Weeks of Welcome is the official beginning of the semester where all students will gather together to learn more about the University of Memphis, attend great events, and meet their classmates. All first time freshmen have been added to a Weeks of Welcome small group. Check your chats on TigerZone Mobile to meet your group. If you are not in a chat click here. 

Want to know more about what's happening around campus during Weeks of Welcome and the rest of the semester? Download the TigerZone Mobile App! TigerZone Mobile has all of the UofM's engagement experiences in one place. Students, faculty, and staff can search through available opportunities and discover what matters to them. Whether you're looking for something quick or planning for your next few weeks, the TigerZone Mobile will make sure you stay connected.

Flag Football & Volleyball
5:30 PM | Centennial Place Lawn
Hosted by: Campus Outreach

Prepare for an exciting day of friendly competition and fun playing Flag Football and Volleyball! This event is a perfect opportunity for college students to come together, enjoy some outdoor activities, and build lasting friendships in a vibrant, energetic atmosphere. All students are invited to participate, regardless of skill level.

Memphis Night: Glow Party
7:00 PM | Tiger Den
Hosted by: UofM Dining

Join UofM Dining in the Tiger Den for Weeks of Welcome 2024. Food, DJ, and prizes will be available.

There's No "Plates" Like Home
2:00 PM | Centennial Place 186
Hosted by: Student Activities Council

Make customizable mini license plates!

Kickball & Gelati
5:00 PM | Centennial Place Lawn
Hosted by: Campus Outreach

Get ready to kick off the semester with a kickball game on campus! This event is the perfect way for college students to unwind, meet new friends, and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Everyone is welcome to participate, and no prior experience is needed. 

Tiger-Cascade Roller Rink
7:00 PM | UC Ballrooms
Hosted by: Student Activities Council

Join us at 'Tiger Cascade Roller Rink' for an exhilarating event where you can roll into the college experience with style. Glide into fun, make new friends, and kick off your journey at our campus with upbeat music and exciting roller skating activities.

Weeks of Welcome Kickoff and Playfair
4:30 PM | Hunter Harrison Memorial Bridge - South Side
Hosted by: Student Leadership & Involvement

It’s entertainment! It’s fun! It’s the perfect way to make new campus friendships! Playfair is a team-building experience that has a long-lasting effect. Come meet your potential new BFF.

Rec Fest 2024
6:00 PM | R. Brad Martin Student Wellness Center
Hosted by: Campus Recreation

Join us for Rec Fest 2024! Enjoy friends, food, games, giveaways, prizes and take a dip in our leisure pool. Meet new people before the semester begins!• Wednesday, Aug. 21• 6-8 p.m.• R. Brad Martin Student Wellness Center• Free admission

Late Night Pizza Party
8:00 PM | Tiger Den
Hosted by: Student Activities Council | UofM Dining

Join us for the Late Night Pizza Party in the Tiger Den! This event will feature music, delicious pizza, and more. It's the perfect way to unwind and have fun with friends. Don't miss out on a night of great music, tasty food, and unforgettable memories!

Game Night
8:00 PM | Centennial Place Lobby Room
Hosted by: Campus Outreach

Join us for a Game Night, where fun, laughter, and friendly competition are guaranteed! This event is designed to bring students together for an unforgettable evening of games, snacks, and socializing.

The Walk: Bridge Your Future + President's Picnic
11:00 AM | Hunter Harrison Memorial Bridge - South Side
Hosted by: University of Memphis

Join current students, faculty and staff as you start your college journey with The Walk. Meet on the south side of the Hunter Harrison Memorial Bridge where you will get a commemorative t-shirt, exclusive giveaways, and a chance to hear from UofM Leaders.

Tigers Tailored Makeover: DIY Dorm Decor
1:00 PM | Beale Room
Hosted by: Student Activities Council

Join us in creating and transforming dorm decor for a cozy haven, where every detail reflects your unique style and makes you feel right at home.

Mighty Sound of the South Marching Band Preview Show
5:30 PM | Memorial Field
Hosted by: Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music 

Join us for the Mighty Sound of the South Marching Band Preview Show on Thursday, August 22, at 5:30 PM!Come to Memorial Field, near the Elma Roane Fieldhouse, to see the Mighty Sound of the South showcase their hard work from Band Camp and give a sneak peek of their upcoming season. This event is a perfect way to gear up for the upcoming football season.Enjoy free parking in Lot 5 on Zack Curlin Dr. Don't miss out on this exciting kickoff to the marching season!

