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!

 

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: