Weeks of Welcome

If you are on campus for Labor Day weekend, join us at the women's field hockey match vs Assumption University and cheer on the Golden Rams! The first 30 students to attend and show their Ram Card will receive special WCU gear.

Kick off Labor Day Weekend with an afternoon of games, friendly competition, and fun in the Res Quad! Grab your friends and come out for classic field day activities, challenges, and plenty of chances to show off your skills—or just cheer on your community. Come for one game or stay for the afternoon. No athletic ability required—just bring your hall pride and be ready to have some fun!

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

Bingo...but make it glow! Grab your friends, enjoy a neon-filled night under the lights, and compete for awesome prizes. Whether you're feeling lucky or just looking for a fun way to spend the evening, Glow Bingo 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/

This is an opportunity for students to engage with WCU departments seeking student employees and explore current and future WCU student job openings!

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!

Your building. Your community. Your ideas. Join your Community Living Council (CLC) for a surprise activity planned by your in-hall team, meet new people, and help shape the experience in your hall community this semester.

Stop by and take a minute to unwind! The beginning of the semester can feel busy, so take a moment to yourself. Use our foot and neck massagers, take a coloring break, or connect with other students.

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

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.

Wherever you may find yourself this time of day, pop into Zoom and engage with a brief guided meditation. This moment is all about you.

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

Grab a blanket, bring your friends, and enjoy a movie under the stars! The film is chosen by Community Living Council members, and the first 50 attendees will build their very own stuffed plush to take home. It's the perfect way to kick off the weekend!

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 bag charm 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

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.

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 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/

Still riding the high from this summer's World Cup? Come join Campus Rec for a casual game of indoor soccer! It's a great way to get some exercise, blow off steam, and meet new people early in the semester. Soccer balls provided, so just bring your energy and be ready to run.

Show off your hall pride! Create a one-of-a-kind tie-dye t-shirt, grab a donut (or two), and spend the afternoon hanging out with new friends from your building and campus living community. Come for the colors, stay for the community—and leave with a shirt that's uniquely yours!

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.

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, fun crafts, Henna tattoos, basketball, and an inflatable obstacle course!

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 a screening of Monsters University! Grab your comfy clothes and favorite movie snacks, then settle in for a night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and fun.

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.

Cool off and kick off the semester with your Community Living Council! Grab a cool treat, meet people from your building, and enjoy a relaxed evening getting to know your neighbors. It's the perfect way to unwind, make new connections, and start building your campus living community.

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.

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!

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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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!

Stop by your residence hall lobby anytime between 10:00 PM–12:00 AM for free pizza, music, and a chance to hang out with neighbors and meet some new faces. Come hungry, stay for the vibes!

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.

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!

[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.