Fall Welcome Detailed Schedule

Bronco ID 

8:00 AM - 4:45 PM 
Location: Parking Services 

If the students need their Bronco IDs still, they can go to parking services located at 2507 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 

Student Move-In 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Location: Main Campus 

Students will be moving into their resident's hall.  

Floor/Hall Meetings 

5:30 - 6:00 PM 

Right before the official start of Fall Welcome (FW) and directly after the students are finished moving into the resident halls. The meeting is with their Residents Assistant to go over living expectations, meet others on their floor, and events that will be happening over the week.  

Commuter Check-in 

5:30 - 6:00 PM 
Location: Goldsworth Valley Pond 

This is the start of check-in exclusively for commuter students that will be taking part in FW. We are asking all commuters to check in on this day. Check-in is at the Goldsworth Valley Pond under the Gazebo.  

Meet Your Ambassador (MYA) 

6:00 - 8:00 PM 
Location: Intramural Fields 

This is where the students will meet their ambassador (MYA) who will lead/help them during the week of FW and check-in if they will be living on campus. The event is located at Intramural Fields near the Valley Dinning Center (VDC). After they meet with their ambassador they will go enjoy their first meal in the VDC. 

Game Night 

8:00 - 10:30 PM 
Location: Student Center Game Room 

Students will be able to utilize the games, pool tables, ping pong tables that are inside the game room. There will also be a variety of board games that the students may use.   

Glow Dance Party 

8:00 - 10:30 PM 
Location: Student Center Ballroom 

This event is held in the Student Center Ballroom. Students will engage in a fun night of music, neon lights, and dancing.  

Bronco ID 

8:00 AM - 4:45 PM 
Location: Parking Services 

If the students need their Bronco IDs still, they can go to parking services located at 2507 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 

Student Move-In 

9:00 AM - 5:00 pm 
Location: Main Campus 

Students will be moving into their resident's hall.  

Floor/Hall Meetings 

5:30 - 6:00 PM 

A meeting with their Residents Assistant to go over living expectations, meeting others on their floor, and events that will be happening over the week.  

Alpha Transitions 

9:00 - 6:00 PM 
Location: Sangren 1910 

This is an exclusive and mandatory event for our ALPHA students. It will be held in Sangren Hall.  

Explore WMU 

9:30 - 10:30 am 
Location: Sangren Mall Big W 

This event will be held all around campus. Starting at the big W in Sangren Mall, students could either go with ambassadors and have the opportunity to find classroom locations, or to take a walk to our east campus to see a beautiful view of campus. 

Music Bingo 

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 
Location: Heart of the Student Center 

This event will be held in the Heart of the Student Center. Students will be able to win prizes while playing Bingo. 

BBQ Meet & Greet + Rappel 

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM 
Location: WMU ROTC Rappel Tower 

This event will be hosted by Western’s ROTC program at the WMU ROTC Rappel Tower located behind Zhang Legacy Center. Any student will have the opportunity to learn and experience how to Rappel from a tower. Additionally, there will be a BBQ to meet ROTC members.  

College of Aviation International Student Luncheon 

12:00 - 2:00 PM 
Location: Student Center 2209 

This is a luncheon that will be held in the Student Center for incoming international students that will be majoring in aviation. The students will learn more about this event once they have participated in International Orientation on August 21.  

Relaxation & Recharge 

1:00 - 2:30 PM 
Location: Waldo Library 

At this time students will be able to relax and chill in-between events. This will be held in Waldo Library, which is right next to the Student Center. There will be therapy dogs to pet and play with. Students will be able to do bracelet making and have the opportunity to decorate lunch bags for the Kids Food Basket.  

Planting Party 

2:30 - 4:30 PM 
Location: Trustee Plaza Waldo Library 

This event will be hosted by Western’s Library right in front of Waldo Library. Students will be able to plant and decorate their very own plant that can go in their residence hall.   

Meet Your Ambassador (MYA) 

6:00 - 8:00 PM 
Location: Intramural Fields 

This is where the students will meet their ambassador (MYA) who will lead/help them during the week of FW and check-in if they will be living on campus. The event is located at Intramural Fields near the Valley Dinning Center (VDC). After they meet with their ambassador they will go enjoy their first meal in the VDC. 

Fine Arts Showcase 

6:00 - 8:00 PM 
Location: Richmond Center 

This is the first after dark event, students will be able to meet many student organizations associated with the Fine Arts College. It will be hosted in the Richmond Center, which is right next to Miller Auditorium. There will be performances held and an art gallery that students can walk through. 

