow and work as a team? Career Services invites you to hear directly from an Enterprise Holdings recruiter and find out what it’s like to work for the company, the career and internship opportunities they have and more!
- "Say What?!" - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Virtual
- A fun show that teaches open and respectful dialogue
Wednesday, August 26
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- SGA Interest Meeting - 12:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn more about your Student Government Association and how to get involved.
- Handshake Demo - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Career Services invites you to join us for a demonstration of how to use Handshake to find jobs and internships! We’ll show you how to find the right employer, upload your resume, set job alerts and more!
Thursday, August 27
- "Greek-a-Palooza" - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Virtual
- Learn what Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) has to offer you by attending our virtual Greek-A-Palooza! All students are eligible to join fraternities and sororities regardless of home campus and we have 17 different fraternal organizations to get involved with. There will be students available from each organization to answer your questions and share their experience with you. Even if you aren't sure if fraternities and sororities are for you, join us to learn more and meet new people! Live chats will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, August 28
- Student Organization and Involvement Q&A - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Ask any remaining questions you have about joining student organizations and getting involved at UNG.
Dahlonega Campus
Wednesday, August 12
- RHA Virtual Bingo - All day, Virtual
- Play bingo all day virtually.
Thursday, August 13
- RHA Move-In Party - All day, Virtual
- Download Spotify playlist with a link and dance
Friday, August 14
- Move-In Movie Night - 8:00 p.m., Virtual
- RHA and Nighthawks Entertainment-DAH will be exclusively showing the film "Bad Boys for Life" (2020) virtually thru the RHA Movies platform
Saturday, August 15
- CitySolve U - Virtual and In-Person
- CitySolve U is a unique adventure race that is perfect to showcase points of interest on and off campus. It’s like The Amazing Race and Trivial Pursuit combined! Teams will solve clues and face fun challenges.
- RHA Event: RHA ROCKS - All around campus
- Scavenger hunt for painted rocks around campus, post pictures and tag us on instagram @ung_rha, chance to win a Chick-fil-A gift card
Sunday, August 16
- RHA Event: Instagram Room Decoration Competition - Virtual
- Post a picture of your dorm room and tag us @ung_rha, top rooms will be featured and one student will be selected to win a Chick-fil-A gift card
Monday, August 17
- Caffeine Pick-Me-Up - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Welcome students! Sponsored by The Living Room
- "Sealed With a Kiss" - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Delta Zeta sorority invites you to stop by their table to write letters to members of our armed forces serving overseas.
- Student Convocation - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual
- Start the year off right with our annual student convocation welcome with messages from UNG Cabinet members and student leaders.
- Weeks of Welcome T-Shirt Giveaway and Entering Class Pins - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- All students are invited to come get a WoW T-shirt and first year students at UNG are invited to pick up their entering class pins, a UNG tradition!
Tuesday, August 18
- Pop and Pastries - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Welcome students! Sponsored by The Living Room
- "Have a Great Day from Sigma Kay" - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Welcome Nighthawks! Stop by to learn more about the Sigma Kappa sisterhood and pick up some gear to keep you safe this fall.
- Alcohol Drunk Cart/Education - 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Join us for a drunk driving simulation course to explore the dangers of driving while under the influence. Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
Wednesday, August 19
- Welcome Tents - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Bus Stop near Hoag and Chow Dining Hall
- Welcome students and help with campus directions
- "Spin to Win" - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Welcome students! Sponsored by The Living Room
- Produce of the Month Kickoff - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Join us for the kick off of our “Produce of the Month” program, a partnership with Aramark, which introduces a different fruit or vegetable that is in season and local to GA. Come get a free sample of this month’s featured fruit, Apples! Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness
- "Drink Pink with Phi Mu" - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Phi Mu invites you to enjoy free popcorn and a drink!
- "POP by with DPhiE" - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- POP by to meet the sisters of Delta Phi Epsilon sorority.
Thursday, August 20
- Welcome Tents - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Bus Stop near Hoag and Chow Dining Hall
- Welcome students and help with campus directions
- "Tees to Dye For" - 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Promenade
- Alpha Gamma Delta sorority invites you to their 5th annual free Tie-Dye t-shirt event. Stop by and make a shirt.
- Chick-Fil-A Day - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Welcome students! Sponsored by The Living Room
- Comedian Jared Goldstein - 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (shows are 30 minutes each), Virtual - Zoom
- Comedian Jared Goldstein currently stars opposite Nicole Richie in the new Quibi series, Nikki Fre$h, and will be doing two virtual standup shows for our beloved Nighthawk Nation.
