Student Schedule: Second-Year Welcome Week
Below you will find the Second-Year Welcome Week Student Schedule.
- NOTE: Events and activities are subject to change. Should timing need to change, per public health guidance, we will communicate adjustments in as timely a fashion as possible.
- Events with an (*) are mandatory.
- Events in bold are for students & family members.
- Please email orientation@usfca.edu with any questions.
Saturday, August 14
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Center | 9 AM - 6 PM | University Center, First Floor | USF Staff will be available to answer questions and welcome you to USF! |
| Move-In Day | 10 AM - 4 PM | Various Residence Halls | Welcome to USF! You should have received an assigned check-in/move-in time before your arrival. Look for the Get Oriented (GO) Team in green shirts to help guide you throughout the week. |
| USF Bookstore | 10 AM - 5 PM | University Center, First Floor | More than just textbooks and sweatshirts, find everything you need for your class, your dorm, or for showing off your Dons’ pride! |
| Campus Tours | 1 - 4 PM | Meet at University Center, First Floor | New to USF? Let our GO Team leaders show you around USF! No RSVP is required. |
| Off-Campus Student Meetup | 4 - 5 PM | McLaren Conference Center | Living off-campus can feel intimidating when it comes to making friends and getting connected to campus. This event will serve as an opportunity for students living off-campus to network with their peers. |
| Dinner (On Your Own) | 4 - 6 PM | Various On-Campus Dining Options | Enjoy this free time to take a break, grab dinner, and get to know other students and family members. |
| Welcome & Pinning Ceremony* | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | St. Ignatius Church | Join your fellow peers for an official SYWW welcome! We will take a moment to celebrate your accomplishments and your journey to get to USF. In addition, you will learn the USF pledge and receive a commemorative pin designed for your class. This event will be livestreamed. |
| Small Group Meetups & Student Ice Cream Social | 7:30 - 8:30 PM | Gleeson Plaza | Follow our USF GO Team leaders to learn more about what is expected during the SYWW. This event will end with an It's-It Ice Cream - a legend of SF - Social. |
Sunday, August 15
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Center | 9 AM - 6 PM | University Center, First Floor | USF Staff will be available to answer questions and welcome you to USF! |
| Student Financial Services | 9 AM - 1 PM | Lone Mountain Main 203 | Staff will be available for drop-in appointments and to answer your questions. |
| Campus Tours | 10 AM - 12 PM | Meet at University Center, First Floor | New to USF? Let our GO Team leaders show you around USF! No RSVP is required. |
| USF Bookstore | 10 AM - 5 PM | University Center, First Floor | More than just textbooks and sweatshirts, find everything you need for your class, your dorm, or for showing off your Dons’ pride! |
| Family Welcome Mass | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | St. Ignatius Church | Members of any or no religious affiliation are invited to join USF President Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J., at this special welcome Mass. Open to all students and families, attendance encouraged but not required. This event will be livestreamed. |
| Lunch (On Your Own) | 12:30 - 1:50 PM | Various On-Campus Dining Options | Enjoy this free time to take a break, grab food, and get to know other students and family members. |
|
Student & Family Workshops* See Descriptions Below |
2 - 2:50 PM 3 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:50 PM |
Various Locations |
Students and families will learn important information about campus services and resources available to students at USF. These workshops are repeated 3 times - so if one workshop is full, please attend another one. |
| Workshop #1 - Study Abroad 101* |
2 - 2:50 PM 3 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:50 PM |
McLaren 252 | Learn about the international education programs available to you as an undergrad at USF and learn about the application process for second-year students! USF's Center for Global Education has sponsored programs in over 100 programs in over 40 different countries. All USF students who are applying to study abroad for Fall 2022 and/or Spring 2023 must pre-apply by December 10, 2021. |
| Workshop #2 - Career Services* |
2 - 2:50 PM 3 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:50 PM |
McLaren 250/251 | Career Services is a friendly staff of well-connected professionals who are excited to work with students to explore and launch their career path, starting from their first year on campus. Learn the many innovative ways we get students career ready to interact with Bay Area employers who want to hire USF Dons. |
| Workshop #3 - Campus Support & Resources* |
2 - 2:50 PM 3 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:50 PM |
Fromm Hall, Maraschi Room | Come learn about resources on campus available to you and your student to help maintain a safe and healthy lifestyle at USF. You will meet representatives from the following offices: Office of the Dean of Students, Office of Community Living, Department of Public Safety, Health Promotion Services (HPS), and the Office of Student Conduct, Rights and Responsibilities (OSCRR). |
| Workshop #4 - Academic Success Is Yours* |
2 - 2:50 PM 3 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:50 PM |
