Meditative Morning Walk – 9:00 am
Jewel E. Moore Nature Reserve (behind the HPER Center)
Join UCA staff members as they lead you through the Jewel E. Moore Nature Reserve (JMNR) on a meditative walk to start off your day. The JMNR is 18 acres of prairie and woodland located behind the HPER Center. After visiting the JMNR, you’ll be introduced to the labyrinth behind State Hall.
On-Campus Student Employment Job Fair – 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Are you interested in working on-campus? This event provides an opportunity to visit with various departments to learn about available part-time jobs on campus. Representatives from the participating departments will be present to answer your questions.
Sponsored by Career Services and Human Resources
Bear Pride Lunch – 12:00-1:00 pm
Crafton Alumni Pavilion (next to the practice football field and Estes Stadium home side entrance)
LGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff are invited to lunch at the Crafton Pavilion. This is an opportunity to connect, build community, and find support at UCA. Allies welcome.
Sponsored by the Counseling Center, Pride, Raising Awareness, Involvement, Support and Mentoring Alliance, Student Government Association, and UCA Campus Dining
How to Volunteer at UCA – 1:00-3:00 pm
Doyne Health Science Center – DHSC 141 Auditorium
Come learn about how to use our volunteer platform Givepulse to get involved on campus and in the Community! Volunteering is a great way to get involved, build friendships, and develop skills.Sponsored by UCA Commitment
Dodgeball Tournament – 2:30-4:30 pm
Come out for the Battle of the Halls Dodgeball Tournament hosted by SOS! Earn points for your hall toward the Battle of the Halls Trophy and bragging rights for the year. Sign up for your hall’s Dodgeball team at the Living Learning Community meetings on Monday at 4:00 pm. Watch live on Instagram at @SOS_Orange
This event is for first-year students only.
First Gen Pool Party – 5:00-7:00 pm
Come meet other first-generation college students at a laid-back pool party at the HPER Aquatics Center. Bring a towel!
Sponsored by FirstGen@UCA
Battle of the Halls – 9:00-11:00 pm
Join the Student Orientation Staff as your residence hall competes in an epic clash for the title of 2025 Battle of the Halls Champion! Register for Battle of the Halls during the Battle Prep on Monday or just show up for the battle to cheer on your hall. Contact your RA or any SOS member for more information.
This event is for first-year students only.