Friday, August 21
- "Stickers with Sigma Nu" - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Stop by for some free stickers from Sigma Nu fraternity.
- "Scoop at the Loop" - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Welcome students! Sponsored by The Living Room
Saturday, August 22
- First Saturday of Service - All day, Virtual; #UNGTogether
- Virtual opportunity for the entire University Community to engage in service across all of our service regions. Participate by doing local community service or "paying it forward" by doing a nice deed for someone else! Sponsored by the Civic Action Plan Committee
Monday, August 24
- Virtual Nighthawks Fest on UNG Connect begins - Virtual - UNG Connect
- Browse UNG's student organizations all week long during this virtual club and involvement fair.
- Student Involvement Panel - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn how to navigate the many student involvement opportunities at UNG through the advice of some upperclass student leaders. Tips for attending the virtual Nighthawks Fest will also be discussed.
Tuesday, August 25
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- "Home SWEET Home" - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hoag Patio
- Gamma Sigma Sigma invites you to stop to pick up some sweets and learn more about membership opportunities.
- Leadership at UNG: Virtual Interest Meeting - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn about leadership opportunities across all campuses.
- Career Chat Series - Meet the Recruiter: Enterprise Holdings - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Interested in working for a company where you can grow and work as a team? Career Services invites you to hear directly from an Enterprise Holdings recruiter and find out what it’s like to work for the company, the career and internship opportunities they have, and more!
- "Say What?!" - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Virtual
- A fun show that teaches open and respectful dialogue
Wednesday, August 26
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- Handshake Demo - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Career Services invites you to join us for a demonstration of how to use Handshake to find jobs and internships! We’ll show you how to find the right employer, upload your resume, set job alerts, and more!
- SGA Interest Meeting - 12:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn more about your Student Government Association and how to get involved.
Thursday, August 27
- "Greek-a-Palooza" - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Virtual
- Learn what Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) has to offer you by attending our virtual Greek-A-Palooza! All students are eligible to join fraternities and sororities regardless of home campus and we have 17 different fraternal organizations to get involved with. There will be students available from each organization to answer your questions and share their experience with you. Even if you aren't sure if fraternities and sororities are for you; join us to learn more and meet new people! Live chats will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- The Nighthawk Luau - 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., Promenade
- Nighthawks Entertainment invites you to wear Hawaiian-themed attire and participate in social distancing activities like limbo, hula hooping and more!
Friday, August 28
- Student Organization and Involvement Q&A - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Ask any remaining questions you have about joining student organizations and getting involved at UNG.
Gainesville Campus
Monday, August 17
- Student Convocation, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual
- Start the year off right with our annual student convocation welcome with messages from UNG Cabinet members and student leaders.
- Weeks of Welcome T-Shirt Giveaway and Entering Class Pins - 1:00 p.m., Student Center Patio
- All students are invited to come get a WoW t-shirt and first year students at UNG are invited to pick up their entering class pins, a UNG tradition!
Wednesday, August 19
- Welcome Tents - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Student Center Patio and Nesbitt Lobby
- Welcome students and help with campus directions
- Nighthawks Entertainment Street Signs - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Student Center Patio
- Nighthawks Entertainment will be giving away free customized street signs to students that say "Hawk 'Em"
Thursday, August 20
- Welcome Tents - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Student Center Patio and Nesbitt Lobby
- Welcome students and help with campus directions
- Nighthawks Entertainment Street Signs - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Student Center Patio
- Nighthawks Entertainment will be giving away free customized street signs to students that say "Hawk 'Em"
- Comedian Jared Goldstein - 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (shows are 30 minutes each), Virtual - Zoom
- Comedian Jared Goldstein currently stars opposite Nicole Richie in the new Quibi series, Nikki Fre$h, and will be doing two virtual standup shows for our beloved Nighthawk Nation.
Saturday, August 22
- First Saturday of Service - All day, Virtual; #UNGTogether
- Virtual opportunity for the entire University community to engage in service across all of our service regions. Participate by doing local community service or "paying it forward" by doing a nice deed for someone else! Sponsored by the Civic Action Plan Committee
Monday, August 24
- Virtual Nighthawks Fest on UNG Connect begins - Virtual - UNG Connect
- Browse UNG's student organizations all week long during this virtual club and involvement fair.
- Student Involvement Panel - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn how to navigate the many student involvement opportunities at UNG through the advice of some upperclass student leaders. Tips for attending the virtual Nighthawks Fest will also be discussed.
Tuesday, August 25
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- Leadership at UNG: Virtual Interest Meeting - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn about leadership opportunities across all campuses.
