UNCWelcome is an exciting time on campus, full of social activities and informational programs designed to acquaint you with your new community and prepare you for the academic year. Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn your way around and meet new friends before the fall semester gets too hectic.
The Involvement Center is your gateway to entertainment, involvement, and leadership on campus. Our staff can help you get connected to campus life. We are located in the new Fisher Student Center room 2029. Either stop by, call us at (910) 962-3553, or check out our website at www.uncw.edu/activities.
The full comprehensive calendar is now available by
clicking here to see the complete listing of activities and events!
Below are some highlights from the UNCWelcome schedule!
Again, welcome. This is your Time to Choose!
UNCWelcome Co-Chairs:
Jon Kapell
Associate Director of Campus Activities & Involvement
Annahita Smedal
Residence Coordinator
Saturday, August 16th
8 p.m.
Welcome Program and Hilarious Hypnotist: Steve Taubman
Trask Coliseum
We are excited that you have joined our campus community! Our student leaders will welcome you as you settle into your new life as a Seahawk!! Following the annual and energetic welcome, stay to witness our hypnotist, Dr. Steve Taubman, as he entertains, delights, and makes your sides split with laughter when you watch your friends on stage under the spell of hypnosis. This dynamic and fast-paced show is unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Sunday, August 17th
7 p.m.
SEAHAWK NATION: Race & Beyond
Burney Center Ballroom
This honest and engaging program will help create our Seahawk Nation. One of the core issues we face is our fear of being judged and misunderstood. This fear prevents good people from taking meaningful action. At times we are so afraid of saying the “wrong” thing that we make the biggest mistake of all which is to say nothing. Our patterns of communication are vital to our success when exploring such explosive issues as race, gender, sexual orientation, class, disabilities, age and religion. This award-winning session gets beyond our fear of saying the “wrong” thing and teaches more effective and compassionate ways to connect with your fellow Seahawks and be a part of the SEAHAWK NATION.
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING SEAHAWK NATION
Social Justice Reception
Burney Center Lobby
Our SEAHAWK NATION is only as strong as the individuals who are dedicated
creating a more inclusive community. Join us for ice cream sundaes as
resources to connect students, organizations and offices across campus
committed to leading the way in championing social justice on campus and
Remember, one person can influence change! Educate. Empower. Embrace.
Reach out. Inspire. Sponsored by the Student Affairs Diversity Committee.
Monday, August 18th
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Convocation and Class Picture
Trask Coliseum
Convocation is UNCW’s official academic welcome of the Class of 2012. Each first-year student will receive a small group assignment by email from the Transitions Programs Office which will let you know where to report by 10 that morning. A faculty member will be there to welcome you and offer his/her perspective on your success at UNCW. A short ceremony at the Clock Tower will include the unveiling of your class flag, a welcome from the SGA President, and your first "Trask Trek." At Trask Coliseum the formal ceremony will begin with a welcome by Dr. Brian Chapman, Provost, and comments by Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo as well as our featured speaker, Dr. Timothy Ballard, Associate Professor of Biology.
Tuesday, August 19th
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Beach Blast
Wrightsville Beach Crystal Pier (near the Oceanic Restaurant)
Grab your bathing suit and towel and don’t forget your sun block– the Seahawks are going to the beach! Enjoy free food, music, surfing, volleyball and more! Seahawk Shuttles will depart from the Graham-Hewlett connector and the Campus Recreation parking lot to take you and your friends to the beach from 11am until 3pm.
Wednesday, August 20th
THE FIRST DAY OF CLASSES!!!
7 p.m.
Fireworks Extravaganza
Gazebo Recreation Area
It’s time to kick back and celebrate the first day of classes. Come to the gazebo and chill out with refreshments and live music played by Wilmington’s reggae band, JAH Creation. Then take a seat on the lawn to watch a spectacular fireworks display. This is a great way to start off the new year. Fireworks display will take place at 9:00pm. Sponsored by ACE concerts, Housing and Residence Life and Transition Programs.
Thursday, August 28th
7:30 p.m.
First ACE Meeting of the year!
Azalea Coast Room
JOIN ACE! The most entertaining student organization at UNCW! Interested in movies, music or comedy? Want to promote UNCW spirit with athletics? Interested in helping to promote some of the top artists in the nation? The Association for Campus Entertainment is your home for entertainment!
Past events sponsored by ACE include:
- Hawk In: 24 Hours of Movies!
- UNCW Homecoming
- Battle of the Bands
- Deputy Jones and Deputy Garcia of Reno 911!
- and our 2008 Spring Show: Nick Swardson
Saturday, August 30th
CHANGE IN MOVIE TITLE
7&10 p.m.
ACE Independent Film Series Presents:
The Visitor
A widowed college professor travels to New York City to attend a conference and finds a young couple, who turn out to be illegal immigrants, living in his apartment.
