Welcome Class of 2027! 

Wednesday’s Soft Launch

Late Night Miami Preview for the students who have already moved into their hall. 

Students will have the opportunity to watch a screening of the new Super Mario Brothers movie in the Wilks Theater, play board games and Nintendo Switch at the Red Zone, and compete in a cornhole tournament in Bishop Woods.

Every Day: Morning Menu (New)

Try out a new dining hall, discover the green spaces on campus, take part in craft activities in the Armstrong Student Center. A virtual scavenger hunt will provide an opportunity to learn more about the university's history, while the poster sale offers a chance to decorate their living spaces. Additionally, students can pick up textbooks, check out the Rec Center, and open a PNC Bank account, ensuring a smooth transition into campus life.

Thursday

Family Fun Zone (New)

• Family Fun Zone Thursday from 1 to 5 p.m. on Central Quad.
• The event will feature carnival games, a digital photo booth, and giveaways.

Welcome Weekend Block Party

• Thursday 8-11 p.m., Rec Quad and Goggin Ice Center.
• As the sun sets, the Welcome Weekend Block Party will come alive, featuring an exciting Silent Disco, prizes, inflatables, and life-sized board games. 

Friday

RedHawk Ready (New) Friday afternoon is dedicated to wellness, classroom preparedness, and community engagement.

• From 1 to 3 p.m. students will focus on the eight dimensions of wellness, with activities such as dog therapy, water bottle contests, hammocking, and various wellness activities. The career center will be open for headshots and tours. Fitness classes, massage therapists, and badminton, volleyball, and frisbee provide a balance of mental and physical wellness.
• From 2 to 4 p.m. students will focus on getting ready for the classroom through the Explore King event. This time can be spent mapping classroom locations and planning their time, with help from the University Libraries.
• From 3 to 5 p.m. students will focus on being ready for community, with the ultimate ice breaker for the entire incoming class: Playfair on the Rec Center quad. Also during this time there will be a pARTy at the Art Museum.

Welcome Home with MAP 7-10:30 p.m., all over campus. Fireworks!

• From crafty and creative (e.g., custom street signs, water colors) to sporty and competitive (e.g., dodgeball, ninja warrior course) to exciting and adventurous (e.g., roller disco, Sizzler ride), there is something for everyone at Welcome Home with Map on Friday night.
• The night always ends with a stellar fireworks display behind Benton Hall!

Saturday

Rise Against Hunger: 2-4 p.m. in the Armstrong Student Center Pavilion.

•  Students will work together to prepare 25,000 meals for those in need. This event is an opportunity for students to get to know each other while providing service for the community.

Sip and Socialize (New) 3:30-5:30 p.m.; location TBD

• Sip and Socialize is a new Saturday program featuring iced coffee and boba tea, with several passive and active ways to meet other students. Small, structured ice breakers will be held with facilitators who can help connect students in person. Students can also participate in the Social Spree, where they can share their social media handles with others who are interested in similar activities.

Residence Hall Rendezvous (New)

Before the late night activities begin, students can connect in a smaller setting with individual residence hall events from 7 to 9 p.m.

Saturday Under the Stars (New)  8:30-11 p.m. in Central Quad.

Outdoor viewing of "Top Gun: Maverick." Beyond the movie, there will be Kona Ice, a bus photo booth, crafts, and a s’mores dessert. Pick up a free beach mat and flashlight while they last as well. 

Sunday

 Love and Honor Convocation at Millett Hall from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. This pep rally event celebrates Miami’s core values and prepares students for an exciting year ahead. Students will learn the fight song and the Code of Love and Honor and attendees will receive a free shirt.

Monday

First Day of School Pictures (New)

On the first day of the fall semester, students can stop by the Armstrong East Court for photo backgrounds, balloons, light-up letters, and snacks throughout the day. Students can take their requisite “first day of school” photo and share on social media.

Welcome Weekend is just the start of the “First 50 days” programming that will continue through the first several weeks of the semester. More events and details can be found on the Miami University Events App.