- Career Chat Series - Meet the Recruiter: Enterprise Holdings - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Interested in working for a company where you can grow and work as a team? Career Services invites you to hear directly from an Enterprise Holdings recruiter and find out what it’s like to work for the company, the career and internship opportunities they have and more!
- "Say What?!" - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Virtual
- A fun show that teaches open and respectful dialogue
Wednesday, August 26
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- SGA Interest Meeting - 12:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn more about your Student Government Association and how to get involved.
- Handshake Demo - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Career Services invites you to join us for a demonstration of how to use Handshake to find jobs and internships! We’ll show you how to find the right employer, upload your resume, set job alerts and more!
Thursday, August 27
- "Greek-a-Palooza" - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Virtual
- Learn what Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) has to offer you by attending our virtual Greek-A-Palooza! All students are eligible to join fraternities and sororities regardless of home campus and we have 17 different fraternal organizations to get involved with. There will be students available from each organization to answer your questions and share their experience with you. Even if you aren't sure if fraternities and sororities are for you, join us to learn more and meet new people! Live chats will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society Induction - 5:30 p.m., Quad
- Induction ceremony for new members of Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha) honor society for first generation college students
Friday, August 28
- Student Organization and Involvement Q&A - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Ask any remaining questions you have about joining student organizations and getting involved at UNG.
Oconee Campus
Monday, August 17
- Student Convocation, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual
- Start the year off right with our annual student convocation welcome with messages from UNG Cabinet members and student leaders.
- Weeks of Welcome T-Shirt Giveaway and Entering Class Pins - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Quad
- All students are invited to come get a WoW t-shirt and first year students at UNG are invited to pick up their entering class pins, a UNG tradition!
Wednesday, August 19
- Welcome Tents - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Quad
- Welcome students and help with campus directions
Thursday, August 20
- Welcome Tents - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Quad
- Welcome students and help with campus directions
- Comedian Jared Goldstein - 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (shows are 30 minutes each), Virtual - Zoom
- Comedian Jared Goldstein currently stars opposite Nicole Richie in the new Quibi series, Nikki Fre$h, and will be doing two virtual standup shows for our beloved Nighthawk Nation.
Saturday, August 22
- First Saturday of Service - All day, Virtual; #UNGTogether
- Virtual opportunity for the entire University community to engage in service across all of our service regions. Participate by doing local community service or "paying it forward" by doing a nice deed for someone else! Sponsored by the Civic Action Plan Committee
Monday, August 24
- Virtual Nighthawks Fest on UNG Connect begins - Virtual - UNG Connect
- Browse UNG's student organizations all week long during this virtual club and involvement fair.
- Student Involvement Panel - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn how to navigate the many student involvement opportunities at UNG through the advice of some upperclass student leaders. Tips for attending the virtual Nighthawks Fest will also be discussed.
Tuesday, August 25
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- Leadership at UNG: Virtual Interest Meeting - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn about leadership opportunities across all campuses.
- Career Chat Series - Meet the Recruiter: Enterprise Holdings - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Interested in working for a company where you can grow and work as a team? Career Services invites you to hear directly from an Enterprise Holdings recruiter and find out what it’s like to work for the company, the career and internship opportunities they have and more!
- "Say What?!" - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Virtual
- A fun show that teaches open and respectful dialogue
Wednesday, August 26
- Live Virtual Nighthawks Fest - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Virtual - UNG Connect
- Live online or video chat with student organization representatives
- SGA Interest Meeting - 12:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Learn more about your Student Government Association and how to get involved.
- Handshake Demo - 4:00 p.m., Virtual
- Career Services invites you to join us for a demonstration of how to use Handshake to find jobs and internships! We’ll show you how to find the right employer, upload your resume, set job alerts and more!
- Grab and Go Welcome Lunch - 12:00 p.m., Quad
- Free lunch pickup for students
- Grab and Go Welcome Dinner - 5:00 p.m., Quad
- Free dinner pickup for students
Thursday, August 27
- "Greek-a-Palooza" - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Virtual
- Learn what Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) has to offer you by attending our virtual Greek-A-Palooza! All students are eligible to join fraternities and sororities regardless of home campus and we have 17 different fraternal organizations to get involved with. There will be students available from each organization to answer your questions and share their experience with you. Even if you aren't sure if fraternities and sororities are for you, join us to learn more and meet new people! Live chats will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, August 28
- Student Organization and Involvement Q&A - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Virtual - Microsoft Teams
- Ask any remaining questions you have about joining student organizations and getting involved at UNG.