Approved absences for Welcome Week include: *Please note, College Day is considered the first day of class for many colleges AbsencesĪttendance at Welcome Week is expected, with the exception of pre-approved absences. Saturday: Small Group Meeting and Explore U (All Day).Friday: Small Group Meeting and Campus Engagement Sessions (All Day).Thursday: New Student Convocation and College Day* (All Day).Wednesday: Small Group Meeting and Welcome to Welcome Week (Afternoon).If you have a disability or require accommodations to allow you to participate, please utilize the accommodations process.Īll of Welcome Week is required and attendance is taken at specific events these are specific components where attendance will be taken: If you have an absence request, be sure to submit it ahead of time utilizing the absence request process.

You will get to participate in several key campus traditions including Pride & Spirit (featuring the annual “M” photo on the football field) and more!įor students in the Class of 2026, Welcome Week is required. Welcome Week will help you feel more comfortable as you start your experience at the U and begin classes, not to mention it is a lot of fun! We know that students who attend Welcome Week are more confident when they start classes because they have had time to meet friends, navigate campus and get settled. You will meet fellow new students, spend time with your college of enrollment, learn more about U of M, and explore the Twin Cities community. Many colleges include class participation during Welcome Week, so be mindful of this when planning your time! Plan family vacations, work schedules, and housing leases (if living off-campus) with Welcome Week in mind. Welcome Week takes place directly before fall classes begin, so plan accordingly. Welcome Week is required for the Class of 2026. Welcome Week is a week-long event that focuses on finding connections and community, navigating campus, taking part in traditions, and preparing for the semester ahead. Wednesday, August 31 - Monday, September 5, 2022

Incoming freshmen