Friday, August 15 University Housing Move-In Campus Wide 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Housing and Residence Life All residence halls will open for you to move into your new home away from home. Faculty, staff, and current students will be on hand to help you get settled. Chi Dye UC Slab 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Delta Chi Come meet the men of Delta Chi and join them as they tie dye. Taste of Huntsville (Tradition Event) UC Exhibit Hall 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Division of Student Affairs Check out many of the great food vendors in Huntsville, and get information from cell phone providers, banks and other local merchants. There will be lots of great giveaways and prizes! Students, parents, and families are all welcome to attend. BCM Grill Out Baptist Student Center: 450 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35805 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministries Head over to the BCM cook out to get to know the members and enjoy a free dinner! Transportation will be provided - meet in the lobby of each residence hall at 5:45 p.m. Sandpit Volleyball & BBQ Central Campus Residence Hall Volleyball Pit 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Rain Location: Alpha Tau Omega House Sponsored By: Alpha Tau Omega Welcome to UAH! Now that you are all moved in, what better way to kick off the new semester than with a little barbecue and volleyball? There will be free food, music, and a lot of fun. This is a great way to meet the men of ΑΤΩ before heading to Casino Night. Casino Night (Tradition Event) CU Lobby 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sponsored By: ACE The chips are free and everyone's a winner! For one night only, try your hand at UAH's campus casino. Students can spend the night playing black jack, poker, craps, and spinning the roulette wheel. Capture the Flag Campus Greenway 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Sponsored By: CRU Join CRU for a massive, campus-wide game of Capture the Flag! Be sure to wear dark clothing and shoes.
Saturday, August 16 th PlayFair! (Tradition Event) CU Lawn 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Rain Location: Spragins Hall Sponsored By: Charger Nation Orientation Leaders and Student Life PLAYFAIR is unlike anything else you have EVER experienced. It's entertainment! It's interactive! It's FUN! It s a great way to reconnect with your Orientation Leaders! It's the perfect way to develop new friendships! PlayFair is a powerful program for campus unity and school spirit. This event is a MUST during WOW! Participants receive a FREE lunch afterwards. Ultimate Frisbee Cookout UC Lawn 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: CRU Join CRU for fun, free food, and ultimate frisbee! International Games Southeast Intramural Fields 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministries Join BCM in playing international games like cricket and much more! Ultimate Frisbee Meet at the Alpha Tau Omega House 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Tau Omega One of the greatest college traditions is the game of Ultimate Frisbee. Meet at the Alpha Tau Omega house and walk over to the Southeast Intramural field with the men of ΑΤΩ. UAH Cycling Club Mountain Bike Ride Meet at the UC Parking Lot 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sponsored By: UAH Cycling Take a trip with the UAH Cycling Club to our local state park to ride mountain bikes. Bicycles not supplied. First-Year Student Community Meetings Assigned Residence Hall Floor 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Housing and Residence Life These meetings are essential for our on-campus students. Your RA will provide you with the opportunity to meet your fellow floor mates and learn all of the information necessary for you to positively experience the SUITE life!! Charger Luau (Tradition Event) Charger Village Lawn 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Housing and Residence Life Come celebrate the beginning of a new year with the Housing and Residence Life Department at our annual Charger Luau! Food, games, and music for all members of the Charger Nation! Foam Party (Tradition Event) CU Lawn 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sponsored By: ACE The best way to beat the summer heat! Join us on the CU lawn for music, dancing, and of course, lots of foam!
