Spring Welcome Week Events
Spring Welcome Week at GCU is a one-day experience packed with events that help new students settle in, make friends, and dive into campus life. Every moment is designed to welcome new students into the GCU community with fun, connection, and the Lope spirit.
Full event schedule available here!
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New Student Move-In
Welcome to Lope Country!
Check back soon for a map of where to enter campus, and information on how to make your move in easy!
Saturday, January 3rd: New Students: 9 am - 12 pm
Returning Students: After 1 pm
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Pop-Ups on the Promenade
Wanting to know more about Life Groups? Interested in a job on campus? Come to Pop-Ups on the Promenade to learn all about GCU campus departments and resources!
Saturday, January 3rd, 10 am - 12 pm on the Promenade
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New Student Commissioning
We are so excited to have you at GCU for this upcoming school year! Head to the Global Credit Union Arena with your family for your commissioning! Seating is first come, first serve so head over early to grab your seat.
Saturday, January 3rd, 1-2 pm (doors open at 12:30) in the Antelope Gym
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New Student Orientation Groups
Once you are done with commissioning, students will join their orientation group. Here, you will meet other students from your building, explore campus resources, and choose to attend a variety of breakout sessions designed specifically for new students.
Saturday, January 3rd, 2-5 pm (immediately following Commissioning)
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Parent and Family Orientation
Parent and Family Orientation (PFO) is for parents and family members to learn more about how to partner with the university while their student is a Lope. While you attend your Orientation Group, encourage your family to attend PFO to hear from Public Safety, Residence Life, Student Care, and Enrollment. A panel of current parents and students will also share wisdom of their experience!
Saturday, January 3rd, 2-5 pm an the Antelope Gym (immediately following Commissioning)
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Club and Community Fair
Discover how to get involved and learn more about your GCU community! Representatives from campus clubs and organizations, as well as popular community members, will provide information, activities and samples. Plus, get information about GCU Student Leadership programs available to you! This annual event is co-sponsored by Welcome Programs and GCU Clubs.
Wednesday, January 7th, 5-8 pm and the Canyon Activity Center
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More events coming soon!
Check back soon for more events being added to the schedule!
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