Juneau Welcome Week

Welcome Week is required for all new on-campus, degree-seeking students registered for 12 or more credits. New students who are registered for less than 12 credits are highly encouraged to attend Welcome Week. There are required activities on January 11-12, 2019, with highly recommended activities through the first week of classes. A $100 fee will be charged to students who are required to attend and any other students that choose to join.

Do you want to learn more about all of the great resources UAS has to offer? Check out our New Student Guide, which all Welcome Week attendees will recieve!

UAS New Student Guide

Check out the full schedule of opportunities and requirements below. Plan for full days (8 AM–5 PM).

Spring 2019 Schedule

	January 10 9AM-11PM John Pugh Hall and Student Housing Lodge	Housing move-in begins at 9 AM on Thursday, January 10. For more information about Housing Move-In, visit the UAS Student Housing Website.
	January 11 9:30AM Glacier View Room	Join us at the UAS Glacier View Room for an official welcome to your university. You'll get the opportunity to meet your peers and hear from UAS Administrators.
	January 11 10:15AM Glacier View Room	In this session you'll learn about paying for college, personal budgeting, and how to use your meal plan (if you have one!).
	January 11 11:00 AM Egan Classroom Wing	We'll show you around campus so you can find classes, campus resources, and places to spend your time!
	January 11 12:00 PM Glacier View Room	Join us at the Glacier View Room for a chance to eat and build community, along with meeting some of the on-campus faculty. This is a great opportunity to meet potential professors or ask questions about classes.
	January 11 3:00PM Main Campus	This is the perfect time to ensure you're all set for classes to start! We'll help you to ensure you're registered, finished with financial aid requirements, and more. We'll also be taking a group photo of all Orientation attendees!
	January 12 9:30 AM Glacier View Room	Learn about Social, Personal, and Community Wellness and why it is important. Each individual is a part of building the community we have here at UAS and we want to invite everyone to participate.
	January 12 11:30AM Departs from Main Campus	The Downtown Excursion is a great chance to familiarize yourself with your new community. We'll be providing lunch at a downtown restaurant, giving a tour at the State Library and Archives Museum, touring downtown, and treating our participants to an Escape Room experience!
	January 12 7PM Student Recreation Center	Join us at the UAS Student Recreation Center for a BBQ! We'll have food, music, and an opportunity to explore the REC Center. This is a great opportunity to get some grub and introduce yourself to others!
	January 13 7PM Student Recreation Center	Join us at the Student Recreation Center for a movie and snacks. This is an awesome opportunity to meet your peers and relax.
	January 14 8AM-1PM Campus Courtyard	Staff and Faculty will be available to help you navigate your way around campus during the first day of classes. Look for our tents in the Mourant Courtyard!

What if I cannot attend every session?

We understand that some incoming students may have scheduling conflicts. Your goal should be to attend as much of Welcome Week as possible. There are no separate fees or fee reductions if you can only attend part of the event.

What should I bring?

Orientation is active, so be sure to dress comfortably and wear shoes that are comfortable to walk in. In Southeast Alaska, layers are always recommended.