Fromm Hall, Xavier Room | Learn how to support your student's academic excellence. The Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA), Student Disability Services (SDS), University Registrar, and the Learning, Writing and Speaking Centers (LWSC) will offer insight on how students can take advantage of resources at USF to develop helpful habits, lower their stress, and meet all of their academic goals. You'll also learn about the privacy of your student's records and what you need to know about FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act). |
| Workshop #5 - Coming to Campus During the Pandemic* |
2 - 2:50 PM 3 - 3:50 PM 4 - 4:50 PM |
Fromm Hall, Berman Room | In this session, we will discuss ways of dealing with the lifestyle changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as other aspects of adjusting to college. We will provide resources and practical coping tools. |
|
Family Farewell Dinner (On Your Own) |
5 - 7 PM | Various On-Campus Dining Options | Can you believe the weekend is already over? Use this time to grab dinner, connect with your student, create a communication plan, and make sure they are all set for the week ahead. |
Monday, August 16
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Second-Year Student Retreat (Group 1)* Group 1: Students with last names beginning with A-K |
9 AM - 12 PM | Gleeson Plaza/Welch Field | Continue your USF story with an opportunity to connect and reflect with other new students! Join us as we kick off the next chapter of your USF journey with community, reflection, and connection! |
| CDI Workshop - Personal Identity | 10 - 11:30 AM | Virtual - Zoom | Who are you? Where are you from? Let’s make space to think through these questions together. In this workshop, we will discuss our identities in relationship to race, gender, sexuality, and other social group identities. Learn the importance of personal identity reflection and how that impacts the ways we engage with others. RSVP Here |
|
Student Workshop #1 (Group 2)* Group 2: Students with last names beginning with L-Z |
10 - 10:50 AM | McLaren Conference Center | Meet with USF’s Public Safety as they share tips and strategies about being safe both on campus and in the City of San Francisco. |
|
Student Workshop #2 (Group 2)* Group 2: Students with last names beginning with L-Z |
11 - 11:50 AM | McLaren Conference Center | With Muni, you're just a ride away from everywhere in San Francisco. Learn more about navigating SF and discovering tips to get to your final destination from a student's perspective. |
| Lunch (On Your Own) | 12 - 1 PM | Various On-Campus Dining Options | Enjoy this free time to take a break, grab food, and get to know other students. |
|
Second-Year Student Retreat (Group 2)* Group 2: Students with last names beginning with L-Z |
1 - 4 PM | Gleeson Plaza/Welch Field | Continue your USF story with an opportunity to connect and reflect with other new students! Join us as we kick off the next chapter of your USF journey with community, reflection, and connection! |
|
Student Workshop #1 (Group 1)* Group 1: Students with last names beginning with A-K |
1 - 1:50 PM | McLaren Conference Center | Meet with USF’s Public Safety as they share tips and strategies about being safe both on campus and in the City of San Francisco. |
|
Student Workshop #2 (Group 1)* Group 1: Students with last names beginning with A-K |
2 - 2:50 PM | McLaren Conference Center | With Muni, you're just a ride away from everywhere in San Francisco. Learn more about navigating SF and discovering tips to get to your final destination from a student's perspective. |
| Dinner (On Your Own) | 4 - 6 PM | Various On-Campus Dining Options | Enjoy this free time to take a break, grab dinner, and get to know other students. |
| Koret Night | 6 - 7:30 PM | Koret Health & Recreation Center | Tour the Koret Health & Recreation Center and get a free gift! Learn all about the Rec Sports programs including Club Sports, Intramural Sports, Group Fitness, Outdoor Adventure Trips, and more! |
Tuesday, August 17
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDI Workshop - Cultural Awareness | 10 - 11:30 AM | Virtual - Zoom | How do people understand you? What do people not get about you? So much of who we are is hard to understand by those who don’t share our identities. This workshop will build your awareness of how we are shaped by our racial, cultural, and social influences. Expand your worldview, and learn to understand others’ perspectives through discussion and a hands-on, creative activity. RSVP Here |
|
Talk About It: Everyday Consent, and Recognizing and Responding to Disrespect (Group 2)* Group 2: Students with last names beginning with L-Z |
10 AM - 12 PM | McLaren Conference Center | In a one-hour, large-scale presentation, students will start the important conversation of fostering a supportive, healthy & safe USF community. In this session and small group scenario work with GO team leaders and RAs, students will be engaging in discussions around consent, sexual assault prevention, healthy relationships, and active bystander behavior. Building a campus grounded in respect is a community project that every Don has a part in. |
| Lunch (On Your Own) | 12 - 1 PM | Various On-Campus Dining Options | Enjoy this free time to take a break, grab food, and get to know other students. |
|
Talk About It: Everyday Consent, and Recognizing and Responding to Disrespect (Group 1)* Group 1: Students with last names beginning with A-K |