High School Retirement Party
7:00 PM | UC 3rd Floor
Hosted by: Student Activities Council

Step into the future and bid farewell to high school days at our Freshman Retirement Celebration! Join us for an evening filled with fun games, elderly costumes, and unforgettable moments as we welcome incoming freshmen to their next chapter.

Men's Soccer vs. Lipscomb 
7:00 PM | Track and Soccer Complex

Come cheer on the Memphis Tigers Soccer Team team as they take on Lipscomb. Free admission.

Coffee with the Colleges
10:30 AM | UC Atrium
Hosted by: Student Leadership & Involvement

Coffee with the colleges will have representatives of all UofM colleges and give students a chance to meet their professors before the semester starts.

Frosh Frenzy
5:00 PM | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
Hosted by: Student Leadership & Involvement | UofM Athletics

The biggest event of Weeks of Welcome. Join UofM Athletics, Student Activities Council, and Blue Crew at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium for a tailgate with FREE Food Trucks, swag, and more!

JAWS Pool Party
7:00 PM | R. Brad Martin Student Wellness Center (Campus Rec)
Hosted by: Campus Recreation |Office of First Generation Student Success |Student Leadership & Involvement

Join us at the R. Brad Martin Student Wellness Center Outdoor Pool and courts to hang out by or in the pool, listen to music from our DJ and dance, get some swag, and watch JAWS the movie in the pool at dark. Not sure of where to go or what to do that first week of school, come out, meet other students and staff and kick off the Fall semester with a big pool party bash!  Student ID is required for entrance to the Campus Rec!Rain location:  Indoor Olympic Pool at the Rec.

Service on Saturday
8:00 AM | Rose Theatre Lobby
Hosted by: Civic Engagement Board

Hosted by the Civic Engagement Board, Service on Saturday connects UofM students to service opportunities.

Open House
9:00 AM | Catholic student center
Hosted by: Tiger Catholic

Calling all past, present, and future Tiger Catholic members! We have undergone several renovations to our facilities this year and are excited about the future of this ministry. Join us in our grand reopening to pray for our ministry, enjoy a free brunch!

RZ in the UC
1:00 PM | Involvement Zone, University Center 
Hosted by: Student Health and Counseling Services

Student Health and Counseling Services will be bringing the Relaxation Zone to the University Center. Stop by the Involvement Zone to learn different ways to relax, connect with Counseling Center Staff, and meet some new friends.

SlipNSlide Kickball
2:00 PM | Centennial Place Lawn
Hosted by: Campus Outreach

This is not your ordinary game of kickball - it's kickball with a splash! Perfect for cooling off, having a blast, and making unforgettable memories with fellow students.

Free Money Gameshow
6:00 PM | Rose Theatre
Hosted by: Student Activities Council

Calling all pop-culture fanatics! Go wild in a “Name That Tune” style trivia game covering music, movies and TV. Scoring the most points gets you FREE MONEY! It’s as simple as that! It’s like a modern version of “Name that Tune” but with all of the best of pop culture. The audience will guess the answers right on their very own phones when they know the song, movie theme, TV theme or movie quote that was played. Disney, Broadway, Rap, Rock, Netflix, Hip Hop, Nickelodeon and Movie Franchises are just a few of the categories you’ll hear in this game.

Bhagavad Gita Study
10:00 AM | Online
Hosted by: Hindu Students Organization

The Bhagavad-Gītā is one of the most well-known and widely translated books in the world. In this course, Āchārya Sthaneshwar will examine the text in its depth and originality while balancing three different streams of Hindu Philosophy, the non-dualism. 

Tiger Campus Ministries Pancake Breakfast
10:00 AM | UC River Room
Hosted by: Tiger Campus Ministries

Join Tiger Campus Ministries for a pancake breakfast. Here you will be able to connect with religious life organizations on campus, have a tasty breakfast, and connect with your peers!

Sunday Brunch
12:00 PM | Catholic Student Center
Hosted by: Tiger Catholic |Weeks of Welcome

Join us every Sunday at 12pm at the Catholic Student Center for free brunch and coffee!

Men's Soccer vs.Evansville
6:00 PM | Track and Soccer Complex

Come cheer on the Memphis Tigers Soccer Team team as they take on Evansville. Free admission.

Grub on the Grass
6:30 PM | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Hosted by: Baptist Collegiate Ministry |Weeks of Welcome

Join us at the BCM for Grub on the Grass. We will have free food and giveaways! This will be a great way for you to meet new friends and grow your community at the University of Memphis!!

