Welcome Week

September 2-14, 2025

Please note that Welcome Week 2025 is still being assembled. Feel free to check out Welcome Week 2024 to get an idea of all the great events we have offered!

Welcome Week is our celebration of new students! This week's events help students feel comfortable in their new campus environment, learn information you need for your time at UWL, and participate in activities with other students, staff, and community members.

These events are subject to change. Be sure to check back frequently for the most up to date information.

Time	Event	Description	Location
Ongoing	Group Fitness Free Week	All Group Fitness classes are free for the first week of school. View the class schedule on the Rec Sports app or website. No pre-registration is required, except for cycling classes. Just bring your Eagle ID or Rec Sports App barcode. Save $5 with the early bird registration period that ends on Sunday, September 7th. Sponsored by: Rec Sports	REC
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.	Drop-in Academic Advising	Uncertain of your major or your fall classes? Stop by during drop-in hours and chat with an academic advisor. Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services	1209 Centennial Hall
10 a.m.-12 p.m.	First Day of School Photos	Stop by the Office of Student Life and take a photo! Sponsored by: Student Life	149 Graff Main Hall
11-11:30 a.m.	Education Abroad 101	UWL offers various study abroad/away programs. To start your search, you must attend an Education Abroad 101 session before meeting with an advisor. Sessions occur weekly on Monday at 10am, Tuesday at 11am, and Thursday at 4pm (on regular academic days). No reservation is needed, and you only need to attend once. More details are available on the Education Abroad 101 site.	1140 Centennial Hall
1-4 p.m.	Drops with Cops	Grab a refreshment and meet University Police! Sponsored by: University Police Department	University Police Department (Parking Ramp)
4 p.m.	UWL Soccer	UWL Eagles vs UW-Superior. All UWL students get in free with their Eagle ID. Sponsored by: Athletics	Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
5:20 p.m.	Theatre/Dance Major/Minor/All Interested Information Meeting	Come learn what it means to be part of the Theatre and Dance department! Sponsored by: Department of Theatre and Dance	Toland Theatre, Lowe Center for the Arts

Time	Event	Description	Location
Ongoing	Group Fitness Free Week	All Group Fitness classes are free for the first week of school. View the class schedule on the Rec Sports app or website. No pre-registration is required, except for cycling classes. Just bring your Eagle ID or Rec Sports App barcode. Save $5 with the early bird registration period that ends on Sunday, September 7th. Sponsored by: Rec Sports	REC
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.	Drop-in Academic Advising	Uncertain of your major or your fall classes? Stop by during drop-in hours and chat with an academic advisor. Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services	1209 Centennial Hall
10 a.m.-1 p.m.	Sample the City & Volunteer Fair	Check out La Crosse area businesses and non-profit organizations as they promote their services right here on campus! Sample free food, pick up free product samples and coupons for future use, and get to know more about the La Crosse area community businesses and services. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board (CAB) and Leadership and Involvement Center (LIC)	Student Union Lawn
10 a.m.-2 p.m.	Part Time Job Fair	Employers that will be in attendance can be found in Handshake. Sponsored by: Career Services & Financial Aid Office	Student Union, Bluffs
2-6 p.m.	Tutoring & Learning Center Open House	The Tutoring & Learning Center is the go-to resource for academic support. From math and science to writing and public speaking, expert help is available in a welcoming environment. Stop by the Open House to explore the many ways the Tutoring & Learning Center supports student success!	Tutoring & Learning Center, Murphy Library, Second Floor
5:30-6:30 p.m.	Grocery Bingo	Join the It Make$ Cents! Team for a fun and educational BINGO event focused on managing your finances and budgeting for groceries. Learn valuable tips from the Scholarship Resource Center on how to afford tuition, and play for chances to win grocery prize bags. Bonus Opportunities: Attend events for a chance to win a $50 scholarship. Attend an event and complete a financial consultation to boost your chance to win a $150 scholarship. Cha-ching! Make your time and money count! Sponsored by: It Make$ Cents and Scholarship Resource Center	Student Union, Entertainment Cafe (Lower Level)
7 p.m.	Bingo	Try your luck at Bingo! There will be several rounds and opportunities to win some great prizes! Sponsored by: CAB	Student Union, Entertainment Cafe

