Volunteer with the Volunteer Action Center (V.A.C.) @ Botanical Gardens of The Ozarks

• Come spend time with the VAC and volunteer for a great organization in NWA, the Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks. Wear comfy clothes, be willing to get dirty, and wear close-toed shoes.
• MOVED TO THURSDAY DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
• Location: Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks
• RSVP on Give Pulse

A-Team Meeting Welcome and Introductions

• Prior to arriving at the University of Arkansas, you had the opportunity to sign up or A-Week small groups and be assigned an upperclassman A-Week Leader.
• Time: 10:o0 am-12:00 pm
• Location: Old Main Lawn
• Registration is Required.

Passport to Success

• Students will pick up a student success passport from the CORD that will guide them to different offices important to student success within the CORD building and around campus. In order to get a passport “stamp,” students will engage in an interactive activity at each stop. Completed passports will be exchanged for a Kona Ice and the opportunity to be entered into drawings for prizes!
• Time: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Location: Meet in The CORD: Cordia Harrington Center for Excellence – Pick up your event passport pick up at main desk
• Passport partners include:
  • Student Success Center (Writing Center, Tutoring Center, Academic Integrity office, and the Career Studio)
  • Arkansas Student Union (Technology Center & Computer Lab)
  • Mullins Library
• Learn More!

Academic College Open Houses

College of Education & Health Professions Open House

• Come drop in and visit with the COEHP Boyer Center for Student Services Advising team located in the CORD and help us get to know you. This event will help you learn more about what it means to be a student in COEHP, meet with advisors for your major, and take a look around the building. Come meet fellow first year students in your major, too! 
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: CORD Suite 114 & Classroom 127
• Learn More & RSVP!

College of Engineering Open House

• Open House for our incoming first-year engineering students. We can answer questions to help prepare you for the first week of class. Drop by to meet College of Engineering faculty and staff. Learn about the different majors, classes, peer mentoring, academic coaching, student organizations, and more.
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: Bell Engineering Hall – Room 2282
• Learn More & RSVP!

Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences Open House

• Bumpers College Departments and College Student Ambassadors will host open houses for each major to help answer any questions, connect students to resources, and provide an opportunity to build relationships early in the semester.
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: Agricultural, Food, and Life Sciences Building (AFLS) Atrium
• Learn More & RSVP!

Data Sciences Open House

• Open House for our incoming first-year data science students. We can answer questions to help prepare you for the first week of class. Learn more about the different concentrations, classes, peer leaders, student organizations, and more.
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: Champions Hall 322 
• Learn More & RSVP!

Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences Open House 

• Fulbright College welcomes our incoming students. From 1-2pm, there will be a brief welcome from Dean Raines, followed by activities and Q&A with students. Professors, advisors, and student advocates of all kinds will be in attendance. From 2-3pm students are invited to meet their professors located in classrooms throughout Old Main
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: Giffels Auditorium- Old Main 
• Learn More & RSVP!

Sam M. Walton College of Business Open House

• Drop by to meet the Walton College Academic Advisors and other Walton faculty and staff. Ask questions about majors, classes, how to get involved, and more. Take a look around the buildings, find your classrooms, meet other business freshmen, and help us get to know you! 
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: Meet at the Reynolds Center Auditorium (RCED 120)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design Open House

• Fay Jones School student services team and student ambassadors will have stations set up for students to ask questions, take tours of their building, learn how to get involved, meet their new classmates, and more!
• Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
• Location: Meet in the lobby of Vol Walker Hall
• Learn More & RSVP!

Pre-Professional Students Meeting 

• A meeting for all incoming U of A pre-professional students regardless of major to hear about how to get (and stay) on track in your time at the U of A.
• Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Location: Gearhart Hall (GEAR) 026 Auditorium
• Learn More & RSVP!

New Student Welcome & Cookout

• New Student Welcome serves as the official welcome for new students at the University of Arkansas. Dinner will start at 6:00pm on the Arkansas Union Mall, and our program will start at 6:30pm. The program will include members of the Spirt Squad, Razorback Marching Band, live DJ, the Associated Student Government President, and campus administrators.
• Time: Dinner starts at 6:00 pm, program starts at 6:30 pm
• Location: Arkansas Union Mall
• Learn More!