Ice Skating 

7:00 - 10:00 PM 
Location: Lawson Ice Arena 

This event will be an open skate event and allow students to ice skate on the same ice as our hockey champions. It will be held in Lawson Ice Arena, where there will be skates that students can borrow and skate with. 

Movie Night 

9:30 - 11:00 PM 
Location: Soccer Intramural Fields 

This event is hosted by our Campus Activities Board (CAB). It will be located on the Soccer Intramural Fields right below Western Heights Residence Halls and the Tennis Courts. Students will want to bring a blanket and or towel to sit/lay on. There will be popcorn provided by CAB during the movie. 

Student Move-In 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Location: Main Campus 

Students will be moving into their resident's hall.  

Floor/Hall Meetings 

5:30 - 6:00 PM 

A meeting with their Residents Assistant to go over living expectations, meeting others on their floor, and events that will be happening over the week.  

Explore WMU 

9:30 - 10:30 AM 
Location: Sangren Mall Big W 

This event will be held all around campus. Starting at the big W in Sangren Mall, students could either go with ambassadors and have the opportunity to find classroom locations, or to take a walk to our east campus to see a beautiful view of campus. 

Army ROTC 

9:15 AM - 2:00 PM 
Location: ROTC Building 

This is an exclusive event for ROTC only students. ROTC students will meet at the ROTC building.  

Bronco ID 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 
Location: Parking Services 

If the students need their Bronco IDs still, they can go to parking services located at 2507 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 

Letter Writing Party 

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 
Location: Sangren Mall 

This event is hosted by the Office for Sustainability and will be held in Sangren Mall right outside of Sangren Building. The Office for Sustainability will have sustainable crafts for students to participate in. With Tropical Smoothie! 

Let’s Go Downtown 

1:00 - 5:00 PM 
Location: Downtown Kalamazoo 

This event will be held in Downtown Kalamazoo. Students will have the opportunity to go stop by various vendors and stores that will be present in the Kalamazoo Mall area. Students will be able to go downtown from the Western bus loop and take the Metro Bus to Bronson Park. Fall Welcome Ambassadors will be guiding students throughout the event. There will be caricatures, outdoor games, and goods that students can get for free or purchase.  

Hobbies & Crafts 

1:00 - 5:00 PM 
Location: Heart of the Student Center 

This event will be held in the Heart of the Student Center. Students will be able participate in crafts. Crafts will include vision board making, origami, dorm decor, painting, bedazzeling, and bracelet making! 

Game Night 

5:00 - 7:00 PM 
Location: Student Center Game Room 

Students will be able to utilize the games, pool tables, and ping pong tables that are inside the game room. There will also be a variety of board games that the students may use.   

Werk The Mic 

5:00 - 7:00 PM 

Location: Student Center Ballroom 

This event is held in the Student Center Ballroom. Students will participate in karaoke, bracelet making, and origami. 

Meet Your Ambassador (MYA) 

6:00 - 7:00 PM 
Location: Intramural Fields 

This is where the students will meet their ambassador (MYA) who will lead/help them during the week of FW and check-in if they will be living on campus. The event is located at Intramural Fields near the Valley Dinning Center (VDC). After they meet with their ambassador they will go enjoy their first meal in the VDC. 

Stadium Night 

7:30 - 9:30 PM 
Location: Waldo Stadium 

This is the biggest event for students during Fall Welcome. Students will be walked by the Bronco Marching Band drum line from Main Campus all the way to Waldo Stadium. This is the most memorable night for students to meet many other students and make connections that will last forever. There will be various activities done at Stadium Night.

Bronco ID 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 
Location: Parking Services 

If the students need their Bronco IDs still, they can go to parking services located at 2507 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 

Affinity Group Meetings 

9:30 AM - 6:00 PM 
Location: Main Campus 

This is where students can meet other students that share similar backgrounds and make connections with groups that may align with them. Affinity groups are listed below: 

Affinity Group Commuter  

9:30 – 10:30 AM 
Sangren 1710  

Commuter students can meet other commuter students.  

Affinity Group Meeting (APIDA)  

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 
Sangren 1740  

Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans can meet other students and socialize.  

Affinity Group Meeting (Native American)  

11:30 – 12:30 PM 
Sangren 1750  

Native American students meet other Native American students and socialize. 

Affinity Group Meeting (First Generation) 

11:30 – 12:30 PM 
Sangren 1710  

Students that are first generation can meet other students that are first generation.  

Transfer Student Social 

12:00 - 1:00 PM 
Location: Student Center: Fireplace Lounge 

Whether you transferred from a community college, another four-year institution, or recently returned to school, this event is designed to connect you with others and make you feel at home!  

