Your Student’s First Eight Weeks

by Derrick Gulley

Getting involved on campus is one of the keys to college success. And there’s always something going on at NWU and in Lincoln.

Encourage your student to attend the Involvement Fair on August 30. That’s where they can sign up for student clubs and organizations.

There are also plenty of social events and helpful programs to get your student connected on campus. Here are some fall semester highlights on campus:

Glow Zone

Friday, August 25, 8 p.m.
Students celebrate week one with this energetic social hosted by Wesleyan Entertainment Board (WEB).

Involvement Fair

Wednesday August 30, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
It’s easy for students to join organizations and connect with campus resources.

Football vs. Mayville State tailgate

Saturday, September 9, noon
Catch P-Wolf football’s home opener and enjoy a tailgate and activities sponsored by Greek Life and WEB.

Prairie Wolf Civil Discourse

Wednesday, September 13, noon
Students gather for campuswide dialogues on critical issues.

Wesleyan Week

September 25–30
Students make memories at these homecoming events. Events include:

• French Toast Feed
• Nerdology trivia
• Global Village
• Howl Like Hell pep rally

Prairie Wolf Achievement Workshop Series

Tuesday, October 10, 3:10 p.m.
This workshop’s theme is test-taking strategies to help students prepare for midterms.

Field trip: Pearson’s Pumpkin Place

Friday, October 20 students should follow @nwu_involvement on Instagram for information about this fun fall event.

There’s truly something for everyone on campus this fall! We hope your student will take part in these opportunities, and more, throughout the semester.

Derrick Gulley is NWU’s director of student engagement and student life.