Sanford Hall
A page within New Student & Family Programs
- BOLD events ARE MANDATORY for new students
- All other events are open to all UWL students
- Time and location for events are hall specific
- Events are subject to change, be sure to check back for the most up to date information.
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Time |
Event |
Description |
Location |
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5:30-8 p.m. |
Moon Tunes |
Free Concert series in Riverside Park. Sponsored by: Valley View Rotary |
Riverside Park |
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7 p.m. |
Theater Thursday - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 |
Join us for this week’s free movie in the Student Union Theater! To check out what movie will be showing this week and to view the trailer, visit uwlax.edu/cab/movies/. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board (CAB) |
Student Union, Movie Theater |
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Time |
Event |
Description |
Location |
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3 p.m. |
Academic and Career Trivia |
Want a chance to play trivia, win prizes and learn about potential career opportunities? Join us for an interactive trivia game where you will learn about resources available for you to find your dream career, where past UWL students have ended up, and how to make the most of your time on campus! Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services (AACCS) |
1309 Centennial Hall |
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3 p.m. |
Women's Soccer vs College of Saint Benedict |
Come support the Eagle’s in their soccer match against College of Saint Benedict. Admission is FREE with your Eagle ID. Sponsored by: UWL Athletics |
Veteran’s Memorial Field Sports Complex |
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4 p.m. |
Academic and Career Trivia |
Want a chance to play trivia, win prizes and learn about potential career opportunities? Join us for an interactive trivia game where you will learn about resources available for you to find your dream career, where past UWL students have ended up, and how to make the most of your time on campus! Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services (AACCS) |
1309 Centennial Hall |
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6 p.m. |
Free Movie Friday - The Little Mermaid |
Join us for this week’s free movie in the Student Union Theater! To check out what movie will be showing this week and to view the trailer, visit uwlax.edu/cab/movies/. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board (CAB) |
Student Union, Movie Theater |
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8 p.m. |
CAB Bingo |
Join CAB for NSO BINGO Night and a chance to win a prize! Sponsored by: CAB |
Student Union, Entertainment Café |
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8:30 p.m. |
Free Movie Friday - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 |
Join us for this week’s free movie in the Student Union Theater! To check out what movie will be showing this week and to view the trailer, visit uwlax.edu/cab/movies/. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board (CAB) |
Student Union, Movie Theater |
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Residence Hall Activities |
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Time |
Event |
Description |
Location |
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10-11 a.m. |
VAR Training |
Join Active Minds in learning how to support your friends if they are struggling with their mental health. Freshman year is a tough adjustment for many students, but it can be easier knowing there are people around you who can Validate your emotions, Appreciate your honesty, and Refer you to healthy and productive ways to heal your mental health. Sponsored by: Active Minds |
3110 Student Union |
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10 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Biking Around La Crosse with Drift Cycle (register here) |
Learn how to utilize Drift Cycle Bikes, become familiar with popular bike routes and destinations in La Crosse, and learn about bike and lock safety. This event is for any student interested in biking around La Crosse and is not required to utilize Drift Cycle Bikes to participate. However, if you are planning to use Drift Cycle Bikes, you will need to reserve a bike prior to the event. Sponsored by: Drift Cycle Bikes |
Student Union Lawn |
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4 p.m. |
Cinema Saturday - The Little Mermaid |
Join us for this week’s free movie in the Student Union Theater! To check out what movie will be showing this week and to view the trailer, visit uwlax.edu/cab/movies/. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board (CAB)
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Student Union, Movie Theater |
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4:30-7 p.m. *This is the correct time* |
Outdoor Picnic |
Whitney Dining Center Vestibule: Optional seating indoors or outdoors. |
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4:30-7 p.m. |
Ice Cream Social |
Get the scoop on philanthropy at UWL! Visit our table at the Outdoor Picnic for a free scoop of ice cream in a custom bowl and information on scholarship opportunities and becoming a philanthropy ambassador. Sponsored by: Student Philanthropy Council |
Coate Field |
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7 p.m. |
Cinema Saturday - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 |
Join us for this week’s free movie in the Student Union Theater! To check out what movie will be showing this week and to view the trailer, visit uwlax.edu/cab/movies/. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board (CAB) |
Student Union, Movie Theater |
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8 p.m. |
Hypnotist ChrisJones |
UWL Alum ChrisJones is a hypnotist, comedian, and the host of upcoming prank series Double Take on Facebook Watch. In 2015, he made headlines by being the ONLY hypnotist ever to appear on America’s Got Talent when he successfully hypnotized judge Howie Mandel into doing the impossible. Join CAB in kicking off the year with ChrisJones and get ready to laugh! |
Student Union, The Bluffs |
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Time |
Event |
Description |
Location |
| 8-10 a.m. | Breakfast | Whitney Center | |
| 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Lunch | Whitney Center | |
| 1:30-2:50 p.m. | Eagle Guide Group Time | Location will be sent via email prior to this date. | |
| 3-4:30 p.m. | University Welcome and Class Photo | UWL Fieldhouse | |
| 5-6:30 p.m. | Residence Hall Meetings | ||
| 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Dinner | Whitney Center | |
| 6-8 p.m. | Frolf Fest |
Join us the UWL Disc Golf Club to test out our new community discs. Challenge yourself with our putting course for the chance to win a prize. Sponsored by: The Disc Golf Club |
Eagle/Coate Field |
| 6-8 p.m. | Yard Games |
Join FSL in yard games on Drake Field. Meet new people and see who has the best bag toss! Sponsored by: Fraternity and Sorority Life |
Drake Field |
| 7-10 p.m. | Swing Dancing |
The opening swing dancing event will be a beginner friendly lesson on east coast swing followed up by social dancing where they can try out the new moves they just learned and meet new people! Sponsored by: Ballroom and Swing Dancing Club
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Student Union Lawn |
| 9 p.m. | Moonlight Mile |
Come walk or run a mile through campus with Rec Sports! The route starts at Hoeschler Tower and finishes in Roger Harring Stadium under the lights with games and music. No advance registration is required. Arrive early as the first 250 students that check-in get free glow sticks! Sponsored by: REC |
Hoeschler Tower |
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Residence Hall Activities |
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Time |
Event |
Description |
Location |
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11 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Hate/Uncycled Discussion |
An exploration of diversity and how our differences make us stronger. |
Graff Main Hall Auditorium |
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12-1 p.m. |
Lunch |
Whitney Center | |
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3:30-5 p.m. |
Sex Signals |
Through its unorthodox, humor-facilitated, and inclusive approach to examining our culture, sex, and prevention strategies like bystander intervention, Sex Signals is one of the most popular sexual assault prevention programs on college campuses. |
Student Union, The Bluffs |
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5:30-6:30 p.m. |
Dinner |
Whitney Center | |
| 6-8 p.m. | REC Fest |
Come learn everything you need to know about Rec Sports! We will have representatives from all areas to talk to you about our programs, employment opportunities, and spaces around the REC. Register for intramurals, talk with sport clubs, interact with staff, learn about the Outdoor Connection, check out the Fitness Center and climbing wall, and so much more. GIVEAWAYS & PRIZES! Sponsored by: REC |
REC |
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Residence Hall Activities |
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