Time	Event	Description	Location
Ongoing	Group Fitness Free Week	All Group Fitness classes are free for the first week of school. View the class schedule on the Rec Sports app or website. No pre-registration is required, except for cycling classes. Just bring your Eagle ID or Rec Sports App barcode. Save $5 with the early bird registration period that ends on Sunday, September 7th. Sponsored by: Rec Sports	REC
8:30 – 10 a.m	Sexual Health Month Celebration	Celebrate with the Peer Health Advocates and free donuts! Plus, free sexual health supplies and giveaways for all UWL students. Sponsored by: Wellness and Health Advocacy	Student Union, First Floor
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.	Drop-in Academic Advising	Uncertain of your major or your fall classes? Stop by during drop-in hours and chat with an academic advisor. Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services	1209 Centennial Hall
2 p.m.-4:30 p.m.	Campus Thread Closet	Campus Thread is a FREE UWL community clothing closet. We have jeans, pants, blouses, shirts, skirts, dresses, UWL apparel and career clothing. Sponsored by: Center for Civil Dialogue & Civic Engagement	1120 Centennial Hall
4-4:30 p.m.	Education Abroad 101	UWL offers various study abroad/away programs. To start your search, you must attend an Education Abroad 101 session before meeting with an advisor. Sessions occur weekly on Monday at 10am, Tuesday at 11am, and Thursday at 4pm (on regular academic days). No reservation is needed, and you only need to attend once. More details are available on the Education Abroad 101 site.	1140 Centennial Hall
5:30 p.m.	Moon Tunes	Free concert series in Riverside Park. Featuring Screaming Eagles Marching Band!	Riverside Park
7-8 p.m.	Cru Weekly Meeting	Cru is a place for students to come together, relate with each other, and grow closer in community and relationship with God. Join us and meet someone new. Get connected with like minded people and explore the things that matter. If you're looking to find an engaging community that has their hearts set on things that are above and with events all around campus you've come to the right place.  Sponsored by: Cru	260 Graff Main Hall
7-9 p.m.	Slime Making	DISTEM hosts a slime making event in the Student Union! Make some slime and meet some new friends! Sponsored by: DISTEM	E-Cafe, Student Union, Lower Level

Time	Event	Description	Location
Ongoing	Group Fitness Free Week	All Group Fitness classes are free for the first week of school. View the class schedule on the Rec Sports app or website. No pre-registration is required, except for cycling classes. Just bring your Eagle ID or Rec Sports App barcode. Save $5 with the early bird registration period that ends on Sunday, September 7th. Sponsored by: Rec Sports	REC
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.	Drop-in Academic Advising	Uncertain of your major or your fall classes? Stop by during drop-in hours and chat with an academic advisor. Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services	1209 Centennial Hall
4 p.m.	UWL Soccer	UWL Eagles vs Lawerence University. All UWL students get in free with their Eagle ID. Sponsored by: Athletics	Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
4-9 p.m.	Eagle Fest	Join us around campus to enjoy Live Music, Games, Snacks, and FREE Prizes! Visit uwlax.edu/event/eaglefest/ for all event details!	Badger Street/Student Union Lawn
9-11 p.m.	Silent Disco After Party	Celebrate the end of the first week of classes--and Eagle Fest--by joining your friends in a Silent Disco. We promise a great time!	Student Union Lawn

Time	Event	Description	Location
Ongoing	Group Fitness Free Week	All Group Fitness classes are free for the first week of school. View the class schedule on the Rec Sports app or website. No pre-registration is required, except for cycling classes. Just bring your Eagle ID or Rec Sports App barcode. Save $5 with the early bird registration period that ends on Sunday, September 7th. Sponsored by: Rec Sports	REC
11 a.m.-6 p.m.	Pride in the Park	Everyone is welcome to attend the City of La Crosse's annual Pride event. This event is free and open to the public. There will be entertainment, food, and lots of organizations that support the LGBTQ+ community. Come on down and say hello to the Pride Center! Sponsored by: The 7 Rivers Center LGBTQ Connection	Riverside Park
3 p.m.	UWL Soccer	UWL Eagles vs Grinnell College. All UWL students get in free with their Eagle ID. Sponsored by: Athletics	Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex

Time

Event

Description

Location

3:25 p.m.

Packer Game

Need a place to watch the game? Cheer on the green and gold as they take on the Detroit Lions!

Sponsored by: University Centers and New Student and Family Programs

Entertainment Cafe, Lower Lever Student Union

Time	Event	Description	Location
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.	Drop-in Academic Advising	Uncertain of your major or your fall classes? Stop by during drop-in hours and chat with an academic advisor. Sponsored by: Academic Advising Center & Career Services	1209 Centennial Hall
10-10:30 a.m.	Education Abroad 101	UWL offers various study abroad/away programs. To start your search, you must attend an Education Abroad 101 session before meeting with an advisor. Sessions occur weekly on Monday at 10am, Tuesday at 11am, and Thursday at 4pm (on regular academic days). No reservation is needed, and you only need to attend once. More details are available on the Education Abroad 101 site.	1140 Centennial Hall
4-6 p.m.	Second Year Welcome	Welcome back, Second Years! You’re invited to join Second Year Experience for the 2024 Second Year Welcome celebration! Meet your peers, make collage jars, learn about resources on campus, and check out upcoming opportunities to kick off an awesome second year! Sponsored by: Second Year Experience	Student Union 3105