WOW Game Show 

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM 
Location: Miller Auditorium 

Hosted by the Office of Health Promotion and Health Education, this event takes place at Miller Auditorium and uses an interactive games-show format to engage and educate students in the domains of physical and mental health, wellness, and more! 

New Student Carnival 

3:00 - 5:00 PM 
Location: Sangren Mall 

The New Student Carnival is an even thrown by the Greek Council at WMU and serves as a fantastic opportunity for new students what it means to go Greek! With a variety of chapters present, it gives ample opportunity for new students to speak with Greek members and leaders in a casual, fun environment. This event will take place outside in the Sangren Mall. 

Set the Tone 

4:00 – 4:45 PM 
Location: Student Center, Heart  

With Anthony Helms. 

LGBTQ Social/Information Group Meeting  

3:00 – 4:30 PM  
Sangren 1710  

Meet other LGBTQ students  

Affinity Group Meeting (African American)  

5:00 – 6:00 PM 
Sangren 1910  

African American students meet and socialize with other African American students.  

Affinity Group Meeting (Latino)  

5:00 – 6:00 PM 
Sangren 1920  

Latino students meet other Latino students and socialize. 

Color Lab – Tie-Dye Event 

7:30 - 9:30 PM 
Location: W Plaza 

Bring your Fall Welcome T-Shirts! 

SRC Night 

7:30 - 10:00 PM 
Location: Student Recreation Center 

This evening activity is being hosted at the Student Recreation Center (SRC) and is a fantastic opportunity for incoming students to embrace physical wellness and social connection by utilizing the recreational resources available to them. Activities include indoor rock climbing, inflatables, tennis, volleyball, and more! The SRC will also be offering GroupEX classes: University Recreation at Western Michigan University offers a wide range of group exercise classes to meet your fitness needs. Motivating, enthusiastic and energy-packed instructors will lead you in classes that consist of a variety of cardiovascular activities, as well as strengthening, flexibility and relaxation exercises designed to meet the needs of all fitness levels. Classes include: Yoga, Dance Fit, Zumba, CycleFit, and more. 

Bronco ID 

8:00 AM - 4:45 PM 
Location: Parking Services  

For those students who do not already have their Bronco IDs, they should go to Parking Services located at 2507 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 

Final Orientation Session 

9 AM 
Location: Sangren Hall 1750 

For Students Who Need to Register for Classes. 

Disability Services for Students (DSS) 

10:00 - 11:00 AM 
Location: Sangren Hall 

At this event, students can learn more about Disability Student Services (DSS) and what they can provide for students. The event will be held in Sangren Hall.  

Multicultural Cookout 

12:00 - 2:00 PM 
Location: Goldsworth Valley Pond 

This is an exclusive event for those invited to socialize and eat food with members of the Office of Multicultural Affairs for Students at the Valley Pond. 

Main Campus Classroom Tours 

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 
Location: Sangren Mall Big W 

To alleviate any anxiety about not knowing where to go for classes and ensure that students are prepared to start their semester on the right foot, students will be able to get a guided tour of their specific classes around Main Campus.  

Pilates with Lean Body Studio 

11:00 - 12:15 AM 
Location: Sangren Plaza 

Start the semester feeling strong! Join us for a Pilates workout designed to improve core strength, flexibility, and stability while meeting other new students. No experience is needed just wear comfortable clothes, bring a water bottle, and a yoga mat if you have one. Come ready to move! 

Academic College Kick-Off (ACK) 

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Location: Main Campus 

The Academic College Kick-Off (ACK) will feature all students going to their individual colleges for a celebratory event with food and games to bond with other students and advisors in the same college to excite students for the beginning of their academic journey at WMU!  

Aviation (COA) Academic College Kick Off  

9:15 AM – 2:30 PM 
Location: Battle Creek  

Please arrive at the bus roundabout (behind Rood Hall) between 8:15a.m. and 8:30a.m. where the buses will leave promptly at 8:30a.m. to go to Battle Creek.   

DO NOT be late!  Buses will be loaded in Battle Creek for a departure of 2:30p.m. to return to main campus. 

College of Engineering & Applied Sciences (CEAS) Academic College Kick Off  

1:15 – 4:00 PM 
Location: Floyd Hall  

Please arrive at the bus roundabout (behind Rood Hall) by 12:45p.m. to catch the two buses that will be traveling to the Parkview Campus.  The buses will leave at 1:00 p.m.  

Buses will depart from Parkview starting around 4:15p.m. for a return to main campus. 

College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) Academic College Kick Off  

12:30 – 3:15 PM 
Location: East Campus - College of Health and Human Services 

Students going to CHHS will need to be at the bus roundabout (behind Rood Hall) by 12:00p.m. for a departure at 12:15p.m.  