Sunday, August 17 th Church Swap UC Parking Lot 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministries Meet BCM at the UC Parking Lot to explore the different churches in the Huntsville area. CRU Goes to Church Campus Greenway 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: CRU Join CRU for a free lunch after church when you get back to campus! SYE: Welcome Back for Year 2! CU 1 st Floor Game Room and Patio 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Student Engagement and Transition Come celebrate the start of year two at UAH! Reconnect with other second year students, enjoy great food, and learn about the exciting things planned for your second year on campus! Sundaes on Sunday! CU Breezeway 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Join the NAACP Charger Chapter for free ice cream sundaes! It's All Greek to Me CU Theater 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Fraternity and Sorority Life Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority, but unsure of the process to join? Want to learn the difference between Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, and the National Panhellenic Conference? Join us to hear members of each organization explain the recruitment and intake process and answer any questions you have about the experience. Education for All Engineering Building 258 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Electrical and Computer Engineering Join us in assembling school kits that will be distributed around the world, enabling learning for students of all ages. Children are welcome. Honors College Meet Your Mentor Mixer Frank Franz Hall MPR 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Honors College Join the Honors College for the Meet Your Mentor Mixer! First year students in the Honors College will meet their mentors, enjoy free food, and participate in fun activities! Go Greek! Block Party (Tradition Event) Fraternity/Sorority Row 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Fraternity and Sorority Life There is party going on at Greek Row, including music, free food, and outdoor games. This event is open to everyone on campus, so come out and enjoy the fun!
Don't Forget The Lyrics CU Theater 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Anointed Voices Join us for a fun night participating in Anointed Voice s version of the popular TV show Don t Forget the Lyrics". A prize will be awarded to the first place winner. Target Takeover (Tradition Event) Target 2750 Carl T Jones Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sponsored By: Student Life You'll want to "bulls-eye" this event for sure! Music. Refreshments. Giveaways. The Target Takeover shopping event has everything you need to get the academic year started right! Just show up at the parking deck and we will get you there and back.
Monday, August 18 th A Nurse s Welcome: Sigma Theta Tau Wilson Hall Lobby 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Sponsored By: Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society Join the members of Sigma Theta Tau as they prepare for another wonderful semester at UAH. Light refreshments will be provided. College of Liberal Arts Open House Morton Hall 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sponsored By: College of Liberal Arts Stop by Morton Hall to chat with the CLA faculty! Enjoy free coffee and donuts, and don't forget to enter the drawing for a chance to win a Dunkin' Donuts gift card. Nursing Lab Open House Nursing Building 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by: College of Nursing Stop by the College of Nursing Open House. We will even allow you to take care of an adult, pediatric and newborn patient! Explore the Possibilities CU Breezeway 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Student Engagement and Transitions and the Student Success Center It's ok to be undecided! At some time or another, nearly every college student explores various academic avenues. More than half of all college students change their majors before graduation. Since it's so common for college students to explore, we designed an event where exploring is encouraged and supported. Join other undeclared students, SSC, and SET staff as we explore the possibilities and visit academic college open houses. Engineering Your Future Outside of the Engineering Building near the Pond 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: College of Engineering Visit the College of Engineering to meet our faculty, staff, and other students. During your visit, be sure to sign up for Engineering Student Organizations, enjoy ice cream, and play some cool games. COSmic Beginning Bash Shelby Center Lobby 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: College of Science Join the College of Science for food, great prizes, our geeky photo booth, showing of The Big Band Theory episodes, and a new Dean. Incoming COS first-year & transfer students expected to attend. Honors College Welcome Back Bash Frank Franz Hall MPR 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Honors College Start your year off right with the Honors College! Get to know other Honors students, Honors faculty and enjoy food, fun and prizes! Hot or Nah? CU Lawn 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: The Black Student Association Beat the heat with BSA while enjoying ice cold lemonade and popsicles.