Silent Disco @ Mullins

• Mullins Library isn’t just for hitting the books! Join us to get your groove on and strut through the stacks. We will be hosting a Silent Disco on the 4th floor—headsets and music will be provided, just bring yourself and your best dancing shoes. As every groovy Razorback knows, if you show up to the library, you better be ready to boogie down and work!
• Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
• Location: Mullins Library 4th Floor
• Learn More!

Sunrise Yoga

• Come enjoy 60 minutes of light yoga as the sun rises across our campus! Bring your own Yoga mat or anything you wish to use.
• Time:  6:30 am –  7:30 am
• Location: MOVED TO HPER GYM 3
• Learn More & RSVP!

Wheels & Wilderness

• Cruise into the semester with UREC Outdoors and the Office of Sustainability. Enjoy pastries and coffee, check out bikes and rental gear, and learn about sustainable commuting.
• Time:  7:30 am –  9:00 am
• Location: MOVED TO HPER 102
• Learn More & RSVP!

Arkansas Union Building Tours

• Join Arkansas Union staff on a tour of the building! We’ll show you how to get around the largest open facility on campus, help you learn about the offices and programs available, and maybe give away a prize or two!
• Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (Tours will begin every half hour, on the half-hour)
• Location: Start at the Arkansas Union Living room (Information Desk)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Lunch with the Volunteer Action Center (V.A.C.) @ Fulbright Dining Hall

• Come meet your VAC Board, have lunch with us, learn about VAC and how to get involved on campus. If you are an off-campus student, sign up for lunch and we’ll provide your entry into Fulbright Dining to join us! Register on Give Pulse for a Service Hour to earn your Get Your 10 swag!
• Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
• Location: Fulbright Dining Hall
• Learn More & RSVP!

New Student Mixers

• You Belong!  Join us at the New Student Mixers. The  mixers provide space and opportunity for incoming students to connect, find community and create a sense of belonging at the university with other students, faculty and staff members. The mixers are for students who identify as Native & Indigenous, Black, Latinx, Asian American & Pacific Islander, or LGBTQIA+, and more. Welcome to the Razorback Community.
• Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Location: Check in at the Arkansas Union Ballroom (check the HogSync event page for room specifics)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Introduction to Honors and the Futures Hub 

• An introduction to honors at the U of A and the services provided by the Honors College Futures Hub for current honors students and those interested in honors.
• Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Location: Gearhart Hall – GEAR 026 (Auditorium)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Honors College Open House 

• A chance for current honors students and those who are interested in honors to meet the Honors College staff through informal office visits.
• Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• Location: Gearhart Hall 130 
• Learn More & RSVP!

RECFEST (Sponsored by UREC, the Multicultural Center, Housing, and Food on the Hill)

• Experience UREC, Housing, the MC, and Food on the Hill. Virtual tour of the HPER renovation, win trivia with Housing, join activities at the MC Block Party, and enjoy delicious bites from Food on the Hill.
• Time: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
• Location: HPER
• Learn More & RSVP!

Outdoor Movie: Barbie (2023)

• Join the Office of Student Activities and watch the movie, Barbie while enjoying Sno Cones, Caricatures and meet our student leaders!
• Time: Check-in start at 8:30 pm; Movie starts at 9:00 pm
• Location: Greek Theatre
• Learn More & RSVP!

Morning Mingle with Food on the Hill

• Have Questions about dining on campus? Join Food on the Hill and get all your questions answered! Swing by Hill Coffee Co. in the Arkansas Union to fuel up and connect with your fellow classmates while getting your dining questions addressed!
• Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am
• Location: Arkansas Union- Hill Coffee Co.
• Learn More & RSVP!

