Welcome Week 2023

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer Music students.*

Meet and greet with the head of the Wells School of Music, Dr. Chris Hanning.

*Large Crowd

Campus may seem large (it's 403 acres after all!), but you got this! Current students are here to walk you around campus to check out where your classes will be held. Bring your class schedule!

While you wait for your tour, you will have the opportunity to build a flower bouquet!

You can also snag a free specialty coffee from Blue Wren Coffee House at their boutique coffee truck!

*Physical Activity (Walking)

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer Business & Public Management students.*

Meet and greet with the head of the College of Business & Public Management, Dr. Evan Leach.

WCU's academic programs are organized into 6 colleges and 1 school. This meeting is an opportunity for students in the College of Business & Public Management to get to know their faculty and staff and prepare for the semester.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Goshen, Killinger, and Schmidt.*

Join us at our Dean of Students Roundtable to learn more about campus and the academic/cocurricular opportunities here at WCU!

Using light to moderate free weights and a barbell with lots of repetition, BODYPUMP gives you a total body workout. You'll leave the workout feeling challenged and motivated, ready to come back for more.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students first-year students living in Brandywine and Commonwealth.*

Join us at our Dean of Students Roundtable to learn more about campus and the academic/cocurricular opportunities here at WCU!

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students first-year students living in Allegheny and Tyson.*

Join us at our Dean of Students Roundtable to learn more about campus and the academic/cocurricular opportunities here at WCU!

Come find your folks and foster queer joy!

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer University College students.*

Meet and greet with the head of University College, Dr. John Craig.

Looking for a job on-campus? Check out the On-Campus Job Expo to meet campus employers and learn about opportunities to work on campus

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Goshen, Killinger, & Schmidt*

An audience interactive program that addresses issues surrounding dating, sex, and sexual violence on college campuses through relatable language and scenarios.

*Large crowd Warning: Topics covered in this presentation may be sensitive covering sexual assault/violence, and title IX.*

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Brandywine & Commonwealth*

An audience interactive program that addresses issues surrounding dating, sex, and sexual violence on college campuses through relatable language and scenarios.

*Large crowd Warning: Topics covered in this presentation may be sensitive covering sexual assault/violence, and title IX.*

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Allegheny & Tyson*

An audience interactive program that addresses issues surrounding dating, sex, and sexual violence on college campuses through relatable language and scenarios.

*Large crowd Warning: Topics covered in this presentation may be sensitive covering sexual assault/violence, and title IX.*

Spend some quality time with therapy goats while grabbing a free WCU tote bag and road trip snacks! *In the event of anticipated rain, this event will take place one day earlier, Friday August 25 from 10 AM - 12 PM

Come explore all that Campus Recreation has to offer! Tour the three floors of fitness spaces, try out pop-up group exercise classes, climb the rock wall, visit the sport club expo, and much more! Talk with Campus Rec staff about all the ways to stay healthy and active with your friends on campus! Enjoy a live DJ, refreshments and giveaway prizes!

A cardio and strength training class based on a variety of resistance and sprint sets on bicycles. Learn combinations of climbs, jumps, and sprints to get your heart rate soaring!

Using light to moderate free weights and a barbell with lots of repetition, BODYPUMP gives you a total body workout. You'll leave the workout feeling challenged and motivated, ready to come back for more.

Enjoy a night with friends under the stars. Stargaze, play lawn games, and create some crafts and memories with fellow WCU students!

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer Science & Mathematics students.*

Meet and greet with the head of the College of Science and Mathematics, Dr. Lisa Marano.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer Education & Social Work students.*

Meet and greet with the head of the College of Education & Social Work, Dr. Desha Williams.

Find out what majors are in the College of Education & Social Work.

Come visit Student Health Services and make your own First-Aid Kit to get you prepared for the year. Open to the first 500 students. While you are there, be sure to ask for a tour and learn about the services SHS provides.

Come ease into the day with relaxing and painting! Please sign up in advance, space is limited to 20 participants.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer Health Sciences students.*

Meet and greet with the head of the College of Health Sciences, Dr. Scott Heinrichs.

Find out what majors are in the College of Health Sciences.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year and transfer Arts & Humanities students.*

Meet and greet with the head of the College of Arts & Humanities, Dr. Jen Bacon.

Shuttle buses are free to WCU students! Hop on the Uptown Loop shuttle which takes you to a nearby shopping center, downtown West Chester and East Campus.

All first-year students are invited to join us during Welcome Week in the heart of beautiful downtown West Chester for our Welcome to the Borough program! See what the Borough has to offer with exclusive student discounts including places to eat, shop, snap photos, volunteer, and visiting iconic West Chester locations all while checking items off on your West Chester bucket list. Check off at least 5 items to receive an exclusive t-shirt (while supplies last). Students can also enjoy complimentary Rita's as our official "welcome gift"! As a WCU student, you are part of the West Chester community, so start exploring your town now! The Uptown Loop shuttle will be running throughout the event for students to utilize or take a nice walk into town! Students taking the shuttle should get on at the Church St. Stop on campus and get off at stop #4 (Walnut & Miner).

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Goshen, Killinger, & Schmidt*

Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Tracey Ray Robinson.

A popup hut that will educate students on standard drink sizes by having students practice pouring with water and various glasses typically used to serve alcohol.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Brandywine & Commonwealth*

Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Tracey Ray Robinson.

Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Tracey Ray Robinson.

*This event is MANDATORY for all incoming first-year students living in Allegheny & Tyson*

Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Tracey Ray Robinson.

Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Tracey Ray Robinson.

Come enjoy snack foods, participate in contests, and show off your school spirit cheering on our football team at their first scrimmage of the academic year!

Let's kick off the year with a good Foam-Up and Fuel-Up! Come join us at Student Activities Council for all things foam dance party, snacks and other fun activities. There will be something for everyone, the best music, tons of food and of course the chance to meet everyone here at West Chester! There will also be sensory friendly options for our friends who aren't down to dance with party lazers and foam.

Please join us for Commuter Success Day on Thursday, August 24th from 11am-3pm! Commuter Success Day is specifically designed for first-time commuter students to learn more about the West Chester University experience. Students will have the opportunity to meet other students, get set up for academic success, feel more comfortable with campus resources, and ask current students questions about life at WCU.

Come join members of the fraternity and sorority community for lawn games, music, and a cold treat from 1-4 at Ram Park!

Relax under the "stars"! Check out WCU's on campus planetarium and view outer space from our 32-foot nanoseam dome. Space is limited. Register in advance.

*Visual Stimulation

Pop up hut where Students will learn the eight dimensions of wellness, with each student answering a question about one dimension and its connection to cannabis use.

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP that invites students to break up into pairs or small groups of their peers and play a connection card game. This game involves asking each other questions and engaging in small ice-breaker activities designed to help students foster deeper, more meaningful connections with others.

First-gen students are invited to learn about campus resources, success strategies, and how to get involved at WCU. Registration will be available on Ram Connect.

The Ram Rally is a tradition held during the beginning of the semester as an exciting way to fire up our new Golden Rams! The event features the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, the Cheerleading Team, and our beloved mascot, Rammy! Head to Hollinger Fieldhouse, wear your purple and gold gear, join in the fun and grab plenty of free Ram Swag!

A popup hut on campus where Students will learn about alcohol by volume (ABV) and will order drinks based upon the amount of ABV.

Enjoy an outdoor movie showing of Super Mario Bros. and buttery popcorn with your favorite RAs on the residential quad. You don't have to live on-campus to come enjoy this movie with us. This is open to all new students!