Survivor: Grad School Campus Greenway 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Rain Location: Shelby Center Lobby Sponsored By: Graduate Student Organization Outwit. Outplay. Outlast! Navigate the wilderness of grad school, survivor style. Join us for this outdoor, fun event showcasing grad school hurdles. You may even earn the title of Sole Survivor. Student Research Opportunities Open House Entrance Lobbies and Hallways of Von Braun Research Hall 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Office of the Provost Would you like to work with UAH's top faculty and researchers to solve today's most pressing questions in a field that interests you? Stop by and explore our undergraduate research opportunities in the historic Von Braun Research Hall. Students doing research in all of our colleges, independent research centers and clubs will be here to answer your questions. All majors welcome! Rock Wall Climbing with Your College Church Campus Greenway 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Your College Church Stop by and prove that you're the best rock climber at UAH on our rock wall! Don t forget to pick up a free pass for a round of putt-putt after you re finished! Sports in the Library Library 205 2:00 p.m. To 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Charger Recreation Don t miss the opportunity to learn about intramural leagues, club sports, and outdoor recreation trips. Free snacks will be provided and all attendees will be entered into a drawing for a free bicycle! Water Phight!! Field between Franz and North Campus 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. READY, SET, FIRE!!! What's better than a water balloon fight in the summer? Join us for fun, music, and a chance to cool off! The Writer's Block Presents: Haikus and Cool Treats CU Lawn 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: The Writer s Block Come hang out with UAH's new creative writing club and learn about the art of Haiku's while enjoying a tasty treat! Beat the Heat Campus Greenway 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Delta Chi Beat the summer heat and cool off with the men of Delta Chi. Do You Want to Build a Snow Cone? CU Lawn 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministry Join us for an afternoon of yard games and delicious snow cones!
UAH Cycling Club Casual Ride Meet at the Campus Greenway 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm. Sponsored By: UAH Cycling Grab your bike and join us for a ride! The pace will be casual and the ride will stay on campus. Everyone is welcome! Music Mixer Roberts Hall Lawn 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Rain Location: Roberts Hall Room 201 Sponsored By: UAH ACDA Student Chapter Join the Music Department for a cookout. Listen to live music, play games, and get to know students from all the academic colleges on campus. More than Letters - The NPHC Experience UC Slab 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Rain Location: Chan Auditorium Sponsored By: National Pan-Hellenic Council Join us for free food and enjoy watching the fraternities and sororities of the Divine 9 showcase their organizations. Philanthropy 101: How YOU Can Help Prevent Cancer CU Theater 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Tau Omega In 2007, one of our brothers passed away from leukemia. In honor of his favorite pastimes (eating buffalo wings), each year we host Battle of the Buffalo, the largest wing festival in the Tennessee Valley. In the past six years, we have raised over $80,000 to support the Russell Hill Cancer Foundation. Join us this evening and learn how YOU can be a part of Battle of the Buffalo. Delta Chi Cookout Delta Chi House 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Delta Chi Enjoy the last days of summer break by hanging out and playing yard games with the men of Delta Chi! Veterans Meet & Mingle CU 227 (Multipurpose Room) 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sponsored By: UAH Veterans Network Connect with new and returning student veterans. Make friends that will ease your transition from the military into college and enhance your experience at UAH! Ice Cream Social Frank Franz Hall MPR 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Catholic Campus Ministries Stop by and get to know the members of Catholic Campus Ministries and students who share your faith. Minute to Win It (Tradition Event) UC Exhibit Hall 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Blue Crew You don t want to miss Blue Crew s take on the popular TV game show! Students from the audience will compete against UAH athletes in a variety of unusual challenges for a chance to win prizes.
You Can't Dodge This Spragins Hall 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sponsored By: Phi Kappa Psi Come ready for some fun and remember, if you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball!
