Welcome new and transfer students!
Get excited for the final piece of your transition into becoming a CUW Falcon – New Student Orientation! During this experience you will:
- Meet new friends
- Get comfortable on campus before classes start
- Learn about all the great activities you can take part in
- Enjoy beautiful Lake Michigan
- Learn about academic expectations and university conduct
- Get ready for what could be some of the greatest years of your life
- Have a ton of fun
- And much more!
Important dates
This year, the main move-in day for new residential students will be on January 3, 2026. New Student Orientation (for all undergraduate students) will take place January 3-4, 2026.
Schedule
Saturday, January 3
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| New Student Move-in | Your Residence Hall, Residential students only | |
| Dinner with Crew Leaders | Siebert Dining Hall | |
| Games and Snacks | Albrecht Lounge |
Sunday, January 4
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introductory Opening | Albrecht Lounge | |
| Noon - 12:45 PM | Brunch | Siebert Dining Hall |
| 1:00 PM - 1:45PM | Welcome to Concordia | Albrecht Lounge |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Academic Advising | Albrecht Lounge |
| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Concordia 101 & Tour | Albrecht Lounge and around campus |
| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Canvas Painting & Games | Regents Atrium |
| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | International Specific Orientation | Albrecht Lounge, International students only |
| 6:00 PM | Dinner with Crew Leaders | Siebert Dining Hall |
| 8:30 PM | Residence Hall Meetings | Your Residence Hall, Residential students only |
Note: meals in Siebert Dining Hall will be covered by your meal plan (for residential students) and by New Student Programs (for commuter students).
Meet our Concordia Crew staff members
Questions?
If you have any questions about New Student Orientation, please don’t hesitate to contact New Student Programs at newstudent.programs@cuw.edu.