Weeks of Welcome is the official beginning of your time as a Memphis Tiger where all new students will gather together to learn more about the University of Memphis, attend great events, and meet their classmates. 

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.

Small Group Round Up
6:30:00 PM- 7:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Join your WoW leaders on the Alumni Mall Lawn to meet your small group!

Playfair
7:00:00 PM- 8:30:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
It's entertainment! It's fun! It is the perfect way to make new friends on campus!

Movie on the Lawn
9:30:00 PM- 11:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Wind now the night with a movie on the lawn!

Convocation
10:45:00 AM- 11:15:00 AM | UC Theatre
This is the start of your Academic journey at the University of Memphis. Join academic leaders to celebrate the next step in your academic journey.

First Year Student Picnic
11:30:00 AM- 1:00:00 PM | Student Plaza
Join faculty and staff for the 5th annual first year student picnic. Free food, free swag, and more!

MSU Block Party
1:30:00 PM- 4:30:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Joint the Student Activities Council for a throwback Memphis State University Block Party

Mighty Sound of the South Preview Show
5:30:00 PM- 6:30:00 PM | Memorial Field
The Mighty Sound of the South have been working hard all summer and are looking forward to giving you a preview of what is to come this academic year!

Women's Soccer vs. Ohio State
7:00:00 PM- 9:00:00 PM | Track and Soccer Complex
Women's Soccer vs. Ohio State

UC Takeover
7:00:00 PM- 10:00:00 PM | University Center 3rd Floor
Join Student Activities Council for an evening of fun activities in the University Center. Every room on the 3rd floor will have a different activity. Free food and prizes!

Coffee with the Colleges
10:30:00 AM- 12:00:00 PM | UC Atrium
Coffee with the colleges will have representatives of all UofM colleges and give students a chance to meet their professors before the semester starts.

Scavenger Hunt
1:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Create a team with your Weeks of Welcome group to compete for prizes. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will win a fast pass to Student Activities Council Events for Fall 2022.

Frosh Frenzy
4:00:00 PM- 7:30:00 PM | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
The biggest event of Weeks of Welcome. Join UofM Athletics, Student Activities Council, and Blue Crew at the Liberty Bowl for a tailgate with FREE Food Trucks, swag, and more!

Service on Saturday
8:30:00 AM- 9:30:00 AM | UC Ballrooms
Hosted by the Civic Engagement Board, Service on Saturday connects UofM students to service opportunities.

RZ in the UC
1:00:00 PM- 4:00:00 PM | University Center 3rd Floor
Student Health and Counseling Services will be bringing the Relaxation Zone to the University Center. Stop by the 3rd floor to learn different ways to relax, connect with Counseling Center Staff, and meet some new friends.

Slip n Slide Kickball
4:00:00 PM- 6:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Join Campus Outreach for Slip N Slide Kickball on the Lawn!

Student Talent Show
7:00:00 PM- 9:00:00 PM | Rose Theatre
More information about the student talent show can be found on Student Activities Council Instagram. 

Tiger Campus Ministries Pancake Breakfast
10:00:00 AM- 12:00:00 PM | UC Ballrooms
Join Tiger Campus Ministries for a pancake breakfast

Sunday Brunch
12:00:00 PM- 2:00:00 PM | Tiger Catholic
Join Tiger Catholic for a Sunday Brunch following the Tiger Campus Ministries Prayer breakfast.

Rec Fest 2023
3:00:00 PM- 5:00:00 PM | R. Brad Martin Student Wellness Center
Join us for Rec Fest 2023! Enjoy friends, food, games, giveaways, prizes and take a dip in our leisure pool. Sunday, Aug. 27 3-5 p.m. R. Brad Martin Student Wellness Center. Free admission.

Campus Outreach Tiger Bash
6:00:00 PM- 9:00:00 PM | UC Lawn
This is an exciting community-building and gathering event for Campus Outreach at the University of Memphis. Our goal is to meet students and connect them with other students on the campus to increase their desire to be a part of what is going on with Campus Outreach. We will plan to have multiple small stations of fun, games, and exciting activities to meet and connect with students during the beginning of the semester.

Grub on the Grass
6:00:00 PM- 8:00:00 PM | Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Join us at the BCM for food, yard games, new friends, giveaways and more!

Libraries Welcome Carnival
10:30:00 AM- 1:00:00 PM | Ned McWherter Library Lobby
All are welcome to stop by the UofM Libraries Welcome Carnival on Monday, August 28th, 10:30 am – 1 pm, and Tuesday, August 29th, 1 pm – 3:30 pm, in the McWherter Library lobby to learn more about what the Libraries and our various departments can do for you. Each of our departments will have a table set up with information about what they do, someone who can answer any questions, as well as a few fun activities. Stop by each table to receive tickets that can be redeem for snacks and prizes.

First Day of School Photos
11:00:00 AM- 2:00:00 PM | University Center Atrium
Grab a friend and stop by the UC Atrium to get your First Day of School Photos!

Fountain Run with the President
12:30:00 PM- 1:00:00 PM | Student Activity Plaza
Start your year off right and run though the fountain with President Hardgrave! Free MemPops!

Involvement Fair
1:00:00 PM- 4:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Join over 150 student organizations, departments, and local businesses and start your year off right!

Back to School Stroll Off
6:00:00 PM- 9:00:00 PM | Rose Theatre
Back to School Stroll Off. Buy tickets here.

