New Student Orientation

Student Health Services Open House

Join us for an open house on the ground floor of Commonwealth Hall! At the Student Health Services Open House, you can learn about services offered to take care of yourself and package a small goodie bag to take with you! 

Student Health Services
Commonwealth Hall Ground Floor

Be Well Hut

Join staff from WCU's Wellness Promotion and learn about the many ways you can get well and be well during your time as a Golden Ram.

Connect Not Compare +Therapy Dogs

During this interactive workshop, you'll work in pairs or small groups and play a fun, connection card game while also getting a chance to meet WCU's therapy dogs!

First Gen Winter Warm Up

Join West Chester's First (WCU's 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!  Enjoy wintery themed food, games, exclusive first-gen swag, and more! 

Commuter Lunch

Start your new year and new semester off right with your fellow commuter students! All commuter students are invited to join us at the first commuter lunch of the semester. This month’s theme is self-care. Lunch is provided for the first 30 students to attend, but all are welcome and can bring their own lunch too. Be sure to register on RamConnect!

Mindful Painting Session 1

Join us at the Center for Contemplative Studies for mindful painting! All new students are invited to spend a relaxing hour tapping into their creativity with acrylic paint on a canvas! No previous painting experience is required. Please wear casual clothing as acrylic paint will permanently stain most fabrics. Feel free to bring your own apron or smock. Sports are limited, so be sure to register soon on RamConnect!

Mindful Painting Session 2

Join us at the Center for Contemplative Studies for mindful painting! All new students are invited to spend a relaxing hour tapping into their creativity with acrylic paint on a canvas! No previous painting experience is required. Please wear casual clothing as acrylic paint will permanently stain most fabrics. Feel free to bring your own apron or smock. Sports are limited, so be sure to register soon on RamConnect!

Break the Ice:  Learn How to Get Involved at WCU

Did you know WCU has hundreds of student clubs and organizations representing almost any interest you can think of? You can also start your own club or organization based on your interests. Join staff members from the Office of Student Leadership & Involvement to learn more!

Martin Luther King Day of Service Event

Honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by participating in this year's service project with the WCU Resource Pantry. 

Scavenger Hunt & Pop-Up Tea Bar

Come enjoy a warm beverage while you learn your way around the Library and see all it offers (hint:  it's not just books!).

Connect Not Compare + Therapy Dogs

During this interactive workshop, you'll work in pairs or small groups and play a fun, connection card game while also getting a chance to meet WCU's therapy dogs!

Rustin Movie Screening

Rustin commemorates the life of West Chester native and civil rights activist Bayard Rustin who organized the 1963 March on Washington. Join us for a special screening of Rustin, being shown as part of our Martin Luther King, Jr. week of programming. 

MLK Brunch Celebration

Join The Society (formerly the Frederick Douglass Society) at their 30th annual brunch event commemorating the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Tickets are required and can be ordered through the WCU Foundation. Tickets are free for students.

Friendship Bracelet Making with the Center for Trans & Queer Advocacy

Join the CTQA to welcome both old and new faces to campus for the Spring 2024 semester with friendship bracelet making! This cozy activity will be a fun and creative way to get to know each other, celebrate old friends, and hopefully make new ones! We’ll see you there with a warm smile to melt the winter chill!

Rams After Hours

Want to learn how to play classic casino table games? Check out Bet On It in Sykes Ballrooms to learn all the best casino activities for free. Have real Las Vegas dealers teach you exactly how to play and stay there for hours. There's also three giveaway baskets you can win raffle tickets for! Prizes include a Bose Speaker, Kindle, Nintendo Switch, Google Chromecast and so many more perfect prizes for our casino space. There will also be catering so play, eat, and socialize with friends as we welcome in the new semester!