Volunteer with the Volunteer Action Center (VAC) @ Beautiful Lives Boutique

• Come volunteer with your VAC Board. Register on Give Pulse for a Service Hour to earn your Get Your 10 swag!
• Time: 9:00am-11:00am
• Location: Beautiful Lives Boutique (Both Fayetteville and Springdale Locations)
• RSVP on GivePulse

Faith Fest Religious Organization Fair

• Come check out the various religious life groups on campus and enjoy lunch! Walk around the booths of more than 25 religious groups on campus, play some yard games, enjoy a chicken fajita lunch and hang out with us.
• Time: 11:00am-1:00pm
• Location: Arkansas Union Mall
• Learn More & RSVP!

Student Media Open House

• Explore the dynamic world of journalism and media at the Sue Walk Burnett Center! Join us for an exclusive tour of our state-of-the-art newsroom, where you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how stories are crafted, and news is made. Meet the talented UARK Student Media team, hear their inspiring stories, and discover how you can be part of the exciting world of student media. Don’t miss this opportunity to ignite your passion for journalism and media at the heart of UARK! Free food and refreshments provided.
• Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm
• Location: Kimpell Hall 203
• Learn More!

Hogs Get Hired: Tips for Landing a Campus Job

• Are you looking for an on-campus job? Join us for resume and interview tips from on-campus employers! 
• Time: 1:30pm-2:30pm
• Location: Cordia Herrington Center for Student Success (CORD 213)
• Learn More!

Jazz up your Journal

• Join our journal decorating jam session! Let your creativity soar and make your journal a masterpiece. Journals and collage materials provided.
• Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm
• Location: Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
• Learn More!

K9’s On Campus

• Come meet the dedicated K9 officers who make our campus a safer place. Learn about the nature and duties of these highly trained dogs, and participate in a Q&A session with their handlers. Don’t miss this chance to appreciate our beloved canine officers.
• Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
• Location: Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
• Learn More!

Hammock on the Hill 

• The green spaces across the University of Arkansas Campus have been the gathering place for students since the beginning. Come hammock and relax on Campus, walk between the Chemistry Building & Gearhart Hall, and enjoy the quiet and beautiful scenery.
• Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
• Location: Meet at the trees between the Chemistry Building and Gearhart Hall
• Learn More & RSVP!

Level Up! Video Game Free Play

• Do you enjoy playing video games and VR? Come and meet some new people and bond over your passion of video games! The Union Tech Center has a variety of PC and gaming system options for everyone to enjoy. 
• Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
• Location: Union Tech Center (Arkansas Union, 3rd floor)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Bar Style Trivia

• Put your trivia skills to the test in a competition of Bar-style trivia against other students. Join us in the Honors College Lounge to enjoy trivia and meet and mingle with new friends. Only the first sixty-five people to sign up will have a spot, and registration starts Monday, August 14th. Sign up with friends or prepare to meet new friends, as teams of four to six will be required. RSVP on HogSync needed for entry!
• Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
• Location: Gearhart Hall 130 (Honors Lounge)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Taste of Fayetteville 

• Get your own Taste of Fayetteville! Check out the samples provided by local vendors in the community. After you have sampled some of the local foods, you can join us in the Greek Theater to dance the night away with a live band and dueling pianos! 
• Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
• Location: Greek Theatre
• Learn More & RSVP!

A-Week Bingo

• Enjoy the classic game of Bingo with a UofA twist. Come and compete for fun prizes that will enhance your first-year experience!  
• Time: 9:00am-11:00am
• Location: Union Food Court (Arkansas Union, 3rd floor)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Volunteer with the Volunteer Action Center (V.A.C.) @ Botanical Gardens of The Ozarks

• Come spend time with the VAC and volunteer for a great organization in NWA, the Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks. Wear comfy clothes, be willing to get dirty, and wear close-toed shoes.
• Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Location: Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks
• RSVP on Give Pulse

Open House @ Jane B. Gearhart Full Circle Food Pantry

• Come tour the Jane B. Gearhart Full Circle Food Pantry, meet members of the pantry’s leadership board, learn about resources available to all students, and learn more about how you can get involved in the fight against food insecurity on our campus! Food from Slim Chicken’s will be provided to all attendees.
• Time: 11:00am-1:00pm
• Location: East Side of Walton Hall
• RSVP on GivePulse