Tuesday, August 19 th Simplify Your Semester CU Lobby 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Office of Information Technology Stop by and tour the OIT User Services Portal to customize your password, organize your schedule, and more. Before you leave, make sure to enter to win a tablet and other great prizes! Sweet Teas with the KD's CU Breezeway 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Kappa Delta Beat the heat by joining the KD s for some sweet tea! Annual Co-op Kick Off Root Beer Kegger Under the Pines between Shelby Center and the Greenway 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Rain Location: Shelby Center Lobby Sponsored By: Student Success Center Co-op and Career Office Join us as we kick off the co-op recruiting season! Learn about the co-op program and enjoy root beer, food, fun and games! Free T-shirts to the first 100 students! Salsa Social CU Lawn 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Hispanic Student Organization Stop by to meet the members of HSO and enjoy free chips and salsa! There will be salsa music for any salseros out there! UAH Survival Guide UC Slab 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Association of Nursing Students Stop by and receive your survival kit for UAH, which includes test-taking strategies, stress-relief tips, the best places to study, and tasty study snacks. Slip-n-Slide Kickball Field between the UC and Roberts Hall 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sponsored By: CRU Slide to base on a giant slip and slide! Sprinklers and soap will send you blazing to beat the tag. Everyone is welcome! Transfer Charger Network Kick-Off CU 1 st Floor Game Room 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Week of Welcome Committee All students who once attended another institution are welcome! Come meet other Charger transfer students and learn about the great opportunities that await you at UAH!
Minority Student Meet and Greet Shelby Center Courtyard 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Undergraduate Minority Mentoring Program Join the minority community and celebrate the beginning of the fall semester. Meet new people and reconnect with old friends. Out of State Student Social Miles to Meet" CU Patio 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: WOW Committee Out of State students unite! Meet other new students who are far from home, but ready to make a big impact on-campus! Learn tips and tricks on being successful without the weekend trips home. We will even sample local favorites to make you a true "Huntsvillian." International Student Social Charger Village MPR (CV 100) 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Office of International Engagement Meet and mingle with other international students and enjoy light refreshments! Get Involved! Fair (Tradition Event) CU Lawn 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 2 nd Floor Sponsored By: Student Life The Get Involved! Student Org Fair is a great way to check out a variety of organizations on campus, speak with current members to find out about opportunities to get involved, and sign up to receive information about the groups that interest you. The UAH Commuter Experience CU 1 st Floor Game Room 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Week of Welcome Committee Meet other commuter students at UAH, network with experienced commuter students, and find ways to get involved on campus. The group will meet in the CU Game Room, explore the Get Involved! Fair, and meet up for Convocation. Residence Hall Meet-Up Residence Halls 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Housing and Residence Life All first-year students living on campus will meet at their respective residence halls to receive a free t-shirt and line up for the Convocation procession. Fall Convocation (Tradition Event) Campus Greenway 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sponsored By: President s Office The official academic welcome to campus, Convocation is rich in tradition and a must-do activity for all new students. Residential students will meet on their residence hall floor at 5:00 p.m. and commuter students will meet at the CU starting at 4:00 p.m. to march over together.
President's Picnic (Tradition Event) Campus Greenway 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sponsored By: President s Office Food! Fun! Festivities! Don't miss the President's Picnic immediately following Fall Convocation. Great food, live music, and a chance to mingle with friends, faculty, and staff. Don't forget your Charger ID card! Celebration UC Slab 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Rain Location: Baptist Student Center: 450 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35805 Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministry Join BCM for fun, fellowship, and live music led by a praise band!
Wednesday, August 20 th Muffins and Juice Morton Hall and Shelby Center 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministry Brush off those first day jitters with a muffin and juice! Come hungry, leave really happy! Welcome Tents (Tradition Event) Campus Wide 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Sponsored By: New Student Orientation and the Week of Welcome Committee Welcome to Charger Nation! No need to worry about being unable to find your way to class. Stop by one of the various welcome tents located around campus and meet faculty, staff, and students. We will also have resources & giveaways to start your semester off successfully! Dunkin with DZ CU Breezeway 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sponsored By: Delta Zeta Kick off the first day of classes with the lovely ladies of Delta Zeta and some delicious Dunkin Donuts. Meet the CRU CU Lobby 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: CRU Swing by to learn about CRU, a Christian ministry at UAH. We are also giving away free Bibles, cups, and other stuff. SGA Charger Palooza!! Campus Greenway 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Student Government Association Hangout with your SGA reps and enjoy FREE food, giveaways and activities, including a rock climbing wall! Student Health Center Welcome Table UC Lawn 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Rain Location: UC Lobby Sponsored By: Student Health Center Stop by the Student Health center table on your way to Fried Chicken Wednesday in the UC Cafe! They will have free giveaways and information regarding the health services offered on campus. T-Shirt Trade In CU Breezeway 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: T.R.U.E. Chargers Student Alumni Association Are you looking to get more Charger Gear? Trade in another school's shirt (high school or another college) for a brand new UAH T.R.U.E. Chargers t-shirt. All traded shirts are donated to the local Salvation Army. #FCW: Fried Chicken Wednesday Charger Café 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Phi Beta Sigma Join Phi Beta Sigma as they host the first #FCW of the semester.
