Welcome Week serves as new students’ required orientation program, inclusive of Move-In, social events, open houses, academic advising and more.
Move-In Dates:
New International Students and Exchange Students: Begins Aug. 14, 2026
- Pre-Welcome Programs: Aug. 16, 2026
New Domestic Students: Aug. 17-19, 2026
Welcome Week Dates: Aug. 20-23, 2026
How to Use the Schedule Links
To build your own unique Welcome Week schedule, you are encouraged to do the following.
- Set Up Your Calendar: Ensure your Syracuse University Email calendar (i.e. @syr.edu) or Google Calendar (whichever you prefer) is set up on your mobile device. We recommend getting comfortable with your Syracuse University Email calendar through Microsoft Outlook as this is what faculty, advisors and staff will use to connect and schedule meetings with you.
- Explore and Add Events: The University Events Calendar will have every event happening on or around campus. Add events you are interested in attending to your preferred calendar.
- Questions? If you have any questions, please email welcome@syr.edu. Our staff will be happy to assist you in navigating the schedule.
Welcome Week Schedule
Please note that this includes every event during Welcome Week, including some that do not apply to some students.
OrangeNow Mobile App
Have Welcome Week information at the tip of your fingers by downloading the new OrangeNow mobile app before heading to campus! The app, available on the App Store and Google Play, provides convenient access to campus maps; transit, parking, dining and Wi-Fi information; event schedules and much more!
Campus Hours of Operation
Campus offices will be open the weekend before class begins to accommodate the needs of new and returning students. Complete hours of operation during this time will be updated in August.