Launch
Get ready to explore all that BraveNation has to offer at LA91视频H, 91视频P's official welcome celebration for new students! Before classes kick off, you'll have the chance to make new friends, meet faculty and staff and explore the campus. All first-year students are required to join in the exciting LA91视频H activities and events. LA91视频H is designed to help students feel connected, confident, and ready to soar into college life.
LA91视频H Schedule
Move-In: Welcome Home to BraveNation!
8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Get ready to settle into your new home at Move-In! Whether you're hauling boxes, meeting your roommate, or finding your favorite study spot, this is the first step to making campus feel like home. Our team will be there to help you every step of the way as you unpack, get organized, and start your exciting college journey. Let's make this transition smooth, fun, and full of new beginnings!
One-Stop-Shop LA91视频H Check-In
8 a.m.-4 p.m. | UC Annex
Kick off your college journey at Launch Check-In! Pick up your Going Gold water bottle, and your exclusive Launch shirt. You'll also receive your small group assignment.
Commuter Check-in for LA91视频H
2:15-2:45 p.m. | UC Annex
Kick off your college journey at Launch Check-In! Pick up your Going Gold water bottle, and your exclusive Launch shirt. You'll also receive your small group assignment.
Smart Cookie Stop: Sweet Start for Commuters
2-3:15 p.m. | Student Center Patio
Pop in for a sweet little pit stop! Decorate cookies, share your recipe for success, and connect with fellow commuters鈥攁ll while grabbing treats and quick tasty tips to keep you on track. Come for the cookies, stay for the connections!
New Student Convocation
4 p.m. | GPAC
Convocation is your official welcome to the university. Join 91视频P chancellor, provost, deans, faculty and staff as we welcome you to your new academic community. ***Small groups will be dismissed following New Student Convocation.
After Hours LA91视频H Check-in
4-10 p.m. | Chavis Student Center Info Desk
Small Group Meeting I
5:15-6:15 p.m. | Small Group Locations
Join us for an electrifying Small Group Meetup, where connections spark and friendships ignite!
Campus Picnic
6-7:30 p.m. | Student Center Lawn
Spark new connections at the Campus Picnic! Join fellow students, families, faculty, and staff for food, music, and a chance to connect with the campus community after move-in. It's the perfect way to relax, meet new people, and start your 91视频P experience with fun and good vibes.
Throwback Mixtape Bingo
8 p.m. | Student Center Lawn
Join for an evening of classic hits and throwback music in a fast-paced bingo game. We invite you to join us to connect, have fun, and win exciting prizes and 91视频P swag.
One-Stop-Shop
9 a.m.-4 p.m. | UC Annex
Meet representatives from key departments across campus, get your questions answered, learn about important services and resources, and discover everything you need to succeed during your first year at 91视频P.
Service Plunge: Dive into Service, Make an Impact
8-11 a.m. | Student Center Lawn
Join us for Service Plunge, a hands-on volunteer event where you'll work alongside fellow students on community service projects. Make a difference, connect with others, and start your college journey by giving back to the local community!
Rotation of Lunch & Sessions
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Multiple Locations
Lunch, Small Group Meeting II, and Academic Session Block
Small Group Meeting III
2-3 p.m. | Small Group Locations
Academic Block
3-4 p.m. | Multiple Locations
Break
4-5 p.m.
Dinner
5-7 p.m. | Dining Hall
Small Group Meeting IV
7 p.m. | Small Group Locations
Brave Walk
7:30 p.m. | Quad
Students, this is your first don't-miss event! Join your fellow students as you are officially welcomed to 91视频 Pembroke! Students will join Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings as you cross over the bridge, symbolizing your entrance into the 91视频P community.
Black & Gold Kick Off
8-8:30 p.m. | Main Gym
Make sure that you're wearing black and gold, and come ready to celebrate the start of your first semester of college!
The Foam Frenzy
8:30-10:30 p.m. | Oak/Pine Courtyard
Feel the adrenaline rush as the foam starts flying. Get lost in the music and lights as you dance all night. Get loud with your new friends, and you will share an experience unlike any other. The foam washes off, but you will never forget the night you had at this party.
Free Play at the HawksNest
10 p.m.-12 a.m. | HawksNest
One-Stop-Shop
10 a.m.-2 p.m. | UC Annex
Meet representatives from key departments across campus, get your questions answered, learn about important services and resources, and discover everything you need to succeed during your first year at 91视频P.
Small Group Meeting V
10-11 a.m. | Small Group Locations
Academic Block
TBD
Club Quest: Chavis Center Takeover
3-6 p.m. Chavis Student Center
Experience the Student Center like never before as student organizations take over the building with activities, games, giveaways, and opportunities to connect! Explore the many ways to get involved, meet student leaders, and discover your place in campus life.
Braves Shuttle
3-6 p.m. | Various Locations
The Braves Move-In Shopping Shuttle will shuttle students to Food Lion and Walmart for local shopping needs. Visit the Braves Shuttle website at uncp.edu/bravesshuttle for stop locations and more information.
Dinner
6 p.m. | Dining Hall
FLIGHT
8-10 p.m. | Student Center Lawn (Rain Location: Gym)
Enjoy a night of fun, food and music as we celebrate your first night on campus as well as the rich culture of Pembroke and surrounding area.
Braves Shuttle
10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Student Center Cafe
The Braves Move-In Shopping Shuttle will shuttle students to Food Lion and Walmart for local shopping needs. Visit the Braves Shuttle website at uncp.edu/bravesshuttle for stop locations and more information.
Brunch
10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Dining Hall
One-Stop-Shop
1-4 p.m. | UC Annex
Meet representatives from key departments across campus, get your questions answered, learn about important services and resources, and discover everything you need to succeed during your first year at 91视频P.
Welcome to the Neighborhood
3:30-5 p.m. | Various Locations
Hosted by your awesome resident assistants (RAs), this meeting is your first step to settling into your new home! Get to know your hallmates, learn the ins and outs of campus living, and start building a community right where you live.
Feast of Nations
5-8 p.m. | Dining Hall
Join us for a sensory journey around the world, inviting participants to taste, see, hear, and experience the incredible variety of human cultures.
Free Play at the HawksNest
7:30-10:30 p.m. | HawksNest
Signature LA91视频H Experiences
Brave Walk
Black & Gold Kick-Off
FLIGHT
Get ready for adventure! FLIGHT is a series of fun and interactive activities that help you make friends, build confidence and feel right at home on campus from day one.
New Student Convocation
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