Welcome Back Block Party
7:00:00 PM- 9:00:00 PM | 3625 Mynders Ave.
Join Tiger Catholic for a Welcome Back block party!

First Day of School Photos
11:00:00 AM- 12:00:00 PM | University Center Atrium
Grab a friend and stop by the UC Atrium to get your First Day of School Photos!

On Campus Job Fair
12:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | UC Ballrooms
Looking for a job on campus? Join Career Services in the UC Ballrooms to meet the different offices that are hiring student workers.

America Ninja Warrior Gym
12:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Have you ever wanted to be the next America Ninja Warrior? Join the Ninja Gym on Alumni Mall Lawn to see if you have what it takes!

Stuffed Tiger Giveaway
12:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | UC Lawn
Come pick and stuff your own stuffed tiger to kick off the school year!

Libraries Welcome Carnival
1:00:00 PM- 3:30:00 PM | Ned McWherter Library Lobby
All are welcome to stop by the UofM Libraries Welcome Carnival on Monday, August 28th, 10:30 am – 1 pm, and Tuesday, August 29th, 1 pm – 3:30 pm, in the McWherter Library lobby to learn more about what the Libraries and our various departments can do for you. Each of our departments will have a table set up with information about what they do, someone who can answer any questions, as well as a few fun activities. Stop by each table to receive tickets that can be redeem for snacks and prizes.

Weeks of Welcome: Laser Tag
7:00:00 PM- 10:00:00 PM | UC Lawn
Students get to come out and join in a fun game of Laser Tag.

Late Nite Donut Olympics
9:30:00 PM- 10:30:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn Amphitheatre
Looking for late night fun?! Check out Young Life's "Second Annual Late Nite Donut Olympics" at the Amphitheatre. What's a Donut Olympics? Ever played cornhole with donuts? How about an egg toss, with a donut wrapped around the egg? The games will be fun, but if you just want to hang out and eat free donuts and meet some people then plan on being at the amphitheater between 9:30 - 10:30 pm!

Voter Registration Drive
10:00:00 AM- 2:00:00 PM | Ned McWherter Library Entrance & UC Attrium
Are you registered to vote? Stop by one of two tables located at McWherter Library’s entrance and the UC Atrium to register to vote or ask us any questions you have! This event is sponsored by the University Libraries and the SGA in partnership with the Shelby County Election Commission.

Hump Day Petting Zoo
12:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Celebrate making it to hump day with some cute animals!

Hump Day Petting Zoo
12:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Celebrate making it to hump day with some cute animals!

Fresh Start!
4:00:00 PM- 5:00:00 PM | UC Room 203
Are you new to campus and looking for new friends and support in your transition to college? Fresh Start is an interactive 5-week group cohort designed to offer you and your peers the opportunity to gain important tools for navigating college life. Over the course of 5 weeks we will cover:Study habits/skills and navigating the academic environmentFinancial literacy and budget managementDeveloping a routine and managing your mental and physical healthCampus involvement and networkingCampus resource tourBy the end of the cohort our hope is that you will have connected with new friends and peers, have the tools you need to succeed, and know what resources are available for your on-going support on campus. Everyone that completes all 5 weeks of the cohort will receive a $50 gift card to the University of Memphis bookstore. When: Wednesdays 4-5pm, Aug. 30th-Sept. 27th   Where: UC Conference room 203 Registration deadline: Tuesday Aug. 29th Reguster here. Fresh Start is sponsored by CCO Campus Ministry. Follow us on IG for more information and activities @hopechurchcco

Multicultural Mixer
6:00:00 PM- 8:00:00 PM | Rose Theatre Lobby
Join Multicultural Affairs in the Rose Theatre Lobby to meet the organizations advised by their office.

Arcade
7:00:00 PM- 10:00:00 PM | UC Ballrooms
Join Student Activities Council for an arcade in the UC Ballrooms!

Chi Alpha Large Group
8:00:00 PM- 9:30:00 PM | Psychology Auditorium
Weekly large group meeting for Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship. Hang out in lobby at 7:30, meeting starts at 8:00. Everyone is welcome. More info at: chialphamemphis.com

Tiger Splash
12:00:00 PM- 3:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Join Student Activities Council for the third annual Tiger Splash on Alumni Mall Lawn. There will be food, games, and water slides.

Meet the Greeks
5:00:00 PM- 7:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Join Fraternity and Sorority Life to meet representatives from each chapter.

Silent Disco
7:00:00 PM- 10:00:00 PM | UC Ballrooms ABC
Come out and join SAC for a night of great music, dancing, and fun at silent disco! The disco will consist of three DJs playing a variety of music for students to dance to.

Outdoor Movie Night
7:00:00 PM- 9:00:00 PM | 3625 Mynders Ave
Join Tiger Catholic for an outdoor movie.

Spirit Swap
12:00:00 PM- 2:00:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
SAC will be giving away FREE t-shirts to kick off football season!!

Pep Rally
12:30:00 PM- 1:30:00 PM | Alumni Mall Lawn
Join Memphis Athletics on 901 day to kickoff the football season with a Pep Rally!

Frosh Camp 2023 Reunion
5:00:00 PM- 6:30:00 PM | University Center Ballrooms
Frosh Camp loves welcoming all of our campers onto campus! Come join us for one last mixer and see your cabin family. All campers are encouraged to wear their camper t-shirt that was provided to them at camp. Please note that only students who went to camp in the summer of 2023 will be allowed to attend.

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 8, 2023.

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 2023 - 2024 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.