8 a.m.-3 p.m.              Rev-It-Up                                                         Moore-Bartlett-Skarland Complex

Your one-stop shop to check in for New Student Orientation, move into the residence halls, set up email, buy a parking decal and get a PolarExpress card and more, all in one convenient location.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.              Campus Tours

Tours will depart every hour, on the hour, from MBS and the Wood Center. The final tour will depart at 4 p.m. Tours will conclude at their starting point.

12:30-3 p.m.               Information Sessions                                       Wood Center C,D,E,F and Ballroom

Choose from a selection of information sessions on student employment, UAF history and more.  

5-7 p.m.                      Welcome Barbecue                                         Wood Center

Mix and mingle with faculty, staff and other students. Bring your family if they’re registered for Parent and Family Orientation. The cost of the meal is included in your registration.

7-9 p.m.                      NSO Kickoff and Pep Rally                              Patty Center, Alaska Airlines Court

Show your spirit in this blue-and-gold filled event that will keep you on your feet, moving and cheering. You’ll also meet your orientation leader and get to know the rest of the incoming class

9-11 p.m.                    Outdoor Movie                                                  Beluga Field, Student Recreation Center

Wind down with one of the latest blockbusters. Rain location: Hess Rec.

8-9 a.m.                      Breakfast and Group Time                              Wood Center, Dine Forty-Nine

Enjoy breakfast with your NSO small group. Be sure to check with your orientation leader to find out where your group will be meeting.

9-10:30 a.m.               Information Sessions                                       Gruening Building classrooms

Choose from a menu of information sessions on topics like campus life, study abroad opportunities, scholarships and financial aid, undergraduate research and more. Five concurrent 25 minute sessions will be offered from 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-9:55 a.m. and 10-10:25 a.m.

10:30 a.m.-Noon         Academic Induction                                         Davis Concert Hall

Academic Induction signifies your formal entry into the community of learners at UAF and will welcome you to #NanookNation.

Noon-1 p.m.                Academic Lunch                                              Wood Center, Dine Forty-Nine

Connect with the faculty of UAF in a casual setting as you enjoy a meal together.

1-3 p.m.                      Academic Open Houses & Department Meetings                     Various

Meet the faculty, staff and students in your school or college and learn more about your academic program.

1-4 p.m.                      International Student Orientation                   Murie Building Auditorium

Mandatory orientation for new international students coordinated by the Office of International Programs and Initiatives. 

3-5 p.m.                      Campus Safety and Support                           Davis Concert Hall

Join us for an honest conversation about healthy relationships and what it means to be a member of a safe and supportive community.

5-7 p.m.                      Dinner and Group Time                                   Wood Center, Dine Forty-Nine

Have dinner with your orientation group and discuss the day’s events.

7-9 p.m.                      Living on the EDGE                                         Hess Rec., Moore-Bartlett-Skarland Complex

Skarland Hall residents required to attend from 7-8 p.m.; Moore Hall residents required to attend from 8-9 p.m.

9-11 p.m.                    Mission IMPROVable                                    Hess Rec., Moore-Bartlett-Skarland Complex

This fast-paced, exciting improve comedy team has left stomachs at colleges and universities across the country aching from laughter. Free show brought to you by the Student Activities Office.

11:59 p.m.-2 a.m.      Fred Meyer College Night                              Fred Meyer West, 3755 Airport Way, Fairbanks

Take advantage of special deals and giveaways just for UAF students! Shuttle buses will run between MBS and Fred Meyer West from 11:45 p.m. until 2 a.m. Bring your PolarExpress card. 

8-9 a.m.                      Wellness Wake-Up                                          Student Recreation Center

Wake up with a group exercise or yoga class at the SRC.

9-10 a.m.                    Breakfast and Group Time                              Wood Center

Enjoy breakfast with your NSO small group. Be sure to check with your orientation leader to find out where your group will be meeting.

9 a.m.-Noon                International Student Orientation                 Murie Building Auditorium

Mandatory orientation for new international students coordinated by the Office of International Programs and Initiatives.

10-11 a.m.                  Academics 101                                                 Davis Concert Hall

Learn what it takes to succeed in the classroom and get introduced to the programs, offices and services that will support your studies.

11 a.m.-Noon              Academics 102                                                 Gruening Building classrooms

Dive deeper into what it means to be a collegiate scholar and learn about your academic responsibilities. Ask your orientation leader which classroom you’ll be meeting in.

Noon-1 p.m.                Lunch and Group Time                                      Wood Center

Eat lunch with your orientation group. Check with your orientation leader to find out where to meet.