First Day of School Photobooth
11:00 AM | UC Atrium
Hosted by: Student Activities Council 

Students can come together to take photos and make memories of their first day of school!

Chatting with the Chief 
11:00 AM | UC Atrium 
Hosted by: Police Services 

Join Chief of Police Keith Humphrey for free food, information on campus safety, and more!

Involvement Fair
1:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Hosted by: Student Leadership & Involvement 

Join over 150 student organizations, departments, and local businesses and start your year off right!

NPHC Back to School Stroll Off
7:00 PM | Rose Theatre
Hosted by: National Pan-Hellenic Council |Weeks of Welcome

SCHOOL'S BACK! Don't miss the Annual Back to School Stroll Off Hosted by the National Pan-Hellenic Council on August 26th, 2024. Purchase tickets at memphis.edu/tigertix

Welcome Back Block Party
7:00 PM | Catholic student Center
Hosted by: Tiger Catholic

Join us for our annual block party! Root beer floats, food, corn hole, music… what else could you ask for?

Surprise Giveaway
12:00 PM | UC Atrium
Hosted by: Student Activities Council 

Join Student Activities Council in the UC Atrium for an exclusive giveaway

On-Campus Opportunities Expo
12:00 PM | UC Ballrooms
Hosted by: Career Services 

This expo aims to introduce students to various departments across campus and potential employment opportunities, helping them understand how they can contribute to the university's mission through roles as student workers or graduate assistants.

Walk-In Hours | Education Abroad Office
1:00 PM | International Center
Hosted by: Study Abroad 

Walk-In Hours are an opportunity for students to stop by our office without an appointment to learn about study abroad opportunities, where students can earn UofM class credits for studying abroad.

Water Games
3:00 PM | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Hosted by: Baptist Collegiate Ministry 

Join us at the BCM for water games! Not really competitive? That's okay! Come cheer on your friends!

2nd Day of School Photo Booth
6:00 PM | UC Fountain
Hosted by: Student Activities Council 

Can take photos and make memories!

College Survival
6:30 PM | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Hosted by: Baptist Collegiate Ministry 

Is this your first year at the University of Memphis? This event is just you! This is a great way to meet new friends, learn from other's experiences, learn about Memphis, and learn how to survive college.

Tuesday Community Night
6:30:00 PM | Memphis Wesley
Hosted by: Memphis Wesley 

Come and enjoy a free dinner, worship music, and Bible Table Talk with life skills in a diverse and inclusive environment. You can also play pool, ping pong, 4 square, board and card games.

Silent Disco
7:00 PM | UC Fountain
Hosted by: Student Activities Council 

Get ready to dance the night away at Silent Disco! Put on your wireless headphones and choose from multiple DJ channels, each playing different genres of music. Whether you’re into pop, hip-hop or RnB, there's something for everyone. Enjoy a unique and immersive experience as you groove with friends under the stars. Don’t miss this electrifying event that promises fun, music, and memories you won’t forget!

Glow In the Dark Capture the Flag
10:00 PM | All Around Campus
Hosted by: Campus Outreach 

Navigate through the dark with glowing flags, neon paint, and LED accessories that light up the night, creating an unforgettable experience with fellow students.  Wear/ bring a bright or white shirt to paint with your team colors! Meet at the tiger in front of the UC.

Walk-In Hours | Education Abroad Office
1:00 PM | International Center
Hosted by: Study Abroad

Walk-In Hours are an opportunity for students to stop by our office without an appointment to learn about study abroad opportunities, where students can earn UofM class credits for studying abroad. As part of The University of Memphis (UofM) Center for International Education Services, the Study Abroad Office provides rigorous academic programs with a cross-cultural learning experience that is not available in the United States. We offer more than 200 semester, academic year and short-term programs in over 60 countries worldwide to meet the diverse needs of the University of Memphis student population.The UofM study abroad staff, located in the International Center room 104, are here to advise students, parents, and community members about study abroad program options, policies, and procedures as well as scholarship opportunities. 

Game Day Poster Making Party
3:00 PM | UC River Room
Hosted by: Blue Crew |Student Activities Council 

Come out and support the tigers with this poster making party!!

Multicultural Mixer

6:00 PM | Rose Theatre
Hosted by: Multicultural Affairs 

Come join the Office of Multicultural Affairs and learn about the cultural student organizations here at the University of Memphis. You will get a chance to mingle and meet the student leaders of our organizations. You will use your Event Pass to check into the Mixer.

