WEEK 6
Keep the Momentum Going
October 4-10
Your first six weeks are just the beginning. Keep investing
in the relationships, routines, and opportunities you've started building.
This Week's Focus
Congratulations—you’ve made it through your first six weeks! The relationships you've built, routines you've established, and experiences you've had are just the beginning. Keep saying yes to new opportunities, continue investing in your community, and make the most of everything UConn has to offer.
This Week's Challenge
You don't have to do everything. Start with a few small actions that
help you feel more comfortable, connected, and confident at UConn.
01
Name What's Working
Identify one routine, activity, or habit from your first six weeks that you want to keep.
02
Keep Showing Up
Return to an organization, community, activity, or space that has become meaningful to you.
03
Choose Your Next Step
Set one academic, personal, or involvement goal for the rest of the semester.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
What's Happening This Week
Keep building your connections and momentum with opportunities
to lead, get involved, care for yourself, and contribute to campus.
OCTOBER 4
HuskyThon Pickleball Tournament
9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
North Rec Park
Compete in a doubles pickleball tournament supporting HuskyThon.
Registration details coming soon.
OCTOBER 5
Major Exploration Week: Career Exploration Panel
Time TBD
Virtual
Major Exploration Week is a week-long series of events, workshops, and presentations intended to give students the opportunity to explore majors in a holistic and interactive manner.
Registration details coming soon.
OCTOBER 6
Major Exploration Week: Arts, Cultures, Humanities, and Education Major Expo
12:00-2:00 p.m.
ROWE Atrium
Major Exploration Week is a week-long series of events, workshops, and presentations intended to give students the opportunity to explore majors in a holistic and interactive manner.
Register for the Arts, Cultures, Humanities, and Education Major Expo
OCTOBER 6
Drop-In Mindfulness at UConn Library
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Homer Babbidge Library, Room 1131
Practice approachable mindfulness exercises and discover resources that can support your wellbeing throughout the semester.
OCTOBER 6
Major Exploration Week: Could Teaching Be Your Major? A Student Panel on the Neag IB/M Program
3:00-4:00 p.m.
Gentry 144
Major Exploration Week is a week-long series of events, workshops, and presentations intended to give students the opportunity to explore majors in a holistic and interactive manner.
Register for Could Teaching Be Your Major? A Student Panel on the Neag IB/M Program
OCTOBER 6-7
Civic Engagement Resource Table
Time TBD
Homer Babbidge Library Plaza
Learn about civic engagement and elections-related resources available through UConn Library and Undergraduate Student Government.
OCTOBER 7
Major Exploration Week: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Health Major Expo
12:00-2:00 p.m.
ROWE Atrium
The Major Experience invites you to explore majors in the STEM and Health fields! Connect with representatives from various majors in these fields to learn about academic paths and career opportunities. Enjoy free treats as you explore your major options! A door prize entry to win a $20 Amazon gift card will also be available. Stop by any time between 12 PM - 2 PM to learn more about majors and explore.
Register for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Health Major Expo
OCTOBER 7
School Supplies Fair
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Fairfield Way
Get some much needed school supplies from post its, to notebooks, to chargers! Enjoy a coffee truck from Toms as well!
OCTOBER 8
Major Exploration Week: Business, Behavioral Sciences, and Social Sciences Major Expo
12:00-2:00 p.m.
ROWE Atrium
The Major Experience invites you to explore majors in the Social/Behavioral Sciences and Business fields! Connect with representatives from various majors in these fields to learn about academic paths and career opportunities. Enjoy free treats as you explore your major options! A door prize entry to win a $20 Amazon gift card will also be available. Stop by any time between 12 PM - 2 PM to learn more about majors and explore.
Register for Business, Behavioral Sciences, and Social Sciences Major Expo
OCTOBER 8
Major Exploration Week: TME Mentor Panel and Exhibition
6:30-7:30 p.m.
ITE C80
Join us for our biannual TME Mentor Panel & Exhibition. The first portion of the event will include a small panel of TME student mentors answering questions regarding exploration, involvement, and advice for exploratory students. After the panel has wrapped up, TME student Mentors will participate in the Exhibition portion of the event. During this portion, students in attendance can chat with various student mentors individually about their experiences at UConn and within their major.
OCTOBER 9
Student Leadership Day
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Student Union
Build leadership skills and connect with other students through a day focused on networking and leadership development.
OCTOBER 9
The Night Shift: Game Night Edition
7:30-10:00 p.m.
AACC Community Center
Enjoy games, trivia, friendly competition, and opportunities to connect with other students.
Also offered: November 12 and December 4.
OCTOBER 9
Major Exploration Week: Business Parallel Planning Workshop
1:15-2:00 p.m.
Virtual
This workshop is intended for students applying to majors in the School of Business, and students who have been recently denied admission from the School of Business. This workshop is also relevant for students in Business-related majors who want more information about experiential learning and career exploration.
KEEP GOING
Resources & Support
Your First Six Weeks may be ending, but these resources can help
you keep building your involvement, goals, and connections.
Student Activities
Keep discovering programs, traditions, and ways to get involved.
Student Organizations
Find organizations and communities you can continue investing in.
Career Readiness
Continue exploring careers, experiences, internships, and future goals.
Community Outreach
Find ways to serve, contribute, and stay connected beyond the classroom.
KEEP EXPLORING
Ongoing Opportunities
Looking for more to do? Campus life doesn't stop after this week.
Explore athletics, recreation, student organizations, Cultural Centers,
campus traditions, service opportunities, and more throughout the semester.
Stay Connected
Follow @uconnstudentactivities for weekly highlights,
reminders, giveaways, and opportunities.