IntroDUCKtion 2025 Schedule for Fall First-Year Students

Welcome to the University of Oregon! 

We’re so excited to welcome you home to Eugene. IntroDUCKtion is about helping you understand what it means to be a Duck—both inside and outside of the classroom. We’ll share tips for student success, help you understand what it takes to earn your degree, and introduce you to programs, resources, and departments that are here to help. We’ll also teach you about some traditions at the UO and how to navigate life as a Duck.

All sessions are mandatory.

Day One

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Time

Session

Location

1:00–2:00 p.m.

Program Check-In

Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Green

2:00–3:00 p.m.

Welcome

Learn more about IntroDUCKtion and meet your Student Orientation Staffer (SOSer) who will lead you through the program.

Columbia 150

3:00–4:00 p.m.

Flock Meeting #1 

Meet with your assigned group. Your SOSer will lead you and the rest of your group through a few Flock Meetings throughout your session. This is a time to get to know other incoming students, process information from presentations, and ask questions. 

Follow your SOSer!

4:00–4:35 p.m.

Your Story, Our Story

All Ducks have a story that tells us who they are. Share your story,  learn about resilience, and discover  the places on campus to find a home away from home.

Columbia 150

4:35–5:15 p.m.

University Housing: How Ducks Live

We know you have a lot of questions about University Housing. In this presentation, you will learn about move-in, meal plans, support throughout the year, and more.  

Columbia 150

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Day Two

Time

Session

Location

9:00–9:15 a.m.

Flock Regroup

Meet up with your Flock and follow your SOSer to morning programming. 

Follow your SOSer!

9:15–9:45 a.m.

Flock Meeting 2

Meet up with your group to get ready for Day Two of IntroDUCKtion!

Follow your SOSer!

9:45–10:35 a.m.

Intro to Advising

Gain insight from academic advisors about what it takes to earn a UO degree and how to stay on track toward graduation.  

Lillis 182

10:45–11:45 a.m.

Get Explicit

Hear from current Ducks with Prevention Services about consent, sexual wellness, and being an effective bystander.

EMU Ballroom

11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Lunch on Your Own

Use the Duck Bucks card you received to explore campus eateries. If you have a pre-approved UO ID Card photo, this is a great opportunity to pick up your card. 

Optional: Student Services and Activities Fair

Learn about university programs and resources, and meet staff as you drop by their tables at the fair or showroom.    

UO Dining Venues

Student Services and Activities Fair
EMU Crater Lake Rooms

1:00–1:10 p.m.

Flock Regroup

Meet up with your Flock and follow your SOSer to afternoon programming. 

Follow your SOSer!

1:10–1:40 p.m.

University Health Services: Comprehensive Care, Right on Campus

UHS is conveniently located on campus and offers many services to UO students, including medical care, mental and allied health services, and programs for well-being. UHS is a nationally accredited, multi-specialty health care organization with more than 150 staff whose primary focus is the health and well-being of UO students.  

EMU Ballroom

1:40–3:10 p.m.

Trek Through the Trees

This conference-style group of offerings will give you an opportunity to learn about many university resources.

Join us for two rounds of interest sessions from:

  • 1:50–2:20 p.m. and
  • 2:30–3:00 p.m.

Study Abroad
Straub Hall 156

Financial Aid
EMU Ballroom

Pathway Oregon
Columbia 150
(2:30–3:00 p.m. only)

Student Panel
Straub Hall 145

Accessible Education Center
EMU Lease Crutcher Lewis Room

3:10–3:45 p.m.

Flock 3

Follow your SOSer for your final Flock Meeting to review important next steps to take after IntroDUCKtion.

Follow your SOSer!

3:45–4:00 p.m.

HYPE!

Join in to learn some fun university traditions and get HYPED at the end of IntroDUCKtion!

EMU Amphitheater

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