1 - 3 PM | McLaren Conference Center | In a one-hour, large-scale presentation, students will start the important conversation of fostering a supportive, healthy & safe USF community. In this session and small group scenario work with GO team leaders and RAs, students will be engaging in discussions around consent, sexual assault prevention, healthy relationships, and active bystander behavior. Building a campus grounded in respect is a community project that every Don has a part in. |
|
Group 2: 3 - 6 PM Group 1: 6:30 - 9:30 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Come show off your bowling skills along with your fellow peers! Learn more about your classmates while hitting a couple of strikes along the way. Fun for beginners and pros alike! Food and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration is required. | |
| Retro Game Night | 7 - 9 PM | University Center, First Floor |
Meet new friends and test your skills on games of the 80s and 90s hosted by USF student organizations, Kasamahan and Klesis. Enter to win a Nintendo Switch Lite or JBL Bluetooth Speaker. Come in 80s or 90s themed attire and play games for more chances to win! |
Wednesday, August 18
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDI Workshop - Social Justice Concepts | 10 - 11:30 AM | Virtual - Zoom | How do we learn, what are we taught, and how do we unintentionally reinforce racialized systems? This interactive workshop will have participants build their own definitions of social justice and expand their understanding of equality, equity, liberation, and inclusion. Gain the ability to define and explain key social justice terminology and concepts with a racial justice lens and how they apply to other social identities. RSVP Here |
| Library: Inside Out | 12 - 2 PM | Gleeson Plaza/Welch Field | We're bringing our favorite things inside Gleeson Library |Geschke Center out to Gleeson Plaza/Lawn! Stop by for refreshments, games, prizes, info about the library, or to relax in our outdoor lounge with a book. If the weather's rainy, come on inside Gleeson, we'll set up the festivities on the second floor common area of the library! |
| SF Giants Baseball Game | 12 - 3 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game." Join us for an afternoon at Oracle Park. The San Francisco Giants are an American professional baseball team based in San Francisco. Pre-registration is required. |
| Immunization Clinic | 12 - 3 PM | University Center Rooms 402 & 403 | Students can drop in anytime during the walk-in hours to receive the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine, the TB test for Tuberculosis, and the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. |
| Urban Putt: Miniature Golf | 5 - 7 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
At the heart of San Francisco’s Mission district, Urban Putt is the City’s first indoor miniature golf course. Join other Dons for an only-in-San Francisco experience with top-notch food and drinks, and a fantastical, high-tech 14-hole mini-golf course. Pre-registration is required. |
| Karaoke DJ & Vision Board Night | 7 - 9 PM | University Center, First Floor |
USF student organizations start the karaoke line up and host activities. Create a vision board with Latinas Unidas and learn more about USF performing groups. Whether you take the stage or just come to cheer on your friends, it'll be a night to remember. Win an iPad mini! Check in to get a free raffle ticket and sing or create a vision board to get additional entries. Karaoke singers can also get a free t-shirt! |
Thursday, August 19
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Building Farmers Market | 11 AM - 1 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Explore the plaza's delicious farm fresh products and artisan & prepared foods together with your peers. Learn about SF's local food and agriculture while getting a taste of it for yourself! Pre-registration is required. |
| Fulton Street Fair | 11:30 AM - 1 PM | Gleeson Plaza |
Swing by the plaza to enjoy games and activities hosted by USF student organizations. Pot a succulent for your room or tie dye your own green & gold t-shirt! Featuring live music by MJ's Brass Boppers Band. |
| Pier 39: Shops, Restaurants, & Attractions | 1 - 3 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Pier 39 offers a variety of shops, restaurants, fast food eateries, food carts, and attractions right by the water. Encounter local street performers and musicians as you walk around exploring; it's always lively by the piers! Pre-registration is required. |
| SFMOMA: Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art |
1 - 2:30 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, it's one of the largest contemporary art museums in the U.S. This is your chance to immerse yourself in a world of art. Pre-registration is required. |
| Land's End Park & Trail | 2 - 4 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
At the northwestern corner of San Francisco, there is wild and windy trail with stunning views at every turn...Lands End's trails winds their way around rocky cliffs above the ocean, moving through shady stands of cypress and eucalyptus and emerging on to spectacular views of the shore, headlands, and Golden Gate. Join us for a beautiful walk by the shores of SF. Pre-registration is required. |
