Winter Warm-Up
Whether you are just starting winter term at the UO, or started this fall, there's something for you. Winter Warm-Up is the time to settle into campus life, make new connections with fellow Ducks and staff, and get started in the right direction.
Below you will find the calendar of events, which can also be accessed on the UO Events Calendar. Keep in mind we have specific events for first-year, transfer, and all students, all which can be found in the event descriptions. We hope to see you at Winter Warm-Up!
Monday, January 9, 2023
Campus Tours
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Erb Memorial Union, O Desk
Entering the wrong classroom on your first day happens—but it doesn’t have to. We’ll help you look and feel like an expert on your first day of classes. Meet a Student Ambassador that can show you your way around campus. Tours are approximately 60 minutes and depart at 11:00 a.m. and noon. We recommend downloading the UOregon App if you haven’t already; it can be found on Google Play and the Apple Store.
Transferring Home: Welcome to the UO
4:00–5:00 p.m. | EMU Ballroom
This event is specific to transfer students. Spend time getting to know more about the UO and transfer-specific opportunities. Meet and hear from campus partners and socialize with other incoming transfer students.
Speed Friending, Class of 2026
6:00–7:00 p.m. | EMU Redwood Auditorium
This event is open to all incoming fall and winter term first-year students. Still looking to make connections? Come join us in the EMU Redwood Auditorium for speed friending. We’ll have good food, tunes, and even the class T-shirt to take home.
Tuesday, January 10
Academic Advising Workshop
3:00–4:00 p.m. | EMU Redwood Auditorium
This event is specific to transfer students. We know that being a transfer student can come with a ton of complexity, especially around degree completion and transfer credits. Come meet Transfer Transition Coordinator Scott Broussard to get started successfully and learn more about the advising experience at the UO.
Wednesday, January 11
Student Activities and Info Fair
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | EMU Ballroom
This event is open to all UO students. It can be tricky to know where to go to get support and build community on campus. We hope you’ll join us to learn about some of the resources on campus and how you can get involved at the UO. Stop by to learn how to make the most of your time as a Duck!
Transfer Student Success at the UO
3:00–4:00 p.m. | EMU, Lease Crutcher Lewis Room
This event is specific to transfer students. Coming from a different college can be intimidating and the Transfer Team is here to show you that you deserve to be here. We hope you’ll join us to learn from current transfer students about what it means to be a Duck, how to leverage your college experience, and tips and tricks to being successful in and out of the classroom at the UO.
Thursday, January 12
Financial Wellness Workshop
3:00–4:00 p.m. | EMU, Diamond Lake Room
This event is open to all UO students. Figuring out your finances can be a stressful part of the college experience. Join staff from the Financial Wellness Center to learn about building credit, making sound money habits, and investing in your future. By attending this workshop you’ll start to gain the skills you need to prepare for your financial future at the UO and beyond.
Friday, January 13
Career Readiness Workshop
3:00–4:00 p.m. | EMU, Lease Crutcher Lewis Room
This event is specific to transfer students. As transfer students you may be ready to explore what is beyond graduation or what exciting opportunities there are to take advantage of through internships and research while at the UO. Learn more from the University Career Center about what’s waiting for you to explore.
Transfer Student Connect
6:00–7:00 p.m. | EMU Redwood Auditorium
This event is specific to transfer students. A strictly social gathering, come mix and mingle with other new and incoming transfer students. You can even pick up your new UO swag transfer student T-shirt at the end. Food and light beverages provided.