Weeks of Welcome

[Find Your People] Want to kick off the semester with good vibes? Join the WCU Student Employment and Compliance Teams for a relaxed bracelet-making class and find your people! Design a custom, wearable daily reminder with your favorite positive affirmation or your favorite Golden Rams colors. It’s a great way to chill out, manifest your goals, and hang out with fellow students and WCU staff.

Dub-C Autism Program (D-CAP) welcomes first year students to connect with each other and staff over coloring pages.

Starting college can feel like a lot—but finding your people doesn’t have to be. Join us for a cozy crochet and knitting hang where you can relax, create, and connect with other first-year students. If you're an experienced fiber artist, bring your supplies and a WIP. If you're new to it, just come as you are and let the conversation (and the yarn) flow.

[WoW Signature Event] The Department of Campus Recreation welcomes the Class of 2030 with a night of fun-filled programs, activities, and giveaways. At this event, you’ll be able to learn about our facilities, fitness programs, outdoor adventure pursuits, intramurals, and sport clubs offered both on and off campus.

If WCU is your home away from home, then consider Sykes Student Union the living room! Come by and stay awhile to enjoy snacks, activities, crafts, and more.

Join the Center for Women & Gender Equity to create carabiner charms and felt pennants while meeting new friends.

The KEYS Symposium will provide incoming students with the keys to their success by supporting their transition to the campus community and fostering meaningful connections with their peers, faculty, staff, and alumni who are able to support them throughout their collegiate experience.

KEYS Student Learning Outcomes:

- Develop a sense of belonging through a community of support.
- Connect participants with campus resources and services for self-advocacy and peer support to ease the college transition process.
- Understand key expectations and best practices that will elevate student success.

Join Health & Wellness at WCU for some fun outside! Stop by to get a first aid kit, other giveaways, and some snacks!

Health & Wellness brings together Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Wellness Promotion, Campus Recreation, the CARE Team, Student Advocacy, Dining Services, and other initiatives dedicated to helping students thrive. To learn more about H&W, visit: https://www.wcupa.edu/_services/STU/health-and-wellness/

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Join us for an unforgettable evening as we officially welcome our newest Golden Rams to West Chester! Ram Rally is the ultimate celebration of WCU pride, featuring interactive games and activations, high-energy performances, and a showstopping fireworks display over Farrell Stadium. Feel the excitement and energy of our Ram Fam as we light up the night and kick off the year with this WCU tradition!

Welcome Week just got sweeter! Get a glimpse of the world of student engagement at Org Island, a sneak peek into the student organization experience. Interact with student organizations while enjoying some ice cream from Hangry Bear creamery (first 300 students). Your golden match is waiting - don't miss it!

As the sun goes down, join us on the Academic quad for music, free giveaways, and good vibes!

Rising comedian Elijah Nevels is bringing his quick wit, hilarious storytelling, and high-energy comedy to Weeks of Welcome. Grab your friends and kick off the semester with a night of nonstop laughs!

Immediately following the comedy show with Elijah Nevels, we invite you to join us on the Academic Quad to keep the night going! Enjoy delicious food and sweet treats from a food truck while you dance the night away with DJ Vez.

Commuter Success Day is held before the start of each semester and 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, feel more comfortable with campus resources, and ask current commuter students questions about life at WCU. Students also participating in CAMP will have the chance to meet their Commuter Assistant during Commuter Success Day.

Campus may seem large (it’s 403 acres after all), but you got this! Orientation Leaders are here to walk you around campus, to check out the buildings where your classes will be held. Meet the OLs at the lawn in front of Ehinger Gym and make sure to bring your class schedule!

This event is mandatory for first year students. Join us for West Chester University's Convocation. Get ready to hear from President Bernotsky as well as speeches from student leaders, witness performances from our talented student groups, and remember to say hi to Rammy when you see him! The Class of 2030 Photo to immediately follow Convocation.

Join us for the Class of 2030 class photo! Immediately following Convocation, students will be ushered to the academic quad to form the number "2030", representing their class year.

Start Syllabus Week the right way at the Golden Glow Bash! 🎉✨ Get ready for an unforgettable night of glowing lights, great music, and Golden Ram pride. 🐏✨ Whether you’re dancing the night away, showing off your best neon fit, or just vibing with friends, this is your chance to connect with others and celebrate!

All are welcome to join this joyful space dedicated to celebrating our diverse Golden Rams!

Glow sticks, music, snacks, and good vibes provided!

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Kick off the semester with our First Day of Class Grab & Go event! Stop by to grab a coffee with Travelin' Tom's wide variety of beverages, snacks, and refreshments before heading to class. Make sure to snap a photo in front of the WCU backdrop to celebrate the first day of class, and capture memories from day one. It's a quick, fun way to fuel up, take a picture, and start the semester on a positive note!

