Welcome Week
September 3-13, 2024
Looking to make friends and learn about University resources? This series of free, fun events is a chance to build your foundation for the semester ahead and beyond! Welcome Week is open to all Columbia students from all schools and campuses – whether you are a new or returning student, an undergraduate or graduate student. We hope to see you at our upcoming events!
Welcome Week Events - Fall 2024
September 3-13
Thursday, Aug. 29
4 - 5 p.m.
In-Person
Take a tour around Dodge Fitness Center for a chance to win a 40 oz. Columbia Recreation tumbler!
Tuesday, Sep. 3
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
In-Person
Connect with University resources and student groups at University Life’s second annual resource fair.
Learn more.
Tuesday, Sep. 3,
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
In-Person
Swing by for refreshing summer treats to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year! All students are welcome while supplies last.
Learn more.
Tuesday, Sep. 3,
5 - 6:30 p.m.
In-Person
Come check out Speed Friending for a night of conversation, Insomnia Cookies, and making new friends at Columbia University.
Register here.
Wednesday, Sep. 4,
10 - 11:30 am
In-Person
Stop by University Life in Kent Hall to grab a snack and a campus map!
Learn more.
Wednesday, Sep. 4,
12 - 2 p.m.
In-Person
Swing by for refreshing summer treats to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year! All students are welcome while supplies last.
Learn more.
Wednesday, Sep. 4
3 - 5 p.m.
In-Person
Stop by St. Paul's Chapel plaza for ice cream and to learn about Religious Life resources and connect with religious student groups.
Learn more.
Thursday, Sep. 5,
12 - 2 p.m.
In-Person
Swing by for refreshing summer treats to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year! All students are welcome while supplies last.
Learn more.
Friday, Sep. 6
7:15 - 8:45 p.m.
In-Person
Dance the night away with the University Life Events Council. Plus enjoy Insomnia Cookies, giveaways, photos, and much more!
Learn more.
Tuesday, Sep. 10
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
In-Person
Kick-start the fall semester with the University Life Events Council and the International Students & Scholars Office! All are welcome at this mixer, celebrating our international community.
Register here
Tuesday, Sep. 10,
7 - 8 p.m.
In-Person
Enjoy a meal in Earl Hall and learn about religious student groups, campus faith leaders, prayer and meditation spaces, and interfaith programs.
Register here.
Wednesday, Sep. 11
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
In-Person
Meet the CSSI team on the Lerner Ramps to learn about the Food Pantry and win some free goodies from CSSI.
Learn more.
Thursday, Sep. 12,
7 - 8 p.m.
In-Person
Take a break and relax with yoga in Earl Hall hosted by Religious Life.
Learn more.
Wednesday, Sep. 11
12 - 2 p.m.
In-Person
Join us for our very first Community Connections BBQ! This gathering aims to create a supportive community where students from diverse backgrounds can connect, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships.
Learn more & register.
Friday, Sept. 13,
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
In-Person
Student Health on Haven, the Office of Housing Services, and the Narrative Medicine StudioLab DrawingBoard invite the CUIMC community to start the new school year with some gratitude at 50 Haven Ave Lobby.
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Friday, Sep. 13
1 - 2 p.m.
Virtual
Engage with some of the staff members at CSSI and learn more about their passion for helping students through various challenges and the different resources the center offers.
Register here.
Monday, Aug. 26 - Monday, Sep. 9
11a.m. - 5 p.m.
In-Person
Stop by Butler Library and chat with library staff members in the lobby before exploring this iconic campus location.
Sep. 3 - 15
In-Person
Start the semester off with two weeks of free group fitness classes. You must have Dodge Fitness Center access to participate.
Learn more.
Thank you to all of our Welcome Week campus partners!
- Arts Initiative
- Center for Student Success and Intervention (CSSI)
- Columbia Alumni Association (CAA)
- Columbia Health - Alice! Health, Sexual Violence Response (SVR), Student Health Insurance
- Columbia Libraries
- Community Impact
- International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO)
- Office of the President
- Ombuds Office
- University Programs and Events
- Religious Life