The detailed agenda and Zoom links will populate 24 hours before your session date, via the link in your reservation confirmation. 

Day one

Start and end time: 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. PT

View the reservation confirmation email for your detailed agenda and Zoom links.To fulfill your A&O requirement, you must attend all sessions throughout both days.

Community Group | 9:00 a.m.

Start your journey at UW by meeting your Virtual Orientation Leader and fellow new Huskies! You'll receive an overview of A&O, learn about UW culture, and introduce yourself during this first community group. You'll also learn strategies to maintain and create support systems during your time at UW.

Break | 9:45 a.m.

Take a moment to stretch or take a break from screens.

Registration Foundations | 10:00 a.m.

Meet your assigned advising team to learn about course selection. Learn the basic components of earning a degree at UW and create a plan for exploring classes related to your academic interests. This will prepare you for course registration. 

Break | 10:45 a.m.

Take a moment to stretch or take a break from screens.

Academic Interest Session | 11:00 a.m.

Select one of the two departments listed below. Here, you will connect with advisers to learn more about what it means to be a student within those areas of interest, as well as receive their tips and tricks for success!

• Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences: Intro Video 
  • Watch these videos on your own time to learn more: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences 
• Math & Natural Sciences: Intro Video

Meal Break | 12:00 p.m.

Take some time to grab a bite to eat and take a break.

Community Group | 12:45 p.m.

Reconnect with your VOL and learn about how they have explored various resources on campus and how you too can take that initiative. Learn strategies to maintain and create support systems and think about your reasoning for attending college.

Break | 1:15 p.m.

Take a moment to stretch or take a break from screens.

Conversation with Faculty | 1:30 p.m.

Hear from a current UW faculty member about classroom expectations, academic success, and how to build an academic support network. Get excited to ask faculty your burning questions about all things related to college learning!

Conversation with UW Leadership | 2:00 p.m.

Engage in a conversation with UW leadership and the Community Standards & Student Conduct team about our expectations for you as an incoming student. You will learn all about the UW's Student Conduct Code!

Break | 2:30 p.m.

Take a moment to stretch or take a break from screens.

Community group: Registration resources | 2:45 p.m.

Hear from your Virtual Orientation Leader to learn the detailed process of registration and discuss various resources you will use to register for classes this afternoon and beyond.

Day two 

Start and end time: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. PT (times vary) 
Day two agenda times fluctuate depending on your assigned groups. All schedules include the following elements with varying times. Please hold time for the entire day. We are unable to make changes to your assigned group without rescheduling your entire A&O. 

Community group: Prepare for registration | Times vary

Learn about registration restrictions and explore First-year Interest Groups (FIGs). Prepare questions to ask your Virtual Orientation Leader before you register for classes.

Course registration | Times vary

Meet with your assigned adviser and register for your first quarter of classes as a Husky! Most course-registration sessions will take place in a small group setting. Focus your questions on the upcoming quarter — your adviser will be available after A&O to help you plan future quarters! Be sure you understand how to schedule a follow-up appointment after A&O for any additional needs.

Meal break | Times vary

Take some time to grab a bite to eat and take a break.

Community group: Navigating college life | Times vary

Reconnect with your Virtual Orientation Leader and learn about how they have explored campus resources to build a healthy school-life balance. Discover how you can do the same as you start at the University of Washington.

Community group: Perspectives peer activity | Times vary

You'll encounter a variety of perspectives during your time at UW. Learn how to approach differences in a respectful and open manner.

Community group: Beginning your UW journey | Times vary

Meet with your community group to learn about UW traditions, A&O Part 3, and plan how to engage in campus culture. Listen to some final announcements and learn about next steps to take after A&O.

How 2 Husky | Times vary

Explore our How 2 Husky guide to learn about our various workshops! 

Self-guided activities | Times vary

On your own, virtually navigate key aspects of the transition to the UW. Open the priority self-guided activities task in the New Husky Checklist to set up your direct deposit, discover UW library resources, and learn about the Student Technology Loan Program.

Additionally, explore our video series designed to support your transition. Access the videos using the following links:

• ASUW welcome
• Scam awareness
• Money matters
• Tools for academic success
• Race and equity

Start and end time: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 
The detailed agenda and Zoom links will populate 24 hours before your session date, via the link in your reservation confirmation. 

Morning 

• Community Group: Welcoming and Creating Connections | 8:00 a.m.
  • Meet your Virtual Orientation Leader and fellow new Huskies! You will receive an overview of A&O, set goals, and introduce yourself during this first Community Group.
• Break | 8:45 a.m. 
  • Take a moment to stretch or step away. 
• Registration Foundations | 9:00 a.m.
  • Meet your assigned advising team to learn about course selection and how to navigate academic curiosities. Learn the basic components of earning a degree at UW and create a plan for exploring classes related to your interests.
• Break | 9:45 a.m.
  • Take a moment to stretch or step away. 
• Conversation with Faculty | 10:00 a.m. 
  • Hear from a current UW faculty member about classroom expectations, academic success, and how to build an academic support network.
• Conversation with UW Leadership | 10:30 a.m. 
  • Engage in a conversation with UW Leadership and Community Standards & Student Conduct about our expectations for you as a first-year student.
• Break | 11:00 a.m. 
• Community Group: Registration Resources Presentation | 11:15 a.m.
  • Meet with your OL to learn the detailed process of registration and discuss various resources you will use to register for this upcoming quarter and beyond.
• Priority Self-Guided Activities & Various Meetings | 11:45 a.m.
  • Priority Self-Guided Activities: Open the Priority Self-Guided Activities task in the New Husky Checklist. Additionally, review our video series covering some of the most important aspects of the transition to the UW.
  • OMA&D Meeting: Prospective OMA&D students will be meeting with the Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity to learn more about their office.
  • Student Veteran Meeting: If you are a student veteran, you will be meeting with the Office of Student Veteran Life to learn more about the programs and services available to you during your time at the university. To learn more, view additional resources.
• Lunch | 12:15 p.m.
• Health & Well-Being | 12:45 p.m.
  • Meet with your fellow Huskies in a large group to discuss health & well-being resources at UW with Peer Health Educators.

Afternoon

The afternoon agenda times fluctuate depending on your assigned group. Each group block will be about two hours of live interaction. All schedules include the following elements.

• Course Registration & Registration Lab | Time Varies 
  • Course Registration: Meet with your adviser at your assigned appointment time to learn what classes to register for and begin registering for your first quarter of classes. Ensure you understand how to make a follow-up appointment after A&O for any additional needs.
  • Registration Lab: After your individual advising appointment, go to the registration lab to register for classes. If you need additional assistance, there will be Virtual Orientation Leaders and advisers to support with quick questions. Registration Labs will be open from 2:00–4:00 p.m.
• How 2 Husky | 1:30 or 3:30 p.m.
  • Attend our topic-driven sessions led by virtual orientation leaders to connect with other students and learn how to navigate campus.
• Community Group: Beginning your UW Journey | 4:15 p.m. 
  • Conclude A&O with your Community Group by learning about UW traditions, Dawg Daze, and plan how to engage in campus culture.

Start and End Time: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 
The detailed agenda and Zoom links will populate 24 hours before your session date, via the link in your reservation confirmation. 

Morning 

• Community Group: Welcoming and Creating Connections | 8:00 a.m.
• Meet your Virtual Orientation Leader and fellow new Huskies! You will receive an overview of A&O, set goals, and introduce yourself during this first Community Group.

Break | 8:40 a.m. 

• Take a moment to stretch or step away. 

Office of the Dean Welcome | 8:50 a.m

• Hear from UW Engineering's Office of the Dean to learn more about the College of Engineering and its various departments. 

Conversation with UW Leadership | 9:20 a.m. 

• Engage in a conversation with UW Leadership and Community Standards & Student Conduct about our expectations for you as a first-year student.

Break | 9:50 a.m.

Registration Foundations | 10:00 a.m.

• Meet your assigned advising team to learn about course selection and how to navigate academic curiosities. Learn the basic components of earning a degree at UW and create a plan for exploring classes related to your interests.

