Welcome new golden rams and welcome back Returning rams!
If you're a new Golden Ram, Winter Welcome Days will help you connect to your new campus and classmates and prepare you for successful years at WCU! Returning Rams will find plenty of opportunities to continue meeting new people and exploring all WCU offers!
2023 Winter Welcome Days Schedule
Monday, January 23
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Rec Center Fitness Studios |
| 9AM-11AM |
WCU Transfer Student Welcome Event Meet your fellow WCU Transfer students and receive tips for success in your first semester. Here you can learn how to get involved in the Transfer Student Association and have a chance to win a gift card! |
Sykes Ballrooms |
| 5:30 PM | Women's Basketball vs. Shepard University | Hollinger Field House |
| 7:30 PM | Men's Basketball vs. Shepard University | Hollinger Field House |
Tuesday, January 24
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 4:15-4:55 PM |
Campus Shuttle Uptown Loop Tour Join the WCU Sustainability Peer Educators on a full loop tour as they share destinations that can be reached with the Uptown Loop, other commuting and transportation services provided by WCU, and how shuttle buses fit into WCU’s larger commitments to environmental, social and economic sustainability. |
Church Street Shuttle Stop |
| 6-7 PM |
Student Government Association Social Grab a slice of pizza, meet the SGA Senators, and learn about your Student Government Association! Register on RamConnect and follow @wcu_sga on social media to stay up to date on open positions and ways to get involved. Our first meeting of the spring semester will follow the social at 7:15 PM. We hope you'll join us! |
Sykes Student Union Room 115 |
Wednesday, January 25
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
|
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 11 AM-2 PM |
Want to learn more about sustainability at WCU? Come experience the Sustainability Showcase from 11am-2pm in the Sykes Ballrooms! Learn about sustainable initiatives on campus, chat with sustainability-focused clubs and organizations, and mingle over free food... students, faculty, and staff are all welcome and encouraged to attend! |
Sykes Ballrooms |
| 12PM-2PM |
Office of Off-Campus and Commuter Services: Notebook Giveaway Receive a free notebook and chat with OCCS to learn more about living off campus or commuting to WCU! |
Sykes Lobby |
| 12:30PM-1:30PM |
Come join Wellness Promotion for a warm welcome back to campus with a giveaway! |
Student Recreation Center |
| 1-3 PM |
Let's Taco 'Bout Your First Year Are you a first-year student who's starting this spring? Come meet other first-year students who are also new to WCU and chat with orientation leaders about what you can expect in your first year, all while enjoying a walking taco! |
Lawrence Center Second Floor Commuter Lounge |
Thursday, January 26
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 12-1 PM |
Practicing Mindfulness and Other Ways of Relieving Stress Learn how to engage in mindfulness and other practical ways of relieving stress with the Office of Wellness Promtion. |
SECC Ballroom A |
| 12-2 PM |
Think you may need a tutor this spring? Staff from the Learning Assistance and Resource Center (LARC) will be available to help you sign up and answer questions about their services. |
Sykes Ballrooms |
Friday, January 27
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 12-1 PM |
Career Development Center Information Session Join staff from the Career Development Center (CDC) for an introduction to all the tools, services and resources available to Golden Rams. Remember, career development isn't just for seniors, so learn how to take advantage of all they have to offer throughout your time at WCU! |
Sykes Ballrooms |
| 12-1 PM |
Join the West Chester's First (First-Generation Student Initiative) to meet other first-gen students and learn more about how we can best support YOU and your family as you transition to WCU! See you on the First Friday of the semester for food and fun! |
Center for Student Involvement (Sykes 2nd Floor) |
| 1PM-2PM |
Come meet and talk with the dean of your academic school while enjoying donuts and fun flavored coffees! |
SECC Ballroom A |
| 2:30-3:10PM |
Campus Shuttle Uptown Loop Tour Join the WCU Sustainability Peer Educators on a full loop tour as they share destinations that can be reached with the Uptown Loop, other commuting and transportation services provided by WCU, and how shuttle buses fit into WCU’s larger commitments to environmental, social and economic sustainability. |
Church Street Shuttle Stop |
|
7-11 PM 7-8 PM Sensory Friendly Hour |
Rams After Hours: Rolling Into the Semester Join Rams After Hours for Rolling into the Semester! Bring your friends and enjoy FREE roller skating in the Sykes Ballrooms! Live DJ, roller skating and much more! There will be no flashing lights or loud music during the Sensory Friendly Hour from 7-8 PM . |
Sykes Ballrooms |
Saturday, January 28
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 PM | Women's Gymnastics | Sturzebecker Health Science Center, South Campus |