1-3 p.m.                      Student Success Resource Fair                          Wood Center

Meet the offices and programs at UAF that will help you achieve your academic and personal goals.        

3-5 p.m.                       The C Word

Join us for an honest conversation about consent and what it means to be in a healthy relationship. 

5-7 p.m.                      Dinner and Group Time                                          Wood Center, Dine Forty-Nine    

Have dinner with your orientation group and discuss the day’s events.

7-8:30 p.m.                 The Price is Too High                                           Wood Center ballroom

Compete for fabulous prizes and learn about your rights and responsibilities as a student during this interactive game show.

8:30-11 p.m.               Wood Center Late-Nighter                                  Wood Center

Have a ton of fun in the hub of campus activity. Open mic, free bowling, free pizza, root beer floats and giveaways. Presented in partnership with the Student Activities Office and the Leadership, Involvement and Volunteer Experience (LIVE) Office.

8-9 a.m.                      Wellness Wake-Up                                          Student Recreation Center

Wake up with a group exercise or yoga class at the SRC.

9-10 a.m.                    Breakfast and Group Time                              Wood Center, Dine Forty-Nine

Enjoy breakfast with your NSO small group. Be sure to check with your orientation leader to find out where your group will be meeting.

10 a.m.-1 p.m.             Nanook Quest

After breakfast, compete against other orientation groups on a campus-wide scavenger hunt. Bring your class schedule to locate your classrooms along the way.

1-4 p.m.                       Under Construction

We're planning something -- it's just not ready yet. Check back for an update.

4-6 p.m.                      NSO Closing Celebration                                  Student Recreation Center

Celebrate the end of New Student Orientation and the start of your first year as a member of #NanookNation. 

8 a.m.-3 p.m.              Rev-It-Up                                                         Moore-Bartlett-Skarland Complex

Your one-stop shop to check in for New Student Orientation, move into the residence halls, set up email, buy a parking decal and get a PolarExpress card and more, all in one convenient location.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.              Campus Tours

Tours will depart every hour, on the hour, from MBS and the Wood Center. The final tour will depart at 4 p.m. Tours will conclude at their starting point.

12:30-3 p.m.               Information Sessions                                       Wood Center C,D,E,F and Ballroom

Choose from sessions on student employment, UAF history and money management.

2:30-5 p.m.                 Parent and Family Orientation Check-In         Wood Center Ballroom

Check-in for Parent and Family Orientation.

3-3:30 p.m.                  Welcome                                                         Wood Center Ballroom

Meet university administrators and learn more about what to expect during New Student Orientation. 

3:30-4:15 p.m.            Taking Care of Business Panel                      Wood Center Ballroom

Representatives from Residence Life, the Office of Admissions and the Registrar, the Bursar, Financial Aid and more will be available to answer your questions. 

4:15-5:00 p.m.            Student Panel                                                  Wood Center Ballroom

Speak with a panel of current students to learn what student life is like and how their families encourage and support them. 

5-7 p.m.                      Welcome Barbecue                                         Wood Center

Mix and mingle with faculty, staff, students and other parents and family members of new Nanooks. The cost of the meal is included in Parent and Family Orientation registration.

7-9 p.m.                      Parent and Family Social                                 Wood Center Pub

Unwind in a casual environment with the administrators, staff and faculty who will be educating and supporting your student. Light refreshments will be provided; beer and wine available to purchase. Must be 21+ to enter. Sponsored by the UAF Alumni Association.

8-9 a.m.                      Breakfast                                                         Wood Center, Dine Forty-Nine

The cost of breakfast is included in your registration.

9-10:30 a.m.               Information Sessions                                       Gruening Building classrooms

Choose from a menu of information sessions on topics like campus life, study abroad opportunities, scholarships and financial aid, undergraduate research and more. Five concurrent 25-minute sessions will be offered from 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-9:55 a.m. and 10-10:25 a.m.

10:30 a.m.-Noon         Academic Induction                                         Davis Concert Hall

Academic Induction signifies your students' formal entry into the community of learners at UAF and will welcome you to #NanookNation.

Noon-1 p.m.                Academic Lunch                                              Wood Center

Connect with the faculty of UAF in a casual setting as you enjoy a meal together.

1-3 p.m.                      Academic Open Houses & Department Meetings                     Various

Meet the faculty, staff and students in the UAF school or college that houses your student's academic program.

3-5 p.m.                      Parent and Family Orientation Sessions          Wood Center C,D,E,F and Ballroom

Join UAF faculty and staff for panels and presentations on student success, campus safety and partnering with the university to support your student.