Book it to the Library (Hosted by Fayetteville Public Library & Mullins Library)

• Join us on the Union Mall for the Fayetteville Public Library Card-A-Thon! Meet the brand new bookmobile and snag your FREE Fayetteville Public Library (FPL) card! As an award winning institution, FPL offers more than just books—it’s a vibrant community hub with top-tier resources and state-of-the-art facilities, and all University of Arkansas students are able to get their card with a valid student ID. Want to know how to make both your libraries work for you? Check out the best of what we both offer! Don’t miss out—get to know FPL and the bookmobile during the Fayetteville Library Card-A-Thon and unlock a world of knowledge and fun with your FREE library card. Welcome to your library, where every student’s journey to success begin!
• Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
• Location: Union Mall next to Mullins Library
• Learn More & RSVP!

Innovation Exploration: McMillon Studio Open House

• Join us at the McMillion Studio (In the Harmon parking garage next to bus stop) from 11:30AM to 1 PM to meet fellow entrepreneur students, connect with staff, and learn about upcoming events, this semester. Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, design thinking, product teams, or the startup community in Fayetteville, we’re here to support your success as a student while at the University of Arkansas. All students and majors are welcomed, plus we will have food, and the first 75 students get a surprise swag bag! Don’t miss out!!
• Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
• Location: McMillon Studio
• Learn More & RSVP!

Honors College Freshman Induction 

• Celebrate your first step in the journey to becoming an honors graduate through the freshmen induction ceremony!
• Time: 2:30pm-3:00pm
• Location: Gearhart Hall Courtyard & Honors Study Lounge
• Learn More & RSVP!

Honors College Recess 

• Join us for the first Honors College Recess of the Fall semester! Take a break from the academic grind with free food, coffee and drinks, and music. Connect with other honors students, as well as honors staff and upperclassmen. 
• Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm
• Location: Gearhart Hall 130
• Learn More & RSVP!

Pickleball on the Mall

• Drop by for quick rounds of Pickleball with UREC Sports!
• Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
• Location: Union Mall
• Learn More Here!
  

Razorback Soccer Home Opener

• Meet us at the pitch as the Razorback Soccer Team kicks off there Season against John Brown University. Students get in FREE with their student ID!
• Time: Game starts at 7:00pm
• Location: Razorback Field
• Learn More!

Aux Cord Wars

• Aux Cord Wars Live is a concertstyle experience that is perfect for ALL crowds, large and small. For over two hours, audience members get the once-in-a-lifetime chance to control the music and win cash or prizes on the spot! Hosted by  internationally touring entertainers, Jay Dukes and Trizzy; with our ACW official DJ’s positioned side by side keeping the experience live. This event has an old-school DJ competition vibe, with YOU in control, to see who can move the crowd by playing the best songs, while the audience decides your fate.
• Time: 7:30pm-10:30pm
• Location: Bud Walton Arena
• Learn More & RSVP!

Coffee with the Associate Student Government (A.S.G.)

• Stop by Hill Coffee Co. in the Student Union to learn more about the Associated Student Government and get free coffee on us! Say you are with ASG at the counter, and then stop by our table to learn more about our programs, policies, and how to get involved! 
• Time: 11:00am-12:30pm
• Location: Hill Coffee Co. (Arkansas Student Union)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Park & Ride 101: Campus Parking and Transit

• Join us for Park & Ride 101, where you’ll learn the ins and outs of navigating parking and transit on campus! Staff from Parking & Transit will cover everything from helping you find the best parking spot for you, to utilizing campus transit efficiently. Don’t let parking woes or transit confusion slow you down – master campus transportation with us!
• Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm
• Location: Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
• Learn More & RSVP!

2nd Floor Union Open House

• Come to the Center for Community Engagement Office and meet the various offices housed on the 2nd Floor of the Student Union. Register on Give Pulse for a Service Hour to earn your Get Your 10 swag!
• Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm
• Location: Arkansas Union Center for Community Engagement (ARKU 241)
• Learn More & RSVP!