Homemade Ice-Cream! CU Breezeway 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Who doesn t want homemade ice-cream to take with you on your first classes? Come by the RUF table, located outside of the Charger Union, to get your free ice-cream. "POP"tastic Fall Event College of Business Administration Atrium 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Sponsored By: College of Business Administration The "POP"tastic fall event is your chance to mingle with representatives from organizations and faculty in the College of Business Administration. You bring a smile, we'll bring the popcorn. Dean of Students Open House CU 223 (Dean of Students Suite) 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Dean of Students Office Join the Student Affairs team for awesome fun, refreshments, and door prizes. Pizza with Pandas Shelby Center Lobby 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Omicron Pi Meet the ladies of Alpha Omicron Pi and get a free slice of pizza on your way to or from class. Cool Out with the GSA CU Breezeway 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sponsored By: UAH Gay-Straight Alliance Join us for some cool treats and meet your GSA representatives. Are You the First in Your Family to Attend College? CU Theater 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Undergraduate Minority Mentoring Program First gen's make up a large percentage of our student body. Join us for an interactive discussion on how we can assist you in transitioning to college and beyond. Ultimate Frisbee with Delta Chi Southeast Intramural Fields 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Delta Chi Take a break from class and join the men of Delta Chi for a game of Ultimate Frisbee. Koffee with the KD's CU Breezeway 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Kappa Delta Stop by for a cup of joe and learn about Kappa Delta s values, philanthropies, and campus involvement.
Want the Scoop on Success? CU Breezeway 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Sigma Alpha Pi: The National Society of Leadership and Success Stop by to meet the NSLS officers and cool off with a sweet treat! Learn how to become a member and get involved in this great organization. Graduate Student Welcome CU 227 (Multipurpose Room) 4:45 p.m. to 5:10 p.m. Sponsored By: School of Graduate Studies Join us for a quick welcome and orientation from the Graduate Studies Dean and leaders of the Graduate Student Organization (GSO). All are welcome, but new graduate students are encouraged to attend! You Rock t-shirts will be available for graduate students. "POP"tastic Fall Event College of Business Atrium 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sponsored By: College of Business Administration The "POP"tastic fall event is your chance to mingle with representatives from organization and faculty in the College of Business Administration. You bring a smile, we'll bring the popcorn. Concrete Canoe and Steel Bridge Cook-out Duck Pond Picnic Area 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rain Location: Tech Hall, Room S105 Sponsored By: American Society of Civil Engineers Free food and cool engineering projects two of the best aspects of being a UAH engineering student! ACE Presents: Michael Barren (Tradition Event) CU Theater 9:00 p.m. Sponsored By: ACE Description: Star of Disney Live, the largest magic show in the world, Michael Barron has performed his unique brand of illusion in 13 languages, in 35 countries, and on more than 400 television shows worldwide! Michael s epic-scale, audience tested, Vegas-style illusions will blow you away!
