Campus Orientation Events
Use this page to view virtual, in-person, or recorded events from Financial Aid, Housing, the Student Business Office, or other campus offices and services.
Also learn about our annual welcome event that takes place through September and October!
Welcome to Winter Quarter 2025
Explore the three boxes below to find events all quarter long!
Here are just a few upcoming Winter Quarter events:
Financial Aid Fridays
The Financial Aid Department will be hosting Financial Aid Fridays in January both in person and via Zoom to assist students in filing the 2025-2026 FAFSA or WASFA. We encourage all students to submit their application before the Priority Filing Date of January 31, 2025.
Event Dates: January 17, 24, 31
In Person: Haggard Hall 112 Computer Lab, 11-2pm
The Western Involvement Network (WIN)
WIN is Western’s primary hub for student activities. Find clubs, organizations, resource offices, and events across campus.
Western Events Calendar
Western has links all in one place to featured events, and many helpful and informative calendars on campus, including Athletics Calendar, Important Dates and Deadlines, and the Registration Schedule.
Viking Union (VU) Events
From small business meetings, to student club activities, to concerts and formal events, the VU has it all! On their page, find hours, information on dining and spaces to hang out, along with a calendar of today's, and upcoming, events in the VU.
Career Fairs
Meet dozens of employers who are hiring for internships, jobs, and build your network!
Career Fairs are open to the entire WWU Community and the public.
Upcoming Fairs On Campus:
- January 30, 2025
- February 6, 2025
- March 7, 2025
- April 17, 2025
Looking for Information about Fall Family Weekend 2025?
Mark your calendar for Fall Family Weekend on October 17, 18, and 19, 2025!
Find more information, see the Fall Family Weekend website.
Visit our parents and families page for a special note and updates.
On-Campus Housing Events
Have questions? For more information, visit Housing Webinars.
Financial Aid, Payments & Housing Webinars
Join the Financial Aid Department, Student Business Office, and University Residences to learn how to navigate a successful first year at WWU!
Merriman Financial Literacy Program
Join us in the Merriman Financial Literacy Program to build a financially empowered community at Western Washington University! Our team is here to help you navigate the world of personal finance. Sign up to schedule a free appointment with a peer mentor.
Learn more about Financial Literacy Peer Coaching.
The Program also offers iGrad - a free and powerful award-winning personal financial literacy learning platform available to students, staff, and alumni.
Learn more about the Merriman Financial Literacy Program.
Welcome to Western
The Western Welcome website is filled with events and activities to kick off the academic year during the first week of Fall Quarter and beyond.