Join us for Trivia Night in the SECC Ballrooms! Bring your friends and enjoy multiple rounds of trivia and chances to win prizes! Doors open at 6pm, first round starts at 6:30pm, can't wait to see you there! Space is limited, so be sure to arrive early to claim your table.

Giddy up, partners! The 4th Annual Big Queer Welcome is back, and this year we're heading to the Rodeo!

Come say howdy to new faces and welcome back familiar ones as we kick off a new academic year together. Whether you're brand new to campus or returning, this is your space. We're bringing together LGBTQ+ students and allies to connect with campus partners, student orgs, and support resources, all over good food and great company.

See you there, cowpokes.

Start the semester with food, music, and community! Come connect with students, meet members of NPHC, MGC, and MOAB organizations, and learn about opportunities to get engaged on campus. Whether you're looking to make new friends, find your community, or just enjoy some good food and vibes, this is the place to be!

Spend an evening under the stars with an outdoor screening of Monsters University! Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favorite movie snacks, then settle on the res quad for a night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and fun.

A fun beach experience with snacks, smoothies, and games! This is a great opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. There will be lawn games and fun crafts!

Golden Rams, it's your time to make a splash. Get ready for a night of music, giant clouds of foam, and campus vibes. Whether you're dancing with your friends, meeting new people, or just here for the memories, Foam Frenzy is the place to be.

Join Health & Wellness and CCESI at WCU for some fun outside! Stop by for some cotton candy, popcorn, snowcones, giveaways, lawn games, and a chance to decorate your planner!

Health & Wellness brings together Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Wellness Promotion, Campus Recreation, the CARE Team, Student Advocacy, Dining Services, and other initiatives dedicated to helping students thrive. To learn more about H&W, visit: https://www.wcupa.edu/_services/STU/health-and-wellness/

The Involvement Fair will showcase a variety of our 300+ clubs and organizations available to students. Whether you're looking to meet new people, seek out leadership roles or just explore your interests, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this chance to make new connections and create unforgettable experiences. See you there!

*Note: This is not the sign up application for involvement fair tables.

Questions: Engagement@wcupa.edu

Join other Golden Rams for some time outside while we decorate tote bags!

RAIN LOCATION: Student Health Conference Room, Commonwealth Hall, Ground Floor

Campus shuttles will take you to the West Chester Acme to stock up on all your favorite products while you enjoy food and drink samples, a live DJ, in-store games, face painting, airbrush tattoos, and giveaways with prizes.

Join other Golden Rams to make your own bag charm for your tote bag or backpack!

Join Health & Wellness and CCESI at WCU for some fun outside! Stop by for some cotton candy, popcorn, snowcones, giveaways, lawn games, and a chance to decorate your planner!

Health & Wellness brings together Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Wellness Promotion, Campus Recreation, the CARE Team, Student Advocacy, Dining Services, and other initiatives dedicated to helping students thrive. To learn more about H&W, visit: https://www.wcupa.edu/_services/STU/health-and-wellness/

Join us on the Academic Quad for the official Welcome Back BBQ, hosted by Aramark and the Division of Health and Wellness. Students can enjoy delicious food, games, prizes, and music!

Starting college can feel like a lot—but finding your people doesn’t have to be. Join us for a cozy crochet and knitting hang where you can relax, create, and connect with other first-year students. If you're an experienced fiber artist, bring your supplies and a WIP. If you're new to it, just come as you are and let the conversation (and the yarn) flow.

Join us in checking in on your mental health. Participate in interactive booths, free food, and prizes. Mind to Mind is a space for students to come together and talk about their mental health, as well as engage in on and off campus resources that can support students on their journey.

Mind to Mind is part of Check Up from the Neck Up week, which is from September 14 - 18.

One of the perks of being a WCU student is enjoying the Borough of West Chester! To help you explore the Borough, we invite you to find us at Jack's Corner (240 E. Gay St.) in the heart of Downtown West Chester. Enjoy opportunities to visit The Greenhouse for terrarium making, La Chic Boutique for custom claw clip making, and talk to Borough and University resources for the chance to spin the prize wheel! Campus shuttles for Welcome to and from the Borough are available via the Uptown Loop at the Church St. stop on campus.

Join Health & Wellness and CCESI at WCU for some snacks and make your own succulent!

Health & Wellness brings together Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Wellness Promotion, Campus Recreation, the CARE Team, Student Advocacy, Dining Services, and other initiatives dedicated to helping students thrive. To learn more about H&W, visit: https://www.wcupa.edu/_services/STU/health-and-wellness/

SAC Late Night Event