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New Student Programs/Events

Discover All UHCL Has to Offer

Now that you’ve joined the family of Hawks at University of Houston-Clear Lake, we want you to continue developing, growing and having enriching, dynamic experiences.

During UHCL's Weeks of Welcome you'll have an amazing set of opportunities to learn more about the journey you’re beginning. Start with the Welcome Back Bash your first week then jump into your second week in March with Midterms Madness, and Family Weekend in conjunction with Chili Cook-Off. Finals Freebies will help you get through end-of-the-year exams.

Get ready to begin your transition into college life and take off on your flight as a Hawk.

  • Lunch with a Prof
  • Ongoing  

    This ongoing program is offered throughout the year and allows you the opportunity connect with a faculty member outside of the classroom by sharing a meal together in the on-campus Patio Café’, paid for by our office. This is a great opportunity to connect with your faculty members outside the classroom to receive clarification on a project, learn about their field of study or understand their career path. 

     

    You can invite up to two(2) professors or staff members and up to four (4) students total. Date & time must be more than 48 hours in advance of form submission.

     

    Free food in as easy as 1,2,3!

     

     

    Following your Lunch With A Prof all students will be emailed a quick reflection survey.

  • Fall 2025
  • Aug. 19
    Campus-Wide Open House: Hosted By The Division of Student Affairs (12 -2 p.m.)
  • Aug. 27
    Hawk Launch Fall Kick-Off (4–6 p.m., Garden Room)
  • Sept. 3
    Pizza at Pearland (3–5 p.m., UHCL Pearland Campus)
  • Sept. 8
    UHCL Common Reader Kick-Off Film & Speaker (2-4 p.m.)
  • Sept. 9
    Hawk Talks – Returning Student Check-In (TBD)
  • Oct. 1
    Adulting 101 Workshop (12–1:30 p.m. In-Person; 6:30–8 p.m. Virtual)
  • Oct. 22
    Unwind & Design: Tote-ally Transfer (3–5 p.m., S.O.C.A.L.)
  • November
    Orientation Leader Recruitment Begins
  • Nov. 5
    First-Year Roadmap Workshop (12–1:30 p.m. In-Person; 6:30–8 p.m. Virtual)
  • Nov. 18
    Late Night Breakfast (8:30–10:15 p.m.)
  • Spring 2026
  • Jan. 13
    Campus-Wide Open House (Division of Student Affairs)
  • Jan. 15
    Hawk Launch Spring Kick-Off (4–6 p.m., Garden Room)
  • Jan. 27
    Hangin' With Hunter: Blue & Green Tie Dye (11 a.m.–1 p.m.)
  • February
    OL Recruitment Ends
  • Feb. 4
    SMART Goals Workshop (12–1:30 p.m. In-Person; 6:30–8 p.m. Virtual)
  • February
    Hawk Talks – Returning Student Check-In (TBD)
  • Feb. 25
    Hangin' With Hunter: Bingo & Breakfast (11 a.m.–1 p.m.)
  • Mar. 4
    Coffee, Crafting & Convos (11 a.m.–1 p.m.)
  • Mar. 28
    UHCL Family Weekend

Contact

  • Orientation and New Student Programs

    Phone: 281-283-2420
    Fax: 281-283-2425
    Email: orientation@uhcl.edu

    SSCB 1202
    2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 257
    Houston, TX 77058-1002

    Office hours:
    Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Please call ahead during holidays and semester breaks.