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Weeks of Welcome

Weeks of Welcome is a series of events, big and small, that welcomes new students to UMass Dartmouth while also welcoming returning students back to campus, featuring traditions like Convocation, the All-Campus Picnic, and Corsair Olympics. Events continue through the first two weeks of classes, offering something for everyone.

Featured Events

August 29: Balsam & Spruce, 4 to 8pm
New students joining Corsair olympic games
Corsair Olympics

One of UMass Dartmouth’s most beloved traditions for incoming students. Corsair Olympics brings students together for an afternoon of friendly competition, team spirit, and pride.

September 1: Amphitheater, 10:45am
students wave bandanas at new student convocation
Convocation

Join students, staff and faculty to celebrate the start of the academic year at UMass Dartmouth.

September 1: campus quad, 11:30am to 3pm
students grabbing food during picnic
All-Campus Picnic

Free food? Yes, please! Join us on the quad for delicious food, giveaways, and music, with the whole campus together. 

September 9: campus quad, 1:30 to 5 pm
Corsair Fair
Corsair Fair

The annual student organization fair on the quad. Students look forward to this event each year! 

All Events

Aug
29
4:00PM
Corsair Olympics
Competition event especially for incoming students
Aug
30
8:00PM
Outdoor movie night
Double Featured Movie Night, Men in Black
Aug
31
11:00AM
Speak Up: Dramatic Dialogues for Balsam Hall & Commuters A-L
Class of 2030 theatre event
Aug
31
12:15PM
Speak Up: Dramatic Dialogues for Spruce Hall & Commuters M-Z
Class of 2030 theatre event
Sep
1
10:30AM
Convocation
Class of 2030 event
Sep
1
11:30AM
All-Campus Picnic
Enjoy barbecue, mingle with friends, take home prizes, and more!
Sep
1
12:00PM
Women's Tennis v. Lesley University
NCAA Women's Tennis Match
Sep
1
2:00PM
First Generation Student Welcome Reception
First Generation Student Welcome Reception
Sep
1
12:00PM
Field Hockey v. Elms College
NCAA Field Hockey Match
Sep
1
6:00PM
Karaoke & Crafts!
Join us for snacks, vision boards, tote bags, karaoke, and giveaways!
Sep
2
7:00PM
Glow Bingo
Light up the night with neon bingo! Free giveaways and over $500 in prizes!
Sep
3
6:00PM
Laser Tag Showdown
Battle against your Friends and Classmates in the Ultimate Laser Tag Showdown.
Sep
4
1:00PM
DIY kits and bubble soccer
Decorate your own Kite and battle against your friends in a bubble soccer arena!
Sep
4
7:00PM
Football v. Salve Regina
NCAA Division III Football
Sep
8
12:30PM
Resume-Palooza: Session 1
Kick off your fall semester by getting your resume in order!
Sep
8
5:00PM
Resume-Palooza: Session 2
Kick off your fall semester by getting your resume in order!
Sep
8
6:00PM
Field Hockey v. Wheaton
NCAA Field Hockey Match
Sep
8
6:00PM
Volleyball v. Wheaton (Mass.)
NCAA Division III Volleyball
Sep
9
12:00PM
Resume-Palooza: Session 3
Kick off your fall semester by getting your resume in order!
Sep
9
11:00AM
Bella's 2nd Birthday Party
Celebrating Bella's 2nd Birthday
Sep
9
1:30PM
Corsair Fair 2026
Student Organization Fair
Sep
9
4:00PM
Resume-Palooza: Session 4
Kick off your fall semester by getting your resume in order!
Sep
9
5:00PM
Semester in the City - Pizza Party Info Session
Enjoy some pizza and learn about the Semester in the City Internship Program.
Sep
9
6:00PM
Men's Soccer v. Dean College
NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Match
Sep
10
12:30PM
Resume-Palooza: Session 5
Kick off your fall semester by getting your resume in order!
Sep
10
4:00PM
The Washington Center - Pizza Party Info Session
Enjoy some pizza and learn about The Washington Center internship program!
Sep
10
5:00PM
Resume-Palooza: Session 6
Kick off your fall semester by getting your resume in order!
Sep
10
7:00PM
NSFW Coloring & Conversation
Join us for adult coloring and conversation about bodies & sex. Free snacks!
Sep
11
6:00PM
Volleyball v. WPI
NCAA Division III Volleyball Match
Sep
11
8:00PM
Casino Night
Photo Booth, Food, Non-Alcoholic drinks, Music & Over $500 in Prizes of course, Casino Games.
Sep
13
12:00PM
9/11 Day of Service & Remembrance
Sharing the Harvest Community Farm
Sep
16
10:00AM
Commuter Pit Stop
Commuter event
Sep
18
1:00PM
Arnie's Thrift Shop Re-Opening
The campus Thrift Shop will re-open for the academic year
Sep
21
12:00PM
International Day of Peace
Day of Peace
More events for students Launch UMassD events calendar

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