Welcome Week 2025 – Wednesday, August 20

How to Volunteer at UCA – 10:00 am-12:00 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.
Each session will last thirty minutes and all who attend will receive one hour of volunteer time when they walk through UCA’s volunteer platform, GivePulse.
Sessions will be held from 10:00-10:30 am; 10:30-11:00 am; 11:00-11:30 am; & 11:30 am-12:00 pm.
**All who attend must bring a personal device (laptop, tablet, phone)

Sponsored by UCA Commitment

 

Get Up, Get Out, and Get Involved! – 10:30-11:30 am

Ronnie Williams Student Center Ballroom

Getting involved on campus is such an important part of the college experience, but sometimes it’s hard to know how to get started. We can help! With almost 200 RSOs (Recognized Student Organizations) and countless campus events, you’re sure to find a place at UCA! The Student Life team is here to help you learn more about involvement opportunities and how to take your first steps to join groups or attend events. During this session you’ll learn about the various ways to get involved and get an overview of how to use CubConnect, our engagement platform, to find events and organizations that are right for you.

Sponsored by Student Life

Schedler Honors College Luncheon – 11:30-1:00 pm

McCastlain Ballroom

Students admitted to the Schedler Honors College should attend this welcome luncheon in the McCastlain Ballroom.

 

Conway Daze – 2:00-5:00 pm

HPER Center

Come see what your new home has to offer and see how you can get involved on campus and in the community. There will be over 150 student organizations, UCA departments and local Conway businesses on hand to show you what they have to offer! If you are a looking for a job at a local business, check out the section with employers who are currently hiring!

 

UCA Football Pep Rally & Scrimmage – 6:30 pm

Estes Stadium (football field) – Student Section is on the visitor side, closest to Bear Hall.

Group of students_with Bam Bam sticksBe a part of the tradition! Join one of the largest student organizations on campus, The Bear Den, along with the UCA Band, Cheer and Dance Teams as we cheer on our UCA football team while learning all our traditional UCA Bear chants and game day rituals.

Sponsored by The Bear Den and UCA Athletics

 

Rock the Lawn – 8:00-10:00 pm

 Arkansas Hall Lawn

Inflatable obstacle courses, DJ, food, and many more activities at the closing ceremony of Welcome Week. The coveted 2025 Battle of the Halls trophy will be presented!

Sponsored by the Resident Housing Association

 

 

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