Thursday, August 21 st POP by ASRHA Campus Greenway 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Rain Location: CU Breezeway Sponsored By: Alabama Student Rural Health Association Stop by the CU for free popcorn from ASRHA to celebrate the start of classes. Ultimate Wilderness Warrior Challenge Campus Greenway 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Recreational Outing Club Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Come test your outdoor knowledge and fitness as you make your way from one exciting challenge to another. Compete for the best time and earn prizes and bragging rights by proving yourself as a true Wilderness Warrior! Meet the CRU CU Lobby 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: CRU Swing by to learn about CRU, a Christian Ministry at UAH. We are also giving away free Bibles, cups, and other stuff! Cookout on the Greenway Campus Greenway 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Counseling Center and Disability Support Services Hungry? Join the Counseling Center and Disability Support Services staff on the Greenway for free grilled hot dogs and refreshments. Pre-Health Puppy Hour Campus Greenway 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Office of Pre-Health Professions Advising Want to be a Doctor or Vet? Play with cute therapy pups & talk to UAH Pre-Med, Pre-Vet, Pre-Dent, Pre-PT, and Pre-Pharm students and advisors. SNOW CONES with the K s CU Breezeway 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - Omicron Zeta Chapter Meet the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and grab an icy treat to beat the heat! Homemade Ice-Cream! UC Breezeway 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Who doesn't want homemade ice-cream to take with you on your first classes? Come by the RUF table, located outside of the Charger Union, to get your free ice-cream! Lunch with BCM Baptist Student Center: 450 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35805 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministries Join BCM for a free lunch and fellowship.
AOPi (in the Face) CU Lawn 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Omicron Pi Stop by and pie one of the sisters of Alpha Omicron Pi in the face for only $1! All proceeds are given to the Arthritis Foundation. Koolin' with the Kappa Delta's CU Breezeway 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Kappa Delta Stop by the CU between classes to grab popsicles and meet the sisters of KD. Beer Goggle Olympics CU Lawn 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Charger Choices Olympics with a twist. Test your abilities at throwing footballs and shooting hoops while wearing beer goggles! Color Fight CU Lawn 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Stella s Voice Come wearing white (or buy an official Stella's Voice Color Fight Shirt) and leave wearing all of the shades of a rainbow! Street Fighter Video Game Tournament CU 237 (E-Gaming Lounge) 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Event Services and Production and Student Run E-Sports Join ESP and Student Run E-Sports for an action packed night playing Street Fighter. Cultural Fest-Student Leadership & Diversity Advocates Roundtable Shelby Center, Room 301 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Office of Multicultural Affairs Experience a fun filled evening celebrating cultures around the world. Join us for Salsa, Henna Tattoos, international cuisine, games, prizes, and music at our monthly Student Leadership & Diversity Advocates Roundtable Forum. Street Fighter Video Game Finals CU Theater 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Event Services and Production and Student Run E-Sports After four hours of intense competition, head down to the CU Theater for the final round and free food. The first place prize will be a PlayStation 4 and runner up will receive a custom game controller. Night Frisbee Intramural Fields 9:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministry Join BCM for a night game of Ultimate-Frisbee with a light up Frisbee and glow sticks.
Friday, August 22 nd Breakfast with AOII Shelby Center Lobby 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sponsored By: Alpha Omicron Pi Skipped breakfast? No worries! Get your morning started off right with free baked goods and refreshments from the ladies of Alpha Omicron Pi. High Five Friday! (Tradition Event) Campus Wide 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Student Affairs It's FRIDAY and that means its HIGH FIVE FRIDAY! Wear your Charger blue and keep an eye out for the High Five Friday Crew. You'll not only get a HIGH FIVE but also some awesome Charger Swag! Hydration Station CU Breezeway 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Exercise Science Club Water you waiting for? Stop by, cool off, and expand your knowledge about hydration and the Exercise Science Club! Now that's some high quality H2O! Pop, Lock, and Drop it with the KD's CU Breezeway 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Kappa Delta Enjoy music and cool off with Sun Drop at the CU with the sisters of Kappa Delta! Walk on Water CU Lawn 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Rain Location: UC Exhibit Hall Sponsored By: The Rock at UAH Come experience what you never thought was possible and walk across a pool filled with non-newtonian fluid. You don't want to miss out! Undergrads JUMP UC Slab 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sponsored By: School of Graduate Studies Are you ready to JUMP? Graduate Studies will be hosting jump competitions for highest vertical jump, longest long jump and longest time you can jump rope. We will also be hosting a potato sack race, water balloon toss, and of course, a good old fashioned water balloon fight! Subway sandwiches, t-shirts, and gift card prizes will be given. Graduate students always welcome! BBQ with Sigma Nu Campus Greenway 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rain Location: Sigma Nu House Sponsored By: Sigma Nu Do you enjoy live entertainment and grilling out? If so, you don t want to miss this event! All incoming and returning students are welcomed; so come out, grab a burger, kick-back and relax before the first week of classes.