Waffles and Wiffle
6:30 PM | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Hosted by: Baptist Collegiate Ministry 

Join us for some waffles at the BCM and then a fun game of wiffle ball!

Paint U

7:00 PM | Memorial Field
Hosted by: Student Activities Council 

Join Student Activities Council for Paint U

Chi Alpha Large Group

8:00:00 PM | Psychology Auditorium
Hosted by: Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship 

Weekly large group meeting for Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship. Fellowship in the lobby at 7:30 and then worship and Bible study at 8:00pm in the Psychology Auditorium. Everyone is welcome.

Spirit Swap with Athletics & Pep Rally
12:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Hosted by: Memphis Athletics |Student Activities Council |Weeks of Welcome

SAC will be giving away FREE t-shirts to kick off football season!!

Lunch & Love
12:00 PM | Memphis Wesley
Hosted by: Memphis Wesley |Weeks of Welcome

Come and enjoy a free lunch at Memphis Wesley. You will enjoy food and play pool, ping pong, board/card games, and 4 square. Pastor Tondala will share a mini bible message to encourage you. We hope to see you at Memphis Wesley.

Back 2 School Sack :School Essentials Bag Giveaway
1:00 PM | UC Atrium
Hosted by: Student Activities Council |Weeks of Welcome

A special back to school giveaway!

Meet the Greeks
3:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Hosted by: Fraternity & Sorority Life 

Join Fraternity and Sorority Life for Meet the Greeks 2024!

Karaoke and Ice Cream
6:30 PM | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Hosted by: Baptist Collegiate Ministry |Weeks of Welcome

Join us at the BCM for a fun night of singing Karaoke! Don't want to sing? No worries! It is still fun to watch and we have ice cream!

UC Takeover
7:00 PM | UC 3rd Floor
Hosted by: Student Activities Council |Weeks of Welcome

Join us for the UC Takeover, where the entire 3rd floor will be buzzing with exciting student activities! From interactive games, karaoke, dancing to delicious food and DIY Novelties, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Men's Soccer vs. Northern Illinois 
7:00 PM | Track and Soccer Complex

Come cheer on the Memphis Tigers Soccer Team team as they take on Northern Illinois. Free admission.

Game Day Tailgate
2:00 PM | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium 
Hosted by: Blue Crew |Memphis Athletics |Student Activities Council

Come out and enjoy a tailgate experience with Blue Crew as well as other RSOs.

Football vs. North Alabama 
6:00 PM | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium 

Kickoff the year right with the Memphis Tigers Football team as they take on North Alabama. Students will receive information from UofM Athletics via email about how to claim their tickets. 

Tiger Smart Start 

This program, for UofM undergraduate students, is an institution-wide response to the increasing number of students who lack access to required course material due to cost. This program makes getting textbooks easier for students, which will ultimately improve their success at UofM. Tigers SmartStart is estimated to reduce the cost of traditional textbook purchases by an average of 40 to 50% and provide them by the first day of class.

Additionally, the time saved and added convenience of having all your required course materials sourced for you, ready for pick-up or shipped and automatically loaded into your Canvas account can remove a significant burden and allow students to focus on their success and preparation for the semester!

The opt out window is August 5 - September 9, 2024

Parking & Transportation 

For students, General Permit Parking is paid for through the Maintenance Fee portion of your semester tuition. Once you have registered for classes, a semester validation sticker will be mailed to the address on file with Student Records. New students are mailed a permit (hangtag) along with a semester validation sticker prior to fee payment. The UofM permit (hangtag) must be updated every semester with a current semester validation sticker.

If, for any reason, the student does not receive the semester validation sticker or permit through mail, he/she needs to come to the Parking & Transportation Services Office to obtain one. There is a grace period for the first full week of class for those who have not received a permit/sticker. Those who have not picked up either of these will be subject to receiving a citation after the grace period. 

Meal Plans 

It's time to select and purchase your 2024 - 2025 meal plan. Whether you are living on campus or commuting, there is a meal plan for you.  

We have convenient locations that open up early and stay open late. When it comes to product variety you can choose from all-you-care-to-eat options at The Tiger Den Eatery, featuring grilled favorites, a full salad bar and deli, homestyle entrees and more! You can also use Flex Bucks at the University Center and across campus (excluding Starbucks and vending).

Of course, it’s not just about the food. Our programs are constantly changing to address the issues of nutrition and health as well as create an atmosphere that makes dining on campus a relaxing break in the day from the pressures of student life. Students enjoy themed meals and special events to make dining a social event with friends.