Engineering Career Session | 10:45 a.m. 

• Hear from the Career Center @ Engineering (CC@E) about navigating career paths and professional development. 

Break | 11:10 a.m. 

Community Group: Registration Resources Presentation | 11:20 a.m.

• Meet with your OL to learn the detailed process of registration and discuss various resources you will use to register for this upcoming quarter and beyond.

Priority Self-Guided Activities & Various Meetings | 11:50 a.m.

• Hear from current students as you transition from the UW.

Lunch Break | 12:20 p.m.

Health & Well-Being | 12:50 p.m.

• Meet with your fellow Huskies in a large group to discuss health & well-being resources at UW with Peer Health Educators.

Afternoon

The afternoon agenda times fluctuate depending on your assigned group. Each group block will be about two hours of live interaction. All schedules include the following elements.

Course Registration & Registration Lab | Time Varies 

• Course Registration: Meet with your adviser at your assigned appointment time to learn what classes to register for and begin registering for your first quarter of classes. Ensure you understand how to make a follow-up appointment after A&O for any additional needs.
• Registration Lab: After your individual advising appointment, go to the registration lab to register for classes. If you need additional assistance, there will be Virtual Orientation Leaders and advisers to support with quick questions. Registration Labs will be open from 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Priority Self-Guided Activities & Various Meetings | Time Varies

• Priority Self-Guided Activities: Open the Priority Self-Guided Activities task in the First-Year Checklist. Additionally, review our video series covering some of the most important aspects of the transition to the UW.

How 2 Husky | 1:30 or 3:30 p.m.

• Attend our topic-driven sessions led by virtual orientation leaders to connect with other students and learn how to navigate campus.

Community Group: Beginning your UW Journey | 4:15 p.m. 

• Conclude A&O with your Community Group by learning about UW traditions, Dawg Daze, and plan how to engage in campus culture.

Start and end times Vary. View the reservation confirmation email for your detailed agenda location on-campus.To fulfill your A&O requirement, you must attend all sessions throughout the day. The agenda times fluctuate depending on your assigned groups. Most schedules include the following elements, although some departments may vary.

Community group: Dialogues, Dawg Daze and belonging

Join your small group to engage in the UW Dialogue Initiative and preview Dawg Daze events. You will receive an overview of the day, set goals and introduce yourself. Bring your questions and concerns about navigating the first few weeks of school.

Advising connection meetings

Meet with your academic adviser to identify tools for academic success.

Academic success tours

Join us in exploring key locations on campus that will help guide you in your academic journey at the UW. 

Health and well-being

Meet with your fellow Huskies in a large group to discuss health and well-being resources at UW with Peer Health Educators.

T-shirt pickup

Each student receives a free t-shirt to show their Husky spirit and celebrate the beginning of something great. 

Preparing for the first day of school (self-guided)

Throughout the day, please make sure to visit various offices to ensure that you are prepared for the first day of school.

Find your classes (self-guided)

Take this time to physically visit all of your class locations for the quarter. Plan out your route and ensure you know the correct building entrance. You can use Google Maps to search building names. You can find your schedule on MyUW. 

Start and end times vary. The detailed agenda and Zoom links will populate 24 hours before your session date, via the link in your reservation confirmation. 

To fulfill your A&O requirement, you must attend all sessions throughout the day. The agenda times fluctuate depending on your assigned groups.  All schedules include the following elements.

• Community Connection Meeting 
  • Meet new students and review critical elements in transitioning to campus. Pick up your New Husky Welcome Package, receive an overview of your advising experience, set goals, and start building your community. Bring your questions and concerns (if any) about navigating the first few weeks of school. 
• Advising Connections 
  • Meet the staff who will support your academic journey. 
• Academic Success Wayfinding 
  • Explore key locations on campus that will help guide you in your academic journey at the UW. 
• Preparing for the first day of school (self-guided)
  • Throughout the day, please visit various offices to ensure you are prepared for the first day of school.
• Find your classes (self-guided)
  • Take this time to visit all of your class locations for the quarter physically. Plan out your route and ensure you know the correct building entrance.