Week of Welcome 2024
Saturday, September 28, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
EMU Ballroom
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Make the most of your academic experience
Join us during the Week of Welcome 2024 to kickstart your academic and career journeys!
During this event you’ll learn more about all of the interesting majors, minors, career paths, and other academic opportunities UO has to offer.
Not sure how to get to the EMU Ballroom? Check out our campus map.
How to navigate Academic Connections
Step 1
Learn more about majors, minors, and programs
Check out the many majors and programs represented at Academic Connections on Saturday, September 28. You can also check out information about these programs virtually before or after the event.
Step 2
Connect with academic resources and opportunities
Learn more about resources and opportunities like Study Abroad, Undergraduate Research, the Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center, and Common Reading.
Step 3
Find an advisor
Check in with our information stations to learn how to get connected with an advisor! Find more information about advising at UO.
Dive Deep
Academic success goes beyond just the books. Whether to hone your skills or make connections with others, what do you want to know more about?
Events & Experiences
Exploring Your Global Engagement Opportunities: How to Map the Next Four Years
Learn about the steps you can take right now to make education abroad a part of your college career with Global Education Oregon (GEO), the campus study abroad office. Discover more about remote global engagement experiences available this term, including no-credit global experiences specially designed for first-year students, #NoPassportNeeded Elements (virtual homestays and language partners), #NoVisaNeeded programs, and virtual internships.
Wellness and You: Self-Care and Managing Stress in Your First Term
The transition to college can be both exciting and stressful. Learn more about wellness, self-care, and managing stress. Staff from University Counseling Services will share tips and answer your questions!
Supporting Your Academic Success: Resources to Hone Your Academic Skills
Whether it's tutoring, speed reading classes, or remote support, UO has resources for you. Learn about the array of academic support services available to you from day one. Get your questions answered and learn about the variety of academic services at the Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center and across campus.
Advising and You: Getting Started on Your Academic and Career Journey at the UO
Learn how when to connect to your advisors for academic and career support. Advisors and career coaches can help you navigate resources, find opportunities to get involved, and help you plan for the future. In this session, learn more about advising and career resources, how to connect with advisors and coaches, and have a chance to ask advising questions.
How to Get Involved in Undergraduate Research and Creative Work
Looking to get involved in an active learning experience outside of the classroom? UO's research pros will discuss the different ways you can get plugged into research on campus. See examples of other students' research projects, learn how to build connections with research faculty, and funding resources!
Exploring 101
Discovering your major isn't usually something that happens on its own. In this Q&A, academic advisors will share concrete steps you can take to continue your major exploration process. They'll share strategies and resources for exploring, as well as opportunities to explore your interests beyond the classroom.