Orientation FAQs

The Orientation schedule for the spring semester is very concise and simple and Orientation Leaders will help guide you through the day’s activities. You'll receive a schedule upon arrival on Sunday, Jan. 25. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m. in the University Center.

Orientation on January 25 is expected to be attended by all incoming students. We’ve designed the program to help you make connections with peers, campus and the UWRF community so you are ready to start the year off strong! Check your UWRF email to see your schedule for each day.

If you are unable to attend for any reason, please email orientation@uwrf.edu with the dates and times that you are unavailable. 

You'll be with other incoming Falcons! You'll also be assigned an Orientation Leader (OL) who will lead your Orientation Group through different sessions and activities.

Good news, you don't need much! You will need your UWRF ID card and cell phone, plus we’d recommend bringing a water bottle if you’d like. 

Your assigned Orientation Leader should be your first point of contact regarding any questions during orientation, as they'll know who or where to direct you to at all times throughout the weekend. You can also email orientation@uwrf.edu or text 715-941-0410 at any point if you have questions.

There will be lots of people to help answer questions during Move In! Don't hesitate to stop anyone with a nametag or UWRF Falcon Move Crew shirt. Your assigned resident assistant (RA) is also a great resource to answer questions as you get settled in! 

If you purchased a parking permit, you'll be eligible to park in Pay Lot 3 (by the Falcon Center) per your parking permit. If you didn't purchase a parking permit, you'll want to plan time to find a parking spot on the street or in one of the pay lots on campus. Be sure to read signs carefully so you know where you can and cannot park - you're responsible for obeying all parking regulations!

Your meal plan is active beginning on Orientation Day (Jan. 25). If you move into your dorm on Jan. 24, you can find an Orientation Leader outside the Riverside Commons in the UC to receive a complimentary meal ticket. Families, parents and supporters of new students can also eat free with their student(s) on move in day.

During Orientation, a light breakfast will be served at Orientation and dinner will be on your own time - invite a new friend to join you! Lunch is scheduled during Orientation day, so you'll be eating lunch with your Orientation group.

If you're a commuter, all meals are included for you in Riverside Commons during Orientation - even if you don't have a meal plan! You'll just need a meal ticket from an OL! To view dining hours and options, visit the When and Where to Eat webpage or download the "Dine on Campus" app.

Families and supporters do not have a formal Orientation. However, families and supporters are encouraged to stick around during the afternoon on Move In Day, Jan. 24.

During Move In, families and supporters are able to join their student in Riverside Commons for a free meal (open 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for lunch and 5:30-6:30 p.m. for dinner. 

Visit the Week of Welcome webpage to view the entire schedule. You can also download the Corq app to view the calendar of activities all across campus or follow @uwrforientation on Instagram for event info and updates! 

Week of Welcome activities are encouraged as a way for you to have fun and connect with other Falcons during your first two weeks on campus!