September 25–26, 2025
Week of Welcome is an important time for both you and your student(s). Just as we intentionally ensure that your student is smoothly introduced and incorporated into the University of Oregon, we believe that you should have a relationship with the university, as well. We hope you will join us for the following Week of Welcome events presented by Parent and Family Programs.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The primary residence hall move-in days for fall 2025 are Thursday, September 25, and Friday, September 26. University Housing will send more information about your move-in experience.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The primary residence hall move-in days for fall 2025 are Thursday, September 25, and Friday, September 26. University Housing will send more information about your move-in experience.
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Show your UO spirit and wear Ducks gear today! Stop by the Student Welcome Center in your green and yellow gear and receive a special Duck Friday giveaway or take a photo at the specialty Duck Friday photo area.
Duck out your day with specialty UO crafts with the Craft Center.
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Duck out your day with specialty UO crafts with the Craft Center.
Take a break from settling into your new nest and hang out with therapy dogs from FETCH, a local volunteer therapy dog group in Eugene.
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Take a break from settling into your new nest and hang out with therapy dogs from FETCH, a local volunteer therapy dog group in Eugene.
11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Thor is the UO's explosive detection K9, and he works hard every day to keep campus and the community safe. Meet Thor and his handler, UOPD Officer Anthony Button, as they show you a day in the life of an explosive detection team. In the meantime, you can follow along with Thor’s adventures on his Instagram, @uopd_thor.
3:00–5:00 p.m.
Welcome Black* students and families to the Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center Open House! Come explore our space, connect with community, and learn about the resources, programs, and support available to you. We’re excited to celebrate your journey and be part of it!
*Black is an inclusive term for ANYONE who identifies as Black, African, African American, Afro-Latinx, Afro-Caribbean, or the African Diaspora.
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Residence Hall Community Meetings are an opportunity to meet your floormates, your resident assistant (RA), and orient yourselves to living in on-campus at the UO. This meeting is mandatory for all residents.
Check your My Housing portal or ask your RA for your meeting date and location.
8:00–10:00 p.m.
Kick off your first weekend at the UO with music, live performances, free food, games, and inflatable competitions! Come hang out and see everything the Rec Center has to offer during your time as a student.
If you’re in a First-Year Interest Group, check your email for details about your first FIG meeting.
9:00–11:00 a.m.
If you’re in a First-Year Interest Group, check your email for details about your first FIG meeting.
Take this opportunity to connect with student support resources and explore majors and minors. This is a great time to gather all your building blocks for the fall term.
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Take this opportunity to connect with student support resources and explore majors and minors. This is a great time to gather all your building blocks for the fall term.
No need to get lost. Bring your fall schedule and your walking shoes. We’ll help you look like an expert on your first day of classes.
11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
No need to get lost. Bring your fall schedule and your walking shoes. We’ll help you look like an expert on your first day of classes.
noon
The Erb Memorial Union (EMU) is your student union, where you can get involved, find your people, learn new crafts, meet new friends, adopt a favorite student spot, and more. Explore for yourself with an interactive tour with snacks, prizes, and activity passport.
3:30–7:30 p.m.
It’s finally here. Game day! Cheer on the Oregon Ducks as they take on Penn State for an incredible game day experience with the Oregon Pit Crew. We encourage students to bring a chair or lawn blanket to sit and enjoy the watch party. Free food and Oregon Ducks giveaways available while supplies last.
8:00–10:00 p.m.
Kick off the year with us in Knight Library and enjoy live music, late night bites, a photobooth, mini-golf, trivia, carnival games, a video game lounge, DIY crafts (like tote bags and bracelets), instrument petting zoo, and prizes. This event has something for everyone! To see the full range of activities, check out the Guide to Knight at Night.
Bring a blanket and wear a cozy outfit to enjoy a movie on the lawn.
9:00–11:00 p.m.
Bring a blanket and wear a cozy outfit to enjoy a movie on the lawn.
Thursday, September 25
Letters from Home: While visiting the Parent and Family Lounge, please stop by to pen a heartfelt “Letter from Home.” Your words of encouragement, excitement, and reflection will be delivered to your student through their on-campus mailing address during the fourth week of fall term.
Friday, September 26
Letters from Home: While visiting the Parent and Family Lounge, please stop by to pen a heartfelt “Letter from Home.” Your words of encouragement, excitement, and reflection will be delivered to your student through their on-campus mailing address during the fourth week of fall term.
Information about move-in activities can be found on the University Housing website.
The complete Week of Welcome schedule of events and activities can be found on the Orientation website.