Time	Event	Description	Location
9 a.m.-4 p.m.	Free Credit Check	Get a better understanding of your finances with an Express Credit Check-up from UW Credit Union. These free, confidential, one-on-one meetings offer the chance to review your finances with a UW Credit Union financial specialist. Tailored to your specific needs, an Express Credit Check-up offers you the chance to take a deep dive into your credit score and explore money-saving opportunities, all in about 30-minutes. Sponsored by: UW Credit Union	Student Union, UW Credit Union (First Level)
11-11:30 a.m.	Education Abroad 101	UWL offers various study abroad/away programs. To start your search, you must attend an Education Abroad 101 session before meeting with an advisor. Sessions occur weekly on Monday at 10am, Tuesday at 11am, and Thursday at 4pm (on regular academic days). No reservation is needed, and you only need to attend once. More details are available on the Education Abroad 101 site.	1140 Centennial Hall
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Sexual Health Month Celebration	Celebrate Sexual Health Month with the Peer Health Advocates! Activities, free sexual health supplies, fun freebies and more will be available for all UWL students. Sponsored by: Wellness and Health Advocacy	Clocktower
12-4 p.m.	Access, Belonging, & Compliance Open House	The Office of Access, Belonging & Compliance would like to invite you to our Open House Take this opportunity to visit our various offices in the division. There will be snacks! Visit each office and potentially win a prize! Sponsored by: Access, Belonging, & Compliance	Various Locations
4:30-5:30 p.m.	Rolling in the Dough	Being a college student is tough—but don’t stress about your dough! Join our financial peer mentors to get practical tips and resources on budgeting and making ends meet. Plus, enjoy a sweet treat at our cookie dough bar while learning how to roll in your own cash with a solid financial plan. Bonus Opportunities: Attend events for a chance to win a $50 scholarship. Attend an event and complete a financial consultation to boost your chance to win a $150 scholarship. Cha-ching! Make your time and money count! Sponsored by: It Makes Cents and Scholarship Resource Center	1300 Centennial Hall
5 p.m.	Pin the Uterus	How well do you actually know anatomy? Swing by the Student Union Lawn and find out! Sponsored by: PERIOD@UWL	Student Union Lawn

Time	Event	Description	Location
11 a.m.-2 p.m.	Involvement Fair	Involvement Fest is a campus classic open to all students. Take the first steps to becoming involved at UWL by connecting with more than 100 Student Organizations! Sponsored by: The COVE and The Leadership and Involvement Center	Student Union Lawn
1-4 p.m.	Drops with Cops	Grab a refreshment and meet University Police! Sponsored by: University Police Department	University Police Department (Parking Ramp)
5:30-7 p.m.	ISO Welcome Back Bash	Welcome back! Join International Education and Engagement as we welcome back all our students and introduce our new International Students to campus! Sponsored by: International Education and Engagement	Student Union 3105

Time	Event	Description	Location
9-10:30 a.m.	Sexual Health Month Celebration	Celebrate Sexual Health Month with the Peer Health Advocates! Activities, free sexual health supplies, fun freebies and more will be available for all UWL students. Sponsored by: Wellness and Health Advocacy	Student Union, First Floor
4-4:30 p.m.	Education Abroad 101	UWL offers various study abroad/away programs. To start your search, you must attend an Education Abroad 101 session before meeting with an advisor. Sessions occur weekly on Monday at 10am, Tuesday at 11am, and Thursday at 4pm (on regular academic days). No reservation is needed, and you only need to attend once. More details are available on the Education Abroad 101 site.	1140 Centennial Hall
4:30-5:30	Writing in College 101: What Your Professors Expect	Sponsored by: The Writing Center	Tutoring and Learning Center, Murphy Library
5:30 p.m.	Moon Tunes	Free concert series in Riverside Park	Riverside Park
6-7 p.m.	Condom Bingo	Kick off the semester with some friendly competition! The Peer Health advocates and Planned Parenthood invite you to Condom Bingo with prizes from Pleasures! Sponsored by: Wellness and Health Advocacy	Student Union Entertainment Cafe
7-8 p.m.	Cru Weekly Meeting	Cru is a place for students to come together, relate with each other, and grow closer in community and relationship with God. Join us and meet someone new. Get connected with like minded people and explore the things that matter. If you're looking to find an engaging community that has their hearts set on things that are above and with events all around campus you've come to the right place.  Sponsored by: Cru	260 Graff Main Hall

Time	Event	Description	Location
3:30-4 p.m.	Cru Beanbag Registration		Eagle/Coate Field
4-8 p.m.	Cru Beanbag Tournament	Whether you call it corn hole or bags, come join Cru for our 3rd annual bean bag tournament! Find a teammate, warm up the ‘ol arm, and try your hand at winning some prizes playing against other competitors. We’ll also have chances to win raffle prizes along with free food, drinks, and snacks for all who come! For information on how to register, visit a weekly meeting on Thursdays at 8:00 PM in 260 Graff Hall. Sponsored by: Cru	Eagle/Coate Field
7 p.m.	Eagles @ Nite	TBD	TBD

Time

Event

Description

Location

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sandblast Volleyball Tournament

Kick off the semester with some sand volleyball! This tournament is 4v4, with pool play in the morning, moving into a single elimination tournament in the afternoon. Games will be played on sand volleyball