At ÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø, our students come first. Our 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio means you’ll enjoy focused, individualized attention. We are committed to your success.
We’re excited that you are interested in the vibrant experiences and educational opportunities that ÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø offers. We want you here.
Affectionately known as “the Hill” to generations of students, you can expect to form lifelong friendships, enjoy transformational experiences and discover your passions. Welcome to “the Hill.”
The Wildcat community extends around the globe-united by more than 160 years of tradition, built on excellence in education. Our tradition grounds us. Your future inspires us.
Mark Your Calendar and Get Ready For
Move-In and Welcome Week
Mark your calendar for your move-in date and plan to join us as we come together for the Week of Welcome!Ìý
See below for more details about Move-In 2025.
For MORE INFORMATION or if you have questions, contact Joshua Villarino, Coordinator of Residence Life.
*(Cheer, football, men's and women's cross country, men's and women's soccer, and women's volleyball)
Friday, August 8ÌýÌý
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Football Check In*
Field HouseÌý
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Dining Services Student Workers, Cheer, M/W cross country, M/W soccer, and women's volleyball Check In*
Field House
4:30 p.m. - Cheer, Cross Country, Soccer, and Women's Volleyball Welcome*
PAC Auditorium
5 p.m. - Football Welcome*
PAC Auditorium
*Denotes required event for new studentsÌý
Thursday, August 14
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Check In*
Meaders Lounge, Gladys Crown
Thursday, August 21
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. - New Student Check In*
Field HouseÌý
11:30 a.m. - Lunch
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. - New Commuter Student Check In*
Field HouseÌýÌý
2 p.m. - New Commuter Student Chat*
Meaders Lounge, Gladys Crown Center
3 p.m. - Kick Off*
PAC Auditorium
3:45 p.m. - Matriculation*
Johnson Hall
4:30 p.m. - Meet with your WSL group or Transfer Student Session*
Various Locations
5:30 p.m. - Dinner
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
8 p.m. - Play Fair*
Field House
*Denotes required event for new studentsÌý
Friday, August 22 - Culver Crash CourseÌý
8 a.m. - Breakfast
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Culver Crash Course*
PAC Auditorium
5 p.m. - Dinner
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
6 p.m. - 10 p.m. - Social ActivityÌý
Saturday, August 23 - EDM Day
8 a.m. - Breakfast
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
9:15 a.m. - Everyone Doing More Kickoff*
PAC Auditorium
9:50 a.m. - Class Picture*
PAC Auditorium
10 a.m. - Everyone Doing More*
Canton, MO
5 p.m. - Dinner
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
6 p.m. - 10 p.m. - Football Game & Social ActivityÌý
Sunday, August 24
11 a.m. - Opening Chapel
Merillat Chapel
11:30 a.m. - Lunch with your WSL Group
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
2 p.m. - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!*
PAC Auditorium
3:30 p.m. - Greek 101
PAC
5 p.m. - Grill on "the Hill"
Quad
*Denotes required event for new studentsÌý
Sunday, August 24Ìý
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Returning Student Check-InÌý
Henderson Hall
11:30 a.m. - Lunch
Dining Hall, Gladys Crown Center
5 p.m. - Grill on "the Hill"
Quad
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