Weeks of Welcome
Surrounding the start of classes will be USF's Weeks of Welcome, or WOW.
- The first two weeks of class are called Weeks of Welcome (WOW), packed with programs, events, and services.
- WOW serves as an extended orientation and helps new students get involved, find community, and learn more about the opportunities and resources at USF.
- For the most up-to-date WOW information and schedule, keep checking this webpage for details as we approach August!
Monday, January 26 - Friday, January 30
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASA Registration Assistance | 10 AM - 4 PM | CASA Lobby, University Center, Third Floor | Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA) is offering drop-in hours to all undergraduate students for general registration-related inquiries. Take advantage of this if you need help navigating registration or anything else registration-related. |
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The Learning, Writing, and Speaking Centers (LWSC) Walk-In Hours |
9 AM - 5 PM | Gleeson Library, Lower Level, Room G03 |
Learn more about academic support services at USF! LWSC Front Desk are available to answer questions and assist students with making appointments. |
Monday, January 26 - First Day of Classes (FDOC)
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Welcome Back Fest |
11:30 AM - 12:50 PM | University Center, Privett Plaza |
Join us at the Welcome Back Fest, where all students are invited to connect, foster conversations, build a sense of community, and explore on-campus resources and support. Don't miss the chance to snag some free swag and kick off the spring semester with excitement at USF! |
Wednesday, January 28
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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SLE Spring Involvement Fair |
11:30 AM - 1 PM | McLaren Complex |
Chat with representatives from 140+ student organizations to find out how you can get involved at USF. Different organizations will be available on each day! |
| COFFEE HOUR: Global Studies Welcome Back Event | 2 - 4 PM | Kalmanovitz Hall, 213 | Welcome Back Dons and Global Studies Meet and Greet - FREE coffee, tea, snacks for all. Meet our faculty, staff and students in our BA and MA programs and learn more about our curriculum. FREE Camping Coffee mugs for you, too. Just stop by, no RSVP! |
Thursday, January 29
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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SLE Spring Involvement Fair |
11:30 AM - 1 PM | McLaren Complex |
Chat with representatives from 140+ student organizations to find out how you can get involved at USF. Different organizations will be available on each day! |
| Hot Cocoa & Warm Welcomes | 11:35 AM - 12:45 PM | Gleeson Plaza | Back with some icy favorites as we enjoy the spring weather and another semester of connection with BASE! Look forward to snow cones and raffles for prizes |
| Honoring the Living Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. | 4:30 - 6 PM | Gleeson Library, Atrium & Zoom |
Please join us for the USF Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration on Thursday, January 29th. USF students from the Marshall Riley Learning Living Community, the USF Debate Team, and the Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good will read and perform excerpts from King’s book of sermons, Strength to Love, along with an excerpt from his other works. Please RSVP by Monday, January 26. |
Friday, January 30
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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First USF Food Pantry |
2:30 - 4:30 PM | Gleeson Library, Atrium |
The USF Food Pantry is a completely free resource and community building opportunity for all currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students. We provide students with non-perishables, bread, eggs, and produce for FREE! We also have live music, tabling organizations, and opportunities to connect with other students, faculty and staff! |
Monday, February 3
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Cultural Centers' Open House |
5 - 6:30 PM | University Center, 412 |
Check out the Cultural Centers' lounges, which include a Gender & Sexuality Center and Intercultural Center. Connect with the student interns and get some free instant ramen! |
| Study Abroad: Craft & Info Night | 5 - 6 PM | Cowell Hall, 106 | More event details coming soon! |
Thursday, February 5
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Study Abroad: Gilman Scholarship Workshop |
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM | University Center, 503 |
More event details coming soon! |
| Black Joy | 5 - 8 PM | McLaren Complex | More event details coming soon! |
Friday, February 6
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Black History Month: First Fridays Trip |
5 PM | Location information coming soon! |
More event details coming soon! |
Certain events will be photographed and/or video recorded for archival, educational, and related promotional purposes. By attending or participating in this event, you grant USF the full unrestricted rights to your photograph, voice and likeness in any manner or media whatsoever worldwide for educational marketing purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed or video recorded, please inform the camera person at the start of each event.