Buses will depart at 3:30p.m. for a return to main campus. 

You may also choose to walk or drive to the CHHS as well.  

College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) Academic College Kick-off  

2:30 – 4:00 PM  
Location: Sangren 1910 

Students of the College of Education and Human Development will meet at Sangren ___ for their academic kick-off  

College of Fine Arts (CFA) Academic College Kick-off  

2:30 – 4:00 PM  
Location: Shaw Theatre  

Students of the College of Fine Arts will meet in Shaw Theatre for their academic kick-off, which will be in the Gilmore Theatre complex.   

College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) Academic Kick-off  

2:30 – 4:00 PM  
Location: Dunbar Lobby 

Students of the College of Arts and Sciences will meet in Dunbar Hall for their academic kick-off.  

Haworth College of Business (HCoB) Academic College Kick-off  

2:30 – 4:00 PM  
Location: Schneider 2000 

Students of the Haworth College of Business will meet in Schneider Hall for their academic kick-off. 

Merze Tate College (MTC) Academic College Kick-off  

2:30 – 4:00 PM  
Location: Sangren 1920  

Students of the Merze Tate College will meet in Sangren room 1920 for their academic kick-off.  

Sweet Start: An Ice Cream Social at WMU Haworth 

3:30 - 5:00 PM 
Location: Haworth, Sculpture Garden 

An open-house style social welcoming students to the college before classes begin. Students can enjoy FREE frozen treats, music, games and prizes while getting to know WMU Haworth faculty, staff and classmates in a relaxed setting before the semester starts. Current WMU Haworth students only, including new, transfer and returning students. No registration required. 

Academic Success Programs Kickoff 

4:00 - 6:00 PM 
Location: Sangren Hall 

This is an exclusive and mandatory event for our ASP students. It will be held in Sangren Hall. 

Lee Honors College Open House (LHC Students only)  

4:30 – 6:00 PM  
Location: Lee Honor College  

Students who are a part of the Honors College can have the opportunity to see and learn more about the Lee Honors College.  

World Fair 

5:30 - 7:30 PM 
Location: Miller Plaza 

The International World Fair is an amazing social event that includes many of our international student organizations. The event will be held in Miller Plaza, where there will be student organizations with exciting games and food. Students will have a chance to connect with other students from all around the world.   

Field Night 

7:00 - 10:00 PM 
Location: Intramural Fields 

At Field Night, students will be able to participate in many different outdoor games and activities. Field Night will be located in the Intramural Field where Meet Your Ambassador was held. There will be Football, Kickball, Volleyball and more! 

Hustle Night 

8:00 - 11:00 PM 
Location: Intramural Fields 

Learn the latest line dances, show off your moves, and enjoy a fun night of music, energy, and community with friends old and new! 

Ice Skating 

8:00 - 11:00 PM 
Location: Lawson Ice Arena 

This event will be an open skate event and allow students to ice skate on the same ice as our hockey champions. It will be held in Lawson Ice Arena, where there will be skates that students can borrow and skate with. 

Bronco ID 

8:00 AM - 4:45 PM 
Location: Parking Services  

For those students who do not already have their Bronco IDs, they should go to Parking Services located at 2507 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006  

Matriculation Ceremony 

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 
Location: Miller Auditorium 

This event marks the first official day of all new students as an official Bronco. It is a celebration of what's to come for all new students. Students will be required to attend the matriculation ceremony. The event will be held in Miller Auditorium.   

The Last Hurrah: Water Balloon fight 

1:00 - 2:30 PM 
Location: Outside Elsworth Hall 

End Fall Welcome with a splash! Cool off and celebrate the last day with an epic water balloon fight. 

Martin Luther King Scholars Kickoff 

1:00 - 2:15 PM 
Location: Sangren 1750 

MLK students can meet other MLK students.  

Kalamazoo Promise Kick-off 

1:30 - 2:30 PM 
Location: Sangren 1940 

During this event students that are a part of the Kalamazoo Promise may go and meet other students or are also a part of the Promise.  

TRIO Student Success Kickoff 

2:00 - 3:00 PM 
Location: Sangren 1710 

During this event, students that are a part of the Student Success Program may go and meet other students or are also a part of the Program.  

Bronco Bash 

3:00 - 6:00 PM 
Location: Sangren Mall 

This phenomenal event marks the end of Fall Welcome! It is one of the most exciting events that students can attend at WMU and is going to be the easiest way to find out about all the amazing Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) that are on campus and learn what they are all about. Additionally, there will be dozens of community vendors from the Kalamazoo area present, all with their own pieces of swag to give out to our new Broncos! Bronco Bash takes place in Sangren Mall.