| SLE Student Organization Meet & Greet | 3 - 5:30 PM | Zoom | Student Leadership and Engagement (SLE) will be creating space for all of the Chartered Student Organizations to introduce their executive teams, organization mission/purpose, Fall 2021 events & initiatives, and ways to get involved this coming semester. The style will begin with presentations, followed by breakout spaces for students/staff to directly connect with these groups for more information/networking. |
| Urban Putt: Miniature Golf | 5 - 7 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
At the heart of San Francisco’s Mission district, Urban Putt is the City’s first indoor miniature golf course. Join other Dons for an only-in-San Francisco experience with top-notch food and drinks, and a fantastical, high-tech 14-hole mini-golf course. Pre-registration is required. |
| Sky Star Observatory Wheel at Golden Gate Park | 7 - 10 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Enjoy unparalleled views from downtown San Francisco to the Pacific Ocean from this 150 feet tall ferris wheel located in Golden Gate Park! At night, the city lights provide a particularly beautiful view. Pre-registration is required. |
Friday, August 20
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| LABAPALOOZA |
Session 1: 9 - 10 AM Session 2: 10:30 - 11:30 AM Session 3: 12:30 - 1:30 PM |
Harney Science Center |
This is an in-person event where you will be able to participate in lab activities such as: Intro to Pipettes, Intro to Tissue Culture, Fluorescent Microscopy, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Microscopy, Human Physiology, and Ecology. Sign up for up to three sessions (1 lab per session) with hands-on lab activities! * Due to space constraints the spots are limited. |
| Conservatory of Flowers: Golden Gate Park | 12 - 2 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
With a beautifully endless array of rare and unusual flowers and plants on display, the Conservatory is a can't miss! Immerse yourself in their five distinct galleries, each highlighting a different ecosystem. Pre-registration is required. |
| USF Scavenger Hunt | 2 - 3 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Come get acquainted and learn your way around our USF campus. Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams. |
| SPARK Social: SF Food Truck Park | 4 - 6 PM |
Meet at Gleeson Plaza (Outside the Library) |
Grub and gather together as a community at this food truck park within the Mission Bay! Munch on yummy street foods with your fellow Dons in a fun, social space. Pre-registration is required. |
| Outdoor Movie Night | 8 - 10 PM | Welch Field/Gleeson Plaza
(Outside the Library) |
Enjoy an outdoor movie with your peers. Bring your chairs, treats, sit back and enjoy the film! Free blankets will be given out until we are all out - so get there early! |
Saturday, August 21
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Student Move-In Day | 8 AM - 4 PM | Various Residence Halls | Second-Year students are invited to sign up as move-in volunteers to welcome new students to USF! Assist our incoming students with parking, welcoming, providing directions and information, and helping them move their belongings into their residence halls. If you are interested in being a volunteer, please email us at orientation@usfca.edu. |
| Immunization Clinic | 10 - 3 PM | University Center Rooms 402 & 403 | Students can drop in anytime during the walk-in hours to receive the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine, the TB test for Tuberculosis, and the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. |
| Student Org. Lip Sync Competition | 8:30 - 10 PM | War Memorial Gym at Sobrato Center | Join us as we get ready to kick off the last weekend before the first day of classes. You'll learn more about student organizations while our GO Team leaders show you a humorous glimpse into student life at USF. So be sure to get there early to grab the best seat. |
Sunday, August 22
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dons Fest: Campus Resource Fair | 12:30 - 2:30 PM | Gleeson Plaza/Welch Field | Explore resources and programs at USF and San Francisco - all in one place. From academic offices to the local grocer and non-profit organizations that meet your interests, this is your chance to meet members of the community and even score some free swag. |
| Drag Show Night | 9 - 10:30 PM | War Memorial Gym at Sobrato Center | Drag & Dancing: What a fantastic and interactive way to liven up your weekend and have some fun with your peers. |
Monday, August 23
| EVENT | time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Assistance | 10 AM - 2 PM | University Center, Third Floor | The Center for Academic Achievement (CASA) coaches are available to assist in navigating the online registration system. |
| School of Management | 10:30 AM - 12 PM | Tarantino Plaza (behind Malloy Hall) |
Welcome, Second Year School of Management (SOM) Students! You are invited to join us for a drop-in meet and greet for new SOM students.
|
| CAB presents Dons Night Out | 7 - 10 PM | War Memorial Gym at Sobrato Center | Dons Night Out is the Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) first major event of the year. It is a festival experience where students can expect more than just amazing Bay Area musical artists. You can enjoy photo booths, large-scale games, a ball pit, great music, and more! So bring all of your friends and kick the year off right. This event is open to all USF students. |