Welcome new and transfer students!
Get excited for the final piece of your transition into becoming a CUW Falcon – Winter Orientation! During this experience you will:
- Meet new friends
- Get comfortable on campus before classes start
- Learn about all the great activities you can take part in
- Enjoy beautiful Lake Michigan
- Learn about academic expectations and university conduct
- Get ready for what could be some of the greatest years of your life
- Have a ton of fun
- And much more!
Important dates
This year, Move-In for new residential students will be on Saturday, January 4th. Winter Orientation (for residential and commuter students) will take place on Sunday, January 5th, 2025.
Please note: Sunday's programming is required for all incoming undergraduate new and transfer students, so mark your calendars now and get ready for an unforgettable start to your CUW career.
Schedule
| Time | Event / Activities | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00AM – 4:00PM |
Residence Check-In & Move-In (by appointment) If you have not heard from your Resident Director to make an appointment to move in, please contact the Residence Life Office: 262-243-4328 |
Various Residence Halls |
| 5:00PM – 6:00PM |
New Student Welcome Dinner with Crew Leaders (Optional) |
Siebert Dining |
| 6:00PM – 8:00PM |
Board Games & Snacks (Optional) |
Albrecht Lounge |
| Time | Event / Activities | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00AM |
Opening and Overview |
Albrecht Lounge |
| 12:30PM – 12:45PM |
Brunch |
Siebert Dining Hall |
| 1:00PM – 1:45AM |
Welcome to Concordia |
Albrecht Lounge |
| 2:00PM – 3:00PM |
Concordia 101 & Tour |
Albrecht Lounge |
| 3:00PM – 4:00PM |
Academic Advising |
Albrecht Lounge |
| 3:00PM – 6:00PM |
International: International Specific Orientation |
Albrecht Lounge |
| 6:00PM |
Optional Dinner |
Siebert Dining Hall |
| 8:00PM |
All-Hall Meeting |
Your Residence Halls |
Meet our Concordia Crew staff members
Questions?
If you have any questions about New Student Orientation, please don’t hesitate to contact Sarah Deheck at 262-243-4277 or sarah.deheck@cuw.edu.