Week of Welcome 2024
We know you’ve been waiting for this. We have, too. Week of Welcome (WOW) and your first day of classes at the UO are almost here!
Join us for WOW, a chance to make friends, be part of our traditions, get involved, and take those final steps in your transition to the University of Oregon.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
8:30–9:15 a.m.
Discover the history behind Eugene’s nickname “TrackTown USA” on a 3.7-mile tour of running trails surrounding the UO campus. Ambassadors run at a comfortable pace (10-minute mile) and stop frequently to point out landmarks, for an approximately 45-minute experience. Sign-up for a tour using the following form: Running Tour Sign-Up Form
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the traditions of the UO through activities and events and connect with community partners who want to welcome you and your Ducks family to the city of Eugene. Students, parents, and family members are welcomed!
Meet up with the Oregon Pit Crew before heading to Papé Field. Bring your UO ID card and a clear bag for your belongings.
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Meet up with the Oregon Pit Crew before heading to Papé Field. Bring your UO ID card and a clear bag for your belongings.
Join the Residence Hall Association (RHA) for games and tournaments with your new hallmates.
7:00–9:00 p.m.
Join the Residence Hall Association (RHA) for games and tournaments with your new hallmates.
8:30–9:15 a.m.
Discover the history behind Eugene’s nickname “TrackTown USA” on a 3.7-mile tour of running trails surrounding the UO campus. Ambassadors run at a comfortable pace (10-minute mile) and stop frequently to point out landmarks, for an approximately 45-minute experience. Sign-up for a tour using the following form: Running Tour Sign-Up Form
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the traditions of the UO through activities and events and connect with community partners who want to welcome you and your Ducks family to the city of Eugene. Students, parents, and family members are welcomed!
10:30–11:00 a.m.
Thor is the UO's official explosive detection K9, who works hard every day to keep campus and UO events safe. Come meet Thor and his handler, UOPD Officer Anthony Button, as they show you a day in the life of their work at the UO.
Meet up with the Oregon Pit Crew before heading to Matthew Knight Arena. Bring your UO ID card and a clear bag for your belongings.
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Meet up with the Oregon Pit Crew before heading to Matthew Knight Arena. Bring your UO ID card and a clear bag for your belongings.
8:00–10:00 p.m.
The Flock Party provides a fun, interactive, and informative celebration to welcome students and set the tone for the new year. Find an organization to join, get free food and swag, and have a blast at the UO's block party we call the Flock Party!
Come for music, food, live performances, games, competition, and more. Learn about all the Rec Center has to offer while you’re a Duck.
9:00–10:30 p.m.
Come for music, food, live performances, games, competition, and more. Learn about all the Rec Center has to offer while you’re a Duck.
Take this opportunity to explore majors, minors, and new fields of study. This is a great time to learn about all the ways to learn!
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Take this opportunity to explore majors, minors, and new fields of study. This is a great time to learn about all the ways to learn!
1:00–3:00 p.m.
No need to get lost. Bring your fall schedule and your walking shoes. We’ll help you look like an expert on your first day of classes. Personalized tours will depart every few minutes. Arrive anytime between 1-2:45 p.m.
3:00–5:00 p.m.
The Erb Memorial Union (EMU) is your student union, where you can get involved, find your people, learn new crafts, meet new friends, adopt a favorite student spot, and more. Come see for yourself!
8:00 p.m.
Parents and families are invited to be a part of your own watch party experience! Gather with other Duck family members at the Graduate Eugene's Top Golf Suite to watch Oregon Ducks football vs. UCLA Bruins.
Join us for the film Migration! Bring a blanket for the lawn and wear a cozy ‘fit to enjoy a movie under the stars.
9:00–11:00 p.m.
Join us for the film Migration! Bring a blanket for the lawn and wear a cozy ‘fit to enjoy a movie under the stars.
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
No need to get lost. Bring your fall schedule and your walking shoes. We’ll help you look like an expert on your first day of classes. Personalized tours will depart every few minutes. Arrive anytime between 10-11:45 a.m.
Meet other new transfer students and get connected to clubs and resources just for transfer students.
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Meet other new transfer students and get connected to clubs and resources just for transfer students.
Your academic journey starts here.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Your academic journey starts here.
2:00–3:00 p.m.
After New Student Convocation, follow other students and family members to Autzen Stadium for the class photo and pep rally. It’s over the river and through the woods. Experience this fall tradition as one class.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this iconic tradition and get a new Ducks shirt while you’re at it.
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this iconic tradition and get a new Ducks shirt while you’re at it.
Wear your best UO and Ducks gear while attending your official first day of college. You’ve got this!
Wear your best UO and Ducks gear while attending your official first day of college. You’ve got this!
Meet other new transfer students and meet some of our transfer team members.
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Meet other new transfer students and meet some of our transfer team members.
PARENT AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES
8:30–9:15 a.m.
Discover the history behind Eugene’s nickname “TrackTown USA” on a 3.7-mile tour of running trails surrounding the UO campus. Ambassadors run at a comfortable pace (10-minute mile) and stop frequently to point out landmarks, for an approximately 45-minute experience. Sign-up for a tour using the following form: Running Tour Sign-Up Form
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the traditions of the UO through activities and events and connect with community partners who want to welcome you and your Ducks family to the city of Eugene. Students, parents, and family members are welcomed!
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
We invite you to visit us at the Parent and Family Lounge during move-in. Come relax, enjoy refreshments, write a letter to your student, and meet university faculty members and staff. This is an informal space and families are welcome to come and go as they please.
8:30–9:15 a.m.
Discover the history behind Eugene’s nickname “TrackTown USA” on a 3.7-mile tour of running trails surrounding the UO campus. Ambassadors run at a comfortable pace (10-minute mile) and stop frequently to point out landmarks, for an approximately 45-minute experience. Sign-up for a tour using the following form: Running Tour Sign-Up Form
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the traditions of the UO through activities and events and connect with community partners who want to welcome you and your Ducks family to the city of Eugene. Students, parents, and family members are welcomed!
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
We invite you to visit us at the Parent and Family Lounge during move-in. Come relax, enjoy refreshments, write a letter to your student, and meet university faculty members and staff. This is an informal space and families are welcome to come and go as they please.
10:30–11:00 a.m.
Thor is the UO's official explosive detection K9, who works hard every day to keep campus and UO events safe. Come meet Thor and his handler, UOPD Officer Anthony Button, as they show you a day in the life of their work at the UO.
8:00 p.m.
Parents and families are invited to be a part of your own watch party experience! Gather with other Duck family members at the Graduate Eugene's Top Golf Suite to watch Oregon Ducks football vs. UCLA Bruins.
Your academic journey starts here.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Your academic journey starts here.
2:00–3:00 p.m.
After New Student Convocation, follow other students and family members to Autzen Stadium for the class photo and pep rally. It’s over the river and through the woods. Experience this fall tradition as one class.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this iconic tradition and get a new Ducks shirt while you’re at it.
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this iconic tradition and get a new Ducks shirt while you’re at it.
Wear your best UO and Ducks gear while attending your official first day of college. You’ve got this!
Wear your best UO and Ducks gear while attending your official first day of college. You’ve got this!