Winter Welcome
Join us for Winter Welcome from Friday, January 10 at 5:00 p.m. through Saturday, January 25, 2025!
This series of events is designed to help new and returning Bears feel at home at UNC by fostering Belonging, Involvement, and Gathering. Connect with peers, explore campus opportunities, and get to know our vibrant community. Don't miss out on the excitement as we kick off the fall semester together!
The Winter Welcome schedule will be updated on a weekly basis, so check back for more information. Be sure to explore BearConnect, UNC’s first online student engagement platform and the hub for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). BearConnect is your gateway to the campus involvement scene, providing tools for organization management, event planning, and general student involvement. Through BearConnect, students can register clubs, plan and promote events, and access a variety of free and open events, clubs, and news tailored to their interests.
Winter Welcome Kick-Off: January 10 – January 12
Friday, January 10, 2025
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Dinner: Relax over dinner with fellow students. (NEW STUDENTS ONLY)
- 6:00 PM | Shrek Double-Feature: Unwind with a fun movie night featuring Shrek and Shrek 2. (NEW STUDENTS ONLY)
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Saturday and Sunday programs are pending final confirmation. Check back closer to the event for the final schedule.
- 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Brunch: Enjoy a laid-back brunch with peers and Orientation Assistants.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Small Group Connections: Community of Bears: Engage in a discussion focused on building a strong sense of community. (NEW STUDENTS ONLY)
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Small Group Connections: Roar Rally: Get energized with a spirited rally that builds school pride and connection. (NEW STUDENTS ONLY)
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Women's Basketball Game: Cheer on the Bears with your new friends.
- 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM | Mindfulness Activity: Take time to de-stress and refresh with mindfulness exercises.
- 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Intro to Campus Recreation: Learn about UNC's recreational facilities and how you can stay active on campus.
- 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Dinner: Join a community dinner with other students.
- 7:30 PM | Housewarming Event: Wrap up the day with a housewarming-themed social event featuring games, music, and refreshments.
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Saturday and Sunday programs are pending final confirmation. Check back closer to the event for the final schedule.
- 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Brunch: Recap the weekend with brunch and share highlights with Orientation Assistants.
- 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Bears on Ice: Open Skate: Wrap up Winter Welcome with an open skate session for a fun, active ending to the weekend.
Week 1: January 13 – January 18
Monday, January 13, 2025
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Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 4th Anual Student vs Staff Basketball Game (Bank of Colorado Arena)
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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Thursday, January 16, 2025
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Friday, January 17, 2025
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Saturday, January 18, 2025
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Week 2: January 19 – January 25
Sunday, January 19, 2025
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Monday, January 20, 2025
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025
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Thursday, January 23, 2025
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Friday, January 24, 2025
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Saturday, January 25, 2025
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