| 2 PM | Women's Basketball vs. Bloomsburg University | Hollinger Field House |
| 4 PM | Men's Basketball vs. Bloomsburg University | Hollinger Field House |
Sunday, January 29
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 PM |
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studio C |
Monday, January 30
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 11AM-3 PM |
MLK Day of Service Event Throughout the month of January, WCU's Resource Pantry has been accepting donations of children's books with diverse protagonists and storylines to be donated to local educational organizations. Join The Center for Civic Engagement and Social Impact in the Sykes Ballrooms to make bookmarks that will accompany these books to their new homes. Want to help film a collection of virtual story times to be uploaded to YouTube? Anyone who's interested can stop by the Digital Media Center from 1-3 PM to help with this project! |
Sykes Ballrooms Digital Media Center |
| 6-8 PM |
Come hang with the Counseling and Psychological Services Center staff and pet some cute therapy dogs! |
Sykes Lobby |
Tuesday, January 31
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 12-12:45 PM |
Fraternity & Sorority Life Information Session Think you may be interested in Fraternity & Sorority Life? Join members of F&SL to learn more about this active community at WCU. |
Sykes Ballroom A |
| 12-2 PM |
Along with popcorn given out, you can write about what you're excited for in this new semester and get information on library services! |
Francis Harvey Green Library |
| 12:30-1:30 PM |
Come join the Office of Wellness Promotion at their Be Well Hut for conversations around vaping. |
Student Recreation Center |
Wednesday, February 1
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 12-1 PM |
Study Abroad Information Session Come learn about study abroad opportunities offered at WCU! |
SECC Ballroom A |
| 12-2 PM |
Along with popcorn given out, you can write about what you're excited for in this new semester and get information on library services! |
Presser Music Library |
| 2-3PM |
Orientation Leader Information Session Would you like to welcome the class of 2027 this summer? The Office of New Student Programs is currently hiring Orientation Leaders. Come to this session to learn more about the position and how to apply! |
Sykes Student Union Room 10A |
| 5:30 PM | Women's Basketball vs. Kutztown University | Hollinger Field House |
| 7:30 PM | Men's Basketball vs. Kutztown University | Hollinger Field House |
Thursday, February 2
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 9:30AM-10:15AM |
WCU’s geothermal system efficiently heats and cools almost half of campus building space – it’s one of the largest of any University in the country. Check out the central Pump House where the geo-exchange heating and cooling happens. You're in for a colorful surprise! |
Pump House 114 W. Rosedale Avenue next to Sykes/Ram Park |
Friday, February 3
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Various Times |
Today's Student Rec Fitness Classes:
Group fitness classes are a great way to get and stay active while having the support of a community working toward the same goal! |
Student Recreation Center Fitness Studios |
| 10 AM-12 PM |
Join us at this Find Your Org Friday session that showcases how to get involved with WCU's various governing councils or Fraternity & Sorority Life! |
Sykes Ballrooms |
| 1-3 PM |
Find Your Org Friday continues with opportunities to explore the many academic and professional organizations active on WCU's campus. |
Sykes Ballrooms |
| 7-11 PM |
Feeling lucky? Test you luck at Vegas Night where there'll be live dealers, slot machines and plenty of chances to win amazing prizes! |
Sykes Ballrooms |
Saturday, February 4
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
Sunday, February 5
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 PM | Spinergy with Owen | Student Recreation Center, Fitness Studio C |
INTERESTED IN PLAYING INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL?
Sign ups are happening now through Wednesday, January 25th. The season starts Monday, January 30th, so sign up soon!
WINTER WELCOME LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
Location: FHG Library and Presser Music Library
Join us to go on a library scavenger hunt and to get bingo! You can do this self-paced event any time the library is open during Winter Welcome Days (January 23- February 5). Come to the library to scan the QR code, fill out your bingo card and win prizes!
Location: Presser Music Library
Come unwind with a puzzle at the Presser Music Library! Puzzle will be out for the duration of Winter Welcome Days. You'll find the puzzle on a low table in the reading room.
Winter Welcome Days Dining Hall Specials
Tuesday, 1/24 - National Clam Chowder Day
Wednesday, 1/24 - Nacho Night
Thursday, 1/25 - Movie Night Popcorn & Candy Bar
Friday, 1/27 - Sustainable Fish Friday (lunch)
Monday, 1/30 - Lunar New Year (dinner)
Friday, 2/3 - Sustainable Fish Friday (lunch)