RUF Frisbee Friday Southeast Intramural Fields 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Join other UAH students for our first Frisbee Friday of the semester. This is a weekly event hosted by RUF, so you don t want to miss the first ultimate game of the semester. Find us at the field near Southeast (near the Softball complex). Phi Psi Fish Fry Campus Greenway 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Phi Kappa Psi Stop by and meet the men of Phi Kappa Psi and enjoy some fried fish! Don t forget to bring your own bowl and catch a pet fish if you are missing your pet at home! Friday Night Flicks (Tradition Event) CU Theater 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored By: ACE Join ACE for the kickoff to this semester s weekend movie series with A Million Ways to Die in the West. MOVIE: TBD FREE admission with your Charger ID and every guest receives free popcorn and a beverage. #ACE_UAH #FridayFlicks CU Sounds (Tradition Event) CU 1 st Floor Game Room 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sponsored By: ACE CU Sounds is back and better than ever! ACE is kicking off this weekly series with special guest, Rhett Price. All you need to know is that he plays the violin and he has BIG dreams! He's slept on park benches and stolen granola bars & Red Bull to keep from starving, but refuses to take no for an answer and never gives up! Check him out online at: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhettcprice and make plans to join us after Friday Night Flicks! BCM Black Light Bash Baptist Student Center: 450 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35805 10:15 p.m. to 12:15 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministry A night of fun and games under black lights! The first 100 people will receive a free tee shirt! Be sure to wear white!
Saturday, August 23 rd Helping Hands for Huntsville (Tradition Event) UC Slab 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Rain Location: UC Lobby Sponsored By: Volunteer Chargers Reach out to the Huntsville community and volunteer with fellow UAH members for a morning of service. Meet at the University Center Slab and we will shuttle you around the area. Lunch will be provided to participants at the end of service. Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/uah14helpinghands. Monte Sano Hiking Trip Meet in the CU Lobby 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored By: CRU Get away from buildings and head into nature with CRU as we hike the mighty mountains of Huntsville. Be sure to bring water, money for lunch, and wear appropriate shoes. Pike Fireman's Challenge Charger Village Lawn 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Pi Kappa Alpha Join Pi Kappa Alpha and local first responders for obstacles, food, fire trucks, and fun in this firefighting themed competition! Proceeds go to local fire departments. Family Fun Day! CU Theater 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Student Affairs, Women's Studies, and the Non-Traditional Women's Network Let's have some FUN! Bring your whole family and join us for an afternoon of games, snacks, prizes, and a family-friendly movie in the Charger Union Theater. Kids of all ages welcome! Messy Games UC Slab 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: Baptist Campus Ministry Be prepared to make a mess! Stop by the slab to play paint tag, paint twister, and water balloon volleyball! UAH Cycling Club Road Ride Meet at the Campus Greenway 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored By: UAH Cycling Join the UAH Cycling club for a road ride as we explore the local area. Bicycles will not be provided. (25 miles of riding) Charger Spirit Night (Tradition Event) Spragins Hall 7:30 p.m. Sponsored By: ACE An evening full of Charger Pride with performances by our cheerleaders, pep band, and dance team. Take part in rich campus traditions learning chants and the University's fight song, led by Blue Crew and our very own Charger Blue! Remaining WOW prizes will also be awarded. Will you be the winner of a free meal plan or free housing (MUST be present to win)show your pride and find out tonight!