Faith-Based/Spiritual Student Organizations
If you are looking for a community to worship with, UCA is home to over 20 faith-based and/or spiritual student organizations hosting numerous services or meetings weekly. You can reach out to them through CubConnect and many will be present at Conway Daze on Wednesday of Welcome Week.
Campus Offices Open
| Office | Hours | Location |
| The UCA Bookstore | 8:00am-5:00pm | Student Center, First Floor |
| Housing & Residence Life | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Bernard Hall, Suite 201 |
| BearCard | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Student Center, Suite 104 |
All campus offices will be open normal business hours (8:00 am-4:30 pm) on Monday.
Meditative Morning Walk – 9:00-10:15 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 first full day on campus. 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. Donuts will be provided.
BEAR Life Kickoff Brunch – 11:30am-12:30pm
Come get your BEARings Straight at our official BEAR Life Kickoff Brunch. Students enrolled in the Fall 2023 co-hort for BEAR Life will be able to pick up all of their BEAR Life materials, meet the staff, and here about all the exciting plans for the year. This event is only open to students enrolled in the BEAR Life program.
Stress Less Fest – 1:30-3:00pm
Ronnie Williams Student Center Courtyard
Moving away from home and finding a new routine can be overwhelming – and that’s okay! It’s all about finding balance and discovering ways to manage stress. We’ll have lots of activities to help you work through the nerves everyone gets their first few days on campus.
| Big Poppa Bubble and Bubble Blowing | Just Dance |
| Friendship Bracelet Making Station | Yard Games |
| Design Your Own Journal | Punching Bags |
| Yoga Class & MixxedFit Mini Class | Counseling Couch |
| Kona Ice! | Puppy Palooza! |
Real Life Tips for Managing College Stress – 3:00-4:00pm
Current students will share how they manage the everyday stresses of college life and share practical insights on how to balance your first semester on campus.
Campus Recreation & Wellness Freshman Kickback – 4:00-6:00pm
Come kick back and experience the fun in our backyard. Bring a friend or come meet someone new! Free food, games, and more.
Sponsored by Campus Recreation & Wellness.
*Mandatory* Opening Convocation – 7:30-9:00pm
Make sure you’re there when the Class of 2027 will gather for the official opening of the academic year. You will hear from the President, Provost, Vice President for Student Affairs, and your SGA President. You’ll receive a Class of 2027 shirt to wear in the class picture and you won’t want to miss the Class of 2027 video and fireworks show to close your first full day on campus! Welcome to Bear Country!
Sensory Warning – the fireworks show taking place after Convocation will be a high-sensory event. Earplugs will be available.
Attendance will be taken at this event using Event Pass so you will receive credit toward completing your New Bear Bucket List. Watch a brief video of how to use Event Pass below.
Baggo Bash – 9:00-10:30pm
Ronnie Williams Student Center Courtyard
Baggo?! Cornhole?! Whatever you call it, you better come to win! When the sun goes down, the lights come out! Spend the night on campus at a lit up baggo tournament. Prizes and giveaways include AirPod Pros, Amazon Echos, & Gift Cards galore! Baggo not your thing? Join us for food, spike ball, volleyball, & glow sticks: what more do you need?!?
Sponsored by the Baptist Collegiate Ministry