Class Quest: Navigating your Fall Schedule

• Embark on a Class Quest and set your course for success! Join us as we guide new students on where campus buildings are located to help you find your classes. Do not miss this opportunity to ensure a smooth start to the fall semester. Our expert navigators will share tips, maps, and tricks to help you find your way and make the most of your academic journey. Don’t let the first day jitters get the best of you – conquer your class locations with confidence!
• Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
• Location: Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
• Learn More & RSVP!

Razorback Experience @ Barnhill Arena

• Experience the excitement of Razorback Athletics at Barnhill Arena, the home of your Volleyball and Gymnastic teams. Hear from our Head Coaches Jordyn Wieber and Jason Watson, prior to Volleyball taking the court to play an intersquad match. Multiple chances for students to win Razorback Athletic prizes and get an early look into a gameday at Barnhill Arena! Doors open at 2:45pm, Events starts at 3:10.
• Time: 2:45pm-5:00pm
• Location: Barnhill Arena
• Learn More & RSVP!

UARK Cardinal Nights Back to School Bash

• UARK Cardinal Nights is a late-night program facilitated by student leaders dedicated to providing creative and entertaining activities. Our Back to School Bash will include Free Food, T-Shirts, Inflatables, Prizes, and MORE!
• Time: 7:00pm-11:00pm (midnight)
• Location: Arkansas Union Mall
• Learn More & RSVP!

SATURDAY (8/17)

Fayetteville Farmer’s Market Visit Sponsored by the Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation

• Embark with us on a journey to explore the vibrant Fayetteville Square, infamous Farmer’s Market, and the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Brewer Hub. Discover how the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation fosters our local startup community through experiential learning opportunities and innovative programs. After this insightful visit, join the bustling atmosphere of Fayetteville’s Farmers Market. Here, local vendors showcase a delightful array of fresh produce, flowers, and coffee. Bring your friends, savor a cup of coffee, and seize the opportunity for the perfect Instagram post!”
• Time: 9:00am
• Location: Meet in the Arkansas Union Mall (by the fountain) and walk to the square as a group
• Learn More & RSVP!

Fayetteville Public Library Scavenger Hunt

• Check out your local library! Think the library is just for books? You’ll be surprised by what you’ll see at FPL. State-of-the-art makerspace? Professional teaching kitchen? Dance and yoga studio? And that’s only for starters! Get a FREE library card, swag bag, and a tasty treat as you explore all of FPL’s free resources, services, spaces and events.
• Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
• Location: Fayetteville Public Library
• Learn More & RSVP!

Night At The UARK Museum 

• Start your semester off with an exciting Night at the University of Arkansas Museum! From meteorites and dinosaurs to ancient Roman coins and first computers, the Museum houses a wide array of materials across time and space. Explore the collections, relax with games and crafts, and grab some food!
• Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
• Location: University of Arkansas Museum (Bus available to & from event at Hotz Hall Bus Loop)
• Learn More & RSVP!

SUNDAY (8/18)

Mandatory Floor Meetings

• This is an opportunity for students to meet one another and to get acclimated to their residence hall while meeting their neighbors. Hall staff, the building Coordinator for Residence Education will be present to meet residents. 
• Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
• Location: Each residence hall will outline the location for their in-person floor meeting. 
• See your Resident Assistant (R.A.) for details! This information is also on your residence hall HogSync portal.

New Student Pep Rally

• Who are the Hogs?  We are the Hogs!  Learn this tradition and many more as we go through the University of Arkansas Traditions. The event will feature members of the University of Arkansas Marching Band, Spirit Squad, Mascots and student leaders from across campus.  There will also be a special message from University of Arkansas Athletic coaches.
• Time: Doors Open @ 7:00pm, program starts at 8:15pm (Class of 2028 Picture on the football field will take place at the end of the program. WEAR RAZORBACK RED)
• Location: Razorback Football Stadium
• Learn More & RSVP!